We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Chania, Greece. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Superb breakfast. Situated in the heart of Chania’s charming old town, this authentic 17th-century Venetian mansion offers a personalised service along with a courtyard and rooftop terrace overlooking the town and the Venetian harbour. Each spacious room combines old world charm with modern comforts. From the marble bathrooms and rich fabrics to the LCD TV and free wireless internet, every effort has been taken to ensure your comfort. Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast served every day in Casa Delfino’s courtyard. A stylish bar offers a range of drinks. The Casa Delfino Spa features a marble steam room, an extra large hot tub and a soothing relaxation area. The staff at Casa Delfino will be more than happy to offer information and other suggestions for your leisure time. Access to Spa facilities is provided upon charge. Casa Delfino enjoys a superb location within the picturesque narrow streets of Chania’s old town, just a short stroll from the sea.Show full description
This might be one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Chania. It also has a highly rated breakfast and a popular rooftop bar.
Luxury Hotel. Located in Kolymvari, less than 1 km from Rapaniana Beach, Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. You can play tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for golfing and cycling. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Every room has a kettle, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. At Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Tavronitis Beach is 2.3 km from Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive, while Platanias Square is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 35 km from the hotel.Show full description
Resort. Experience world-class service at Minoa Palace Resort. Minoa Palace Resort consists of 2 buildings that are connected through a pedestrian overpass that provides direct access to the beach from both buildings. Built within a 35,000-m² area of landscaped gardens, in Platanias, the Minoa Palace Resort features 4 pools and a wellness centre. It offers a variety of dining options and elegant accommodation with free Internet access. The air-conditioned rooms at Minoa Palace enjoy beautiful sea, pool or garden views from their private balcony. They feature marble bathrooms and a living area with satellite TV. The hotel’s spa boasts a 250-m² indoor pool, a hot tub, hammam and sauna. Guests can pamper themselves with aromatherapy, hot stone massages and face treatments. A tennis court and a fitness room are also available. Guests can choose among the 4 restaurants of the Minoa Palace serving Italian, Greek and Cretan cuisine. 4 bars serve drinks and exotic cocktails in stylish indoor and outdoor settings. Greek breakfast is served daily. The picturesque town of Chania is within 12 km of the resort. Chania International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Free WiFi is available in public areas and free on-site parking is possible.Show full description
Resort.Hip. Comfortable beds. Set in Georgioupolis, 2.4 km from Peristeras Beach, La Mer Resort & Spa - Adults Only offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a shared lounge, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star resort. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a business centre and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Every room is equipped with a kettle, while selected rooms here will provide you with a terrace and others also have sea views. At La Mer Resort & Spa - Adults Only all rooms come with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness centre, organise trips at the tour desk, or rent a car to explore the surroundings. Episkopi Beach is 2.9 km from La Mer Resort & Spa - Adults Only, while Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 52 km from the resort.Show full description
I would describe this as the coolest five-star hotel in Chania. It also has super comfortable beds!
Boutique hotel.Romantic. Good breakfast. Popular among women. Pilot Amphora Boutique Hotel "Adults Only" features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Georgioupolis. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Pilot Amphora Boutique Hotel "Adults Only" every room includes bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or an à la carte breakfast. Pilot Amphora Boutique Hotel "Adults Only" offers a sun terrace. Bike hire and car hire are available at the hotel and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Popular points of interest near Pilot Amphora Boutique Hotel "Adults Only" include Georgioupolis Beach, Kalivaki Beach and Peristeras Beach. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 48 km from the accommodation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most ROMANTIC five-star hotel in Chania.
