Title: Visit Omalos: Best of Omalos Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Omalos](https://expedia.ca/Omalos-Hotels.d6206200.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Omalos](https://expedia.ca/Omalos-Vacation-Rentals.d6206200.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Omalos Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Omalos.d6206200.Car-Rental-Guide)[Omalos Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Omalos.d6206200.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Omalos ## Travel Guide ![The Samaria Gorge, on the south side of Crete, is Europe's deepest canyon. The hike from the top of the gorge to the sea is about 18 km, and can be completed in about four hours.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/ca2cb29d-f626-48c8-97f8-3356dcfc994f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stunning view from top to bottom , 6miles walk down to the Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/99276641-d8fc-4ada-b9fa-c67f449c2306.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Omalos plateau is a true cure for sore eyes between the end of winter and early summer, when it is constantly covered in millions of wild flowers which look like somebody spread a brightly coloured carpet over the plateau. Return a few weeks later and the plateau is coloured differently. Here, the first annual carpet of millions of Crocus sieberii colours the plateau in a delicate white hue...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/c3bc054a-c40a-45db-bec2-9381b18e53d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Omalos Things to do - Omalos Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Omalos ![Hyperion City Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64900000/64897500/64897413/cd9f868a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyperion City Hotel 75 El. Venizelou Chania CA $137 CA $172 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (368 reviews) Never did see the gym it's upstair Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=64897413&PinnedHotelID=64897413&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6206200) ![Kiani Beach Resort Family](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/4000000/3998400/3998357/d4a01efe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kiani Beach Resort Family Kiani Akti Chania Crete Island CA $227 CA $282 total Apr 25 - Apr 26 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (710 reviews) Cleanliness, friendly, hospitality Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F04%2F2026&endDate=26%2F04%2F2026&selected=3998357&PinnedHotelID=3998357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6206200) ![Samaria Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565000/564933/d7b0774f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Samaria Hotel 69 Kidonias St., 1866 Square Chania Crete Island CA $193 CA $236 total Apr 14 - Apr 15 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (840 reviews) Clean room, staff very friendly Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F04%2F2026&endDate=15%2F04%2F2026&selected=564933&PinnedHotelID=564933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6206200) [See all 5,798 properties in Omalos](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6206200) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Vergina Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17802900/17802883/44baa340_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vergina Beach Resort 134 Agia Marina, Crete Island Chania Book a stay at this beach condo in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews) Staff amazing. Clean rooms. Great swimming. Can't wait to return. Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Chania-Hotels-Vergina-Beach-Hotel.h17802883.Hotel-Information) ![Caldera Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61530000/61526900/61526868/da6adeea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Caldera Beach PEO Kissamou Gerani Crete Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki Beach ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (51 reviews) Last day we had to use the common showers at reception to get ready and they were in a very very poor condition! It was a complete disappointment and ruined the whole stay Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Platanias-Hotels-Atlantica-Caldera-Beach.h61526868.Hotel-Information) ![Elma's Dream Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3580000/3576800/3576789/0249ca4e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elma's Dream Apartments Polirrinias, Daratsos Chania Crete Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Golden Beach and Nea Chora Beach are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (185 reviews) The host is incredibly friendly and cleans the room daily. Although the outdoor area is somewhat cluttered, the space is kept clean. He assisted us in finding a trustworthy taxi driver who charged fair rates and generously lent us beach equipment at no cost. Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Chania-Hotels-Elmas-Dream-Apartments.h3576789.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Omalos](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6206200&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Omalos hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6206200&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[Mar 26 - Mar 27](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6206200&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6206200&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[Mar 27 - Mar 28](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6206200&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6206200&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6206200&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6206200&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6206200&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Platanias Square 5/5(4 reviews) Learn about the local history of Platanias Town when you take a trip to Platanias Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Platanias-Square-Platanias.d6278296.Vacation-Attraction) #### Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete 3/5(2 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete, a lovely green space in Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Botanical-Park-And-Gardens-Of-Crete-Platanias.d6322288.Vacation-Attraction) #### Orthodox Academy of Crete Explore the campus of Orthodox Academy of Crete, during your trip to Kolymvari. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Orthodox-Academy-Of-Crete-Crete.d553248634275592935.Vacation-Attraction) #### Máleme Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Máleme Beach during your trip to Platanias? Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Maleme-Beach-Platanias.d553248635997386301.Vacation-Attraction) #### Manousakis Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Manousakis Winery during your travels to Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Manousakis-Winery-Crete.d553248621532502075.Vacation-Attraction) #### Karavitakis Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Karavitakis Winery during your travels to Platanias. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Karavitakis-Winery-Platanias.d673255906757173248.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus From Rethymno](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48376794/218688b6-1ece-46ce-8ddb-900c4dece350.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elafonisi Island Day Tour by Bus From Rethymno CA $551 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/elafonisi-island-day-tour-by-bus-from-rethymno.a48376794.activity-details) ![Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47959454/f4afef96-b7ef-48b0-811e-74af2a375b4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Falasarna Sunset Escape – Small Group CA $95 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/falasarna-sunset-escape-small-group.a47959454.activity-details) ![Chania: Old City & Venetian Harbor Discovery on Segways](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46197296/8ca4511b-e0c7-4df5-ba0e-349ed5c82792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chania: Old City & Venetian Harbor Discovery on Segways CA $99 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/chania-old-city-venetian-harbor-discovery-on-segways.a46197296.activity-details) [See all activities in Omalos](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Omalos.d6206200.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Omalos ![The completely secluded Kedrodasos Beach, Crete. Crystal clear water, white sand, fig trees and absolutely no people the entire day. Perfect. Far quieter and untouched than Elafonissi beach a few miles away. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/f8b0d1d8-cae7-4cf3-b94a-e6456668e382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kantanos-Selino - Cities near Omalos - Places of interest [Kantanos-Selino](https://expedia.ca/Kantanos-Selino.dx6145072) - [Agia Marina Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Agia-Marina-Beach-Crete.d6105776.Vacation-Attraction) - [Port of Souda ](https://expedia.ca/Port-Of-Souda-Chania.d6278302.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chania Central Market ](https://expedia.ca/Chania-Central-Market-Old-Town-Chania.d6278306.Vacation-Attraction) - [Agioi Apostoloi Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Agioi-Apostoloi-Beach-Crete.d6105774.Vacation-Attraction) - [Port of Kissamos ](https://expedia.ca/Port-Of-Kissamos-Kissamos.d6183222.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Kournas ](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Kournas-Apokoronas.d6123337.Vacation-Attraction) - [Platanias Square ](https://expedia.ca/Platanias-Square-Platanias.d6278296.Vacation-Attraction) - [Maritime Museum of Crete ](https://expedia.ca/Maritime-Museum-Of-Crete-Old-Town-Chania.d6105772.Vacation-Attraction) - [Limnoupolis Water Park ](https://expedia.ca/Limnoupolis-Water-Park-Chania.d553248621562251162.Vacation-Attraction) - [Koum Kapi Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Koum-Kapi-Beach-Chania-Town.d553248635936304351.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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