Scalarea Estate Residences

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Superior Suite (Kotsifali, 2-storey) | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Superior Suite (Kotsifali, 2-storey) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Junior Suite (Malvasia) | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Tasting room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Skalani, Heraklion, Crete Island, 70100
  • Place, Nikos Kazantzakis Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Palace of Knossos
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Knossos Archaeological Site
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Terrace (Liatiko)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite (Malvasia)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior Suite (Kotsifali, 2-storey)

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Terrace (Liatiko)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite (Malvasia)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Suite (Kotsifali, 2-storey)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Heraklion

Located within a leisurely stroll of Nikos Kazantzakis Museum, Scalarea Estate Residences is within a 10-minute drive of Knossos Archaeological Site. This 3-star hotel has 3 guestrooms and offers a winery, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Museum - 5 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Palace of Knossos - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Knossos Archaeological Site - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Karteros Beach - 15 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 18 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Αρμενάκης (Armenakis Greek & Cretan Restaurant) - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Η Άμπελος - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Minotavros - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kassakis Cold Cuts Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Λοήσιμα (Loisima) - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Scalarea Estate Residences

Guests staying at Scalarea Estate Residences enjoy a winery, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Furnished patios, minibars, and espresso makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to noon
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Winery

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 1039Κ133K3119401

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Scalani Hills Residences Hotel Heraklion
Scalani Hills Residences Hotel
Scalani Hills Residences Heraklion
Scalani Hills Residences
Scalani Hills Residences
Scalarea Estate Residences Hotel
Scalarea Estate Residences Heraklion
Scalarea Estate Residences Hotel Heraklion

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Scalarea Estate Residences?

This hotel is located in Heraklion within a short 13-minute walk of Nikos Kazantzakis Museum. You'll also find Knossos Archaeological Site and Palace of Knossos within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Scalarea Estate Residences?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Scalarea Estate Residences have a casino on the premises?

No, Scalarea Estate Residences doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scalarea Estate Residences?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Scalarea Estate Residences?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include premium bedding, a minibar, and an espresso maker.

Are there hot tubs at Scalarea Estate Residences?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Scalarea Estate Residences have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Scalarea Estate Residences serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its cafe.

Does Scalarea Estate Residences allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Scalarea Estate Residences and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at Scalarea Estate Residences?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Scalarea Estate Residences?

The closest major airport to Scalarea Estate Residences is Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), which is 7 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Scalarea Estate Residences?

Yes, every guestroom at Scalarea Estate Residences comes with a furnished patio and some offer courtyard views.

Scalarea Estate Residences Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Artem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cool place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful retreat spot, great surroundings, delightful shower in well appointed room & wonderful breakfast. You will want to spend more time there than planned 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arabinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent quiet location, with vineyard all around! Very quiet! Must have a car. Breakfast was superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with a lovely view over the vines. Breakfast was wonderful and generous with everything homemade, served on the private terrace. A short drive to tavernas in the local villages, and only about 15 mins into Heraklion.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast on a private patio with views over the vineyard, what more could you want? A comfy bed, huge bathroom and friendly welcome. We loved it so much we booked a second night for our road trip around Crete. Very handy for Knossos too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bijan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best properties to stay in Crete to get the real Cretan countryside feeling. Magnificent mountain and hill views, comfortable room and very nice people. Part of the Skalani area, good access to highways, and only 15 minutes drive to the center of Heraklion.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the loveliest place we stayed. It's rural and the views are amazing. It is simple, quiet and relaxing and the staff are amazing and really made our stay special. They have a small menu for guests and the food is EXCELLENT! We will stay here again even longer next time we are in Crete.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katerina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, away from the city but only an 15 min drive from the city centre. Excellent breakfast. Thanks to Ms Chryssa for the great hospitality. The main bed was very comfortable however the sofa bed wasn’t.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beautiful ❤️
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Serena

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The vineyard these villas are located on is absolutely beautiful. The breakfast is amazing and made to order (you fill out a breakfast menu card when checking in and it’s served at a time of your choosing each morning). It’s a rustic but elegant place and in need of a deep clean. The floors, bathroom and sheets are definitely well looked after but every corner has cobwebs and spider nests dot the ceilings. The outdoor patio furniture could use a good scrub. I washed down the table and chairs myself before breakfast was served. This place is still worth the stay but be cautious if you’re looking for ‘crystal-clean’.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overal een perfecte verbinding met internet, schitterend uitzicht over het wijngoed, service van de hotelière en alle anderen was geweldig; zo vriendelijk en behulpzaam. En dan als kers(en) op de taart nog die rust, het heerlijke à la carte-ontbijt op je eigen terras en niet te vergeten de topwijnen die Scalarea produceert.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo maravilloso
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent séjour

Très bon séjour dans cet établissement.....au milieu des vignes et des cigales. Superbe petit-déjeuner servis à table en extérieur. Un grand merci à notre hôte
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quando ti trovi veramente bene lontano da casa, quasi da sentirti come a casa! Tutto perfetto, la permanenza in un posto magnifico in mezzo alle vigne, anche se a poca strada da Heraklion, è stata veramente rilassante. Colazione servita nella stanza (ampia e luminosa), con annessa doccia enorme (con vetrata che da sulla camera da letto), bagno con ogni ammennicolo, camera con frigobar, macchinetta Nespresso, bollitore con caffè solubile e infusi, acqua offerta, aria condizionata/riscaldamento, TV, un armadio spazioso, la cassaforte, un letto comodo con due tipologie di cuscini. La colazione abbondante viene servita all'orario richiesto. All'esterno, una veranda con sedie e tavolini utili per le serata calde, giusto per respirare l'aria fresca. La gentilezza della proprietaria, superlativa!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bel endroit plein de charme au calme

Situé à une quinzaine de minutes de l'aéroport, nous avons passé notre première nuit en Crète dans cet endroit dépaysant, en plein coeur des vignes et oliviers. Veille bâtisse rénovée avec beaucoup de charme. Accueil très sympathique et bon petit déjeuner. Nous étions un couple avec 2 jeunes enfants. Le deuxième lit simple est un peu moins confortable que l'autre, conviendrait moins pour un adulte.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet setting outside Skalani

Three large, modern, comfortable residences located adjacent to (but not owned by) the Boutari winery tasting room. Plan on waking about 100 m from the winery parking lot. Beautiful view. Quiet setting, not like the craziness of Heraklion nearby. Breakfast served on the patio outside the apartment.
View of apartments from the tasting room.
Winery and tasting room.
Night time view of the apartments.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enchanting

Fantastic visit to Scalani Hills. Perfect location to explore the region and nice breakfast. Short drives to fantastic restaurants. Loved the patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bien, bel environnement

Bonne expérience, beau cadre. Grande chambre. La jeune femme du petit déjeuner et qui nous a reçu très sympathique et attachante. En revanche, depuis la route l’hôtel n’est pas bien indiqué.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sejour entre amis

Super sejour environnement calme paisible propre et.petit dejeuner simple et.correct Cependant.la.chambre pour 4 n est pas adapte pour 4 adultes mais plutot 2 adultes et 1 ou 2 enfants car ce sont des lits d appoint inconfortable c le seul point negatif car le.personnel est super au petit soin ...
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magnifique endroit, accueil très sympatique. La résidence est très bien située pour se rendre à l'aéroport. Nous avons pu visiter les chais avec un homme qui a réussi à transmettre l'amour de son métier malgré la barrière de la langue, merci à Nikolos. Juste un bémol à cet endroit magnifique, il me semble qu'un léger manque d'organisation pour le petit déjeuner est à régler. En effet, je n'avais à faire que 3 petits-déjeuners sur place et seul un a été complet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VIVIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vigne

Séjour avec une vue panoramique sur la vigne...petit déjeuner super sympa..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Originelle Idylle

Absolute Idylle, nur wenige Kilometer von Heraklion entfernt. Unbedingt den Wein da probieren. Freundlicher Service, originelles Zimmer, besser geht es kaum.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing 2-night stay. The location, surrounded by vineyards and orchards, is wonderful. The breakfasts were delicious and were served on our private terrace overlooking the countryside. It is a very short drive from Knossos, and easily accessible from Heraklion, although a car is advisable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mitten im Rebberg

Familiär und heimelig, schön gelegen, bestens eingerichtet und in perfekter Distanz zum Airport
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020