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Orange Central Studio / Heraklion Crete

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A marina with multiple boats docked, a stone building in the background, and a clear blue sky.
A round table with two chairs, a bottle of wine, a small potted plant, and two glasses on a balcony.
A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a bottle of water, a bowl of fruit, and two paintings on the wall.
A modern living room with two beige armchairs, a small table, and a decorative item on the table.
A corner of a building with a white balcony railing and a green handrail.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Heraklion Archaeological Museum
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ηράκλειο, Crete
  • Place, Historical Museum of Crete
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Heraklion Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Heraklion Port
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Orange Central Studio / Heraklion Crete

One of the MOST POPULAR and MOST wish-listed vacation rental apartment in Heraklion city!
This bright, colorful and recently (2025) fully renovated studio apartment is located in the very city center of Heraklion on the 1st floor in a modern apartment building. The most city's attractions and main public transport are in a walking distance, offering frequent connections to the airport, beaches, Knossos archaeological site, etc. The indoor size of the studio is 25m2 and there is also a nice comfortable balcony suitably configured for your relaxation. It is suitable for 1 or 2 guests (couples, solo adventurers and business travelers) and consists of a central room with one comfortable double bed, a fully equipped kitchen and a modern bathroom. It is fully furnished with bedside table, wardrobe, office desk, 32 Led TV, A/C, coffee machine and washing machine. Central heat and free Wi-Fi is also provided. Generally you will find everything you need for a very pleasant stay!

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Be my guest do your best, consider it like your home! 1) Smoking is not allowed inside. You can use the balcony. 2) Pets are not allowed. 3) Please do

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 00000017608
Property # 4897028
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Heraklion

Located in Heraklion, this apartment is in the city centre. Heraklion Port and Titakis Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Natural History Museum of Crete and Watercity Waterpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Freedom National Stadium or Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium.
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Ηράκλειο, Crete

What's nearby

  • Historical Museum of Crete - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Heraklion Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Heraklion Loggia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Heraklion Port - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiny Rebels - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Corner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Central Park - ‬3 min walk
  • Mare
  • High Hopes

Frequently asked questions

Is Orange Central Studio / Heraklion Crete pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Orange Central Studio / Heraklion Crete ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Orange Central Studio / Heraklion Crete ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orange Central Studio / Heraklion Crete ?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Orange Central Studio / Heraklion Crete located?

Located in the heart of Heraklion, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Eighteen Englishman Square and Heraklion Port. Monastery of St. Peter and St. Paul and Historical Museum of Crete are just steps away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hank S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good property very clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and sweet!

Great location and everything you need in a small studio!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2022
Thank you, Vicki! I'm very happy for your positive review and to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Orange Central Studio! All the best, Yiannis
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect central location

Great location for exploring central Heraklion and the old town, port and museums. Compact but very well equipped first floor studio. The air con was appreciated as temperatures hit 35 degrees!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2021
Dear Alan, Thank you for the amazing 5 star review! Wish to meet you again in the near future! Orange Central Studio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Short stay in a convenient location

We only stayed two nights at this location. It was convenient to shopping and a short walk to the port and bus station. The place was well furnished and I appreciated the small extras like tissues, a hand-held mirror, and power converters. The host communicated well. I would stay here again if I ever had the opportunity to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for this 5-star review! We really appreciate you being our guest and helping to share the word about us! All the best, Yiannis
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Loannis was very helpful. The apartment was clean and centrally located in Heraklion. Security was good. Not a bad word. Thank you Loannis!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us an amazing feedback! Always welcome here! All the best, Orange Central Studio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Well located / nicely designed

The apartment had everything needed for a stay in Heraklion, including a well supplied kitchen. We were able to walk to shops, restaurants and museums. The bus to Knossos was a few blocks away. The owner, Yiannis, welcomed us at the apartment, provided us with welcoming treats and information about Heraklion. Overall, a terrific experience!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Dear Edward, Thank you for the amazing review! We are so grateful for your kind words! Orange Central Studio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little perl with a very charming host 🌞

🌞
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct, 2022
Dear Christian, I'm really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with VRBO community! I'm look forward to seeing you again soon! Yiannis/ Orange Central Studio
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Maria

Disliked: Communication
The upside was that the property was not too far from the port and the bus terminal and the room was clean.The man communicated all all the instructions via email and a written paper in the room. The downside was that the room did not look anything like the picture online. It was very outdated and the interior lock did not work well. I did not feel safe there. This was not worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mattie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was just as pictured, we especially liked having access to a washing machine. That said, I got shocked by the light above the sink and we had issues with the outlets. The host came down to help solve these isses immediately, but didnt seem to believe me about the light.There was nothing misleading in the listing and the photos are accurate, but there where a bunch of small inconveniences that made our stay difficult.The first being that after I booked our stay I received a message requesting more money because they hadn't updated their summer prices.The sliding lock on the interior door is installed weird and gets stuck so we only used the lock in the door with the key.The electricity only works when the keys are in a slot by the door. This is super inconvenient for doing laundry as the machine is very loud but you cant do laundry while your gone because you need the keys. The shower is just a half partition so no matter what the floor gets super wet.The apartment is in a convenient location (we recommend the technology museum) and its an accurate listing, but it was not a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2025
Thank you Madeline for taking the time to share your feedback! We are glad to hear that you found the apartment exactly as pictured and appreciated the convenient location and amenities such as the washing machine! Regarding your concerns: The pricing adjustment was due to a delay in updating our seasonal rates. Once explained, you kindly agreed, and we truly appreciate your understanding. The electricity key slot is a standard energy-saving system used in most hotels and modern rentals in whole Greece, and we understand it may take a little getting used to! The shower follows the same design as many boutique hotels, with a modern glass partition, but we realize this may not match everyone’s preference. As for the maintenance issues, we will certainly check again the lights and door lock to make sure everything is in perfect order for our future guests. We always welcome constructive comments, as they help us improve! We are sorry that your overall experience did not feel fully comfortable, but we are glad that you valued the accuracy of the listing and location! We wish you all the best in your future travels! Orange Central Studio
Verified review

