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Hotel terrace at dusk with illuminated pools and a view of the city and sea.
Modern outdoor restaurant area with tables, chairs, and buffet under umbrellas and trees.
Bright hotel room with two beds, balcony with sea view, and desk with mirror and flowers.
Hotel pool area with sun loungers and white umbrellas under clear sky.
Balcony with table and chairs overlooking the sea on a sunny day.
Modern outdoor bar area with many bamboo chairs and tables under warm lighting.
Buffet area with various breakfast options in a modern hotel restaurant.
Modern hotel complex with lighting and sea view at dusk.
Modern outdoor pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas in front of a natural stone wall.
Modern pool area with loungers, umbrellas, and a table with a teapot
Buffet with fruit, cereal, and glasses on a sunny outdoor breakfast table
Modern outdoor pool with palm trees by a hotel terrace under clear sky.
Cozy terrace with wicker chairs and tables in front of a pink wall and stone fence.
Modern hotel building with illuminated outdoor area and sea view at dusk.
Modern pool area with lounge chairs, umbrella, and purple flowers.
Balcony with seating area, illuminated pool, and sea view at sunset.
Modern hotel complex with pool and sun terrace in a Mediterranean town.
Aerial view of a modern pool with lounge chairs and surrounding buildings.
Aerial view of a hotel pool with loungers and umbrella on a sunny day
Modern hotel reception area with rustic wooden counter and cozy lighting.
Outdoor restaurant with wicker chairs and tables under large sun umbrellas.
Modern hotel outdoor area with tables, chairs, and sunshades at sunset.
Round hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas under clear sky by the sea.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden furniture, and minimalist decor.
Cozy hotel room with large bed, TV, and balcony overlooking the street.
Modern bathroom with round illuminated mirror, wooden sink stand, toilet, and large shower area.
Hotel room with double bed, balcony, and city view in daylight.
Modern hotel room with double bed and sea view through a balcony door.
Modern hotel room with double bed, open bathroom, and wooden furniture in neutral tones.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony access, and stylish lamps.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden furniture, and table with chairs.
Bright hotel room with desk, chair, and view of pool area with sun loungers.
Modern hotel room with double bed, open bathroom with glass wall, and warm lighting.
Cozy hotel suite with balcony, chair, mirror, and relaxed nighttime ambiance
Modern hotel hallway with open bathroom and view into a bedroom with sea view.
Modern hotel room with large bed, neutral colors, and warm lighting.
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Koutouloufari

Pyria Hotel ****
Tour operator category

HER352
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Highlights

  • Adults-friendly concept for guests aged 14 and over.
  • Comfort double rooms with direct access to a private relaxation pool.
  • 4-star hotel in a quiet hillside location in the village of Piskopiano.
  • Two freshwater swimming pools with a total water surface area of 600 m².
  • Half-board featuring a breakfast buffet and à-la-carte dinner.

Location

The 4-star Pyria Hotel, brand new in 2024, is situated on a quiet hillside in the picturesque village of Piskopiano. This small property is ideal for those seeking peace and quiet, located approximately 1.9 km from the nearest sandy/pebbly beach. The city center of Heraklion is approximately 25 km away, and Heraklion International Airport is located approximately 23 km from the hotel.
Modern hotel complex with pool and sun terrace in a Mediterranean town.
Aerial view of a modern pool with lounge chairs and surrounding buildings.
Aerial view of a hotel pool with loungers and umbrella on a sunny day

Facilities

Modern hotel reception area with rustic wooden counter and cozy lighting.
Outdoor restaurant with wicker chairs and tables under large sun umbrellas.
Modern hotel outdoor area with tables, chairs, and sunshades at sunset.
Round hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas under clear sky by the sea.
The partially newly built and partially completely renovated adults-friendly hotel (bookable for ages 14 and up) features a total of 56 contemporary-style rooms, a lobby with 24-hour reception, and a first-class main restaurant (breakfast & à la carte dishes throughout the day) with a terrace. The restaurant places the highest priority on using fresh, local products from Crete. Furthermore, there is a lobby bar and a pool/snack bar. Outdoors, the property offers guests a large, comfortable, and relaxing sun terrace as well as well-kept gardens. The outdoor area provides two large freshwater swimming pools, a heated whirlpool, and a sharing pool, which belongs exclusively to the Comfort Double Rooms and can also be heated. The total water surface of all pools covers 600 m². The pools and the whirlpool are available from 9 am to 6 pm. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available to guests at the pool free of charge. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel premises.

