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 coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and rocky cliffs.
A lighthouse by a calm body of water with a rocky shoreline and distant mountains.

Our guide on 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 coastal city with a densely packed urban area, a beach, and clear blue waters.

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 Tabakaria 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 Koum Kapi Beach and Chania Central Market.

Hyperion City Hotel

Hyperion City Hotel

4 out of 5
75 El. Venizelou Chania
The price is NZ$169 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$169
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hyperion City Hotel
Morum City Hotel Chania

Morum City Hotel Chania

4 out of 5
8 Manousogiannakidon Chania
The price is NZ$174 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
NZ$174
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Morum City Hotel Chania
Corinna Mare

Corinna Mare

3 out of 5
Kalamaki, Nea Kidonia Chania Crete Island
The price is NZ$167 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$167
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
Corinna Mare
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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. ...
Corinna Mare
Anais Collection Hotels & Suites by GHH

Anais Collection Hotels & Suites by GHH

3 out of 5
Chryssi Akti Chania Crete Island
Stay at this aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 2 poolside bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Anais Collection Hotels & Suites by GHH
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 ...
Vergina Beach Resort
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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.

Stay near popular Chania attractions

An aerial view of a coastal area with a prominent mountain, clear blue waters, and a small island with dense vegetation.

Port of Souda

8.6/10 (471 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Tsikalaria with a trip to Port of Souda. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Activities

Picture 12 for Activity From Chania: Elafonisi Pink Sand Beach Day Trip - Elos Stop

Chania: Elafonisi Beach Day Trip, Honey Taste & Elos Village

NZ$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chania: Elafonisi Beach Day Trip, Honey Taste & Elos Village
Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus From Rethymno

Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus From Rethymno

NZ$58
per adult
Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus From Rethymno
Cheese and Wine Tasting Tour From Chania

Cheese and Wine Tasting Tour From Chania

NZ$72
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cheese and Wine Tasting Tour From Chania
Picture 14 for Activity From Georgioupolis: Roundtrip Transfer to Samaria Gorge

From Georgioupolis: Roundtrip Transfer to Samaria Gorge

NZ$64
per adult
From Georgioupolis: Roundtrip Transfer to Samaria Gorge
From Chania: Samaria Gorge All-Inclusive

From Chania: Samaria Gorge All-Inclusive (Ferry & Entry Fee)

NZ$120
per adult
From Chania: Samaria Gorge All-Inclusive (Ferry & Entry Fee)
Picture 1 for Activity Chania/Rethymno:Balos & Gramvousa with pick up & Boat Ticket

Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket

NZ$25
per infant
Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket
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Cities near Chania

A coastal town with a prominent rocky hill, a beach, and residential buildings.

Stavros

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

Agia Marina

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

Chorafakia

A historic building with multiple domes and arches, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

Akrotiri

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