Danaos Hotel, Chania (Crete)

Danaos Hotel - A family-run beachfront hotel with sea-view balconies and proximity to Nea Chora’s market

Danaos Hotel, a 2-star family-run property, sits directly on the seafront in Nea Chora, 1 km from Chania’s Venetian port. Rooms include city-view and sea-view options, some with private balconies, refrigerators, and free Wi-Fi. A continental breakfast is served in Danaos' breakfast room, while nearby restaurants like Pelagias Taverna and Me Nou & Krasi offer local dining. The beachfront location provides snorkeling opportunities near rocky reefs, with sunbed rentals available in front of the hotel. Nea Chora’s open-air market operates weekly, and the Venetian Lighthouse is a 15-minute walk away. The hotel is 16 km from Chania International Airport, with city buses stopping nearby for easy access to central landmarks like the Municipal Market and Maritime Museum of Crete.

Pros

Direct beachfront location with snorkeling-friendly reefs and lifeguard supervision.

Multiple room configurations, including sea-view balconies and family-friendly quadruple rooms.

Proximity to Nea Chora’s vibrant market and local taverns.

Complimentary Wi-Fi and airport transportation services.

Cons

No on-site spa or fitness facilities.

Some rooms lack balconies and face city views.