Mousoures Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Samaria Gorge, on the south side of Crete, is Europe's deepest canyon. The hike from the top of the gorge to the sea is about 18 km, and can be completed in about four hours.
Stunning view from top to bottom , 6miles walk down to the Gorge
The Omalos plateau is a true cure for sore eyes between the end of winter and early summer, when it is constantly covered in millions of wild flowers which look like somebody spread a brightly coloured carpet over the plateau. Return a few weeks later and the plateau is coloured differently. Here, the first annual carpet of millions of Crocus sieberii colours the plateau in a delicate white hue...
Chania featuring street scenes
Chania showing a square or plaza and a fountain
Hyperion City Hotel

Hyperion City Hotel

4 out of 5
75 El. Venizelou Chania
The price is NZ$183 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
NZ$183
21 Mar - 22 Mar
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (360 reviews)
We paid for ocean view but they put us on floor 2. You definitely don’t have a view from there though. Be sure to ask for floor 4 or 5. Out toilet broke on the night and they did try to fix it. Was not repaired till next morning. That was good but they might have offered us a different room since ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Hyperion City Hotel
Kiani Beach Resort Family

Kiani Beach Resort Family

5 out of 5
Kiani Akti Chania Crete Island
The price is NZ$286 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$286
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (710 reviews)
Cleanliness, friendly, hospitality

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Kiani Beach Resort Family
Samaria Hotel

Samaria Hotel

4 out of 5
69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square Chania Crete Island
The price is NZ$307 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
NZ$307
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (840 reviews)
Clean room, staff very friendly

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Samaria Hotel
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Vergina Beach Resort

Vergina Beach Resort

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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
Staff amazing. Clean rooms. Great swimming. Can't wait to return.

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Vergina Beach Resort
Caldera Beach

Caldera Beach

4 out of 5
PEO Kissamou Gerani Crete
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
Last day we had to use the common showers at reception to get ready and they were in a very very poor condition! It was a complete disappointment and ruined the whole stay

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Caldera Beach
Elma's Dream Apartments

Elma's Dream Apartments

2 out of 5
Polirrinias, Daratsos Chania Crete
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Golden Beach and Nea Chora Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (185 reviews)
The host is incredibly friendly and cleans the room daily. Although the outdoor area is somewhat cluttered, the space is kept clean. He assisted us in finding a trustworthy taxi driver who charged fair rates and generously lent us beach equipment at no cost.

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Elma's Dream Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete, a lovely green space in Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete

Manousakis Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Manousakis Winery during your travels to Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Manousakis Winery

Sarakina Meskla Gorge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sarakina Meskla Gorge during your travels in Platanias. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Sarakina Meskla Gorge

Platanias Square

4/5(7 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Platanias Town when you spend time at Platanias Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Platanias Square

Orthodox Academy of Crete

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Orthodox Academy of Crete during your travels in Kolymvari. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Orthodox Academy of Crete

Máleme Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Máleme Beach during your trip to Platanias? Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Máleme Beach

Activities

Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village

Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village

NZ$59
per adult
Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village
Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos

Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos

NZ$98
per adult
Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos
6 Cretan Private Wines Tasting in Greece

Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village, Chania

NZ$59
per adult
Private tasting of 6 cretan wines in Fres village, Chania
Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!

Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!

NZ$158
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!
Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group

Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group

NZ$79
per adult
Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group
Chania: Old City & Venetian Harbor Discovery on Segways

Chania: Old City & Venetian Harbor Discovery on Segways

NZ$124
per adult
Chania: Old City & Venetian Harbor Discovery on Segways
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Cities near Mousoures

Chania

Chania

The completely secluded Kedrodasos Beach, Crete. Crystal clear water, white sand, fig trees and absolutely no people the entire day. Perfect. Far quieter and untouched than Elafonissi beach a few miles away.

Kantanos-Selino

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