THE TANNERIES HOTEL & SPA - A MEMBER OF DESIGN HOTELS, Chania (Crete)
About the Hotel
The Tanneries Hotel & Spa - A Member Of Design Hotels - A heritage 5-star spa hotel on the Chania waterfront with sea views, indoor and outdoor pools, and a restaurant serving Greek cuisine
Set within a restored historic tannery building on the Chania waterfront, The Tanneries Hotel & Spa - A Member Of Design Hotels offers 5-star accommodations with direct sea views. The spa and wellness centre includes an indoor swimming pool, hammam, steam room, hot tub, and a fitness centre, along with APIVITA Spa treatments. The 52 air-conditioned rooms feature premium bedding, coffee machines, minibars, and private bathrooms; many include balconies, steam showers, and private jacuzzis. The on-site Periplous restaurant serves Greek cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with made-to-order breakfast dishes plus a buffet. Koum Kapi Beach lies less than 1 km away, and the Archaeological Museum of Chania and Firkas Fortress are within walking distance. The hotel provides free private parking, valet parking, airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and express check-in/out. Free WiFi is available throughout, and family rooms, baby safety gates, and kids' meals are offered. The Tanneries Hotel & Spa also features meeting/banquet facilities and a business centre with fax/photocopying. As a Design Hotels property, it blends modern architecture with heritage-protected industrial elements.
Pros
Valet parking is included and fast, with free private parking.
Staff are consistently praised as exceptional, friendly, and attentive.
Breakfast includes a la carte dishes and a buffet, served with sea views.
Rooms offer stunning sunset views over the sea and Chania's lighthouse.
The restaurant's dinner menu and wine pairing are highly rated by guests.
Cons
The hotel is a 20-minute walk from Chania's old town, which may feel far for some.
Some rooms located above the restaurant can experience occasional noise.
Breakfast service can be slow, with limited self-serve options beyond sweets.
Must-do experiences
- Enjoy fresh seafood at the Old Harbor's Tamam restaurant.
- Visit the Folklore Museum for a glimpse into Cretan traditions.
- Explore the charming alleyways of the historic district, Old Chania.
- Taste authentic Cretan raki at local taverns after dinner.
- Discover the local market for fresh produce and handmade goods.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Private parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Playpen
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor