We don't even know where to start, if you've made it to reading reviews it means you are considering booking La Casa Romantica. Stop reading and book immediately! This might be a long review, so we will break it up.
Xanthi- Our amazing host! Her hospitality was unparalleled. Not only were we greeted with warmness and enthusiasm, but she walked through and explained everything to us so we had no unanswered questions. She also checked in with us throughout our stay to make sure our needs were being met. She was incredibly accommodating when our plans changed last minute before check in and offered options and arrangements to help us enjoy our last (checkout) day without hauling our luggage around. Hands down the best hospitality we have encountered ever.
La Casa Romantica- The apartment was pristine and it was clear the care she put into making the apartment welcoming and comfortable (including additional practices during these COVID times). Everything you need for a comfortable stay is provided. Not to mention that amazing balcony with the best view in Iraklio. We lost count of the mornings and evenings we spent drinking coffee or wine, playing games, and watching the tourists and locals coming from or going to the port. It was our favorite spot to end each day and talk about the days experiences.
Location- Couldn't be better! Its a close ride from the airport via bus or taxi (we took a taxi for 14 €). Its a 10-15 min walk to the port which is your access point to ferries and busses to many attractions (aquarium, Knossos Palace, etc.). This also means it's right by the water and great paths to walk along the water and grab a bite to eat (we recommend Paralia!). Just 2 min walk to Lions Square where you have access to the market, many restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and often various street performers. It's right accross from Paleologos which books many excursions (cruises/ferries to other islands, flights, rental cars etc.).
TLDR: This airbnb is better than we had even hoped and it would be a mistake to not book it! We are already ready for a return trip to La Casa Romantica.