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Hotel courtyard with central tree, tables, and chairs under warm lighting
Modern hotel with balconies surrounded by Mediterranean landscape in sunny weather.
Cozy hotel room with double bed and balcony overlooking the mountains
Woman in white dress holding hat looks out at the sea from a pebble beach.
Courtyard with blue cushioned chairs, tables, and a tree at the center of a modern hotel.
Hotel courtyard with tables, chairs, and a tree in the center at night.
Bright hotel room with white bed and balcony overlooking mountains and water.
A large tree stands in the courtyard of a modern white building with terraces and furniture.
Modern hotel room desk with round mirror, chair, and decoration.
Modern hotel lobby area with reception, seating, and decorative plants.
Cozy hotel lounge with colorful bench, plants, and round wall mirror on a purple wall.
Woman scooping cornflakes into a small bowl at a breakfast buffet.
Woman sitting at a set table in a room with paintings on the wall.
Person with sunhat sits at wooden table with book, drinks, and pastries.
Woman with hat stands on stairs near flowers in front of a bright building.
Logo with sun, sea waves, and birds for Hotel Sofia
View of a bay with sandy beach, surrounded by mountains and blue sky.
Small fishing boats docked at a harbor with mountains in the background and blue sky.
Modern two-story hotel building at night with lit balconies
Cozy breakfast room with set tables, buffet, and understated decoration.
Modern hotel lobby with seating areas, upholstered chairs, and large windows.
Guests enjoy meals in a bright, modern dining room with wooden beam ceiling.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony overlooking the sea, and minimalist decor.
Modern bedroom with large bed, sea mural on the wall, and soft daylight.
Modern bathroom with green accents, round shower, and sink on white countertop.
Simple white dresser with round wall mirror, decorated with candles and a plant.
Breakfast table with various cereals, jam, and cake on a green tablecloth.
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Plakias

Sofia ***

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Location

Located in the heart of Plakias, a beautiful, picturesque village in the south of Rethymno, with a wonderful sandy beach just 100m away, the hotel's location offers the ideal starting point for exploring the enchanting Cretan landscapes and the blue waters of the Libyan Sea.
Shops and entertainment venues are in the immediate vicinity. There is a bus stop near the hotel. Chania Airport is approx. 90 km away, and Heraklion Airport is approx. 110 km away.
View of a bay with sandy beach, surrounded by mountains and blue sky.
Small fishing boats docked at a harbor with mountains in the background and blue sky.
Modern two-story hotel building at night with lit balconies

Facilities

Cozy breakfast room with set tables, buffet, and understated decoration.
Modern hotel lobby with seating areas, upholstered chairs, and large windows.
Guests enjoy meals in a bright, modern dining room with wooden beam ceiling.
The small, family-run 3-star Hotel Sofia, with 25 comfortably designed and recently renovated rooms spread over 2 floors, features a small lobby with a reception (7 am-midnight), internet and TV corner, library, and free Wi-Fi, as well as a breakfast area where you can start your day perfectly with homemade breakfast featuring fresh fruit, omelets, croissants, and many other delicacies prepared fresh daily.
At the sister hotel Costas & Chrysoula (approx. 100m away), which has a swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas and a bar for shared use, you can relax after an extensive breakfast. Sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach are available for a fee.

Accommodation

Double room

The comfortably furnished and recently renovated double rooms (D) are equipped with a double bed and feature a 32-inch satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridge, air conditioning, safe (for a fee), and a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, and toiletries, as well as a balcony or terrace.
Also available for single occupancy (E/DE/DEA).

Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony overlooking the sea, and minimalist decor.
Modern bedroom with large bed, sea mural on the wall, and soft daylight.
Modern bathroom with green accents, round shower, and sink on white countertop.
Simple white dresser with round wall mirror, decorated with candles and a plant.

Meals

Breakfast

Rich breakfast buffet from 8 am to 10 am in the breakfast area with an outdoor terrace.

Breakfast table with various cereals, jam, and cake on a green tablecloth.

Sports for a fee

Horse riding and diving through local providers (for a fee).

Children's program

Cots and high chairs available on request, free of charge depending on availability.

Entertainment

Live music in the evening and occasional theme nights.

Hotel service

Free Wi-Fi in public areas and rooms.
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Daily room cleaning and towel and bed linen change twice a week.

Credit card

The hotel accepts Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

Hotel features

  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Direct beach location
  • Extended hygiene concept

Note

Check-in: from 2 PM on arrival day.
Check-out: until 12 PM on departure day.
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Pets are not allowed.
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The hotel is not wheelchair accessible.
Hotel Contact:
Hotel Sofia
Plakias, Rethymno – Crete
Phone: +30 28320 31251
Email: info@sofiahotelplakias.com
In the catalogue "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2026 on page 108.

Information on Climate Resilience Levy

For stays from 01.01.2018 onwards, the Greek government charges a climate resilience levy, which is to be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and is tiered from 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day and room from 01.01.2025 onwards.
For stays during the high season 1.4.-31.10.
National category 1-2 stars: 2 Euros
National category 3 stars: 5 Euros
National category 4 stars: 10 Euros
National category 5 stars: 15 Euros
For stays during the low season 1.11.-31.3.
National category 1-2 stars: 0.50 Euros
National category 3 stars: 1.50 Euros
National category 4 stars: 3 Euros
National category 5 stars: 4 Euros

Country category

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