Book Chania hotels

The only thing better than soaking up the sun and sipping wine on the shores of Australia is soaking up the sun and sipping wine somewhere else—like Chania! It’s located on Crete, Greece’s largest island, and everyone from the Minoans to the Turks have tried to claim this breezy place as their own. You might as well too–so book your Chania hotel today.

Things to Do in Chania

When you’re as old as Crete, you’ve seen some stuff. And if you want to try to wrap your brain around its history (starting with the Minoans in 2700 BC), nothing says “Hooray history!” like rolling over some ruins on a Segway in the Old Town, and getting a crash course in Venetian, Turkish, traditional and modern architecture.

When it’s all Greek to you (because it is!), swing by the Mercato Agora di Chania to nab souvenirs like donkey tea towels for your friends and fuel up with some fresh seafood. You’ll need it before heading to the beaches for the afternoon. Chania hotels are (almost!) as numerous as the Greek isles and near heaps of beaches—over 40, to be exact. We know, we know…how do you choose from over 40 beaches? “Blue Flag” beaches are your best bet for all things scuba, sailing and swimming.

For a night out on the town, roll back to the Topanas district in the Old Town for the restaurants, shops and bars. The charming narrow alleys will help keep you upright as you wobble back to your Chania accommodation.

Getting To & Around Chania

Chania International Airport (CHQ) is a mere 14km away from the city centre. Your chariots, in the form of busses and taxis, are readily available to get your Chania holidays started. Feel like extending your annual leave? Complete your Greek isle adventure amongst iconic blue domes and white-washed buildings with a lastminute.co.nz Santorini accommodation deal.

What are you waiting for? Get off your bum and get to the beach to lounge with your fellow cretins…er, Cretans!