Chania Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Chania featuring a city
Chania which includes markets and interior views
Maritime Museum of Crete which includes interior views
Maritime Museum of Crete which includes interior views
Chania featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Chania

Venetian Port

Chania Town

5/5(44 area reviews)

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 Agora.

Chania Town
Venetian Port

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.

Old Town Chania
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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.

Nea Chora
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Halepa

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Halepa
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Koum Kapi

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

Koum Kapi
Samaria Hotel
Samaria Hotel
4 out of 5
69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square, Chania, Crete Island
The price is AU$294 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$294
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (743 reviews)
"We had a great time here. The staff was very helpful. There was construction so parking was tricky but the staff went above and beyond to help us."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Samaria Hotel
Kiani Beach Resort Family
Kiani Beach Resort Family
5 out of 5
Kiani Akti, Chania, Crete Island
The price is AU$537 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$537
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (647 reviews)
"Great for kids! Good food and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Kiani Beach Resort Family
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 AU$495 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$495
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free valet parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (245 reviews)
"A perfect stay"

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2024

Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Corinna Mare
Corinna Mare
2 out of 5
Kalamaki, Nea Kidonia, Chania, Crete Island
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (481 reviews)
"Fantastic location for young families that want to relax by the pool / pebbled beach. Lots of parking, good restaurant on site, and really friendly staff who arranged a baby cot and chair well before we checked in! Only thing is the rooms have a slightly dated decor. Very small tvs and old style ..."

Reviewed on 8 Nov. 2024

Corinna Mare
Sea View Hotel & Apartments
Sea View Hotel & Apartments
2 out of 5
Parigoria Apteron Str., Chania, Crete Island
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (261 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel and pool area, rooms were spotless and modern, location was good for being close to the beach but there wasn’t a great deal going on around the hotel (I.e. restaurant or bars nearby) and the pool bar closed at 6pm, stopping serving food at 5.15."

Reviewed on 19 Sep. 2024

Sea View Hotel & Apartments
Golden Bay Suites
Golden Bay Suites
3 out of 5
Ag. Apostoli, Chania, Crete Island
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
"The property was in a beautiful location. Nicely updated."

Reviewed on 9 Oct. 2024

Golden Bay Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Chania

4.9
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

So much to explore!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Move off the main streets and you will quickly find delightful lanes and shady squares and courtyards, authentic cafes and even some Minoan ruins.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place to visit has lots to offer and sights to explore.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I’m a Greek Australian- and have been to over 20 islands in Hellas- Chania Crete is my favourite

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazimg island! There are so many beautiful beaches, mountains and restaurants everywhere. The centre is so lively and there us so much energy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Chania is a beautiful city with many options available to you. It is not a small tourist town. It is a full sized city where locals live and work all year round. Great experience. Also very easy to fly into and base your holiday from.

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