Marirena Hotel
Hotel Overview
The Marirena hotel is a modern hotel complex comprising 50 stylish and carefully built rooms and studios.
It is located in the touristic area of Ammoudara, 4km west of the town of Heraklion and just 100 metres from a well organized, endlessly sandy beach.
It is perfect for those seeking peace and relaxation, either alone or with the family, indeed for everyone who wishes to combine work and rest, and for those explorers who wish to discover Crete’s unique landscapes
Location
The Marirena Hotel is located in the area of Ammoudara, 4 km west of the town of Heraklio and just 100 metres from a well organized and endlessly sandy beach.
The Technopolis multiplex, with its 5 cinemas and open air theatre, is to be found at a distance of 50 metres. A plethora of shops on the central road and other places of entertainment all serve to transform this area into one of the liveliest in Heraklion
Nearby is the coast road to Heraklion with its renowned nightlife and Talos shopping centre.
Those interested in escaping from Heraklion will quickly come to appreciate the advantageous location of the hotel which is near to the junction connecting Gazi with the National Road, thus facilitating a fast exit from the town and an easy start to trips towards Chania, Rethymnon and Agios Nicolas. Important places such as Knossos and other archeological sites are also easily reached.
Those wishing to have some family fun can visit other beaches on Crete, the Aquarium and the water parks Water City and Aqua Plus, with no delay.
However, don’t forget that even the town of Heraklion itself holds many treasures for its visitors. It is a wonderful historical centre within its Venetian Walls which extend to the Venetian port and the Koule fortress. Three large museums further embellish the town, the Archaeological Museum, the History Museum and the Natural History Museum.
Rooms
The Marirena Hotel is made up of rooms for 2–4 guests and studios for 2–3 guests.
The rooms are equipped with:
- Refrigerator
- Kettle
- Telephone
- Television
- Safe box
- Baby Cot
- Air conditioning
The rooms have been designed and decorated with care, with a view to satisfying your holiday needs.
Services
A full range of services are offered in the reception area of the Marirena Hotel by our friendly staff, catering to your every possible requirement.
Services include:
- Foreign exchange
- Car and motorbike rent
- Organized excursions
- Alternative activities (scuba diving, horse riding, safari etc)
Moreover, you can relax and enjoy our swimming pool. The children’s pool and the nearby swings offer great entertainment for our small guests.
Food & Beverages
You will enjoy both your lunchtime and evening meals at our hotel restaurant Dionysus which will serve delicious Cretan and Mediterranean dishes, prepared with the most high quality ingredients (olive oil from our own production, fresh vegetables and local meats)
It is also possible to order a special menu in accordance with any particular needs (dietary, special health requirements etc)
You can sit for endless hours and enjoy the sun at the Snack Bar located right next to the pool which serves a large range of snacks, refreshing drinks and cocktails.
Driving directions
Some indicative distances from our hotel in kilometres:
Knossos: 10 km
Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport: 10 km
Aquarium: 16 km
Golf Course: 25 km