Located close to Marathi Beach, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a grocery/convenience store. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and snorkeling. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a manicure/pedicure, or a Swedish massage at the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Mediterranean cuisine. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa also has a terrace, designer stores on site, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
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Family Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed, Sea view, Balcony
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Deluxe Swim Up, Guest room, 1 King, Sea view
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Family room, 1 King, Sofa bed, Sea view, Balcony
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Earth-Sheltered Villa, Sea View, Private Pool, Terrace
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds
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2-Level Villa, Sea View, Private Pool, Terrace
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds
About the neighborhood
Located in Chania, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa is near the airport and on a private beach. Port of Souda and Old Venetian Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Marathi Beach and Seitan Limania Beach. Souda Bay War Cemetery and Maritime Museum of Crete are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Chania travel guide
Marathi, Chania, 73500
What's nearby
Marathi Beach
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Old Venetian Harbor
24 min drive - 18.6 km
Port of Souda
24 min drive - 17.8 km
Loutraki Beach
4 min drive - 1.9 km
Nea Chora Beach
27 min drive - 20.5 km
Getting around
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ)
18 min drive
Restaurants
Olympic Catering - Everest
12 min drive
The Anchor
9 min drive
Espressaki
9 min drive
Souda Bay Coffee Bar
9 min drive
Lali Bake House
9 min drive
About this property
JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa
Luxury family-friendly hotel near Marathi Beach
Located close to Seitan Limania Beach and Kalyves Beach, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a grocery/convenience store. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and snorkeling. Indulge in a body treatment, a manicure/pedicure, and a Swedish massage at the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Mediterranean cuisine. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa also has a terrace, designer stores on site, and a garden. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
Free valet parking
An electric car charging station, supervised childcare (surcharge), and secured bicycle storage
Meeting rooms, evening entertainment, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 160 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Changing tables, baby monitors, and highchairs
Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Eco-friendly toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
55-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, baby baths, and children's dinnerware
Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
4 restaurants
A poolside bar
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Anoee
Cuccagna
Fayi
Onalos
Suncti
Things to do
24-hour gym
Bicycle storage
Books
Children's club
Children's pool
Cooking classes
Designer stores
Evening entertainment
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Paddleboard
Pilates classes
Playground
Sauna
Seasonal outdoor pool
Shopping
Snorkeling
Steam room
Water sports equipment
Wine tasting room
Yoga classes
Family friendly
Baby bath
Baby monitor
Baby toys
Babysitting (surcharge)
Changing table
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's dinnerware
Children's games
Children's pool
Children's toys
Grocery/convenience store
High chair
In-room crib
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Lifeguards on site
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Stroller
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
2 meeting rooms
Conference center (2,207 square feet of space)
Coworking space
Outdoors
Dock
Free pool cabanas
Garden
On a private beach
On the bay
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Vegetable garden
Full-service spa
5 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hydrotherapy
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Reflexology
Sauna
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Steam room
Swedish massages
Thalassotherapy
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Front entrance ramp
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
More
Built in 2025
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Lifeguards
Mediterranean architecture
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Meal delivery service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Mobile key entry
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 3:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 100 per room, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 18 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: EUR 100 per room, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-in fee for check-in between 3:00 PM and midnight
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to October 31
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Property is also known as
Jw Marriott Crete Resort Spa
Jw Marriott Crete & Spa Chania
JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa Hotel
JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa Chania
JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa Hotel Chania
Frequently asked questions
Does JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM.
Is JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa pet-friendly?
Yes, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 100 per room, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available from 3:00 PM–midnight for a fee.
What time is check-out at JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa located?
This Chania hotel is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Marathi Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Seitan Limania Beach and Souda Bay War Cemetery. Port of Souda and Old Venetian Harbor are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Reviews
JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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My husband and I spent a week here for part of our honey moon and couldn’t have been more impressed! It was truly the highlight of our trip. The hotel is BEAUTIFUL, the staff is amazingly attentive and friendly, amenities were outstanding, five stars all around! If you are looking for a place to stay around and relax, this is absolutely it. We didn’t want to explor Chania much, so this wasn’t an issue, but it is a bit far from the town. However, the hotel offers so many experiences to enjoy every day (wine tasting, snorkeling, water activities, cooking classes, a full spa, etc).
