Best Hotels and Places to Stay in Platanias
Our Selection of Best Hotels in Platanias
In Platanias village, the accommodation options cater to every preference, ranging from luxury holiday villas with private pools to charming traditional stays. Many of these villas are nestled within the village’s inland areas, where guests can enjoy spectacular views that sweep from the majestic mountains down to the glistening sea. These private retreats promise both serenity and exclusivity, ensuring a memorable stay in the heart of Crete. Whether you’re seeking the opulence of modern amenities or the quaint charm of Cretan architecture, Platanias has the perfect spot for your getaway. For a detailed selection tailored to your needs, see below the list of accommodations in Platanias village.
- 9.2 / 10
- 238 Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion
Set in Plataniás, 200 metres from Platanias Beach, Elia Platanias offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a concierge service and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.
At the hotel the rooms come with air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Elia Platanias features some units that feature a patio, and all rooms have a coffee machine. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
A continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available every morning at the property.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Agia Marina Beach, Platanias Square and Agios Dimitrios Church. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from Elia Platanias.
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€123
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- 180 m
- 8 / 10
- Platanias
Hotel Castle Suites has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and restaurant in Plataniás. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers an ATM, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a stovetop, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At Hotel Castle Suites all rooms have bed linen and towels.
A continental breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation.
Hotel Castle Suites offers a children’s playground.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Platanias Beach, Gerani Beach and Agia Marina Beach. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from Hotel Castle Suites.
- 600 m
- 8.6 / 10
- Platanias
Sunrise Village Hotel is situated 550 from the sandy beach of Platanias, only 12 km from Chania on the highway to Kastelli. Free WiFi is provided throughout.
From comfortable studios to spacious maisonettes, Sunrise Village Hotel’s accommodation is thoughtfully appointed.
Along with free internet access and a tasteful and modern décor, each of the hotel’s rooms has plenty of space and includes kitchenette facilities. All rooms have balconies with sea view, air conditioning and cable TV, and a sitting area.
Sunrise Village Hotel’s facilities include an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar, a restaurant and a bar. Pool and beach towels can be provided at an extra charge.
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€155
/night
- 670 m
- 8.6 / 10
- Agia Marina
Just a few minutes’ walk from Agia Marina Beach, Oscar Suites is set amidst flowery gardens and includes 2 swimming pools, an Italian bar-restaurant and a fitness room. It offers studios and apartments with free Wi-Fi and private balcony.
Studios and apartments at Oscar are decorated in colourful tones and equipped with blackout curtains, air conditioning and hidden spotlights. Fitted with Cocomat mattresses, they all include a well-equipped kitchenette, wardrobe and a seating area with flat-screen TV. A hairdryer can be found in the modern bathroom.
The Valentino Pasta & Grill restaurant serves Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner, while cocktails, snacks and ice creams can be enjoyed at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfast is prepared in the morning.
Oscar is 9 km away from the picturesque town of Chania and 20 km from Souda International Airport. The hotel’s staff can make arrangements for car rentals and free private parking is provided on site.
- 750 m
- 8.6 / 10
- Platanias
Located in Plataniás, 400 metres from Platanias Beach, Erato Hotel Adults Only provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a toaster, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room comes with a kettle, while selected rooms have a terrace and others also provide guests with sea views. At Erato Hotel Adults Only every room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
Buffet and continental breakfast options are available daily at the accommodation.
Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling.
Popular points of interest near Erato Hotel Adults Only include Agia Marina Beach, Platanias Square and Agios Dimitrios Church. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 25 km from the hotel.
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€85
/night
- 780 m
- 9 / 10
- 249 Agias Marinas
Situated on the beach of Agia Marina, 9 km from Chania, adults-only Thalassa Beach Resort offers a spa and a sea-facing pool. Its stylish rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning sea, garden or inland views.
The elegant rooms are fitted with parquet floors and climate control. In-room media includes a satellite TV. Bathrooms come with a bathtub, body care products, hairdryer and magnifying mirror. Rooms include a full-length mirror.
Fine dining is proposed at the a la carte main restaurant. A lighter fare is available at the snack bar, while the beach tavern serves Greek meze. Private dining on the beach can be arranged.
Massage rooms and indoor pool are featured in the hotel spa.
Just 1 km off the National Road, Thalassa Beach Resort is 25 km from Chania Airport and 15 km from Souda Port. A small underground parking is provided on site.
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€154
/night
- 910 m
What to Know Before Visiting Platanias
Situated 11km to the west of Chania on Crete’s coast, Platanias Village has grown extensively, now serving as a bustling suburb of the city. Perched atop a hill, the village affords breathtaking views of the sea. Perfect for seaside holidaymakers, Platanias boasts one of Crete’s longest beaches, stretching 7 km along the coast.
