Uni Island - Metropolis Suites, Heraklio Town

Uni Island - Metropolis Suites is a compact, family-friendly base in Heraklio Town, Greece, suited to travelers who want a calm room and a practical launchpad for the city. Guests consistently highlight the high cleanliness standard, including guest rooms disinfected between stays and staff following local safety protocols, which helps explain the strong 9.3/10 rating from a small set of reviews. The property is on Καζάνη 8, and its non-smoking approach is reinforced by non-smoking rooms and non-smoking throughout, so you can plan your stay without worrying about smoke drifting from shared areas. Air conditioning is available, an important detail for comfortable evenings in Crete’s warmer months.

Location-wise, you’re well placed for culture and everyday browsing. The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is about 1 km away, and the Municipal Market (Agora) is also around 1 km, making it easy to fit sightseeing and shopping into a single outing. For a classic harbour walk, Koules Fortress and the Venetian Harbour are roughly 2 km from the hotel, where the waterfront atmosphere changes from daytime bustle to evening strolls. If you’re planning a day trip, Knossos Archaeological Site is about 5 km out, giving you a straightforward route from the city.

Best for families, solo explorers, and couples who prefer a quieter, non-smoking stay with reliable hygiene practices, this hotel also supports contactless check-in/check-out and cashless payment, which reviewers tend to appreciate for smooth arrivals. With cleaning measures and physical distancing rules in place, it’s a sensible option for travelers who value order and reassurance while exploring Heraklio on foot.