Amazing! Literally amazing all around! The hotel is new and modern. Very upscale and well designed. Great location. Not really on a white sandy beach, but the swimming area is great. Room was very large and well designed. Huge bathroom with spacious shower and a tub. Included breakfast was amazing - one of the best we ever had. The staff is so friendly and helpful and well trained. Everyone had a smile and super accommodating. Minor issue was addressed quickly and with class. This is one of the best hotels we ever stayed at and definitely the best hotel on Crete. Management at the hotel is doing a great job! We cannot be happier! Thank you!
We spent 6 nights here for our 10-year anniversary and loved it. The hotel and grounds are stunning, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Breakfast was excellent with a huge variety. On-site dining is convenient but pricey (as expected). The Italian restaurant was fine, but not super memorable. We mostly ate dinner in Chania.
The spa is calm and relaxing, and I had one of the best massages ever. 60 minutes for 140 euros.
Our favorite part of our stay was lounging by the pools and on the sunbeds by the ocean. The beds are incredibly comfortable with food and drink service right to your chair, and you can't beat the gorgeous ocean views!
Our standard room was modern, spacious, and well-equipped, with plenty of closet space and a large smart TV that was easy to log into our desired streaming services.
The only drawback for us is the location, about 30 minutes from Chania. We knew this was going to be the case, so we had a car to take day trips and spend the nights in Chania's old town.
Overall, a beautiful resort with outstanding amenities and perfect for a special occasion!
New property in Chania … exceptional facility and staff … superb FIVE star experience
Enjoyed the experience immensely, even though they had been open for only a few months … they delivered an exceptional experience. We had the junior suite with a swimming pool, spacious and elegant. You almost don’t want to leave your room. Manos, the operations manager was warm, caring and welcoming. The facilities: 3 swimming pools with excellent seating, gym: state of the art, and multiple restaurants were exceptional. Thank you Marriott Chania
The hotel is new and beautiful. Good quality materials used. The area is so beautiful and the sea is perfect for snorkeling. Hotel makes you feel you wabt to be healthy and fit (nice healthy food options and nice fitness classes). Maybe not suitable for very small kids due the many rocks around (however many nice pools) but a fantastic choice for Crete- feels luxurious and quiet. Kids club staff is fantastic and although I was not so sure about kids club in the basement conference room (the outside designated kids club area is too hot in August) my kids loved it. Movie nights outside were very much appreciated! Amazing experience!
EMILIA
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
4/10 Poor
Kathrine
22 June 2025
Stunning setting and what we thought was going to be an amazing stay. Might be our fault for going to a hotel in the first week but as the week went on, the following happened:
- charged £700 more because we booked via Expedia - why has this happened?
- no systems internally are working, everything was difficult
- washing took 2.5 days to happened, when we called up and asked where it was, they said they would find it and ring back but no response till we called the following morning
Die Unterkunft liegt direkt am Meer. Die Tummer hatten einen eigenen Pool. Das Personal war sehr aufmerksam, immer freundlich und sehr hilfsbereit. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Magnifique endroit, bel hôtel moderne. Restaurants de qualité (surtout celui de poissons et le grec), petit déjeuner bon et varié.
En revanche, le service est limite catastrophique pour un établissement de cette gamme (comme four seasons). Meme si tout le monde est gentil et sympathique, il faut demander plusieurs fois les choses par whatsapp (lu des heures apres) ou par telephone. Avec un peu de chance on finit par avoir ce quon veut que ca soit dans la chambre (menage, eau, serviettes), Concierge, reception... c'est compliqué. Les prix des repas sont variables, mais quand même trop chers comparativement a la moyenne locale et aux produits abondants. Les taxis aussi... surtout pour 10 minutes de trajet souvent.
On mettra cela sur le fait que l'établissement vient d'ouvrir car il pourrait etre l'un des meilleurs de Grèce.