Apartments in Heraklion

Crete is probably our favourite Greek destination and frequently visit Heraklion for a few days before venturing to other parts of this vast beautiful island! Previously, we had always selected to stay in a hotel but due to the current pandemic we felt reticent due to the various restrictions imposed, hence losing the overall hotel ambience! It was for this reason I decided to search for an alternative and fortunate to come across the City Lion Apartments! The brand new apartments, completed 2020, are located metres away from the famous Morisini Fountain! The building has been restored and extended to feature one/two bedroom apartments! Although only two of us, we chose the two bedroom loft apartment featuring a mezzanine floor! The apartment is fully fitted with all the mod cons, fully fitted kitchen, dining area, bathrooms second to none, air con, international tv stations etc! The apartment also had a balcony so we could view the everyday life of this vibrant city! Christos, our host was most welcoming and, along with Michael, went to great lengths to make sure our stay lived up to expectations! City Lion Apartments, Heraklion, is without doubt a 5* accommodation amidst this wonderful historic city!

Having travelled across Crete on an exceptionally hot day we navigated the often mad roads of Heraklion to find this gem of a place. Brilliant staff, apartment and amenities!! We found the apartment to be very modern with all the mod cons and more! The staff were very locally knowledgeable and generous with their time and assistance. We couldn’t recommend this highly enough. As a family of four it’s often hard to do these kind of trips well and we needed a one night lay over in comfort prior to an early ferry to Santorini. I only wish we’d planned an extra night here to chill in luxury a bit more. The pool Is hilariously tiny but good fun and not to be avoided even if there are others enjoying it’s bijou status. There is a decent sized gym with treadmill and various weightlifting gadgetry too! Just book it!

It is more convenient to go to Curlesburg, the bus station, and the central square. It is almost 500 meters walk. Take the 2nd road to Knossos Palace. The hotel staff is warm and friendly, the breakfast is very rich, and it is constantly improving according to our needs. The hotel can also help contact sightseeing. Because it is difficult to go to Spinalonga Island in the off-season (not open on weekdays), but Mary helped contact the taxi driver, carefully planned the route and plan for us, and constantly discussed. On the day of the trip, the driver also learned that there is a temporary group on the island, so by the way, it can be opened to us, so that the journey has no regrets!

With a stay at Raise Kornarou City Stay in Heraklion, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. This apartment is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Palace of Knossos and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Kornarou Square.Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out.Make yourself at home in one of the 14 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with stovetops and espresso makers. 32-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles.

We stayed here for a single night on our way from Chania to Santorini. We are a family of 5 with three kids aged 9, 12 and 14. This is a well equipped modern funky apartment that has plenty of space for a large family. Two double rooms (one with en suite) and a good sized sofa bed in the living room. There are plenty of chargers for devices of every kind (including USB sockets), a lovely nespresso machine and coffee supplies, as well as large bottles of water provided. An ample supply of local toiletries is available in the bathrooms. This hotel is situated close to some bars and restaurants, but note that the main center of Heraklion is about a 20 minute walk. It is 10 mins by taxi to the port.

A stay at Luxury Apts Heraklion Center places you in the heart of Heraklion, within a 5-minute walk of Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Heraklion Loggia. This apartment is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Koules Fortress and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Venetian Walls.This apartment features designated smoking areas and beach volleyball on site.Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out.Make yourself at home in one of the 2 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers.

For many years I have traveled 100 or more days a year. In SEP-OCT 2022, I traveled for a month in Greece staying at 12 hotels (and on an overnight Ferry). In this context and related to price, Heraklion Old Port Apartments was above average. PROS: Cost was very reasonable. The room with living room was clean, very spacious and with a well provided kitchen and fridge (supermarket food was extremely inexpensive in Crete). There were extra towels so no need for service. The young woman at the desk was very helpful and cordial. CONS: Close to the old port but about 700 meters to center of town and more to the National Museum or the main bus station (to Knossos or to the beaches). Still all can be reach by walking. The add say the room had great views which did not materialize. Heraklion has a lively main street around the fountain of the lions and a Great museum on the Minoan civilization which was spectacular. The museum in Heraklion was great but Knossos (reach by city bus) was very disappointing since I care for historical archaeology and not for the distorted recreation of the site by an over-imaginative British amateur. The beaches near Heraklion (which can be reach by inexpensive regular city buses) are adequate but not spectacular. In late September the beaches were not crowded at all, but still with warm water to swim. Heraklion was of interest in itself and where I rented the car to visit the rest of Crete (Xania with a picturesque Venetian port, spectacular Elefonsina Beach great for snorkeling, great ruins of Faestos, and many other atttractions). I spent 6 nights in Crete and could have enjoyed another week at least. Next trip I will stay longer in Crete. Parting remarks: Greece is wonderful, except for the touristic islands which were crowded even in October and I may skip them altogether next time. The Peloponesse resulted better than expected. Athens was safe anytime anywhere I moved, even after midnight. Travel light because not all hotels have elevators and in ancient towns you will climb many stairs and walk over cobblestones. Missing church number 59 was OK, sitting in a café watching people go by and doing nothing was inspiring even for hyper me. I had a wonderful trip.

The apartment is very well located in the centre of Heraklion. It is 20 minutes' drive from the airport. On the same street there is a paying underground parking (EUR 12) we used at 5 occasions without any problem. There is also a spice, cake, restaurants and a multitude of shops around. Geographically, the location is ideal. We have resided at the apartment 1 of the 4th floor. The hotel is very comfortable and comfortable. In the morning, you are left at lunch for two: cereals, milk, eggs, confectionery, bread, etc. However, the apartment would need some more equipment: microwaves, sheets, bread grill, slipboard, convenient, The hotel is very small and it is not very easy to get in the room. When you stay there for more than a week, you realize, at this moment, the lack of equipment.

With a stay at Raise Heraklion Boutique Apartments in Heraklion, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. This apartment is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Palace of Knossos and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Manos Hatzidakis Theatre.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with stovetops and espresso makers. Rooms have private balconies. 32-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and you can also request cribs/infant beds (surcharge).

With a stay at Candia Studios & Rooms in Heraklion, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. This guesthouse is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Palace of Knossos and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Nikos Kazantzakis Museum.This guesthouse offers designated smoking areas.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.