City Lion by Semavί (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is City Lion by Semavί?
What makes it 77% Kids-Friendly: Family apartments include queen bed plus sofa beds and a full kitchen, giving space for children; free WiFi and elevator; Natural History Museum and Koules Fortress are within a 10-min walk.
Good match for:
- Independent Explorers: Walking distance to Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Morosini Fountain, and Venetian walls makes self-guided tours easy.
- Digital Nomads: Free Wi-Fi and private kitchens let you work remotely and cook meals at your own pace.
Things to keep in mind:
- Luxury Spa Seekers: No on-site pool or spa facilities available.
What is so special about City Lion by Semavί for with kids?
- Central city location steps from Morosini Fountain & Archaeological Museum
- Complimentary Wi-Fi and in-room kitchens ideal for self-catering
- Elevator access and luggage storage simplify solo stays
- Concierge can help arrange day trips to Knossos
Transport & Nearby Access
Heraklion International Airport: 5.1 km (16 mins drive)
Taxi ride from airport to hotel takes around 15–16 minutes.
Kids-Friendly Activities around City Lion by Semavί
Morosini Fountain & Lion Square: 170m (2 min walk)
Historic fountain and plaza ideal for people-watching.
Tip: Grab a coffee at a nearby café and watch the town buzz.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum: 520m (7 min walk)
Extensive collection of Minoan artifacts.
Tip: Visit early to avoid midday crowds.
Koules Fortress (Rocca a Mare): 760m (9 min walk)
Venetian-era fortress with panoramic sea views.
Tip: Climb to the ramparts for sunset vistas.
Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in City Lion by Semavί:
Free Wi-Fi:
Unlimited wireless internet access in public areas and guestrooms.
In-room kitchenette:
Private kitchen with refrigerator and oven for self-catering.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Public Parking:
Off-site parking available for an additional charge; reservation recommended.
Laundry Service:
On-site laundry and dry cleaning services available for a fee.
Accessibility at City Lion by Semavί:
Elevator provides access to all floors. Public areas are step-free.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Book a Knossos Shuttle: Ask the concierge to arrange the shared shuttle to the Palace of Knossos for about €10 return.
- Shop Local Ingredients: Pick fresh produce at the Central Market 200m away and cook in your kitchenette.
- Start Early: Begin museum visits by 9AM to enjoy exhibits before the crowds arrive.
Reviews of City Lion by Semavί
Rod Livingood
Nice location. Difficult drop off for luggage. Well equipped. Large apartments. Nice coffee with cream and sugar. Extra waters. Would have given 5 stars if WiFi worked better. Dropped or disconnected often.
Jamie Clark
Appreciate the stay and extended checkout (especially after a 6 hour delay last night) lovely service and great location in the city, enjoy!
Jess Clayton
We spent three lovely nights at the City Lion Apartments in Heraklion. Our loft apartment was spacious and so well appointed. The kitchen had everything we needed for a quick meal break. The staff were incredibly helpful. They made dinner reservations for us, made sure we knew where we were going, and helped us turn of the heating in the apartment (Greeks like the temperature warmer than Wisconsin...
Manolis Voskakis
Excellent location in the center of the city and at the same time in a quiet neighborhood. Cozy and modern rooms. Easy check in/out. Very friendly and helpful staff. Whenever we have visitors, we always recommend it, and they are never disappointed.
Aegean Glow hospitality
City Lion has it all. It is lovely boutique apartments in a perfect position for everything you need when staying in Heraklion Town. We were given a very warm and helpful welcome from the front of house staff who told us everything we needed to know and everyone was always on hand with helpful advice. The hotel has obviously had a recent refurbishment and our apartment was cosy, but with all the ...
Map of City Lion by Semavί
Address: Psaromiligkon 13, Iraklio 712 02, Greece
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How to get to City Lion by Semavί:
From Heraklion International Airport, take a taxi (about 15–16 mins) directly to the hotel. Alternatively, board the local bus to the city center and walk 5 minutes to City Lion by Semavί.
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