Cretan Renaissance
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Why people book this hotel
“Beautiful view of the harbour from our lovely, big room”
“Very comfortable bed”
“Wonderful receptionist, Carina, so helpful”
“Extremely friendly, helpful and attentive staff and owner”
“Breakfast was in the restaurant below and was great (and had a couple of GF opti…”
“Breakfast was included and the yogurt bowl was absolutely delicious”
“Best location in Chania,restaurant is THE BEST, Very clean location,owners are s…”
“Very centrally located - we parked our hire car at the free East Moat Theatre pa…”
“Room was very clean and comfortable”
“The Harbour area in general was very clean and tidy”
Overview
Cretan Renaissance is hosted in a Venetian manor house, characterized by the Ephorate of Byzantium Antiquities and UNESCO as a historical monument to be preserved. The unique placement of Cretan Renaissance offers to visitors a panoramic view of the old port, of the breakwater and Lighthouse of Chania. It boasts uniquely decorated rooms and suites with free WiFi. Traditional Cretan breakfast is served. Fitted with well-chosen furnishings and Cocomat mattresses and pillows, all air-conditioned units include a flat-screen TV with cable channels. All units include a seating area where you can relax. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while looking out at the sea or garden. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom, while some come with a spa bath. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Firkas Fortress is 200 metres from Cretan Renaissance, while Archaeological Museum of Chania is 300 metres away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 11 km from the property.
Traveller reviews
Ionut
solo_traveller
June 8, 2026
Best location in Chania,restaurant is THE BEST, Very clean location,owners are so nice and helpful. Also very close to the beach. Definitely will return here.
Deborah
couple
May 15, 2026
“Lovely family-run hotel with friendly staff. Amazing view of the harbour from the room.”
Beautiful view of the harbour from our lovely, big room. Wonderful receptionist, Carina, so helpful. genuine and smiley.
Paul
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
Lovely harbour views from the cafe. Very centrally located - we parked our hire car at the free East Moat Theatre parking, about 10 min walk away through the old town. Room was very clean and comfortable. Spa bath was an extra luxury.
Hannah
couple
May 2, 2026
“Stunning hotel in perfect location 😊”
Really stunning hotel, amazing views of the harbour and really nicely decorated. Very comfortable bed. Extremely friendly, helpful and attentive staff and owner. Breakfast was in the restaurant below and was great (and had a couple of GF options)
Mary
couple
January 19, 2026
“Wonderful stay - would definitely recommend as a great place to stay when visiting Chania”
Loved the location overlooking the harbour in the old town - with everything just a few steps away. Helena on reception was so friendly and always happy to advise on activities/ destinations. Breakfast was included and the yogurt bowl was absolutely delicious.
Peter
couple
January 19, 2026
“Enjoyed it all and hope to return again next year”
Everything - closeness of room to the Harbour and the view from the room window. Busy location but good sound proofing in the room. The Harbour area in general was very clean and tidy. Chef adapted to our Breakfast requirements due to one fussy eater. Staff friendly and helpful, with knowledge of the area and locations of interest.
Elizabeth
couple
October 30, 2025
“Perfect Stay, Comfortable and brilliantly looked after.”
Warm and friendly welcome, delightful family who own the hotel. The mother bakes delicious special treats when she is on duty Well equipped room with tasty snacks and drinks and comfy bed. Good double glazing shuts out noise from the busy harbour area. Perfect balcony to perch on and watch all the comings and goings of the lively harbour area. Perfect location for enjoying the old town of Chania. Excellent restaurant at the hotel with enormous breakfasts of delicious local produce. Very friendly staff who were very helpful and told us about a local parade which we thoroughly enjoyed.
Papadaki
couple
October 28, 2025
“Cute old harbor boutique hotel”
Very clean rooms . The breakfast in Arismari is perfect!
Anne-Marie
couple
October 18, 2025
“Luxury stay on Chania harbour”
Excellent location, great staff, very good breakfast, superb huge room, nice spa bath, spectacular view over the harbour
Richard
couple
October 17, 2025
Lovely room overlooking the Venetian harbour.
Robert
couple
October 14, 2025
“Wonderful hotel sitting on the port in Chania old town.”
