“It's all about attention to detail at Alcanea. Literally a stone's throw from the harbour, rooms enjoy superb views. Café society is on your doorstep, so hip couples will love it plus there's a trendy bar and sumptuous local breakfast on offer. Chic interiors for the trendy traveller.”
“It's all about attention to detail at Alcanea. Literally a stone's throw from the harbour, rooms enjoy superb views. Café society is on your doorstep, so hip couples will love it plus there's a trendy bar and sumptuous local breakfast on offer. Chic interiors for the trendy traveller.”
Hotel Review
Alcanea was once the HQ of Crete's greatest politician. His offices have been turned into a calm and colourful small hotel where the emphasis is on elegance and style. It's entered via its own street-level café-bar, which spills out onto a car-free street. It's the perfect place to enjoy Alcanea's 'signature breakfast' – built around organic Cretan produce - before setting off to explore Chania, to watch the world go by, or for a nightcap. Those who prefer privacy will find it in a tranquil, vine-shaded courtyard off the first floor. In rooms, colours are ochre, rose and sunny yellow – more Moroccan than Cretan – while colourful rugs soften wood or tiled floors. Original art created by up-and-coming Greek talents graces public areas and bedrooms. All rooms have harbour views, while some have terraces or balconies. Bathrooms are classy, with walk-in showers or free-standing tubs, and perks include fluffy bathrobes, slippers and organic showers, gels and moisturisers. Cool for couples, Alcanea also welcomes singletons, with double rooms for single use at just over half the standard price.
Written by Robin Gauldie
Recommended For
- Local exploring
- Well placed for exploring by foot with the Maritime museum nextdoor the harbour and city attractions nearby
- Boutique
- Friendly staff, a laidback vibe, and charming casual design make this an attractive boutique stay
- Family
- Interconnecting rooms sleep up to five people making this a good choice for a family break
- Historic
- A thoughtfully renovated Venetian mansion with plenty of original features
- Sights nearby
- Firkas Fortress and Chania Old Venetian Harbour are within walking distance
- Museums
- Maritime and Nautical Museums are within walking distance
- Close to nightlife
- Chania's bars and restaurants are a short stroll away
- Sailing
- Embark on one of Captain Nick's glass bottom boats
- Restaurant
- A small restaurant serves local specialities
- Views
- All rooms have harbour views
- Pet friendly
- Pets stay free of charge
- Intimate
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Roof terrace
- Sit-out Terrace
- Beach nearby
- Townhouse
- Artworks
- Chic
- Quirky
- Child friendly
- Romantic
- On an island
- Charming
Facilities
- Restaurant
- A small restaurant serves local specialities
- Parking
- Free public car parking is available
- Views
- All rooms have harbour views
- Pet friendly
- Pets stay free of charge
- Cots available
- Sit-out Terrace
- Outdoor dining
- Walking distance restaurants
- Airport transfer
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Roof terrace
- Bar
- Bath robes
- Child friendly
- Sitting Room
- Safe
- Concierge
- Satellite / Cable TV
- In room music system
- Air conditioning
- Wifi
Activities
- Sights nearby
- Firkas Fortress and Chania Old Venetian Harbour are within walking distance
- Museums
- Maritime and Nautical Museums are within walking distance
- Close to nightlife
- Chania's bars and restaurants are a short stroll away
- Sailing
- Embark on one of Captain Nick's glass bottom boats
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