While Platanias can be lively and bustling, especially compared to quieter parts of Crete, it guarantees an entertaining stay. The vibrant nightlife pulses with energy as locals and tourists alike revel until dawn, with a plethora of bars, restaurants, and a sprawling sandy beach defining this popular tourist hotspot.
In Platanias, you’re never far from what you might seek on a vacation. The village offers an array of shops selling everything from chic clothing and home decor to artwork and ceramics.
For relaxation, indulge in beauty treatments like massages or fish spas.
The culinary scene is just as diverse, with cafes, restaurants, taverns, and quick bites readily available. And for those who relish a good party, the beach and pool bars host lively events and parties daily, ensuring there’s never a dull moment in Platanias.
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Best Villas in Platanias
- 8.3 / 10
- 61 Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion
Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Alectrona Luxury Living VILLA ACRO is located in Plataniás. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
The 2-bedroom villa comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa.
Guests can enjoy the pool with a view at the villa.
Popular points of interest near Alectrona Luxury Living VILLA ACRO include Agia Marina Beach, Platanias Beach and Platanias Square. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.
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€295
/night
- 110 m
- 10 / 10
- Platanias entire building
Located in Chania Town and only 200 metres from Platanias Beach, Villa Elora Platanias provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With pool views, this accommodation features a terrace and a swimming pool.
This villa is equipped with 4 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 4 bathrooms equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa.
Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Popular points of interest near the villa include Agia Marina Beach, Platanias Square and Agios Dimitrios Church. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from Villa Elora Platanias.
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€65
/night
- 110 m
- 9.7 / 10
- Platanias
Cretan Soul is a property with a private pool, situated in Plataniás, within just 1.9 km of Gerani Beach and 200 metres of Agios Dimitrios Church. The villa is 400 metres from Platanias Square.
The air-conditioned villa is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is available.
Cretan Soul features a terrace.
The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 21 km from the accommodation.
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€155
/night
- 170 m
- 10 / 10
- Platanias Chania
Set in Plataniás, 800 metres from Platanias Beach and less than 1 km from Agia Marina Beach, San Pietro Villa offers a shared lounge and air conditioning. This villa has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The villa with a terrace and sea views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa.
A car rental service is available at the villa.
Gerani Beach is 2.4 km from San Pietro Villa, while Platanias Square is 400 metres away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.
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€248
/night
- 210 m
- Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion
Boasting mountain views, Platanias Beachfront Villa Elsa-90m To Main Square offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around a few steps from Platanias Beach. It has a garden, a terrace, sea views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The villa has 3 bedrooms, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are offered in the villa.
Popular points of interest near the villa include Agia Marina Beach, Platanias Square and Agios Dimitrios Church. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from Platanias Beachfront Villa Elsa-90m To Main Square.
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€438
/night
- 230 m
- 10 / 10
- Platanias
Situated in Plataniás, 700 metres from Platanias Beach and less than 1 km from Agia Marina Beach, Panorama sea view villa ‘SUPERB’ offers air conditioning. This villa features a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The villa with a balcony and sea views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the villa.
A car rental service is available at the villa.
Gerani Beach is 2.5 km from Panorama sea view villa ‘SUPERB’, while Platanias Square is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International, 24 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€185
/night
- 260 m
Best Apartments in Platanias
- 61 Παλαιά Εθνική Οδός Κισσάμου Χανίων
Featuring city views, Alectrona Luxury Living Olīvea provides accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 700 metres from Agia Marina Beach. It has pool with a view, garden views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The apartment with a terrace and mountain views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include Platanias Beach, Platanias Square and Agios Dimitrios Church. The nearest airport is Chania International, 24 km from Alectrona Luxury Living Olīvea, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€165
/night
- 110 m
- Αγίου Δημητρίου
Located 500 metres from Platanias Beach and 700 metres from Agia Marina Beach, Studios Rika in Plataniás provides air-conditioned accommodation with views of the quiet street and free WiFi.
Each unit comes with a terrace offering mountain views, a satellite flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Gerani Beach is 2.3 km from the apartment, while Platanias Square is 300 metres away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from Studios Rika.
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€84
/night
- 140 m
- 9.1 / 10
- Platanias
Just 50 metres from the nearest beach, Evangelos Apartments is a self-catering accommodation located in Platanias Village. Free WiFi access is available throughout. The property is 300 metres from Agios Dimitrios Church and 150 metres from Platanias Square.
Opening to a balcony with garden views, the apartments will provide you with a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. There is also a kitchenette with a refrigerator and cooking hobs. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
Mini markets, cafes and tavernas are 100 metres away. The property offers free parking, along with grocery delivery services. Chania Town is 10 km away.
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€68
/night
- 180 m
- 9.2 / 10
- Platanias
Linda Apartments Platanias has city views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Plataniás, 70 metres from Platanias Beach.
Fitted with a balcony, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and slippers. A fridge and kettle are also available.
A car rental service is available at the apartment.
