Crete (Chania Area)

Crete (Chania Area) holidays

Welcome to the Chania region on the western side of Crete, where it’s easy to spend your holiday hopping between old harbours, emerald-green gorges and lovely lakes. Add to that a whole host of history to unearth, plus a menu of Blue Flag beaches to work your way through, and you’ll find this picturesque part of Crete has every type of holidaymaker covered. Flagship spot, Chania Town, is about as charming as they come, so make sure a visit to this Venetian-flavoured gem is top of your list.

Crete holiday resorts

Did you know?

We also fly to the Heraklion Area over towards the east of Crete! Here you’ll find classic resorts like go-slow Gouves, elegant Elounda and party-mad Malia doing Greek beach holidays to a tee.

Have a look at Heraklion holidays

Euphoria Resort

Kolymbari, Crete (Chania Area)

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Based on 1087 reviews

On-site splash park
Swim-up rooms available
Range of bars and restaurants
Close to the beach
Certified Sustainable Hotel

Iolida Beach Hotel

Aghia Marina – Chania, Crete (Chania Area)

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Based on 636 reviews

Close to the beach
Relaxing atmosphere
Spacious rooms

Giannoulis Grand Bay Beach Resort

Kolymbari, Crete (Chania Area)

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Based on 1208 reviews

Adults only
Great for Relaxation
Lovely pool area with sea views
Close to the resort centre
Certified Sustainable Hotel

Atlantica Ocean Beach Resort

Maleme, Crete (Chania Area)

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Based on 2906 reviews

Beachfront location
On-site waterpark
Perfect for all ages
Range of facilities

Domes Zeen Chania a Luxury Collection Resort

Chania Town, Crete (Chania Area)

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Based on 367 reviews

Perfect for families
Stunning beachfront setting
A relaxed ambience
Spacious rooms
Certified Sustainable Hotel

Porto Platanias Village Resort

Platanias - Chania , Crete (Chania Area)

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Based on 394 reviews

All Inclusive
Fantastic central location
Close to the beach
Waterpark
Certified Sustainable Hotel

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Language

Greek

Currency

Euro (€)

Time difference

+2hrs

Local beer

£3.40

Three-course meal for two

£42.00

Average flight time

4 hrs

This charming town

Chania Town is a must-visit in this part of the island. Life buzzes around the ancient harbour and its pastel-coloured cafés, so spend some time here eyeing up the chalkboard specials. But don’t miss a walk around the cobbled streets behind, where you can try a Turkish hammam or pick up some produce from the indoor market.

Dreamy beaches

One thing that isn’t in short supply in Western Crete is top-notch beaches. First up is the baby-pink patch of Elafonissi – make sure you have your cameras ready for that one. And there’s the legendary Balos Beach. How do ice-white sand and turquoise sea sound? Windsurfers – windswept Falassarna is the spot for you.

Back to nature

Take a hike among the wild flowers, monasteries and goats of Samaria Gorge. It’s a serious trek, so be prepared to tough it out if you want to reap the scenic rewards. Castles, caves and forests are in plentiful supply on Crete's west coast, so adventure’s always around the corner. And the beautiful Lake Kournas has swim stop and photo op written all over it.