Kokkini Hani

If you're looking for a beach destination in Crete, consider visiting and staying in Kokkini Hani. Located just 14 kilometers east of Heraklion, you can easily reach Kokkini Hani by taking the old national highway along the coastline from the airport. You'll be treated to stunning views of the sea and rugged shore before winding your way up to the town. Kokkini Hani has become a popular holiday spot due to its beautiful beach and variety of restaurants and tavernas. Many offer seaside dining with menus featuring local traditional cuisine, freshly caught seafood, English fare, Italian specialties, authentic Italian pizza, and more. Plus, with its close proximity to Heraklion and the international airport just 10 minutes away, Kokkini Hani has seen rapid development in recent years. Whether you're looking for a large, luxurious hotel or a more economical option like a tourist apartment or rental room, you'll find plenty of accommodations to choose from in Kokkini Hani.

How To Get There

Kokkini Hani can be reached in a few different ways. The quickest and most practical method to get to Kokkini Hani is via taxi from Heraklion Airport. The 15-kilometer trip takes 15 to 20 minutes. Travelers can use our booking system to rent a car for more flexibility. Travelers can reserve a private taxi or minibus service in advance from Heraklion Airport to their Kokkini Hani hotel for a hassle-free choice. This guarantees that when they arrive at their destination, a driver will be there to take them there. Take the KTEL bus service, which is also referred to as the blue bus. The bus leaves the bus stop every ten minutes. In order to catch a bus on time, you don't need to run to the bus stop. You may take the blue bus from the Heraklion airport terminal to the Heraklion KTEL Station A, which is close to the port, in 20 minutes. From there the bus will take you to Kokkini Hani. For information and timetables, check the official KTEL website here.