Title: Visit Platanias: Best of Platanias Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Platanias](https://expedia.ca/Platanias-Hotels.d6035410.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Platanias](https://expedia.ca/Platanias-Vacation-Rentals.d6035410.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Things to do in Platanias](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Platanias.d6035410.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Platanias Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Platanias.d6035410.Car-Rental-Guide)[Platanias Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Platanias.d6035410.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Platanias ## Travel Guide ![Chania featuring heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73373-Khania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chania featuring street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73343-Crete-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chania featuring a fountain and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73367-Crete-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chania which includes a city, a church or cathedral and religious aspects](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73375-Khania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chania which includes general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73374-Khania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Platanias Things to do - Platanias Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Platanias ![Minoa Palace Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/904300/904250/0f71b8b0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Minoa Palace Resort Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion, Agias Marinas, Platanias, Crete Island CA $202 CA $253 total Oct 16 - Oct 17 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (416 reviews) "This is one of the best hotels I have stayed at. They have for sure the nicest staff ever. So accommodating. Great food the breakfast buffet is so so good. Definitely will come back and recommend highly." Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F10%2F2025&endDate=17%2F10%2F2025&selected=904250&PinnedHotelID=904250&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6035410) ![Avra Imperial Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4830000/4821700/4821630/b846c0bc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avra Imperial Hotel Kolymvari, Platanias, Crete Island CA $292 CA $357 total Oct 17 - Oct 18 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Platanias. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews) "I had a wonderful time at the hotel! I loved the spa, the pool and had the best night sleeps! It is a shame that the main restaurant does not serve a real espresso from ground coffee beans as it would have been nice to enjoy a good cup of coffee with the wonderful breakfast, but despite this, I will ..." Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F10%2F2025&endDate=18%2F10%2F2025&selected=4821630&PinnedHotelID=4821630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6035410) ![Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21340000/21338000/21337972/91f78de1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive Chania, Platanias CA $295 CA $360 total Oct 22 - Oct 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews) "Good buffet" Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F10%2F2025&endDate=23%2F10%2F2025&selected=21337972&PinnedHotelID=21337972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6035410) [See all 991 properties in Platanias](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F10%2F2025&endDate=17%2F10%2F2025®ionId=6035410) 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. ![Caldera Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61530000/61526900/61526868/ecbbcc51_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Caldera Beach PEO Kissamou, Gerani, Crete Stay at this 4-star 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! (48 reviews) "Theyvasked if they could change our two singles for a 2 bedroon and upgraded us to all inclusive was well worth it great food and dining options" Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Platanias-Hotels-Atlantica-Caldera-Beach.h61526868.Hotel-Information) ![Marika Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36900000/36893500/36893451/15f20b47_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marika Beach Hotel Platanias, Platanias, Crete Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki Beach ... 9/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews) "Didn't like the location adn breakfast quality is poor! On the other side, Staff were amazing 10 points. Same at the bar same at the gugine restaurant. Nice cocktails, pasta and good vibes staff.." Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Platanias-Hotels-Marika-Hotel.h36893451.Hotel-Information) ![Blue Dome Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2710000/2706900/2706900/4ae625a2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blue Dome Hotel Platanias, Chania, Platanias, Crete Island Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Kalamaki Beach ... 9/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews) "The room was clean, but poorly designed. We were in our room and could not use the closet or dresser because the doors don't open because the bed was in the way. Our family members stayed in a different room and had a totally different tv then ours and channels. They had a smart tv, and we had a ..." 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Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Botanical-Park-And-Gardens-Of-Crete-Platanias.d6322288.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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) #### 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) #### War Shelter of Platanias You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at War Shelter of Platanias during your travels in Platanias Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/War-Shelter-Of-Platanias-Platanias.d553248634979102400.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) ### Things to do ![Chania: Elafonisi Bus Trip with Free Time and Stop in Elos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48634615/b4164666-8768-4075-9a38-5bc3fa2c2e82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chania: Elafonisi Bus Trip with Free Time and Stop in Elos CA $47 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/chania-elafonisi-bus-trip-with-free-time-and-stop-in-elos.a48634615.activity-details) ![Georgioupolis Area: Full-Day Bus Trip to Elafonisi Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4851441/7738ecda-df2f-4f21-85f2-db50068bfa55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Georgioupolis Area: Full-Day Bus Trip to Elafonisi Island CA $55 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/georgioupolis-area-full-day-bus-trip-to-elafonisi-island.a4851441.activity-details) ![Chania: Elafonisi Day Tour with Free Time & Elos Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47865758/9e0f88e0-54c4-4d24-864a-1e22689f38de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Chania: Elafonisi Pink Sand Beach Day Trip w/ Elos Stop CA $47 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-chania-elafonisi-pink-sand-beach-day-trip-w-elos-stop.a47865758.activity-details) ![Samaria the Lazy Way](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/594182/5ba39a4c-693e-4647-b51b-1f83ad068920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Samaria the Lazy Way CA $65 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details) ![Elafonissi from Chania](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/594203/81434a96-4a04-4ad5-b87d-dd75f6656dff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elafonissi from Chania CA $60 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/elafonissi-from-chania.a594203.activity-details) ![From Georgioupolis: Roundtrip Transfer to Samaria Gorge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4853606/414455ed-266f-4321-b549-7524e7739fe2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Georgioupolis: Roundtrip Transfer to Samaria Gorge CA $49 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-georgioupolis-roundtrip-transfer-to-samaria-gorge.a4853606.activity-details) [See all activities in Platanias](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Platanias.d6035410.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Platanias ![Chania which includes a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73561-Covered-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chania [](https://expedia.ca/Chania.dx601135) ![Agia Marina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4a69398d76d30b56aed303c27e4311b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Agia Marina [](https://expedia.ca/Agia-Marina.dx6051664) ![Kissamos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ce7096b7b59eca9a523b8c26b8fdcc75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kissamos [](https://expedia.ca/Kissamos.dx6130238) ![Photo by Gemma Parker](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/15cba132c08ae413681f637682244841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kantanos-Selino [](https://expedia.ca/Kantanos-Selino.dx6145072) - Cities near Platanias - Places of interest [Chania](https://expedia.ca/Chania.dx601135)[Agia Marina](https://expedia.ca/Agia-Marina.dx6051664)[Kissamos](https://expedia.ca/Kissamos.dx6130238)[Vasilopoulo](https://expedia.ca/Vasilopoulo.dx6137031)[Kantanos-Selino](https://expedia.ca/Kantanos-Selino.dx6145072)[Gerani](https://expedia.ca/Gerani.dx6278381)[Marathokefala](https://expedia.ca/Marathokefala.dx6320093)[Xamoudochori](https://expedia.ca/Xamoudochori.dx6320103)[Nochia](https://expedia.ca/Nochia.dx3000377744)[Skines](https://expedia.ca/Skines.dx3000702663) - [Platanias Square](https://expedia.ca/Platanias-Square-Platanias.d6278296.Vacation-Attraction) - [Balos Beach](https://expedia.ca/Balos-Beach-Crete.d6258876.Vacation-Attraction) - [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) - [Balos Lagoon](https://expedia.ca/Balos-Lagoon-Crete.d553248621532502076.Vacation-Attraction) - [Port of Kissamos](https://expedia.ca/Port-Of-Kissamos-Kissamos.d6183222.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chania Central Market](https://expedia.ca/Chania-Central-Market-Old-Town-Chania.d6278306.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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