Platanias Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


Visit Platanias Town

Minoa Palace Resort
"This place was amazing! The beach view was so picturesque and the staff were all really helpful in planning our activities to the restaurant recommendations in nearby Chania!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Marika Beach Hotel
"Amazing hotel, communication with regard to our booking was great and when we arrived everything was easy. Room was clean and spacious, staff were really friendly, breakfast we were spoilt for choice. Highly recommend Marika, a stones throw from the beach and town too!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Caldera Bay
"Ioana is the best! The breakfast is good!!!"
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Marika Beach Hotel
"Amazing hotel, communication with regard to our booking was great and when we arrived everything was easy. Room was clean and spacious, staff were really friendly, breakfast we were spoilt for choice. Highly recommend Marika, a stones throw from the beach and town too!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Porto Platanias Beach - Luxury Selection
"Fantastic property, great view would absolutely stay here again."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Porto Platanias Village
"Very friendly staff. We were half board and the food was great."
Reviewed on 21 July 2025
Popular places to visit
Platanias Square
Learn about the local history of Platanias Town when you spend time at Platanias Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete
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.
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.
Máleme Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Máleme Beach during your trip to Platanias? Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.
Olive Tree of Vouves
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Olive Tree of Vouves during your travels in Ano Vouves.
War Shelter of Platanias
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at War Shelter of Platanias during your trip to Platanias Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Activities

Rethymno/Chania: Preveli Beach and Kourtaliotiko Gorge Tour

From Chania: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Tour With Local Guide

Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from Chania with Professional Guide

From Chania: Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus

From Rethymno: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotiko Day Trip


