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City Lion by Semavi

Travelers discover Heraklion's historic treasures by bicycle, with knowledgeable staff providing local insights for an authentic Cretan experience

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City Lion by Semavi puts visitors in the heart of Heraklion with genuine Cretan hospitality. The hotel offers complimentary in-room WiFi, while the concierge team helps craft personalized itineraries. Guests can borrow bikes to visit the nearby Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

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Soundproofed
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Free cots/infant beds
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  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Separate dining area
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
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  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
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  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One Bedroom Loft Apartment

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
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Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Apartment, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Heraklion, City Lion by Semavi is in the city centre and near the airport. Palace of Knossos and Dermatas Gate are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heraklion Port and Titakis Winery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Freedom National Stadium or Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium. Visit our Heraklion travel guide
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Psaromiligkon 13, Heraklion, 71202

What's nearby

  • Historical Museum of Crete which includes street scenes
    Historical Museum of Crete
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Morosini Fountain which includes a fountain
    Morosini Fountain
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum featuring street scenes
    Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Heraklion Port featuring a marina
    Heraklion Port
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Heraklion Town Hall
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lola
    1 min walk
  • Petousis
    1 min walk
  • Hub
    2 min walk
  • Dark Tales
    1 min walk
  • Goody's
    1 min walk

About this property

City Lion by Semavi

Upscale guest house near Heraklion Port
Near Palace of Knossos, City Lion by Semavi provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Bike hire, a front desk safe and a lift
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 15 per day)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day(820 ft away; open 24 hours)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 1144335

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

City Lion
City Lion by Semavi Heraklion
City Lion by Semavi Guesthouse
City Lion by Semavi Guesthouse Heraklion

Frequently asked questions

Is City Lion by Semavi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at City Lion by Semavi?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Lion by Semavi on 23 Mar 2026 start from AU$108, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at City Lion by Semavi?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at City Lion by Semavi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City Lion by Semavi located?

Located in the heart of Heraklion, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Heraklion Museum of Religious Art and Heraklion Port. Morosini Fountain and Lions Square are just steps away.

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Reviews

City Lion by Semavi Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great apartment hotel. Nicely done interior, modern without being tacky. Parking is a quite difficult, but there’s an overnight parking at the port for €6/day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great old city location. Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was well designed, very convenient, and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful as well. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arrived late to be greeted by lovely staff. Excellent modern accommodation with kitchenette. Perfect position in city.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relaxing location with lots of space.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious, comfortable, clean, and fully stocked with all the amenities you'll need. The staff is super friendly and helpful, and the hotel recommendations were great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in process. Concierge staff are kind and helpful. Location is close walking proximity to bus stops, attractions, bars and restaurants. Surrounding area appears understandably concerning although did not feel unsafe during different points in the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very pleasant and accomodating ensuring that our stay was pleasant. The 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment was modern, clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My family stayed here in a two bedroom two bath for two nights and couldn’t have been happier. The place was updated, immaculate, spacious, and in an ideal location - in very close proximity to tons of shopping and restaurants. Well stocked with bottled water and coffee. Parking in the area is challenging. We paid 12 euros to park in a nearby lot for 24 hours our first night, second night we got lucky and found street parking. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean, well located. Very convenient for exploring Heraklion and for access to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in process was super easy. We were warmly welcomed by the man at Reception upon entering the door. Appreciated their help to offer assistance with our transport to the airport. Keyless entry was kind’a nice to have. The room we had was bright, clean and had a nice urban theme/furniture. Loved that the location was steps away from the Plaza and great restaurants closeby. Also conveniently located as it’s close to the port, fort and museums. Would highly recommend the Lion.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness
Manos and his staff were absolutely wonderful. We stayed in the comfort loft suite. We are a family of four and it was stunning super spacious everything very clean friendly staff. The location was incredible in the city center walking distance to absolutely everything. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hariklia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Space is amazing- location of hotel is very convenient. Walking distance to center. Lots of restaurants, coffee shops, gelato and pastry shops. Rooms were very clean, bathroom has an amazing shower. Kitchenette is fully stocked if anyone wants to cook. Best part of this stay is the amazing employees, especially Manos. He went above and beyond to help us. We wholeheartedly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yleana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best of 10 hotels and apts we have stayed in Greece so far. The personnel/service is super helpful and anticipates to what we needed. Modern, clean, quiet. Provided a map of the city, helps with calling taxis, etc. Best location, walkable. Must stay here at Heraklion!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, clean unit and many amenities. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding hotel

Outstanding hotel. Great location, really big room, extremely comfortable, very modern, well-equipped kitchen, very friendly staff. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff were fantastic! I loved the ease of accessing the building itself, and the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very unique space with ample living room and modern design. Excellent location in the heart of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, large space in a good location although a hike to both the ferry terminal and bus station (how we arrived and departed). It was nice to have codes rather than keys to enter. The sofa was super comfortable and nice to have the extra sleeping space. They gave us all the coffee and water we could drink. The recommendations for laundry and dining were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was clean, comfortable, and quiet. It even had a kitchenette. All amenities provided were of good quality and as expected. Staff was friendly and helpful. Location is within walking distance of the beach, local attractions, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vongchouane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Manos and Sabika were so helpful during our stay. I can’t compliment them enough on their customer service! We look forward to a return visit. I would highly recommend City Lion to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff is very friendly and very accommodating. We could store our luggage at the beginning and the end of our trip to go enjoy the city. The place was immaculate and renovated. The hotel is near the city center and everything is accessible by foot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We have stayed here a few times and we love it. Little details really do make the differnce. Clean and friendly, fantastic quiet air-conditioning, the beds and pillows are unbelievably comfortable and a nespresso machine in your room with extra pods if needed fror free.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is located in city centre. Property and rooms are impeccable. Staff is amazing. Would reccomend. high
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024