Popular points of interest near Linda Apartments Platanias include Agia Marina Beach, Platanias Square and Agios Dimitrios Church. The nearest airport is Chania International, 24 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€53
/night
- 190 m
- 9.5 / 10
- Ano Platanias
Boasting an outdoor pool, Esthisis Suites Chania is located in the holiday resort of Platanias. The nearest sandy beach is just 300 metres away.
Each bright-coloured and spacious suite at Esthisis Suites Chania is air conditioned and has a separate living room with LCD TV and a fully equipped kitchen with dining area. It has a private balcony with view to the crystal clear blue sea, the pool and the village.
The cosmopolitan Chania Town is 10 km away. Esthisis is 16 km away from Chania port and 25 km from Souda Airport. The bus stop and taxi terminals are only 150 metres away.
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€83
/night
- 240 m
- 9.6 / 10
- Ano Platanias
Set 450 metres from Platanias Square, Blue Suite by Cosmos is an partment that has a fully equipped kitchen.
The apartment includes 2 bedrooms and a living room with a flat-screen TV. The air-conditioned apartment also provides a seating area and 2 bathrooms with a bath.
Agios Dimitrios Church is less than 1 km from the apartment. Chania International Airport is 25 km away.
- 240 m
Best Holiday homes in Platanias
- 9.4 / 10
- Ethnikis Antistaseos 380
Featuring garden views, Aenaon Seaview Villa provides accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 400 metres from Platanias Beach. It has barbecue facilities, mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The holiday home with a terrace and sea views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.
A a baby safety gate is also available for guests at the holiday home.
Popular points of interest near Aenaon Seaview Villa include Agia Marina Beach, Platanias Square and Agios Dimitrios Church. The nearest airport is Chania International, 24 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€715
/night
- 100 m
- 9.3 / 10
- Κ.Αγγελάκη
Boasting mountain views, La Casa Di Manou features accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 500 metres from Platanias Beach. It has a terrace, sea views and free WiFithroughout the property.
This holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home.
At the holiday home guests are welcome to take advantage of beauty services. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, hiking and walking tours are possible in the surroundings.
Popular points of interest near La Casa Di Manou include Agia Marina Beach, Agios Dimitrios Church and Platanias Square. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.
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€89
/night
- 140 m
- 10 / 10
- Platanias - Chanion
Located in Plataniás, 300 metres from Platanias Beach and less than 1 km from Agia Marina Beach, Elisavet’s House offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home.
The holiday home can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area.
Gerani Beach is 2 km from Elisavet’s House, while Platanias Square is 300 metres away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.
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€132
/night
- 200 m
- 9.1 / 10
- Platanias
Perched on a hill, The Hillside Home is located in Platanias village. It offers self-catering accommodation overlooking the Cretan Sea and the mountains from its balcony. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.
The Hillside Home will provide you with a flat-screen, satellite TV and air conditioning. There is a fully equipped kitchen and a separate dining area. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer.
At The Hillside Home you will find a garden. The property provides daily to guests a basket with freshly baked goodies.
The scenic town of Chania is 12 km away, while Chania Airport lies within 18 km. The property offers free parking.
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€98
/night
- 270 m
- 8.7 / 10
- 255 Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion
Set in Plataniás, within 100 metres of the beach, Two Bedroom Holiday House is an accommodation offering sea views. The property has mountain views.
This air-conditioned holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a cable flat-screen TV, a dining area, a kitchen with an oven, and a living room.
The holiday home offers a barbecue. Guests at this property can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Platanias Square is 400 metres from Two Bedroom Holiday House. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 25 km from the accommodation.
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€55
/night
- 350 m
- 8.7 / 10
- Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion
Featuring garden views, Platanias House on the Beach offers accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 100 metres from Agia Marina Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi.
The holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Popular points of interest near the holiday home include Platanias Beach, Platanias Square and Agios Dimitrios Church. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 23 km from Platanias House on the Beach.
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€125
/night
- 660 m
Experiences near Platanias
FAQ
Where is Platanias Village located?
Platanias Village is located 11km west of Chania, Crete.
What is the landscape like in Platanias Village?
The village is built on a hill offering fantastic sea views and is known for its long beaches.
Is Platanias Village suitable for a quiet holiday?
Platanias is vibrant and may seem noisy, especially in summer, but it offers a lively atmosphere and is not ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat.
What type of dining options are available in Platanias Village?
A variety of cafes, restaurants, taverns, and fast food points are available.
Are there beach bars in Platanias Village?
Yes, there are all-day beach bars and pool bars that often organize events and parties.
What type of accommodations is available in Platanias Village?
There are various holiday villas with private pools, both luxury and traditional, available for rent.
Will I need transportation within Platanias Village?
If staying in the inner land, a car may be needed to reach the center and beach, typically a 2-5 minute drive.
Are there facilities by the beach in Platanias?
Yes, Platanias beach is well-organized with facilities like sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, canteens, and offers water sports activities.
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