So Young Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near Heraklion Port

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 Guests) | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Front of property
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, shampoo
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ground Floor (8 guests) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Almirou 22, Heraklion, 71202
  • Popular LocationHeraklion Loggia2 min walk
  • Popular LocationHeraklion Archaeological Museum6 min walk
  • Popular LocationHeraklion Port15 min walk
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)12 min drive

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ground Floor (8 guests)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ground Floor (6 Guests)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 Guests)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Guests)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Heraklion

In Heraklion .Within a 15-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Heraklion Town Hall and Heraklion Loggia are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Heraklion Loggia - 2 min walk
  • Historical Museum of Crete - 3 min walk
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 6 min walk
  • Koules Fortress - 7 min walk
  • Heraklion Port - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Swing Thing - 2 min walk
  • Indigo Cafe - 2 min walk
  • Πολιτεία - 3 min walk
  • Coffee Walk - 2 min walk
  • Central Park - 2 min walk

About this property

So Young Hostel

Adults-only hostel near Heraklion Port
So Young Hostel offers its guests a library, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. So Young Hostel also features a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area.

This Heraklion hostel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
So Young Hostel offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an access code
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note it is the policy of the property that they will only accept guests between 18 and 55 years old.

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

So Young Hostel Heraklion
So Young Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
So Young Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Heraklion

Frequently asked questions

How close is So Young Hostel to the airport?

So Young Hostel is 4 mi (13-min drive) away from the Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does So Young Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at So Young Hostel.

How close is So Young Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 3 mi (11-min drive) from Ammoudara Beach and 4.3 mi (16-min drive) from Karteros Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does So Young Hostel offer free breakfast?

So Young Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at So Young Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at So Young Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at So Young Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does So Young Hostel have a pool?

So Young Hostel does not have a pool.

Does So Young Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is So Young Hostel to downtown Heraklion?

So Young Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Heraklion.

So Young Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

monique

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
no chairs no mirror no shelves
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect and the staff is always very friendly & helpful. It's a great budget-friendly place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Hostel
This hostel was great!! Clean with friendly staff, good common areas and a rooftop space and bar. Dorm rooms had AC and curtains on each bed. Hot water and fast wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noa van de

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
My stay at the hostel was great! Location is Great. The rooms were clean and tidy and the beds even have curtains. The mattress is a bit noisy but that’s not a big deal. Great rooftop and drinks. The stuff was very helpful and lovely. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

ilias

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

2/10 Terrible

GLYKERIA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eriks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable
This is a hostel. Centrally located, clean, good wifi, nice staff. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020