The Pal rooftop pool
Seasonal rooftop pool beside a skyline lounge, garden and fire pit
No. 2 of 4 on our Heraklion rooftop pools list.
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- Who can swim
- Access not published
- Day pass
- No
- Heated
- Not published
- Season
- Seasonal; exact opening months not stated
Consider The Pal if a rooftop lounge with city skyline views matters as much as the pool. Its pool runs seasonally, with no published months and no stated rules on who can use it.
The pool
The Pal has a seasonal rooftop pool, with a rooftop lounge that looks over the city skyline. Floor, opening months and heating aren't stated. It also has a garden, a fire pit and a gym.
Our take
The Pal is the best-rated hotel on our list by Google score, 4.9 from 59 reviews, though that is the smallest review count here. Capsis Astoria has 2062.
The catch is the missing detail. The pool is seasonal and the hotel gives no months. The best swim months in Heraklion are Jul to Sep, so aim for those and confirm before you book. If you want a pool you can book into with a published price, Capsis Astoria is the clearer choice.
Good to know
- Rooftop lounge with city skyline views
- Rated 4.9 from 59 Google reviews
- Gym, garden and fire pit on site
The catches
- Opening months aren't published
- Access rules, floor and heating aren't published
Best forTravelers who want skyline views from a rooftop lounge and a garden stay.
Skip it ifYou need a pool that's open outside summer or a published day pass.
Getting in
Rooftop pool access isn't spelled out, and no day pass is listed. Treat it as for guests unless the hotel tells you otherwise.
Age rules aren't published.
Tips
- Book for Jul to Sep, the best swim months in Heraklion, and ask the hotel to confirm the pool is open.
Before you go. Ask the hotel which months the pool is open. It is described as seasonal, with no dates given.
Pool facts and where they come from
Facts marked "unconfirmed" come from a travel guide or booking site, not from the hotel. Check them with the hotel before you plan around them.
| Where the pool is | Rooftop Source: the hotel's website |
|---|---|
| Season | Seasonal; exact opening months not stated Source: the hotel's website |
| The view | City skyline views from the rooftop lounge Source: the hotel's website |
| Rooftop bar | Rooftop lounge with skyline views Source: the hotel's website |
| Who can swim | The hotel does not publish who can swim. Ask before you go. |
| Heated | Not published by the hotel |
Location and contact
| Address | Kon/nou Palama 18, Iraklio 713 06Open in Google Maps |
|---|---|
| Pool level | Rooftop |
| Google rating | 4.9 from 59 reviews Ratings are for the whole hotel, not just the pool. |
| Phone | +302810323884 |
| Website | thepal.gr |
The Pal pool: questions people ask
Is The Pal's rooftop pool open in winter?
The pool is seasonal. The hotel doesn't state the opening months, so ask before booking a winter stay.
Can non-guests swim at The Pal?
Access rules and day pass details aren't published. Ask the hotel directly.
What floor is The Pal's pool on?
No floor is published. The pool is on the roof.
Does The Pal have other facilities?
Yes. Guests have a gym, a garden space and a fire pit, plus the rooftop lounge.