City Lion by Semavί (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is City Lion by Semavί?
What makes it 84% Solo-Friendly: Free high-speed WiFi, CCTV and in-room safe support independent travelers, and the apartment is steps from Morosini Fountain and bus stops; note front desk is staffed only 09:00-17:00.
Good match for:
- Independent explorers: Self-catering apartments let you set your own pace—from cooking local produce to planning back-to-back site visits.
- History buffs: Within a 10-minute walk to the Archaeological Museum and Venetian fortress for immersive Minoan and Venetian history.
Things to keep in mind:
- Late arrivals: Front desk hours are 09:00–17:00 and self check-in requires advance contact; arrivals outside these times may be less convenient.
What is so special about City Lion by Semavί for solo trip?
- Central location near Morosini Fountain and Lion Square
- Self-catering apartments with full kitchen and balcony options
- Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and in-room kitchen
- Short walks to major museums and Venetian fortress
- Elevator, luggage storage and concierge services on site
Transport & Nearby Access
Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis": 5.1 km (16 mins drive)
Taxi from airport to hotel takes about 16 minutes.
Solo-Friendly Activities around City Lion by Semavί
Morosini Fountain: 170m (2 min walk)
Baroque fountain with four lion-head statues at Lion Square.
Tip: Visit at dawn to avoid crowds and see locals feeding cats.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum: 520m (7 min walk)
Home to world-class Minoan artifacts from Knossos.
Tip: Buy tickets online to skip the queue.
Rocca a Mare Fortress: 760m (10 min walk)
16th-century Venetian fort overlooking the old harbor.
Tip: Climb the ramparts 30 minutes before sunset for cooler temperatures and sea views.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in City Lion by Semavί:
High-speed Wi-Fi:
Complimentary internet access in all public areas.
In-room kitchenette:
Fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator and oven in every apartment.
Luggage storage:
Store bags free of charge at the front desk.
Safe deposit box:
Secure valuables at the front desk at no extra cost.
Elevator access:
Step-free movement between all floors.
Concierge service:
Free basic assistance with maps, directions and local tips.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Public parking:
Off-site parking available for an extra charge.
Laundry service:
On-site laundry at additional cost.
Ironing service:
Available for a fee.
Dry cleaning service:
Available for a fee.
Accessibility at City Lion by Semavί:
Elevator provides step-free access to all floors.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Cook like a local: Visit Herakleion Central Market (200m) to pick fresh produce and prepare it in your kitchenette.
- Beat the crowds: Arrive at the Archaeological Museum at opening (09:00) to explore exhibits before tour groups arrive.
- Sunset harbor stroll: Head to Rocca a Mare Fortress 30 minutes before sunset for panoramic sea views and cooler air.
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:
Arrange a taxi from Heraklion International Airport; it's a 16-min drive to Morosini Fountain, then a 2-min walk to City Lion by Semavi.
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