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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
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Psaromiligkon 13, Heraklion, 71202
  • Place, Historical Museum of Crete
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Heraklion Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About this property

City Lion by Semavi

Guesthouse in Heraklion, near Heraklion Port
Along with concierge services, this smoke-free guesthouse has a front desk safe and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
City Lion by Semavi offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star guest house has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at City Lion by Semavi. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Heraklion Museum of Religious Art. Free WiFi in public areas and concierge services are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Steps from Heraklion Museum of Religious Art and Morosini Fountain
City Lion by Semavi offers its guests concierge services, a front desk safe, and a lift. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 4-star Heraklion guest house is smoke free.

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 12 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 12 per day(820 ft away; open 24 hours)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 1144335

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using 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

City Lion by Semavi Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vinson

Travelled with partner
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

Maria

Travelled with family
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

Pamela

Travelled with family
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

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were more than helpful and the property is in an excellent location for sightseeing, shopping and dining out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with partner
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

Juan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for a few days (parents and an adult daughter from California) and we loved the apartment (2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms loft apartment), which was spacious, clean and had plenty of amenities. It was close to shopping, dining and the Venetian fortress. The front staff was so friendly, professional and well informed. Excellent customer service from all of them. They assisted with everything we needed. The housekeeper was also very nice and would always offer us extra water bottles and coffee pods when she was on our floor. All communication before we arrived was also great and checking in was a very smooth process. We would definitely stay at City Lion if we were to visit the city of Iraklios (Heraklion) in the future. What a great experience we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Luiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hariklia

Travelled with group
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

Celeste Carolina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean, the staff was so friendly and very helpful with booking reservations and transportation. The would greet us every time the saw us. The location was very central to everything. Would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and helpful staff. Kitchen had everything we need and groceries were not far away. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hassan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great apartments in heart of heraklion!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

abdul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

George

Travelled with partner
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

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great. Only complaints were there were lots of flies when entering. Had to kill 15 plus.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mazigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melecia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very clean and modern - centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great location and value

Great location for Heraklion, and overall a great value. The hotel is on a side street that is very close to the city square and all the restaurants and shopping. The room was very spacious and modern, with high ceilings. The hotel gives you a guidebook before you arrive with recommendations and instructions, which was helpful. I wish they had reached out to help arrange a transfer from the ferry, or given some tips on the best way to reach the hotel. Also, the kitchen did not have a microwave and some basic things, like scissors, and the stove/oven were difficult to figure out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with family
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

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