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

From Rethymno: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotiko Day Trip

From Rethymno: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotiko Day Trip

฿994
per adult
From Rethymno: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotiko Day Trip
Samaria the Lazy Way

Samaria the Lazy Way

฿1,530
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Samaria the Lazy Way
Chania: Crete on a Plate, A Cultural Tasting Tour

Chania: Crete on a Plate, A Cultural Tasting Tour

฿1,759
per adult
Chania: Crete on a Plate, A Cultural Tasting Tour
Imbros Gorge Tour From Rethymno

Imbros Gorge Tour From Rethymno

฿1,300
per adult
Imbros Gorge Tour From Rethymno
Imbros Gorge and Libyan Sea Day Tour From Rethymno

Imbros Gorge and Libyan Sea Day Tour From Rethymno

฿1,147
per adult
Imbros Gorge and Libyan Sea Day Tour From Rethymno
From KAVROS/GEORGIOUPOLIS : Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach

From GEORGIOUPOLIS /KAVROS: Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach

฿1,161
per adult
From GEORGIOUPOLIS /KAVROS: Elafonisi Island Pink Sand 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 ฿5,459 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿5,459
฿6,406 total
26 Aug - 27 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (416 reviews)
"Very nice buffet. Clean pool nice temperature"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Kriti Hotel
Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor

Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor

5 out of 5
Parodos 4i Kallinikou Sarpaki 40-42 Chania
The price is ฿5,855 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿5,855
฿7,238 total
25 Aug - 26 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 ...
Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor
Porto Veneziano Hotel

Porto Veneziano Hotel

3 out of 5
Akti Enoseos & Glafkou Chania Crete
The price is ฿6,394 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿6,394
฿7,470 total
29 Aug - 30 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! (663 reviews)
"Great hotel and great location"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Porto Veneziano Hotel
Elysia Boutique Hotel

Elysia Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
SIFAKA & 4TH DUE KALLINIKOY SARPAKI Chania
The price is ฿9,101 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿9,101
฿10,934 total
24 Aug - 25 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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"It was very clean and great location"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Elysia Boutique Hotel
Elia Bettolo

Elia Bettolo

3 out of 5
Betolo 1 Chania Crete Island
The price is ฿4,848 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿4,848
฿5,711 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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
Bozzali

Bozzali

Sifaka & Gavaladon 5 Chania Crete Island
The price is ฿3,076 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,076
฿3,579 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Old Venetian Harbor and Port of Souda are located ...
Bozzali
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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 Koum Kapi Beach and Chania Central Market.

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