Plakalona Holidays
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Your Plakalona Holiday
Book a customised Plakalona holiday package that has everything you need without any unnecessary extras. Great for watersports, coastal beaches and families, think about basing yourself in the neighbourhood of Platanias Town. Make your trip to Plakalona even more fun and exciting by going sightseeing. Afrata Beach, Orthodox Academy of Crete and Karavitakis Winery are among the leading attractions worth exploring. Whoever you're heading away with and whatever the size of your budget, your ultimate Plakalona holiday is just a few clicks away with Expedia.
Plakalona Holiday
Plakalona Essential Information
Language | Greek |
|---|---|
Currency | Euros |
Local Welcome | Ya su |
Local Goodbye | Yiá sou |
Closest Airport | Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) |
Max Temp Winter | 16ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 27ºC |
Top Sights | Platanias Beach, Manousakis Winery and Máleme Beach |
Our pick of the best Plakalona Hotel Deals
Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection - Adults Only
Strati Pantelaki 5, Agioi Apostoloi Chania Crete
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$724
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Galini Palace Resort Hotel - All Inclusive
Kolpos Kolimvariou 1 Platanias Crete
8.2/10 Very good! (87 reviews)
"We had a lovely, relaxing stay at the Galini Palace Resort Hotel. The overall atmosphere was calm and peaceful throughout, as the hotel is located in a quiet area away from the main tourist crowds. The Highlights: The absolute star of the hotel is the pool area - it is large, beautiful, crystal clear, ..."
Reviewed on 10 July 2026
Minoa Palace Resort
Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion Platanias Crete Island
AU$423
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (463 reviews)
"Great family hotel,"
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
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.
What to do in Plakalona
Day Trip Elafonisi Island From Rethymno English French German Gui
AU$49
per adult
Chania: Falassarna & Balos Cruise With Pickup & Boat Ticket
AU$67
per adult
Elafonissi Full-Day Tour from Chania with Pick-up
AU$63
per adult
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Plakalona holiday package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Plakalona escape. However, factors like the season, choice of hotel and length of stay will influence how much your holiday to Plakalona costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Plakalona?
January, February and March are the best times to search for cheap Plakalona holiday packages. Choosing to travel in quieter months means you'll typically find reduced prices on flights and hotels.
How many days is enough for Plakalona?
Usually, a handful of days is enough to explore the main sights during your Plakalona holiday. However, if you prefer to have some time to relax or take day trips, consider extending your trip.
How to find the best Plakalona package deals?
Bagging a cheap Plakalona package deal is a cinch with Expedia. After you've entered your preferred dates and destination under our "Packages" tab, set your maximum budget, add a few filters and see what's available. You can personalise your search by "Area," "Amenities," "Property type" and more. Sort the results by "Price: low to high" to discover the most wallet-friendly Plakalona package deals. Want a simple trick to score the biggest savings? Be flexible with your departure dates and consider travelling on a weekday, when prices are usually lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Plakalona holiday as a package?
Expedia holiday packages are designed to give you more bang for your buck. Bundle your flight, car rental and hotel into one great-value price and you could save hundreds of dollars. You'll typically land a better deal than booking each component individually. And you'll still enjoy the flexibility to create a customised Plakalona holiday by choosing your favourite airline, accommodation type and car class.
When to book a holiday package to Plakalona?
If you've got your Plakalona holiday dates finalized, book early to snap up some terrific deals. With Expedia, you can typically reserve some flights up to a year in advance. Prefer spontaneous trips? Our last-minute deals are perfect for jetting off on a whim.
How to plan a trip to Plakalona?
- Choose the ideal time to travel: Your schedule, preferred season and the type of weather you enjoy can all influence your decision on when to go to Plakalona.
- Figure out your budget: Ensure you have enough money to pay for everything from food and transportation to activities and flights. Your hotel will probably be the largest expense during your trip to Plakalona.
- Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're up to speed on Plakalona, you can figure out the perfect length of your holiday. Put together a draft itinerary and give yourself enough time to cover everything you want to see.
- Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in place, you can combine your car rental, flights, hotels and more into a tailored Plakalona holiday package.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.