Apartment hotel.Charming. Popular among women. Just 200 metres from the beach of Platanias, Porto Platanias Village Resort is a village-style complex featuring stone-paved paths, gardens and a lovely swimming pool. It offers air-conditioned accommodation with DVD player. Studios and apartments at Porto Platanias have a private balcony with views to the pool and the hotel’s gardens. Each has a well-equipped kitchenette and a satellite TV with international channels, safe and hairdryer. The hotel’s restaurant serves Cretan and international cuisine in buffet style. Porto Platanias Village Resort has a snack bar, while Cretan evenings with traditional music are also organised. Within walking distance of the complex, guests can find many taverns, bars and nightclubs. The picturesque city and port of Chania is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Popular among couples. Offering private access to a sandy beach in Agioi Apostoloi, Domes Noruz Chania is the first Greek resort to be an honoree for its interior and exterior design. It boasts a state-of-the-art spa centre and 2 pools overlooking the azure waters and the surrounding islands. Fine champagne and fresh seafood can be enjoyed at the poolside bar. All accommodation types at Domes Noruz Chania have extended outdoor living areas with a variety of amenities, lounge furniture, outdoor bathtubs and either hot tub or plunge pool. Free WiFi is available throughout. Their architecture is inspired from the Venetian Arsenals with Cretan sandstone to be the prominent building material. The Spa centre, with design inspired by traditional local embroidery and fabrics, boasts a hammam, sauna and hot tub. Rejuvenating massage treatments can be also provided. A variety of outdoor activities is offered, ranging from yoga in the park to outdoor personal training session and other sports. The on-site fitness centre is fully equipped. A uniquely designed lounge area in front of the seaside creates a perfect setting for relaxing moments. Domes Noruz Chania also features a dynamic all day restaurant and two bars. The cosmopolitan Chania Town, boasting an array of lively beach bars and all day restaurants, lies within 4 km of Domes Noruz Chania, The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 15 km from the property. Free private parking is possible on site.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Trendy. Superb interior design.Opened April 2021. Located in Chania Town, less than 1 km from Koum Kapi Beach, The Tanneries Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, hot tub, and hammam, as well as a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The Tanneries Hotel & Spa offers certain rooms that include a balcony, and every room has a kettle. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near The Tanneries Hotel & Spa include Archaeological Museum of Chania, House-Museum of Eleftherios Venizelos and Saint Anargyri Church. The nearest airport is Chania International, 11 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I would describe this as the most WELL DESIGNED five-star hotel in Chania.
Luxury Hotel.Luxurious. Lovely interior design. Set in Kato Daratso, 1.5 km from Iguana Beach, AHEAD Design Awarded Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete offers accommodation with a 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool, a Soma Spa, a Gym Pavilion and a beach bar with free private parking. Set among an oasis of tropical vegetation, banana, and palm trees, just above the beach, it affords uninterrupted views over Chania town, thick bamboo fields and beyond, with a front-row seat to the mesmerising colours of the majestic Cretan sky. The 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The nearest airport is Chania International, 14 km from Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Centered around the Greek concept of "Ef Zeen: the art of Living Well", Domes Zeen is a beachfront cove to contemplate, reconnect, make lifelong memories and explore. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests. All accommodation offers a sunny furnished stone terrace with choice of tropical garden or sea views and guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Old town Chania within walking distance, invites guests to participate in the ongoing cultural evolution of the ancient city.Show full description
This might be one of the most LUXURIOUS AND STYLISH luxury hotels in Chania.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Rooftop pool. Set in Chania Town, 100 metres from Nea Chora Beach, Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. An à la carte, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available every morning at the property. Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness centre, organise trips at the tour desk, or rent a car to explore the surroundings. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Kladissos Beach, Chryssi Akti and Firkas Fortress. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 14 km from Chania Flair Boutique Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.Show full description
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT five-star hotel in Chania. It also has a unique rooftop pool and a cool rooftop restaurant.
Luxury Hotel.Great location. Popular among couples.Opened September 2020. Located in Stalós, 200 metres from Glaros Beach, Atlantica Kalliston Resort - Adults Only provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. The hotel features an indoor pool, hot tub, evening entertainment and room service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath. Each room comes with a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. At Atlantica Kalliston Resort - Adults Only every room comes with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At Atlantica Kalliston Resort - Adults Only you will find a restaurant serving Greek, Italian and Sushi cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. You can play table tennis and darts at the hotel, and bike hire and car hire are available. Speaking German, Greek, English and French at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area. Popular points of interest near Atlantica Kalliston Resort - Adults Only include Kalamaki Beach, Iguana Beach and Municipal Garden. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 17 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Located in Chania Town, 2 km from Koum Kapi Beach, Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only provides accommodation with free private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. With a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features an indoor pool, spa centre and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. Guest rooms at Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Breakfast served in room. The accommodation offers a terrace. Venizelos Graves is 2 km from Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only, while House-Museum of Eleftherios Venizelos is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 11 km from the hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and outstanding views!
