Metropole Urban Hotel (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Metropole Urban Hotel?
What makes it 81% Solo-Friendly: A 24-hour front desk, in-room safes and CCTV add security, free Wi-Fi and desks aid work, and Morosini Fountain, central market and museums are all within 5 min walk for easy solo exploration.
Good match for:
- History Buffs: Minutes from Morosini Fountain, Venetian Loggia and Agios Minas Cathedral for immersive historic exploration.
- Independent Explorers: On-site car and motorbike rentals let you venture to Knossos Palace and Cretan villages at your own pace.
Things to keep in mind:
- Drivers: No on-site parking; street parking and paid lots are limited.
- Beach Seekers: Located inland; nearest beach is a 10-minute drive away.
What is so special about Metropole Urban Hotel for solo trip?
- Central location near Agios Minas Cathedral, Morosini Fountain and Venetian Loggia
- Complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk and tour booking service
- On-site bar, restaurant and coffee shop for drinks and snacks
- Car rentals available for independent exploration of Crete
Transport & Nearby Access
Heraklion International Airport: 5.4 km (13 min drive)
Taxi ride to airport in about 13 minutes.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Metropole Urban Hotel
Cathedral of Agios Minas: 100m (2 min walk)
Imposing 19th-century cathedral with ornate interior.
Tip: Attend the morning service to experience local worship.
Morosini Fountain: 270m (4 min walk)
Baroque fountain in Eleftheriou Venizelou Square.
Tip: Visit at dusk when it’s lit for best photos.
Venetian Loggia: 380m (5 min walk)
16th-century Venetian palace with carved columns.
Tip: Look up to spot the intricate stone carvings.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum: 610m (8 min walk)
Museum showcasing thousands of Minoan artifacts.
Tip: Buy tickets online to skip the line.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Metropole Urban Hotel:
Complimentary Wi-Fi:
High-speed internet in all public areas for planning your day.
24-hour front desk:
Assistance any time for tour bookings and check-in.
Luggage storage:
Store your bags before check-in or after check-out.
Tour and ticket service:
Book local tours and museum tickets at the desk.
Complimentary newspapers:
Daily local and international papers in the lobby.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Car rentals:
Rent a car or motorbike on-site to explore Crete.
Massage room:
Book spa massages and beauty treatments (fee applies).
Dry cleaning:
On-site dry cleaning service (additional charge).
Laundry service:
Laundry and ironing services available at a fee.
Accessibility at Metropole Urban Hotel:
All floors accessible by elevator.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Book Tours in Advance: Use the 24-hour front desk to reserve museum and day-trip tickets.
- Self-guided Historic Walk: Follow a route from the hotel to Agios Minas, Morosini Fountain and Venetian Loggia—all within 5 minutes.
- Rent a Vehicle for Day Trips: Arrange car or motorbike rental at reception to visit Knossos Palace and coastal villages.
Reviews of Metropole Urban Hotel
Stefan Derkits
In my room (304) half the sliding door to the shower was gone. The other half leaked at the seams so that there was after every shower a lake next to the shower. Staff said it happened 2 days before I arrived. There was also a weird smell in the shower and quite many black spots. Quite many other things in the (for 4 stars) small and very badly designed room were on the verge of breaking (a chair,...
Mikey Molayal
The website is inaccurate - breakfast is not included with all reservations, there is not an airport shuttle, and not all rooms have balconies. We had 3 rooms, each had a patio door but instead of a balcony each room had a grate or railing so the patio door could be opened but there was no balcony to step onto. One of our rooms did not have a door for the shower so water got all over. The day we a...
ÖZNUR DÜNDAR
My husband made a reservation at Metropolitan Urban Hotel in Heraklion but accidentally booked it for one day later than intended. He realized the mistake immediately and called the hotel to ask if it could be moved one day earlier. The hotel said there was no availability, which we accepted, but when he asked if the reservation could be canceled and refunded, they told him to contact Booking.com...
Serhan Akin
Subject: Concern Regarding My Reservation and Lack of Support Dear Metropolitan Urban Hotel Team, I am writing to express my disappointment regarding an issue I experienced with a reservation I made at your hotel in Heraklion. Unfortunately, while booking, I mistakenly selected the date one day later than I had originally intended. As soon as I realized the mistake, I immediately called your ho...
Jeff Summers
This hotel has amazing view of the church and courtyard right near by. It can be a little noisy until around 11pm if you are someone that likes to sleep with the door open, but with the door closed it was no concern. The staff are amazing and were able to facilitate a very early check in for us, which was very much appreciated! The staff also gave amazing recommendations for restaurants nearby!...
Map of Metropole Urban Hotel
Address: Pl. Agias Ekaterinis, Iraklio 712 01, Greece
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How to get to Metropole Urban Hotel:
Take a taxi from Heraklion International Airport (5.4 km, ~13 min drive) to Metropole Urban Hotel.
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