8/10 Good

Keri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great location, poor communication

The location of the Orange Studio can't be beat. It is walking distance to the waterfront and the shops and restaurants. It is a tiny studio, but the host was thoughtful on the way it was made up. The inclusion of little things like q-tips, stationary at the little desk area, and power convertors are things other VRBOs that i have stayed at, never included. Its a nice touch. My only downside to this VRBO was the communication. Prior to arrival, communication was ok. However the host sent pictures to me that wouldn't open in the VRBO app, showing how to access the studio. When i told him i couldn't open the pictures there was no clarification. This resulted in my husband and i arriving at the VRBO and having no way to get in. I messaged the host for half an hour with no reply. Eventually he sent someone to let us in. By then we had been outside waiting for an hour, at night, with a storm approaching. Like i said above, the studio is very cute and a nice launch pad. Just make sure you get all the info you need prior to check in. Our experience put a bit of a shadow over our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2023
Keri was an amazing guest, very polite and with good communication! She also left apartment clean and tidy. I definitely recommend her to any other future host!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our smallest apartment during our holiday in Greece, which is not too surprising as it is in a bigger city. However, the apartment was quite comfortable and included a washing machine (which we very much appreciated) and the big balcony made up for the smaller living space. The host did not greet us in person but did provide very clear instructions (with photos) on how to access the property.The apartment does not have a parking spot, but parking is available nearby in public parking. However, it does take some time to get familiar with the arrangements. Major attractions are within walking distance, like the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the old port. Several excellent restaurants options were also within walking distance as well as a supermarket.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2026
Thank you very much for your detailed and kind review! 😊 We’re really happy to hear that you found the apartment comfortable and appreciated the large balcony, washing machine, and our clear check-in instructions. We’re also glad you enjoyed the central location and the nearby restaurants, supermarket, port and Archaeological Museum. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! We hope to welcome you back to Heraklion in the future! All the best, Orange Central Studio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dominique G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remarquable

agréable, bien sirué
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2022
Thank you Dominique for your nice words! Always welcomed here! Yiannis
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felix S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zentrales Appartment mit allem was man braucht

Check In war easy! Der Gastgeber immer gut zu erreichen. Appartment war sauber und mega gut ausgestattet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much Felix for the positive 5 star rating! I'm very happy that you're happy and I'm looking forward to your next visit to Orange Central Studio! All the best, Yiannis
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay in Crete

Convenient location for this comfortable and cozy apartment. The owners were easy to work with and very accommodating. 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review, John! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and that our comfy beds and friendly owner were particular highlights. We work really hard to give our guests the finest experience possible, so comments like yours are truly rewarding to hear. We’d love to welcome you back soon! Orange Central Studio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leon & Gail D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent little studio, very lovingly furnished and supplied with everything you might need.

Yiannis was great....we were unable to get to Heraklion until quite late, but he met our taxi driver in a street nearby and helped us in with everything. All things explained thoroughly and lots of little touches.....juice and a fresh melon for the morning; coffee and the fixings provided, note paper and a desk to work at. Comfy bed and he helped call a taxi for us for the following day. We wish we could have stayed longer. Walking distance to both the port and the town center. Highly recommend. Thank you Yiannis for all your assistance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2023
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to post a review of our property. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time at Orange Central Studio. Our goal is always to exceed your expectations! We hope to see you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Muriel C.

Très bien !

Appartement bien placé, fonctionnel, propre. Propriétaire sympathique, très serviable. A bientôt à Paris à Marina !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Merci pour vos mots gentils, vous êtes toujours les bienvenus dans notre appartement!

About the host

Hosted by Yiannis

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Hello, my name is Yiannis.
I'm living and working in Heraklion. My working days are usually very busy, but I always have time to meet new people and learn different cultures from all over the world!
It will be my pleasure to host you in my studio apt that is located in the very very center of Heraklion city - just 1 minute next to famous Lions square.
I will try to make your stay here as easy and relaxed as possible!

What makes this property unique

The studio is situated in a quiet neighborhood opposite the 25th of August Street (one of the main and also the most beautiful paved pedestrian street in Heraklion) where the most beautiful Neoclassical buildings are. Lovely cafes, restaurants and shops are just around the corner.
It's only one minute on foot from the famous city’s emblem: the Lions Square (or Morosini Fountain) and the same time one minute on foot of the city’s other historical symbol: the Venetian fortress of Koules at the entrance of the harbor.
You 're a stone's throw from the famous Archaeological Museum of Heraklion (one of the largest and most important museums in Greece, where housing the major exhibits of Minoan Crete) and many others sightseen such as the Venetian Loggia (the most elegant Venetian monument in Heraklion houses the Town Hall), Basilica of St. Mark (Venetian Municipal Art Gallery), the churches of Saint Titus and Saint Minas (the patron saint of Heraklion), the Daidalou Street (the most commercial pedestrian street in the heart of Heraklion), the Venetian Walls and the coastal avenue for walking.

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