So Young Hostel is situated in Heraklio Town, a 4-minute walk from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and 400 metres from Venetian Walls. Popular points of interest around the property include Municipal Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance and Koules. Attractions in the area include The Minoan Palace of Knossos, 5 km away.
So Young Hostel provided its guests with shared bathrooms, while some room boast a private bathroom. A communal kitchen with coffee machine is also available.
Free shuttle to Ammoudara beach is provided. Municipal Art Galery is 200 metres from So Young Hostel, while Heraklio Port is an 11-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 4 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“I stayed for one night in November in the private double room on my first visit to Heraklion. The airport transfer that the hostel organized for me was affordable and very reliable.
The hostel is super clean and in a perfect central location but...”
Michael
United Kingdom
“Accidentally left insulin supply in fridge. Staff very helpful”
Erard
Belgium
“Great placement, was clean and felt maintained.
Nice rooftop”
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Rebecca
Canada
“Nice rooftop balcony, friendly staff, good location. Curtains on the beds. Three floors.”
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Silvana
Greece
“Everything was perfect, beautiful hostel ,great vibes,close to the buss station and center ,peaceful cozy rooftop ,beds are very comfortable and clean .The girls at reception are so lovely and helpful,Maria it's amazing .Thank you for kindness and...”
Anna
Austria
“Great hostel, the staff (especially Olivia) were lovely !”
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Debbie
United Kingdom
“So clean, modern, quiet and friendly. Excellent value for money.”
Tracy
United Kingdom
“The location was central.
Very clean.
Nice rooftop terrace.”
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Kate
United Kingdom
“Handy location, easy to get to and from the bus station and port. The bed spaces were comfy, they had a shelf, light, plug and a curtain. There was plenty of space in the locker for my suitcase. I didn't use the kitchen or shared spaces but they...”
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Angela
Australia
“Very clean, modern hostel. Great kitchen area and a nice rooftop...I will stay here when I come to Heraklion again.”
Property surroundings
House rules
So Young Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 60
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that locks for the lockers are provided at an extra charge.
Please inform So Young Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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