Old Town Chania Travel Guide

Chania

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

A coastal walkway with a tall lighthouse, a stone wall, and a body of water.
Photo by Robert Hawthorne
Open Photo by Robert Hawthorne

Old Venetian Harbor

9.6/10 (1,655 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Chania Town with a trip to Old Venetian Harbor. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.
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Things to do

Samaria the Lazy Way

Samaria the Lazy Way

Rp813.066
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Samaria the Lazy Way
Chania: Semi-Submarine Boat Underwater Experience

Chania: Semi-Submarine Boat Underwater Experience

Rp447.186
per adult
Chania: Semi-Submarine Boat Underwater Experience
Chania: Crete on a Plate, A Cultural Tasting Tour

Chania: Crete on a Plate, A Cultural Tasting Tour

Rp935.026
per adult
Chania: Crete on a Plate, A Cultural Tasting Tour
Chania Evening From Rethymno

Chania Evening Tour From Rethymno

Rp609.800
per adult
Chania Evening Tour From Rethymno
From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike

From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike

Rp718.344
per adult
From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike
Picture 3 for Activity Crete: Day Trip to Elafonisi Beach with Hotel Transfers

Crete: Day Trip to Elafonisi Beach

Rp1.016.333
per adult
Crete: Day Trip to Elafonisi Beach
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Top hotels in Old Town Chania

Kriti Hotel

Kriti Hotel

3 out of 5
Nikiforou Foka & Kiprou Chania Crete Island
The price is Rp3.277.112 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp3.277.112
Rp3.833.479 total
3 Aug - 4 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 Rp3.435.629 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
Rp3.435.629
Rp4.013.877 total
18 Aug - 19 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 Jul 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 Rp9.901.650 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp9.901.650
Rp11.580.180 total
11 Aug - 12 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 Jul 2026

Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor
Elia Bettolo

Elia Bettolo

3 out of 5
Betolo 1 Chania Crete Island
The price is Rp3.120.295 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
Rp3.120.295
Rp3.654.877 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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 Rp2.178.059 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp2.178.059
Rp2.479.666 total
31 Jul - 1 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 Jul 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 Rp5.342.512 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp5.342.512
Rp6.287.315 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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 Jul 2026

Domus Renier Boutique Hotel, Member of Domus Elegance Collection
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Where to stay in Old Town Chania

Find the best Old Town Chania areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal lighthouse with a stone wall and a clear sky.

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.

A marina at sunset with boats docked and a calm sea.
Photo by Anna Bounaouara
Open Photo by Anna Bounaouara

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.

A coastal town with buildings along the shoreline, rocky outcrops in the water, and mountains in the background.

Halepa

Waterfront views, gardens and historical sites are some highlights of Halepa. Make a stop by Chania Archaeological Museum or Tabakaria while you're exploring.

A coastal cityscape with buildings along the waterfront, a clear blue sky, and a distant mountain.

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