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

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
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
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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 Tabakaria or Chania Archaeological Museum 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
Hyperion City Hotel

Hyperion City Hotel

4 out of 5
75 El. Venizelou Chania
The price is NZ$173 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
NZ$173
16 Jan - 17 Jan
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (345 reviews)
Would stay again! Great hotel large lovely room, comfortable beds and beautiful view from deck. Really Good complementary breakfast lots of selection. We loved the location so close to waterfront restaurants and nice walk to old town. Very friendly helpful staff.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Hyperion City Hotel
Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete

Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete

5 out of 5
Makrys Tichos Chania
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
A great hotel. Our room was really comfortable and spotlessly clean. The staff are all so welcoming, friendly and can’t do enough to help you. Great set up and ideal for a holiday.

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete
Porto Veneziano Hotel

Porto Veneziano Hotel

3 out of 5
Akti Enoseos & Glafkou Chania Crete
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (604 reviews)
Our go-to hotel for stays in Chania; well maintained hotel with comfortable clean rooms, friendly staff and an excellent breakfast service with eggs etc cooked to order as well as an excellent cold buffet selection.

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Porto Veneziano Hotel
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.
Vergina Beach Hotel

Vergina Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
134 Agia Marina, Crete Island Chania
Stay at this beach condo in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Staff amazing. Clean rooms. Great swimming. Can't wait to return.

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Vergina Beach Hotel
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! (530 reviews)
An absolute gem. The private beach is much nicer than the photos, perfect for snorkelling, the two pools are great and all the amenities kept in great condition. Rooms are spacious and clean. Staff always friendly. It’s probably the best hotel anywhere near this price, fully recommend!

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Corinna Mare
Kalimera Hotel Agia Marina

Kalimera Hotel Agia Marina

2 out of 5
Agia Marina Chania Crete Island
Stay at this aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Stalos Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Really friendly staff thank you for everyone making the stay memorable the area is touristy lots of restaurants walking distance but so many beautiful places to see you can tak bus to chania or rent a car to experience some beautiful places on the island

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Kalimera Hotel Agia Marina
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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