Chania Beaches

Manovas beach is situated 500 metres to the south of the renowned Seitan Limania beach, close to Cape Akrotiri or Melecha. It is bordered by high cliffs on either side, and is situated in the depths of a ravine, where the Kouroupitos stream enters the ocean. Although aesthetically stunning, it has not been a popular...Read More

Agios Pavlos, meaning Saint Paul in English, is a stunning and secluded beach situated in a picturesque cove on the Peninsula Rodopos. It is 40km northwest of the city of Chania. There are two main ways to get to the beach – by boat from either Ravdoucha or Kissamos, or by driving along a dirt...Read More

Just a short drive from the city of Chania, the small beach of Macherida is situated 14km to the northeast and 1km west of the village Chorafakia, close to the area of Tersanas. It is believed that it is named after the rocky cape located in its northern end, resembling a knife (“machairi” is the...Read More

Located just 26km east of Chania, Ombros Gialos (or Omprosgialos) is a picturesque beach situated on the east coast of Drapanokefala. Known for its crystal clear waters and rocky shoreline, the beach is a popular spot for swimming and snorkeling. There is a small harbor nearby with a dock, offering swimmers a safe place to...Read More

Located west of Koutelos beach, Leska beach is a picturesque pebbly beach with sandy patches in certain areas. The name of the beach, which translates to “Steep Place” or “trap” in Cretan dialect, was given due to its steep cliffs that form a small cove in the west. Accessing Leska beach is mainly done by...Read More

Located approximately 7 kilometers west of the city of Chania, Stalos is a popular tourist destination that boasts a stunning sandy beach, Kato Stalos, and a picturesque traditional village, Pano Stalos. The beach is well-equipped with all necessary amenities, such as parasols and beach chairs, and is awarded the Blue Flag every year. The village...Read More

Sarakiniko Beach, located 1.5km north of the port of Gavdos, Karave, is renowned for its beauty and interesting past. It is named after the Saracen pirates who at one time made the island their base of operations. The cove bay faces northwards, and is known for its striking, golden sand and crystal-clear shallows. It’s also...Read More

Situated 74km south of Chania and 1km north of Chrisoskalitissa monastery, Stomio is a secluded and relatively unknown beach in the Elafonissi area of Crete. Characterised by a rocky and wavy shore, the beach consists of large pebbles and some patchy stretches of sand. With its cool waters and deep sea, it is not the...Read More

Platanias is an ideal destination for those who seek a mixture of relaxation, entertainment and sightseeing. Situated just 11km west of Chania, it offers an easy access to one of the most beautiful cities in Greece, while at the same time boasting a stunning beach, amazing nightlife and plenty of opportunities for sightseeing. The long...Read More

Georgioupolis, a small seaside town located 38km east of Chania and 21km west of Rethymnon, is home to a vast long beach spanning 10km. Stretching from the river Almiros to Kavros beach, the 2km-long Georgioupolis beach is sandy and dotted with dunes in some areas, with shallow waters ideal for children. Windy days require extra...Read More