Sfakia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal road with parked cars, a pier, boats, and a cruise ship.
A coastal town with clear turquoise waters, white buildings, and rocky cliffs.
A coastal town with white buildings, clear turquoise water, and rocky hills in the background.
A small boat tied to a dock, clear turquoise water, and white buildings with blue accents on a hillside.
A coastal village with clear turquoise waters, boats, and white buildings on a rocky hillside.

Our guide on where to stay in Sfakia

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Goni

While Goni may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Imbros Gorge and Dourakis Winery.

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

5 out of 5
Australon Polemiston 23 Rethymno Crete
The price is AU$331 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$331
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (409 reviews)
"Clean nice room"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive

Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Chania Platanias
The price is AU$392 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$392
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Platanias Beach and Tavrontis Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (215 reviews)
"Amazing experience and such a kid friendly location"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive
Corinna Mare

Corinna Mare

3 out of 5
Kalamaki, Nea Kidonia Chania Crete Island
The price is AU$128 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$128
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
Corinna Mare
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Fata Morgana Studios & Apartments

Fata Morgana Studios & Apartments

Frangokastello Sfakia Crete
Stay at this aparthotel in Sfakia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Frangokastello Venetian Fortress and Frangokastello ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"Lovely apartment with hotel-type facilities in an excellent beachfront location. Well appointed and great pool. Very quiet place, ideal for getting away from it all."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Fata Morgana Studios & Apartments
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. ...
Corinna Mare
Caldera Beach

Caldera Beach

4 out of 5
PEO Kissamou Gerani Crete
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
"The property was excellent, great pools for the kids. However, the big pool near the beach is overly crowded and we were thankful that we had a smaller pool in front if our room. My kids loved it and the breakfast was excellent. We had an amazing time."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Caldera Beach
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Stay near popular Sfakia attractions

Frangokastello Beach

8.2/10 (116 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Frangokastello Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Frangokástellon. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Activities

Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from Chania with Professional Guide

Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from Chania with Professional Guide

AU$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from Chania with Professional Guide
The Samaria Gorge

Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide

AU$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide
The Gates where the sides of the gorge close in to width of 4m and soar up to a height of 300m.

Chania: Samaria Hiking Tour (with local guide)

AU$73
per adult
Chania: Samaria Hiking Tour (with local guide)
Samaria Long Way from Rethymno

Samaria Long Way from Rethymno

AU$86
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Samaria Long Way from Rethymno
Rethymnon Areas and Georgioupoli Day Trip to Loutro Village

Rethymnon Areas and Georgioupoli Day Trip to Loutro Village

AU$49
per adult
Rethymnon Areas and Georgioupoli Day Trip to Loutro Village
Imbros gorge

Full-Day Hiking Tour in Imbros Gorge

AU$77
per adult
Full-Day Hiking Tour in Imbros Gorge
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Cities near Sfakia

A historic stone fortress with a flag on top, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.

Rethymno

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a large dome structure, and a waterfront promenade.

Chania

A coastal town with clear blue waters, a white church, and mountains in the background.

Georgioupolis