Boutique hotel.Good breakfast. “Porto Platanias Beach – Luxury Selection 5* Adults Only” our newly remodeled hotel offers the ultimate in luxury for the modern and the most demanding guest, with elegant rooms in stylish surroundings. “Porto Platanias Beach – Luxury Selection 5* Adults Only” is located on the beach and within walking distance from the village of Platanias. “Porto Platanias Beach – Luxury Selection 5* Adults Only” offers a relaxing holiday atmosphere with its minimalist décor style and a unique blend of comfort. Several shops, bars, restaurants and the vibrant feeling of the Cretan Summer promise you will have great fun exploring the area. Platanias is the most suitable and convenient starting point of a lovely journey to flawless landscapes, white sandy beaches with an exotic look and feel, stunning nature in all its glory and thrilling historical-archaeological sights of Crete. The picturesque Chania town is only 9 km. The magnificent lighthouse and Venetian buildings are a must-visit. Do not miss the chance to enjoy a nice walk in the old town of Chania. Our motto is to provide our esteemed guests with a feeling of a cozy nest where you may forget all the daily stress and reach a complete relaxation and rest. The hotel consists of luxurious and modern double rooms, Serenity suites, Nest suites and suites with sea view and outdoor whirlpool, where even the smallest detail is well cared. Are you ready? Hotel facilities and services: Restaurants: Main restaurant with breathtaking view to the endless blue of the Cretan Sea for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The breakfast is served in buffet and it is composed from cold and hot appetizers, a large number of fresh salads, cheese, local and international specialties, and a very attractive fruit and a pastry buffet. For lunch and dinner, the restaurant has an a la carte menu with a variety of excellent Cretan specialties and international cuisine. Bars:The hotel has 1 Lobby Bar, and 1 Pool Bar Pools:Guest can enjoy 1 large pool with fresh water Wellness:The hotel has one Gym and a boutique spa with 2 treatment rooms, Byzantine hammam, vichy shower, experience shower, ice cave and a detox bar Internet Access:Internet available in all areas of the hotel In Porto Platanias, the alternative activities never stop. You may find variety of choices in our sister hotels “Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa” and “Porto Platanias Village Resort”, as Water Park, leisure activities, Sparkling Spa with indoor heated pool, events. We will be more than happy to welcome you.Show full description
Resort.Great views. The 5-star Panorama Hotel offers a beautiful swimming pool along with health and fitness facilities. It has a pool bar-restaurant enjoying panoramic views over Chania bay and Thodorou Island. Panorama rooms are tastefully decorated and feature sea or mountain views. They are air conditioned and equipped with a TV, minibar and mini fridge. All rooms have a balcony. Spa also is available. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage or visit the fully equipped fitness centre of the hotel. Symposium, the hotel’s main restaurant, serves breakfast and dinner overlooking the town of Chania. The Almyra bar-restaurant is the ideal setting for a drink or dinner by the pool. The vibrant town of Chania is 6 km away from Panorama. Chania Airport is within a 30-minute drive. Free private parking is available on site.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great location. Popular among women. Scala de Faro is located in the Chania Old Town in Chania Town, 100 metres from the Archaeological Museum of Chania. All rooms come with a TV. Certain units have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Enjoy a cup of coffee while looking out at the sea or mountain. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a shower or bath. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 16 km from the property.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Chania Town.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. The 5-star Asterion Suites & Spa - Designed for Adults is perfectly set on the sandy beach of Platanias, in Chania. It is located just 1 km from Maleme, 3 km from Platanias and 15 km from Chania. It offers spacious rooms, a pool-side restaurant with sea view and a spa centre. The Asterion features bright and airy rooms, boasting a private pool or swim-up access to a shared pool. Each has a seating area and spacious balcony with spectacular views. Facilities include free WiFi, a satellite TV, minibar and hairdryer. An international and Greek buffet breakfast is served daily at the hotel. For dinner, guests may choose between the gastronomic options of the main restaurant, the Matter, and the traditional Cretan dishes of the 35º. Restaurant located by the pool. Orion Spa features a sauna, a hot tub, massage, face and body treatments, manicure, pedicure and other beauty services. Guests can also request hairdresser’s services and use Akylas gym free of charge. Asterion Suites & Spa - Designed for Adults is 27 km from Chania Airport. The port of Souda is 16 km away. The Asterion offers free on-site parking. The hotel offers free of charge 2 yoga morning sessions and 1 yoga evening event every week plus a 15-min massage to all guests for Summer 2023.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most relaxing five-star hotels in Chania.
