Civitel Akali Hotel

Chania is one of those places that stays with you. Cobbled alleys, Venetian archways, the smell of the sea. And finding a hotel that's close to everything but still feels like a proper retreat isn't easy. In Chania, the Civitel Akali Hotel manages to place you at the heart of it all.

This recently refreshed 4-star hotel sits just minutes from the Venetian harbour and Old Town. Yet it comes with its own garden pool, where the pace slows right down. The staff are warm without being fussy. The atmosphere is calm but never dull.

Families, couples, and solo travellers all feel at home here. With beaches, local tavernas, and historic streets within easy reach, you spend less time planning and more time soaking it all in.

The Civitel Akali Hotel Experience

• Central yet peaceful-

  One of the only centrally located 4-star hotels in Chania with its own pool and garden.

• Warm Cretan welcome-

  Helpful staff and a relaxed atmosphere that feels genuinely local.

• Suits every traveller-

  Whether you're visiting as a family, couple, or solo there's a room and pace that works for you.

Reasons to Book Civitel Akali Hotel

• 🏊 Central Pool & Garden-

  Cool off in the seasonal outdoor pool after a morning of exploring the Old Town.

• 🔥 Bar with an Open Fire-

  On cooler evenings, this is exactly where you want to be.

• 🍳 Cretan Breakfast Buffet-

  Local cheeses, fresh bread, honey a proper start before heading out.

• 🚶 Everything on Foot-

  Beach, harbour, Old Town none of it requires a car or a taxi.

• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly Rooms-

  Interconnecting options take the stress out of travelling with children or grandparents.

• 🌿 Soundproofed Windows-

  You get to sleep peacefully, while the city stays outside where it belongs.

Room Types

• Superior Rooms-

  Hassle-free and comfortable. A solid base after long day of exploring the locality.

• Superior Rooms with Balcony-

  A little outdoor space goes a long way; good for a morning coffee or an evening wind-down.

• Superior Family Rooms-

  Interconnecting doors mean kids are close, but everyone still has their own space.

• Junior & Superior Suites-

  Worth considering for longer stays or when you simply want to stretch out.

Distance from nearest beach

• The nearest beach from the hotel is the Nea Chora Beach. A gentle 5 –10 minutes walk from the hotel, with shallow waters and seafront tavernas.

Nearby Restaurants

• The Counter-

  Seafood and international plates done well.

• Sugar & Salt-

  Ideal for a quick bite or something sweet.

• Ta Kalamakia-

  Fresh Greek street food, no fuss.

• Papanikolakis-

  Traditional sweets and good coffee.

Nearby Attractions

• Old Venetian Port-

  Iconic harbour and lighthouse, a 10-minutes walk away.

• Nea Chora Beach-

  Shallow, calm waters just 500 metres from the hotel.

• Municipal Art Gallery-

  A quiet look at Cretan art, about 600 metres away.

• Historical Museum of Chania-

  Fascinating local history, under 650 metes from the hotel.

• Etz Hayyim Synagogue-

  A significant cultural site, roughly 650 metres away.