Sofia Hotel
Agios Vasileios Municipality, Crete 740 60 Greece
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Just a few steps from the long sandy beach of Plakias, Hotel Sofia offers bright rooms with free Wi-Fi access. Taverns and stores can be found within a few feet of the hotel.All rooms at Hotel Sofia are air conditioned and offer private bathroom with hairdryer and private balcony. Some enjoy views of the Libyan Sea.Sofia Hotel has a terrace where guests can have their breakfast, as well as a lounge area. Free parking is available nearby.
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Property amenities
Free public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Outdoor pool
Free breakfast
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Car hire
Massage
Baggage storage
Wifi
Breakfast buffet
Non-smoking hotel
Express check-in / check-out
Room features
Air conditioning
Safe
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Charming
Languages Spoken
English, German, Greek
Location
Agios Vasileios Municipality, Crete 740 60 Greece
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Somewhat walkable
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We had a very room with a separate bedroom and a living room with large sofa, small table and kitchenette. Even though we didn't cook in we did use the refrigerator for drinks and some fruit. Room was very clean. Looked like it had been recently renovated. Unusually large bathroom compared to a lot of hotel rooms I've stayed in throughout Greece. AC units were nice and quiet and cooled the unit down very quickly. We stayed 7 nights and would stay here again if we visit Plakias. The very reasonable room rate included breakfast and my only comment about the breakfast I wish they offered fresh orange juice and cappuccino or expresso at breakfast. We solved the juice issue by purchasing fresh OJ in the evening from one of the nearby coffee bars and putting it in the fridge overnight for the next morning. Great value for the money and so convenient to everything in Plakias.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Stayed for two weeks and had a great time.
Parking for hotel very short walk away.
Friendly staff and easy check in.
Stayed in room 209, this has a sea view, not a massive room but adequate space for clothing etc, room has air con a small bathroom with adequate shower .
small but sufficient balcony with view of bay. there is a safe, TV, kettle small fridge in room.
Buffet breakfast with plenty of choice, inside and outside seating for breakfast, room cleaned daily and towels and bed linen changed every 3 days, pool towels available on request.
Supermarket directly across the road for anything you may need.
1 minute walk into town.
if need pool you can use one from another hotel (Costas and chrysoulas) literally 5 mins walk away.
outside hours emergency contact number available, this was used due to issue with main door being locked and owner was back onsite in 5 minutes to resolve issue.
our third visit to Plakias and this was by far the most enjoyable, it was that good that rebooked for next year whilst staying there.
would definitely recommend this hotel we had a wonderful and relaxing time at Sofia Hotel many thanks to all the staff and see you next year, looking forward to much of the same :-)
Parking for hotel very short walk away.
Friendly staff and easy check in.
Stayed in room 209, this has a sea view, not a massive room but adequate space for clothing etc, room has air con a small bathroom with adequate shower .
small but sufficient balcony with view of bay. there is a safe, TV, kettle small fridge in room.
Buffet breakfast with plenty of choice, inside and outside seating for breakfast, room cleaned daily and towels and bed linen changed every 3 days, pool towels available on request.
Supermarket directly across the road for anything you may need.
1 minute walk into town.
if need pool you can use one from another hotel (Costas and chrysoulas) literally 5 mins walk away.
outside hours emergency contact number available, this was used due to issue with main door being locked and owner was back onsite in 5 minutes to resolve issue.
our third visit to Plakias and this was by far the most enjoyable, it was that good that rebooked for next year whilst staying there.
would definitely recommend this hotel we had a wonderful and relaxing time at Sofia Hotel many thanks to all the staff and see you next year, looking forward to much of the same :-)
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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WOW what an amazing place Hotel is so lovely, comfy bed ,clean room ,lovely shower
Breakfast was lovely eggs bread fruit yoghurt pastries everyday bacon sausage on some days too .
if you want a change plenty of restaurants bars who serve breakfast access to a small pool which is 2 minute walk could do with a sign direction on rd tho .
A really chilled relaxed holiday Plakias is a beautiful area and the quality of food in all restaurants was really high quality we had two teenagers with us plenty of WiFi although they wanted more night life but it was just perfect for us just enough bars and restaurants some lovely shops too great scenery if you hire a car
Breakfast was lovely eggs bread fruit yoghurt pastries everyday bacon sausage on some days too .
if you want a change plenty of restaurants bars who serve breakfast access to a small pool which is 2 minute walk could do with a sign direction on rd tho .
A really chilled relaxed holiday Plakias is a beautiful area and the quality of food in all restaurants was really high quality we had two teenagers with us plenty of WiFi although they wanted more night life but it was just perfect for us just enough bars and restaurants some lovely shops too great scenery if you hire a car
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Room Tip: We had room 103 locals were a bit noisy in mornings if you have window open but if you have air...
