IONAS BOUTIQUE HOTEL, Chania (Crete)
About the Hotel
Ionas Boutique Hotel - A historic retreat in Chania Old Town with hydro-massage showers and Venetian-Ottoman architecture
Centrally located in the quiet neighborhood of Platia Rouga, Ionas Boutique Hotel occupies a carefully restored 16th-century building featuring Venetian stone archways and Ottoman design elements. The 3-star property offers nine rooms, including ground-floor wheelchair-accessible doubles with cobbled alley views, balcony rooms with handmade wooden furniture, and suites with hydromassage showers or spa baths. Guests at Ionas Hotel can walk to the Old Venetian Harbor (1 km), Agia Irini Church (adjacent), and Santa Maria della Misericordia monastery, with the Nautical Museum of Crete and Municipal Art Gallery within 0.5-1 km. All rooms include air conditioning, soundproofing, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, while some feature fireplaces or garden-facing terraces.
Pros
The 1538 Venetian-Ottoman building retains original stone walls and ironwood staircases.
Hydromassage showers and spa baths available in select rooms.
Ground-floor wheelchair-accessible room opens to a historic cobbled alley.
Located 300m from Cathedral of Eisodion tis Theotokou in a quiet pedestrian zone.
Multiple dining options within 300m including Tamam Restaurant and Ginger Concept.
Cons
Some rooms lack balconies and face interior courtyards.
No on-site restaurant; breakfast served in nearby partner venues.
Must-do experiences
- Savor fresh seafood at the iconic Tamam Restaurant in the Old Town.
- Visit the stunning Koutoubia Mosque for breathtaking views and architecture.
- Explore the local Agora Market for delicious olives and cheeses.
- Experience a Cretan cooking class at Minoan's Nest for authentic flavors.
- Wander through the old Venetian harbor at sunset for unforgettable photos.
Select your room type
Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Yoga class
Guest Parking
- No parking available.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Packed lunches
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor