A Modern, Eco-Friendly Business Hotel in the heart of Heraklion – perfect to explore Crete’s capital city
Located in the heart of Heraklion, Olive Green Hotel is a contemporary, eco-friendly business hotel. Its 48 modern rooms feature minimalist décor, highlighted by large, vivid images of Crete. Interior features include LED lighting, energy-efficient glazing, and natural insulation to minimize environmental impact.
The hotel is a 100% eco-friendly, “smart” building equipped with advanced insulation and solar panels that supply a significant portion of its electricity and hot water needs. A cutting-edge Building Management System (BMS) optimizes energy use throughout the property, while in-room tablets allow guests to control air conditioning, lighting, TV, and music—enhancing comfort while reducing energy waste.
The ground-floor restaurant, 626, opens onto a city park and offers a wide selection of light snacks, along with local Cretan cuisine with a modern twist. It focuses on organic food and champions seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
Not sure where to start exploring? Just 100 meters from the Olive Green Hotel is the Heraklion Archaeological Museum—one of Greece’s most important museums. Its collections, mainly from central and eastern Crete, span over 5,500 years of history.
For those looking to venture farther, take a hike about an hour outside the city to the Lassithi Plateau, where charming villages like Agios Georgios, Tzermiado, Agios Konstantinos, Marmaketo, Pinakiano, and Avrakontes await. Enjoy sweeping views of the plain and the sea, visit the local museum, and explore the mini wind park in Agios Georgios. The plateau was once home to around 10,000 windmills used for irrigation—many of which are now being restored.
Don’t miss Elafonissi, a protected nature reserve offering the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. As the hotel recommends, plan to stay until sunset for an unforgettable experience.
After a full day, unwind with an in-room massage or book a treatment at Karam Crete Spa for a unique wellness experience.
For those looking for a hotel in the center of Heraklion, Olive Green Hotel is an ideal place for a stylish, central and sustainable stay.
Sustainability Criteria
- The building of Olive Green Hotel is energy self-sufficient
- The outer shell of the building is covered with advanced insulation
- Photovoltaic on the roof provide energy for electricity and hot water
- The food is regional and organic. Everything, including the bread, is homemade; nothing is bought ready-made
- Olive oil from Crete can be found in almost every dish
- Green building practices and natural, environmentally friendly materials
- Waste is 100% separated and recycled
- Olive Green Hotel uses paperless guest communication thanks to digital devices throughout
Features & Activities
- Bar at Hotel
- Business Hotel
- City Hotel
Location
The Olive Green Hotel is centrally located, just steps away from Heraklion’s main squares, shops, and attractions. It’s situated on Idomeneos Street, near pedestrian areas like Dedalou and Dikeosinis, and close to landmarks such as Eleftherias Square and the Archaeological Museum.
Close to the Heraklion airport and ferry harbour, it is perfectly located to stay a few nights in Crete’s capital to explore the local culture before boarding the flight or ferry.