This was our first time in Crete, made even more enjoyable by staying at the Cretan Renaissance. The location - sitting above the Chania harbour; the staff - always so helpful & pleasant; the room - good sized (we chose the one with the balcony) and everything about Chania was great. Some good restaurants away from the tourist hot spots; the beach is about 15 minute stroll and the shopping (jewellery & leather goods in particular) is very good. Favourite jewellery stores were Midas, Armand and Mitos. Semiramis was our go-to restaurant, but the Cretan Renaissance restaurant - Arismari (where breakfast is served for guests) was also very good. Happy to recommend Cretan Renaissance and we’d happily return for 3-5 days.
Kolbrún
couple
October 13, 2025
A wonderful and small hotel located by the harbour with amazing view from our room. This hotel is beautifully decorated in romantic homely style. The owner himself works there among other staff and all of them were so friendly and kind. The restaurant in the front of the hotel serve amazing food with excellent service.
Andrew
couple
October 12, 2025
“Absolutely perfect for us!”
Perfect spot on the harbour and above their classy restaurant Arismari, we had the balcony room which was perfect in the evenings, with a beautiful view from inside and outside. Beautiful breakfasts, friendly staff and owners, we loved our 6 nights in Chania with the old town alleys, boutique shops and restaurants all around, but also very quiet at night. Restaurant played the most beautiful relaxing soft music in the evenings to make the vibe even more special!
Sebastian
couple
October 11, 2025
“If you are in Chania for 2 or 3 days, this is the perfect spot to stay.”
Perfect location, in the heart of Chania Venetian Harbor
Chris
couple
October 6, 2025
“We had a fantastic stay at this property!!!”
Close to the hub of activity, unique rooms, bath, spacious
Sharon Haydn
couple
October 2, 2025
“Beautiful Venetian style hotel”
Super location directly on the harbour with fantastic views across the harbour and out to sea. The double glazing was very efficient and there was no noise from the busy walkway below. Elena on Reception was super friendly and helpful in every respect and made us feel very welcome Our room was huge, very clean and the bed was extremely comfortable. Welcome bottle of wine, savoury nibbles and chocolate wafers plus complimentary water were all in the room on arrival On leaving Elena presented us with another gift of olive oil soap and body lotion in a pretty net bag We had dinner at the restaurant below the hotel and the food was superb - definitely a cut above! The breakfasts there were also delicious with plenty of choice.
Guest
couple
October 1, 2025
“Wonderful stay - would definitely recommend as a great place to stay when visiting Chania”
Loved the location overlooking the harbour in the old town - with everything just a few steps away. Helena on reception was so friendly and always happy to advise on activities/ destinations. Breakfast was included and the yogurt bowl was absolutely delicious.
Mark
couple
September 28, 2025
“An amazing week in an amazing location, we will be back!”
The location was amazing, right on the harbour side. Beautiful boutique style room which was beautifully cleaned every day. The staff were lovely, helpful and could not do enough for us. It’s a family run business and the team take great pride in guest satisfaction. We also benefited from a discount on food at the neighbouring restaurant, which offered super breakfast and dinner options.
Pat
couple
September 18, 2025
“Stunning property and location. Excellent hosts. Highly recommend!”
Huge luxurious room and bathroom looking over the wonderful Chania harbour. Hosts could not have been more helpful. We had to leave early on both mornings so were given a fantastic packed lunch instead. Would highly recommend!
Zach
couple
September 8, 2025
Charming renaissance aesthetic offering large, comfortable rooms. The hotel is very well located in the center of Chania with great views of the harbor. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast is very good and the room comes with nice gifts.
Facilities
Activities
Diving, Walking tours, Bike tours, Cooking class
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Parking
Street parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key card access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Express check-in/check-out, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Room service, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View and Balcony (Aretousa)
Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which features a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior Suite with Sea View (Erophele)
This double room offers a hot tub. Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The double room's kitchenette, which features a refrigerator and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views.
Suite with Spa Bath
This suite features a hot tub and a fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features a kitchenette, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The kitchenette has a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. This suite has soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with cable channels, inner courtyard views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed. This suite has internal stairs.
Superior Suite with Sea View (Dolchetta)
The hot tub is a top feature of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comes with a kitchenette, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. A kitchenette fitted with a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker is available for cooking and storing food. This suite has soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with cable channels, sea views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
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