Capsis Astoriaour review and getting there from Heraklion Airport
A four-star hotel at 11 Eleftherias Square, the big square at the top of the old town, with a seasonal rooftop pool and bar. Around 5 km and 10–20 minutes from Heraklion Airport.
Our verdict
The most central of the bigger hotels: everything is walkable, taxis to the airport wait on the square, and the rooftop pool is a rare treat in the city centre.
Capsis Astoria and Heraklion Airport
Eleftherias Square is where city buses from the airport stop, so you can arrive for €1.30 with a pre-bought ticket with light luggage. A taxi from Heraklion Airport takes 10–20 minutes and costs about €20–25. Going back, taxis queue at the square at all hours.
What the hotel is like
A large, classic city hotel facing the square. Its rooftop has a seasonal pool with loungers, umbrellas and a bar, open roughly from late morning to early evening in summer, with views over the rooftops to the sea.
Who it suits
First-time visitors who want to walk everywhere: the archaeological museum, Lions Square and the market street are minutes away. Light sleepers should ask for a room away from the square.
Getting from Heraklion Airport to Capsis Astoria
| Option | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance | 5 km |
| Taxi | 10–20 min · €20–25 |
| Pre-booked transfer | Fixed price per car, driver waiting in arrivals |
| Bus | City bus to Eleftherias Square (€1.30 pre-bought): the stop is on the square |
Approximate times and day taxi fares, October 2026.
What is near Capsis Astoria
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum: about 2 min on foot
- Lions Square (Morosini fountain): about 8 min on foot
- Venetian harbour and Koules fortress: about 10 min on foot
What we like
- Right on Eleftherias Square, the city’s main square
- Seasonal rooftop pool with bar
- Archaeological museum and old town on foot
- Taxis and city buses to the airport close by
Worth knowing before you book
- Square can be noisy on summer nights
- Rooftop pool closed out of season
- Parking nearby is limited
Capsis Astoria and Heraklion Airport: frequently asked questions
How far is Capsis Astoria from Heraklion Airport?
About 5 km, 10–20 minutes by taxi, or 20–30 minutes by city bus to Eleftherias Square.
Does Capsis Astoria have a pool?
Yes, a seasonal rooftop pool with a bar.
Is Capsis Astoria close to the archaeological museum?
Yes, the museum is a few minutes’ walk from Eleftherias Square.
How much is a taxi from Heraklion Airport to Capsis Astoria?
About €20–25 by day for the whole car, 10–20 min. A pre-booked transfer costs about the same with a fixed price.
Can I get from Heraklion Airport to Capsis Astoria by bus?
City bus to Eleftherias Square (€1.30 pre-bought): the stop is on the square.
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