Crete > Chania > What to see > Cafe bars
The tourists usually prefer to have a coffee in the old town''s harbour during the evening, in one of the numerous cafes and restaurants around the waterfront with lovely views. The Greeks (locals and tourists) usually gather in Koum Kapi during the evening or the first hours of the night for a coffee or a first drink.
Thema (Koum Kapi centre)
It looks like an English pub however it is organised according to Greek standards. Coffee is served outside on the tables with great sea views and on the main bar. During the late hours the cafe converts to bar with RnB's and Greek Pop music.
Il Nostro (Koum Kapi, near the end)
It is a hot coffee-bar which gathers youngs from the early evening hours. It is a must for a first drink.
Synagogi Bar (Old Town, centre)
It is housed in a roofless Venetian building that was once a synagogue. It is one of the best small bars of the Chania old town, preffered by many locals. Quiet even in the busy days with light music, it has a unique romantic atmosphere. The stone and wooden interior is gorgeous.
Fortezza (Old Town, next to the Lighthouse)
It is built on the opposite side of the harbour, next to the Lighthouse. We can go there by boat (free barge croosing the harbour). This cafe, bar and restaurant is an excellent palce for a sunset drink.
Fagoto (Old Town, near the castle of Firkas)
It is the oldest bar of Chania. Fagoto has a small but atmospheric space in a Venetian building. It is played jazz and rock music in light tones with fine decoration.
Street (Venetian Harbour, near the main square with the fountain)
It was one of the first rock bars in Chania, today it plays also techno and house music. It is located near the main square of the Venetian harbour.
Dio Lux (Old Town, between the Venetian harbour and Koum Kapi)
The Dio Lux serves the best coffee in Chania and twenty different types of tea. It is one of the most favourite hang-outs of the youngs.
Nykterida (Korakies, on the airport road, 2821064215)
If you want to lash out this is reputedly the best in Chania with Churchill, Anthony Quinn, Melina Mercouri and Andreas Papandreou to have been some of its famous visitors. It is located in the quieter eastern part of the Venetian harbour and it serves fish and Cretan dishes. There is also a good wine list and a view over the harbour.
Splendid (Platanias centre)
It is a very famous cafe-bar since every evening and night here are gathered hundreds of tourists from all over the world to entertain.
Tropicano (Platanias centre)
It is located next to the cafe-bar Splendid. Every evening and night here are gathered hundreds of tourists from all over the world to entertain.
Galasia Thea (Falassarna, 2822041421, home-cooked dishes)
Galasia Thea is located on the top of the cliff in Falassarna with great views on the beach and the sea. It is an ideal place for coffee and home-cooked dishes.
Milos tou Tzerani (Kolymbari, snacks-mezedes, 2824022210)
It is a cafe-bar on the edge of the sea and it is a fine place for a coffee or an evening drink. There are offered also snacks and mezedes.
Lotos (Sougia, snacks-coffee, internet facility)
It is possibly the best cafe in Sougia for a coffee or snack on the waterfront with nice views on the Libyan Sea.
Holiday Rentals We Suggest
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Lucia Hotel in Chania Town, Chania
Lucia Hotel is located in the lovely waterfront of the picturesque Venetian Old Town of Chania. The guests enjoy great views of the venetian harbour and the lighthouse from the interior and the balconies of the rooms.
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Melina Guesthouse in Chania Town, Chania
Melina Guesthouse is a recently renovated Turkish home, located on the hill of Kastelli, just a a short stroll from the Venetian harbor, from the Naval Museum and the Central Market offering a memorable stay.
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Padora Suites in Chania Town, Chania
Padora Suites are located in the wonderful, picturesque venetian Old Town of Chania, just one-minute walk away from the central square of the harbour. The luxury two and four bedroom suites can serve up to four people each.
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Elena Apartments in Chania Town, Chania
Elena Apartments offers spacious 1-bedroom apartments furnished with quality and comfort in mind in front of the sandy beach of Nea Chora in Chania. Each apartment can accommodate up to 4 guests.
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Villa Venezia in Chania Town, Chania
Villa Venezia is located in the waterfront of the picturesque Venetian Old Town of Chania. The stunning views and the feeling of living on the waterfront (in a fully furnished venetian building) make the experience of living in villa Venezia unique.
