City Life Port Hotel

Hotels
Independent
7.4 (105 reviews)
L. Ikarou 50, Heraklion, Crete Island, 713 07 , Heraklion , GR

Facilities

Free WiFi
Terrace
Luggage storage
Street parking
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Library
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location near the port
Friendly check-in staff
Cons:
Dated rooms
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
5.85
Rooms are very dated and housekeeping products are all over the floors.
Service
9.35
Check-in staff was wonderful; kind and friendly.
Location
9.35
Excellent location close to the port for early morning ferry.
Room Quality
5.85
Rooms are extremely dated and in need of serious updating.
Amenities
7.85
Basic amenities available but with noted issues like non-existent free internet.
Value for Money
6.85
Prices for coffee were high compared to nearby options.
Food and Beverage
5.85
Coffee shop in the lobby is more expensive than nearby options.
Overall Experience
8.25
Combination of positive location and service tempered by dated rooms and cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:15

Property Description

Terrace with Stunning Views
Enjoy breathtaking views from our terrace and unwind in our cozy atmosphere.

Delightful Dining Experience
Indulge in delicious meals at Life Cafe Said, offering a unique blend of a café and bar/lounge.

Convenient Amenities
Benefit from services like room service, complimentary Wi-Fi, and buffet breakfasts at Life Hotel – your home away from home.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in the heart of Heraklion? Book your stay at Life Hotel today!

Important information:

  • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: HER

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

  • General

    Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 105 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.85
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 5.85
Amenities: 7.85
Value for Money: 6.85
Food and Beverage: 5.85
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Ricky friends
10
Pros:

Sadly, this review does not allow me to highlight some of the actual benefits of this property.
The greeting was amazing the place as a fantastic façade and very inviting, but sadly, the rooms are very dated, and there is housekeeping products all over the floors.
The rooms are extremely dated and the crew covers are disgusting and should be replaced immediately.
It was what I required, which is absolutely location to the port for an early morning ferry.
It did not help the strikes on time whilst this is not the Hotel’s fault. It did add sadly to the dissatisfaction.

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
K
Kirk
8
Pros:

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2025-09-05 via Nuitee
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patriciah10 NONE Bayport, Long Island, New York
4
OK Hotel to sleep and shower- That's it!
Pros:

This hotel is good for two things, Sleeping and showering. The rooms are teeny tiny. The "Free Internet" is non-existent. The coffee shop in the lobby is twice as much as the coffee shops two doors down. A/C works great though. Very close to airport and Port where the cruise ships come in. It is clean.

2025-08-11 via Tripadvisor
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Chris family
6
Pros:

Staff at check-in was wonderful! So kind and friendly. The room itself was outdated and in need of some serious updating. A fine place to stay for one night that is close to the port though.

2025-07-30 via Nuitee
C
Claude
8
Pros:

2025-07-25 via Nuitee
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_R5627TY Couples
10
Great Hospitality!
Pros:

We stay in this property every year, prices are always good and hospitality at high level. Ideal choice in Heraklion city!

2025-06-25 via Tripadvisor
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W7249NEstellak Family
10
Best!
Pros:

The best choice for accommodation in Heraklion.. perfect location, staff always willing to serve. There is a snack bar at the accommodation for food and drinks.. simply perfect.

2025-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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nikosv715 Couples
10
Value for money!
Pros:

We stayed for 3 nights, great hotel and very clean. The property is close to center and port, its easy to park and find good restaurants around!

The personal always ready to assist.

2025-06-23 via Tripadvisor
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Andreas
10
Alles top
Pros:

Sher gut gelegenes, ruhiges Hotel in der Nähe des Hafen von Heraklion. Nur ein paar Minuten zu Fuß zum Hafen, um unsere frühe Fähre zu erreichen. Alles top

2025-06-23 via Nuitee
J
joslyn
10
Pros:

easy location to port and airport. nice people and waited for me to come after hours! clean and nice room for the price.

2025-06-19 via Nuitee
E
elenanA684ML Friends getaway
2
It’s a big no
Pros:

The hotel was awful. The rooms were in terrible condition, with minimal cleanliness and no soundproofing – we could hear everything from the neighboring rooms. The fridge only worked occasionally, and the sheets were changed just once during our entire stay. When we made complaints, the response we got was, “Take your complaints to the mayor.”

The staff were rude, especially the behavior of the owner, who had no problem yelling over the phone for any reason – even just because we were talking or laughing, which is completely normal when you’re traveling with friends.

Throughout our stay, the staff’s behavior never improved. The experience was truly disappointing, and I would not recommend this place to anyone.

2025-06-08 via Tripadvisor
S
Scott
6
Pros:

Great location for ferry port and central bus station access, but a bit of a walk from the main city center. Also not very many dining or shopping options in the immediate area.

2025-05-15 via Nuitee
V
Vicki
8
Pros:

Very close to port and bus terminal

2025-04-25 via Nuitee
J
Judith
10
Kind service
Pros:

They waited for my late arrival. It was very close to ferry port which I appreciated.

2025-04-19 via Nuitee
J
Jim
8
Pros:

The room was small but spotless and the bed was very comfortable. I found a great Taverna 5 minutes walk away and it's 5 min from the bus station and 10 min walk from the Port

2024-10-05 via Nuitee
S
Stephen partner
8
Pros:

Great staff and comfortable mattress

2024-10-04 via Nuitee
J
Juan
6
Heraklion budget hotel.
Pros:

It s a budget hotel centrally located close to the port. It is not boutique by any stretch of the imagination. It is small, clean and adequate for a budget conscious traveler.

2024-09-12 via Nuitee
L
Laurent
10
Court sejour. Accueil excellent
Pros:

Court séjour 3 lits simples. Grand lit confortable mais 2 petits lits un peu durs.
Accueil excellent. Top niveau
Très propre et d'apparence remis à neuf

2024-08-25 via Nuitee
C
carine
8
Proche du port
Pros:

L'intérêt de l'hôtel est la proximité du port

2024-08-20 via Nuitee
E
Eric
10
Close to airport
Pros:

Was suitable for one night as close to airport and early flight in the morning. Friendly staff. No complaints.

2024-08-14 via Nuitee