Old Town Chania Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal cityscape with a prominent lighthouse, a harbor with boats, and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal town with colorful buildings, a waterfront promenade, and mountains in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent lighthouse, terracotta-roofed buildings, and a clear view of the sea.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a prominent lighthouse, a harbor with boats, and densely packed buildings with red-tiled roofs.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, clear blue waters, and a rocky island with a white building.

Stay near popular Old Town Chania attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Old Town Chania Hotel Deals

Kriti Hotel

Kriti Hotel

3 out of 5
Nikiforou Foka & Kiprou Chania Crete Island
The price is AU$278 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$278
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Kriti Hotel
Porto Veneziano Hotel

Porto Veneziano Hotel

3 out of 5
Akti Enoseos & Glafkou Chania Crete
The price is AU$321 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$321
14 Aug - 15 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! (655 reviews)
"The hotel exceeded our expectations. Great location on the harbour. Facilities, rooms, cleanliness and breakfast were all spot on. Staff were all exceptional. Would definitely recommend,"

Reviewed on 18 July 2026

Porto Veneziano Hotel
Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor

Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor

5 out of 5
Parodos 4i Kallinikou Sarpaki 40-42 Chania
The price is AU$516 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$516
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a steam room. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (236 reviews)
"Great hotel, location, friendly staff, and breakfast. The only downside is parking. Don’t bring a car if you can. The free parking lot is often full, and paid parking lots can set you back more than €20 per day. Part of the great location is that it’s a 10 minute walk from the bus station."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor
Elia Bettolo

Elia Bettolo

3 out of 5
Betolo 1 Chania Crete Island
The price is AU$280 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$280
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Elia Bettolo
Nostos Hotel

Nostos Hotel

3 out of 5
Zambeliou Street Chania Crete Island
The price is AU$172 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$172
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (176 reviews)
"The owners were fantastic and very helpful. They helped us arrange taxi transit to and from the airport, were always polite, and left our rooms very clean after service. The bathroom is the only downside with the shower being very small and showerhead being more-so a wand that you hang up that falls ..."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Nostos Hotel
Domus Renier Boutique Hotel, Member of Domus Elegance Collection

Domus Renier Boutique Hotel, Member of Domus Elegance Collection

4 out of 5
Akti Kountourioti 41-42 Chania Crete
The price is AU$463 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$463
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (237 reviews)
"Beautiful quiet hotel with an exceptional breakfast."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Domus Renier Boutique Hotel, Member of Domus Elegance Collection
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Old Town Chania

Find the best Old Town Chania areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

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.

Koum Kapi

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



Old Town Chania Travel Guide

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