Chania Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a large dome structure, and a waterfront promenade.
A coastal scene with a prominent lighthouse, a stone fort, and a calm sea under a twilight sky.
A rocky coastline with clear blue waters and a prominent rock formation in the sea.
A lighthouse by a calm body of water with a rocky shoreline and distant mountains.
A coastal lighthouse with a stone wall and a clear sky.

Where to stay in Chania

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent lighthouse, a harbor with boats, and a mountainous backdrop.

Old Town Chania

If you're spending some time in Old Town Chania, Old Venetian Harbor and Chania Central Market are top sights worth seeing.

A marina at sunset with boats docked and a calm sea.
Photo by Anna Bounaouara
Open Photo by Anna Bounaouara

Nea Chora

Nea Chora is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nea Chora Beach, a top place to visit in the area.

A coastal cityscape with buildings along the waterfront, a clear blue sky, and a distant mountain.

Koum Kapi

Travellers like the beaches in Koum Kapi, and Koum Kapi Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A coastal town with buildings along the shoreline, rocky outcrops in the water, and mountains in the background.

Halepa

Waterfront views, gardens and historical sites are some highlights of Halepa. Make a stop by Chania Archaeological Museum or Kouloura Cove while you're exploring.

A coastal lighthouse with a stone wall and a clear sky.

Chania Town

A noteworthy feature of Chania Town is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Chania Central Market and Old Venetian Harbor.

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only

5 out of 5
Strati Pantelaki 5, Agioi Apostoloi Chania Crete
The price is ₹60,657 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹60,657
₹70,688 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free valet parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (316 reviews)
"The property is located on a sandy beach with a beautiful view. The hotel is about 15 minutes taxi ride from the harbour and old town. The staff were helpful. I stayed two nights but a longer stay would have been relaxing. I booked a loft room which was in two floors and I never used the top floor ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only
Porto Veneziano Hotel

Porto Veneziano Hotel

3 out of 5
Akti Enoseos & Glafkou Chania Crete
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹18,237 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹18,237
₹21,307 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (652 reviews)
"Literally the best location! Staff were extremely nice & helpful, especially the guy at 2am working the morning we arrived. Everything about this hotel is top notch including the onsite restaurant! Best hotel we stayed at our entire trip!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Porto Veneziano Hotel
Leptos Panorama Hotel

Leptos Panorama Hotel

5 out of 5
Kato Galatas Chania Crete Island
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (336 reviews)
"Their coffee machines did not make cappuccino s or lattes"

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

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Leptos Panorama Hotel
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Corinna Mare

Corinna Mare

3 out of 5
Kalamaki, Nea Kidonia Chania Crete Island
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (553 reviews)
"Staff was excellent. Location was awesome, beach nearby and right on the ocean. The restaurant was amazing too. The pool does get affected by the restaurant but we spent our time mostly at the beach."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Corinna Mare
Vergina Beach Resort

Vergina Beach Resort

4 out of 5
134 Agia Marina, Crete Island Chania
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, always willing to help with a smile. The room was spotless, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything I needed. The location was perfect, close to the main attractions while still being peaceful and relaxing. ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Vergina Beach Resort
Porto Platanias Beach - Luxury Selection

Porto Platanias Beach - Luxury Selection

5 out of 5
Platanias Chania Crete Island
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"Fantastic property, great view would absolutely stay here again."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Porto Platanias Beach - Luxury Selection
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A coastal walkway with a tall lighthouse, a stone wall, and a body of water.
Photo by Robert Hawthorne
Open Photo by Robert Hawthorne

Old Venetian Harbor

9.6/10 (1,655 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Chania Town with a trip to Old Venetian Harbor. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
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Cities near Chania

A stone church with a cross on top, surrounded by flowering trees and a clear blue sky.

Daratsos

A coastal town with buildings along the beach, a mountain in the background, and clear turquoise waters.

Kalyves

An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and a mountainous backdrop.

Agia Marina

A coastal promenade with buildings, a body of water, and people walking.

Apokoronas

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