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

Rp824.886
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Samaria the Lazy Way
Chania: Semi-Submarine Boat Underwater Experience

Chania: Semi-Submarine Boat Underwater Experience

Rp453.687
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

Rp948.619
per adult
Chania: Crete on a Plate, A Cultural Tasting Tour
Chania Evening From Rethymno

Chania Evening Tour From Rethymno

Rp618.664
per adult
Chania Evening Tour From Rethymno
From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike

From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike

Rp728.787
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

Rp1.031.107
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 Rp3.272.809 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
Rp3.272.809
Rp3.829.051 total
29 Aug - 30 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 Rp3.466.913 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp3.466.913
Rp4.049.363 total
8 Aug - 9 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! (657 reviews)
"Clean room, delicious breakfast, polite and helpful staff. Perhaps more parking spaces could be made available. Otherwise a very enjoyable stay with a fantastic view from the balcony."

Reviewed on 25 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 Rp8.007.450 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
Rp8.007.450
Rp9.425.229 total
20 Aug - 21 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! (239 reviews)
"This hotel is very clean and the room was nice. The location was also perfect."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor
Elia Bettolo

Elia Bettolo

3 out of 5
Betolo 1 Chania Crete Island
The price is Rp3.084.616 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp3.084.616
Rp3.614.689 total
28 Aug - 29 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
Elysia Boutique Hotel

Elysia Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
SIFAKA & 4TH DUE KALLINIKOY SARPAKI Chania
The price is Rp4.952.721 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp4.952.721
Rp5.945.660 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Chania Central Market are located ...
Elysia Boutique Hotel
Nostos Hotel

Nostos Hotel

3 out of 5
Zambeliou Street Chania Crete Island
The price is Rp2.175.318 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp2.175.318
Rp2.476.544 total
13 Aug - 14 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. ...
Nostos Hotel
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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