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Porto Del Colombo in Chania Town, Chania
Porto Del Colombo is a historical first class hotel in Chania old town, elegant and full of charm, with interiors featuring attention to every detail and providing impeccable service that centers entirely on ensuring that its guests feel right at home.
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Nostos Hotel in Chania Town, Chania
Nostos Hotel is located in one of the most prestigious positions in Chania, just a few steps from the picturesque Venetian harbour, with panoramic views of the old town and the magnificent lighthouse.
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Odos Oneiron Suites in Chania Town, Chania
Odos Oneiron is a small traditional hotel, located in one of the most magnificent historical districts, only a few steps from the venetian harbour and the town of Chania.
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Arkadi Hotel in Chania Town, Chania
The 3-star Arkadi hotel is located in the centre of Chania, on 1866 square. The Old Town, the Venetian port and many other places of interest can be reached within walking distance, making the hotel ideal for both leisure and business travellers.
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Neli Studios in Chania Town, Chania
Neli Studios are set in four restored Venetian buildings dating from 1840, amongst the pretty cobble lanes of Mitropoleos Square, in the centre of the old Venetian quarter of the picturesque Chania old town.
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Hotel Eva Chania in Chania Town, Chania
Hotel Eva is located in the picturesque quarters of the Old Town of Chania in a quiet pedestrian street. It is a 600-year-old stone building house, which has recently been renovated with respect to history.
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Irida Hotel in Chania Town, Chania
The modern 3-star Irida Hotel is located in one of the most beautiful areas of Chania with magnificent views to the sea and the old town. The Irida Hotel was completely renovated in 2005 and offers comfortable accommodation for pleasant stay.
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Elena Beach Hotel in Chania Town, Chania
Elena Beach Hotel is a traditional hotel, situated on the sandy beachfront of Nea Chora, with glorious views from all the rooms of the sea. It is located only 700 meters from the beautiful Venetian town of Chania.
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Amphitriti Hotel in Chania Town, Chania New!
The beautiful Amphitriti Hotel is perfectly located right in the heart of the Old Town, built on the wall of the Venetian Harbour in Chania, offering maginficent views of the Lighthouse and the old town.
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Oasis Guesthouse in Chania Town, Chania New!
The friendly Oasis Guesthouse is a family-run hotel, located in a greenery area surrounded by palm, orange and mandarin trees, in Perivolia, about 2.5 km from the center of Chania town and 3 km from the nearest sandy beach.
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Villa Andromeda in Chania Town, Chania New!
Villa Andromeda is a beautiful neo-classical mansion, built in 1870, which has been carefully restored and now offers 8 elegant Suites, perfectly located in Halepa District, just a short walk (10 minutes) away from the center of Chania.
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Kriti in Chania Town, Chania New!
Kriti Hotel is a lovely 3-star hotel, centrally located in the heart of Chania town and approximately 1800m away from the sandy beach of Nea Chora.
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Mili House in Chania Town, Chania New!
Mili House is a totaly renovated old Venetian house, built in three different levels, located in the picturesque area of the Old Harbour of Chania Town, about 1 km away from the nearest sandy beach. The house can accommodate up to 4 guests.
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Hera Hotel Studios in Chania Town, Chania
Hera Hotel Studios is a small traditional Hotel, located in one of the most prestigious positions in Chania, just a few steps from old town’s square, looking out over the venetian harbour and the light house.
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Belmondo Hotel in Chania Town, Chania
The historical Belmondo Hotel is situated in the picturesque Old Town, in the heart of Chania town. It is a lovely hotel of first class in a traditional restored Venetian mansion with a unique character and a distinctive personality.
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Fatma Boutique Hotel in Chania Town, Chania New!
Fatma Boutique Hotel is a marvellous 4-star hotel, centrally placed in the picturesque Venetian Harbour of Chania. The renovated building is perfectly designed, offering a wonderful combination of Venetian and Ottom architecture with luxury and elegance.
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Ariagni Guesthouse in Chania Town, Chania
Ariagni Guesthouse is a recently renovated Turkish home into Guesthouse, nicely decorated in earthy colors with fine antiques and ornaments. It is centrally located in Splantzia, in Chania town, offering easy access to many shops, cafes and restaurants.
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Kores Boutique Houses in Chania Town, Chania
Kores Boutique Houses is a multi-storey medieval building which offers two independent, totally renovated and tastefully decorated residences, placed in the romantic area of the Venetian Harbour of Chania Town.