Resort. Located 250 metres away from the beach of Georgioupolis, this 5-star resort is set amidst a palm-tree garden, with a backdrop of the White Mountains. It features a large free-form pool with water slides. It has a buffet restaurant and offers rooms with free Wi-Fi access. The air-conditioned rooms and maisonettes at Georgioupolis Resort are spacious and enjoy views of the garden, the sea or the White Mountains from their balcony. Each has a seating area and comes with a satellite TV, safety box and refrigerator. Guests can enjoy drinks and cocktails at the main bar or have a light snack at the poolside bar. The buffet restaurant includes Cretan and international dishes. A variety of sports facilities are available in Georgioupolis Resort, such as a tennis court, a beach volleyball court and a fitness room. Animation programs are also organized throughout the day by the hotel’s professional team. The village of Georgioupolis is 3 km away, while the town of Rethymno is at 18 km. Private on-site parking is provided free of charge.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Built within 65,000 m² of gardens, Avra Imperial Hotel features a 1,500-m² pool area with a pool bar in the middle. The resort is 100 metres from Kolimvari Beach. The ultramodern guest rooms have a large bathroom with a tub and a shower, and are fitted with parquet floors. A flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels and free Wi-Fi are standard. Some rooms have a private or shared pool, or a spacious terrace with hot tub. The Avra Imperial Hotel offers 3 swimming pools, including a freshwater children’s pool. The spa offers 10 massage rooms and a beauty salon. A state-of-the-art gym, steam room, Finnish sauna and indoor pool are available. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at the main restaurant offering a pool-facing terrace. Guests can sample traditional Cretan, Italian and international dishes at the hotel’s 4 à la carte restaurants. Room service is available. The hotel is a 2-minute walk to the centre of Kolimvari and 23 km west of Chania. The hotel is 35 km from Chania International Airport. The famous Samaria gorge is a 40-minute drive (58 km).Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great value. Enjoying a magnificent beachfront location in Georgioupolis, Anemos Luxury Grand Resort offers 4 outdoor pools, one indoor heated pool and spa centre. Each room, bungalow and suite at Anemos Luxury Grand Resort is elegantly decorated and offers a private bathroom with a bath. Anemos Luxury Grand Resort offers a children's playground. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from Anemos Luxury Grand Resort. Some bungalows and suites boast a private swimming pool. Guests may enjoy authentic Mediterranean and Cretan cuisine at the 3 on-site restaurants, while guests can sip refreshing cocktails and beverages at the 4 bars. A variety of popular activities are available in the area around the property, including horse riding and cycling. Chania Town is 30 km from the hotel, while Balíon is 46 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Luxurious. Cosy rooms. Offering a pool with sun terrace and a snack bar, the beachfront Eliros Mare Beachfront Poem Hotel is located in Georgioupolis Village. It features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony or terrace. Free WiFi access is available in all areas. All rooms of Eliros come with a satellite TV and views to the garden, the pool or the Cretan Sea. Each has a marble bathroom with hairdryer. A minibar and a safety deposit box can be provided upon charge. Guests may enjoy light meals and refreshing beverages at the on-site snack bar. A restaurant and a supermarket for the general supplies can be reached within short walking distance. A bus stop is 50 metres away. The scenic Rethymno Town with its scenic Venetian harbour is at a distance of 22 km and Chania International Airport is 48 km away.Show full description
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