The romantic city of Hersonissos entices visitors with popular attractions including Crete Golf Club and Acqua Plus Water Park, and is loved for the beach.
Imagine strolling along Heraklion Port for some great waterfront pics. It's located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Heraklion.
Our travelers also like the museums in the area— your cultural tour starts here.
When you can't wait to soak up some sun, head to Balos Beach— one of the most popular seaside spots located 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from central Kissamos. Catch the sunset by the shore at Balos Lagoon, just a short walk away.
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Stalis Beach in the heart of Stalida. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Malia Beach, Potamos Beach, and Palm Bay Beach.
You can stroll along Old Venetian Harbor for relaxing water views when you're in Old Town Chania. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you carry on walking you'll get to Koum Kapi Beach and Nea Chora Beach for some more water views.
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Agia Marina Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Agia Marina. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Stalos Beach, Platanias Beach, and Kalamaki Beach.
If being by the water is a major draw, Nea Chora Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from central Chania. Catch the sunset by the shore at Golden Beach and Aptera Beach, located nearby.
This hotel was great! The room was a great size and had spectacular views of the harbor. Everyone is very helpful and you also have access to all the amenities of the main Chania Hotel a few blocks away.
This hotel was great! The room was a great size and had spectacular views of the harbor. Everyone is very helpful and you also have access to all the amenities of the main Chania Hotel a few blocks away.
Dana
Reviewed October 26, 2026Reviewed October 26, 2026
Best hotel in Chania! Awesome location. Great communication.
Superbe hôtel. L’emplacement est idéal et très bonne communication de la part de l’hôtel. 5 étoiles !!
Best hotel in Chania! Awesome location. Great communication.
Superbe hôtel. L’emplacement est idéal et très bonne communication de la part de l’hôtel. 5 étoiles !!
We had a wonderful stay. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent with many shops and restaurants nearby, and close to the fortress. You will need to park nearby and walk maybe 7 minutes to get there but it is easy to find and nice that there are no cars to bother you. Highly recommend!
We had a wonderful stay. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent with many shops and restaurants nearby, and close to the fortress. You will need to park nearby and walk maybe 7 minutes to get there but it is easy to find and nice that there are no cars to bother you. Highly recommend!
ean
Reviewed September 29, 2026Reviewed September 29, 2026
This was my favorite hotel in Crete. Very well decorated and stylish, while retaining a Greek islands feel. Eva and staff were extremely helpful and hospitable. The breakfast was delicious. I highly recommend this for your stay in chania.
This was my favorite hotel in Crete. Very well decorated and stylish, while retaining a Greek islands feel. Eva and staff were extremely helpful and hospitable. The breakfast was delicious. I highly recommend this for your stay in chania.
elizabeth
Reviewed September 3, 2017Reviewed September 3, 2017
The reviews were spot-on. We throughly enjoyed our stay as it was convenient to restaurants, bars, shopping, local landmarks and of course the beach! The staff couldn’t have been nicer! And the breakfasts were outstanding! Super nice pool too! You’ll be glad you picked this place!
The reviews were spot-on. We throughly enjoyed our stay as it was convenient to restaurants, bars, shopping, local landmarks and of course the beach! The staff couldn’t have been nicer! And the breakfasts were outstanding! Super nice pool too! You’ll be glad you picked this place!
Nautilux was great ! We stayed here for our honeymoon. The hotel location is perfect in reythmno. A nice stroll along the beach adjacent to all the stores , dining , bars etc. The Nautilus suite was spacious clean and direct view to the sea. Buffet was decent. Wouldn’t call it a 5 star buffet though. Drinks were 5 star however. Direct access to beach. Beach is sandy but becomes rocky once you’re in the water. Staff were great and friendly. Entertainment was a 3 out of 5 and not daily. Rooms...
Nautilux was great ! We stayed here for our honeymoon. The hotel location is perfect in reythmno. A nice stroll along the beach adjacent to all the stores , dining , bars etc. The Nautilus suite was spacious clean and direct view to the sea. Buffet was decent. Wouldn’t call it a 5 star buffet though. Drinks were 5 star however. Direct access to beach. Beach is sandy but becomes rocky once you’re in the water. Staff were great and friendly. Entertainment was a 3 out of 5 and not daily. Rooms...
Saliba
Reviewed September 20, 2024Reviewed September 20, 2024
We could not have been happier with our stay at Antica Dimora! The only negative we have is that we wish we stayed longer. Beautifully restored & preserved Venetian Palace! We had the room with a balcony overlooking the pool and church down the road and it could not have been more romantic!! We loved waking up to the bright blue skies and breathtaking view of the area. The canopy bed and accent lighting along the stone wall in the bedroom were also a beautiful touch. The hotel itself is...
We could not have been happier with our stay at Antica Dimora! The only negative we have is that we wish we stayed longer. Beautifully restored & preserved Venetian Palace! We had the room with a balcony overlooking the pool and church down the road and it could not have been more romantic!! We loved waking up to the bright blue skies and breathtaking view of the area. The canopy bed and accent lighting along the stone wall in the bedroom were also a beautiful touch. The hotel itself is...
A cozy boutique hotel with lovely front desk staff ! And of course the lovely Froso! Great location for access to downtown Chania . Well insulated for noise ..parking a little challenging if there were more cars but for downtown Chania that is a luxury ! Strongly recommend for those needing a city location ..
A cozy boutique hotel with lovely front desk staff ! And of course the lovely Froso! Great location for access to downtown Chania . Well insulated for noise ..parking a little challenging if there were more cars but for downtown Chania that is a luxury ! Strongly recommend for those needing a city location ..
We absolutely loved the New Aurora Apartments. The rooms were super spacious, spotlessly clean and fully equipped with everything we could need. The parking was easy as well. We were close to numerous cafes, shops and restaurants so didn’t have to go far for food etc. It was also a short walk to a lovely secluded beach. It is a definitely somewhere we would come back to in a heartbeat.
We absolutely loved the New Aurora Apartments. The rooms were super spacious, spotlessly clean and fully equipped with everything we could need. The parking was easy as well. We were close to numerous cafes, shops and restaurants so didn’t have to go far for food etc. It was also a short walk to a lovely secluded beach. It is a definitely somewhere we would come back to in a heartbeat.
Hannah
Reviewed September 17, 2024Reviewed September 17, 2024
Visitors to Crete like this family-friendly destination's beaches, museums, cafes, and port. Why not go on a fun excursion to Heraklion Port? While you're here, make time to enjoy other sights such as Balos Beach.
What is there to see around Crete?
Heraklion Port (0.5 mi/0.8 km from the city center)
Balos Beach (88.5 mi/142.4 km from the city center)
Heraklion Town Hall (0.1 mi/0.1 km from the city center)
Heraklion Loggia (0.1 mi/0.1 km from the city center)
Lions Square (0.1 mi/0.1 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Crete?
Heraklion Archaeological Museum (0.2 mi/0.3 km from the city center)
Historical Museum of Crete (0.2 mi/0.4 km from the city center)
Natural History Museum of Crete (0.4 mi/0.7 km from the city center)
Nikos Kazantzakis Museum (1.2 mi/1.9 km from the city center)
Watercity Waterpark (6.9 mi/11 km from the city center)