Accommodation

Double Room

The modern rooms feature a shower/WC, toiletries, hairdryer, cosmetic mirror, smart TV, individually adjustable air conditioning (included), rental safe, mini-fridge, kettle, coffee/tea (included), iron, ironing board, and a balcony or terrace with pool or garden view (D).
Also bookable with the same facilities as a Super Saver Room (no balcony/terrace, SSZ) and for single use (DE).

Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden furniture, and minimalist decor.
Cozy hotel room with large bed, TV, and balcony overlooking the street.
Modern bathroom with round illuminated mirror, wooden sink stand, toilet, and large shower area.
Hotel room with double bed, balcony, and city view in daylight.
Modern hotel room with double bed and sea view through a balcony door.
Modern hotel room with double bed, open bathroom, and wooden furniture in neutral tones.

Double Room Sea View

These slightly more spacious and beautifully furnished rooms feature a direct sea view (DM/DMI) while offering the same facilities as the double rooms.

Double Room Comfort

These feature the same facilities as the double rooms and offer direct access to an exclusive relax pool and lounge chairs (2CD).

Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony access, and stylish lamps.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden furniture, and table with chairs.
Bright hotel room with desk, chair, and view of pool area with sun loungers.
Modern hotel room with double bed, open bathroom with glass wall, and warm lighting.
Cozy hotel suite with balcony, chair, mirror, and relaxed nighttime ambiance
Modern hotel hallway with open bathroom and view into a bedroom with sea view.
Modern hotel room with large bed, neutral colors, and warm lighting.

Suite Open Plan

These high-quality suites are designed as an open-plan combined living/bedroom area with a seating area and bedroom; they feature the same facilities as the double rooms and include a sea view (S2M).
Also bookable with a land view (SA).
Available for an extra charge with a separate bedroom, but without a sea view (S2).

Meals

Breakfast/Half board

Continental early-bird breakfast (5 am – 7 am) is available on request on-site.
American breakfast buffet (7:30 am – 10 am).
For those who have booked half board, dinner consists of à la carte dishes freshly prepared with quality Cretan products throughout the day (7 pm – 9:30 pm).
Drinks are not included.
Vegetarian dishes and special dietary options are available on-site (register via the reception).
Smart casual dress code requested.

Buffet area with various foods in a hotel setting, including fruits and snacks.

Hotel Services

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel premises.
A free private car park is available directly at the hotel.
Pool towels can be borrowed for a deposit. Exchanges are subject to a fee.
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Cleaning service (6x per week)
Towel change (2x per week).
Linen change (2x per week)

Credit card

Visa and MasterCard are accepted at the hotel.

Sustainability

"Reisen mit Zukunft" offers guidance for making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operational practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information regarding sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Adults-friendly: the hotel is bookable for guests aged 14 and older.
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Rooms for guests with reduced mobility are available on request.
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Pets are not permitted in the hotel.
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The operation of certain services and facilities is weather-dependent.
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Check-in: from 2 pm
Check-out: until 11 am

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact:
Pyria Hotel
Evropis 9/Piskopiano
Heraklion/Crete/Greece
E-mail: reservations@hotelpyria.gr

Destination information (Climate Resilience Fee)

For stays starting from January 1, 2018, the Greek government has introduced a climate resilience fee, payable by the guest on-site, similar to a local tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and ranges from 0.50 Euro to 15 Euro per day per room as of January 1, 2025.
For stays in the high season (April 1 – October 31):
1-2 stars: 2 Euros
3 stars: 5 Euros
4 stars: 10 Euros
5 stars: 15 Euros
For stays in the low season (November 1 – March 31):
1-2 stars: 0.50 Euros
3 stars: 1.50 Euros
4 stars: 3 Euros
5 stars: 4 Euros

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 22.07.2026 00:18