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Our favourite hotel in Plakias- if not Greece! A warm welcome is always assured and this family run hotel ticks all the boxes for us. Everyone works hard to make sure everything is maintained to the highest possible standard. Rooms are simple but well decorated and equipped; each has a balcony, air conditioning and a safety deposit box. The beds are super comfy and the whole hotel is immaculately clean. Breakfast, this time, was even better than we remembered with a fabulous selection of hot and cold food- including Cretan specialities ( Cheese, pastries and dakos) great bread and a selection of fresh fruit. The new coffee machine is an excellent addition and offers a choice of coffee. We couldn’t ask for any more. A special mention to the young woman who cleans the hotel, she works so hard and does a brilliant job. Thank you!
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Lovely , family run hotel in a perfect location , great varied Breakfast with everything you could wish for . All the staff are so friendly, efficient and helpful . Our room was perfect with a new stylish bathroom. I feel i should mention just how clean the hotel is kept, it is emasculate our room serviced daily and all linen changed regularly Our sincere thanks to everyone at the Sofia hotel for making our holiday so relaxing.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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This small hotel is ideally situated for the beach and tavernas. Good breakfast, very attentive, pleasant and helpful staff. Our deluxe double room spacious and clean with a balcony, air conditioning and fridge. Highly recommended
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Response from sofia hotel, Υπεύθυνος at Sofia Hotel
Responded 11 Jul 2021
Dear Mr Penrose, We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us! Thank you for your nice feedback, we hope to see you again in the future! With best regards, Vagelis
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Great two weeks as last year, so good we've booked again for next year.
Same high cleanliness standard, nice choice for breakfast, same comfortable room.
Already looking forward to coming back next year, really enjoyed our two weeks in Plakias , so relaxing and staying at Sofia just added to it all.
Thankyou , see you next year :-)
Same high cleanliness standard, nice choice for breakfast, same comfortable room.
Already looking forward to coming back next year, really enjoyed our two weeks in Plakias , so relaxing and staying at Sofia just added to it all.
Thankyou , see you next year :-)
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This was our third visit to Sofia as it suits all of our needs perfectly. Everything is great from the welcome at reception to the hotel's location just minutes away from Plakias' amenities. Worth a mention are the breakfasts which I would say are better than average. The selection is fairly standard for a Greek hotel of it's type but they do it very well. The bread is always very fresh, the yoghurt and honey delicious and there's always a selection of fresh fruit usually melon and oranges and one day we had pineapple! There is also a daily changing 'hot' choice of boiled eggs and little cooked frankfurter sausages, fried eggs and bacon or scrambled eggs. Also on offer are cereals, cold meats and cheese and some decent coffee. The rooms are well decorated and our bed this time was supremely comfortable- I think it had a mattress topper- and we both slept really well. The bathrooms are fresh and modern and hot water is always available. Linen and towels are regularly changed. Finally I must mention the cleanliness of this hotel. There appeared to be just one young lady cleaning when we were there recently. She works so hard and keeps the place absolutely immaculately clean. All credit to her. All in all a very clean , friendly hotel with everything you need for an enjoyable holiday in Plakias.
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Date of stay: May 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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First time on Crete, and we will definitely be coming back. the Sofia is a nice family run hotel close to the sea, and while being in the middle of the town, is still quiet and relaxing.
The accommodation is really well laid out, modern, and while not luxurious it has everything you could need and is really superb value for money. I wouldn't hesitate to return or recommend.
The accommodation is really well laid out, modern, and while not luxurious it has everything you could need and is really superb value for money. I wouldn't hesitate to return or recommend.
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Date of stay: June 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Room at the back overlooking small garden, had nice little balcony and was really quiet
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A most friendly hotel. And the first one in my long travelling experience where what you see on internet is what you get. The rooms are cleaned every day with care as if they were cleaning your home. In addition with passion as the lady is very creative and arranges your bed linen and towels in a different way every day.
A very nice touch. Everyone is friendly and trying to find tips for you if the wind is too strong for you to be on the beach.
Definitely will come back!
A very nice touch. Everyone is friendly and trying to find tips for you if the wind is too strong for you to be on the beach.
Definitely will come back!
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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About 1.20 to 1.40 roughly Hope this helps 👍
"We had room 103 locals were a bit noisy in mornings if you have window open but if you have air con on closed anyway so can’t hear anything"Read full review
"A first floor 'garden' room facing east is probably quieter, and offers a nice view"Read full review
PRICE RANGE
R 1,251 - R 2,055 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
GreeceCreteRethymnon PrefectureAgios Vasileios MunicipalityPlakias
NUMBER OF ROOMS
25
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sofia Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Sofia Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Ostraco Bar (0.5 km), Cozy Backyard (0.08 km), and Creta Earth (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Sofia Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and breakfast buffet.
Which room amenities are available at Sofia Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Sofia Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Sofia Hotel?
Yes, free public parking nearby is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Sofia Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Nymfes Bar, Amalthea Restaurant,Buffet, and Alatsi.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Sofia Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to an outdoor pool during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Sofia Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Sofia Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, and Greek.
Are there any historical sites close to Sofia Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Minoiko Nekrotafeio Armenon (15.4 km) and Monastery of Prophet Elias (10.4 km).