Platanias

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Panoramic aerial view of the traditional fishing village Platanias, South Pelion, Greece, with marina and waterfront promenade
Panoramic aerial view of the traditional fishing village Platanias, South Pelion, Greece, with marina and waterfront promenade
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.
Stunning view from top to bottom , 6miles walk down to the Gorge
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...

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Minoa Palace Resort

Minoa Palace Resort

5 out of 5
Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion Platanias Crete Island
Book a stay at this 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! (427 reviews)
The staff were absolutely amazing. Very accomodating and personable. I would tecpmmend this hotel!!

Reviewed on 2 November 2025

Minoa Palace Resort
Caldera Bay

Caldera Bay

3 out of 5
Nikou Kazantzaki, Platanias, Platanias
Stay at this hotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
The staff were great, no fault to them at all… but the hotel and area surrounding were extremely drab. There is absolutely no vibe or energy at this hotel, the room has no decor, the shower was falling apart. Breakfast was gross. The neighborhood is pretty much the opposite of what you think Crete ...

Reviewed on 24 October 2025

Caldera Bay
Caldera Beach

Caldera Beach

4 out of 5
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 Platanias 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 15 October 2025

Caldera Beach
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Caldera Beach

Caldera Beach

4 out of 5
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 Platanias 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 15 October 2025

Caldera Beach
Marika Beach Hotel

Marika Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
Platanias Platanias Crete
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Square ...
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 27 September 2025

Marika Beach Hotel
Resitour - Chania Aphrodite Beachfront

Resitour - Chania Aphrodite Beachfront

Pyrgos Psilonerou Platanias Crete
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Platanias. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Máleme ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
THE PROPERTY MANAGER MANOS WAS FANTASTIC AND SUPER INFORMATIVE AND GAVE US AN EXCEPTIONAL APARTMENT FACING THE BEACH WHERE WE HAD ALL THE CONVENIENCES TO HAVE A LAID BACK, CAREFREE TIME. A GREAT BASE TO EXPLORE THE CHANIA AREA AND THE CUISINE. WHERE THE GREEKS ARE THE MOST FRIENDLY, GOOD NATURED ...

Reviewed on 18 June 2025

Resitour - Chania Aphrodite Beachfront
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Reviews of Platanias

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Platanias is a great and safe location! I will definitely be back!

2/5 - Disappointing

Jolanda

not recommended neither for beaches nor for accommodation

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lots of shopping and restaurants, beautiful area.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Far better area than Chania. Less crowded and nice access to water events. Great local restaurants. Was quite touristy, but that was not a hindrance. The hotel made the trip.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

I didn’t love Platanias - very built up and touristy. Nothing particularly interesting to see or do here, although there are some decent restaurants. With a rental car (a must), you can easily explore Elafonisi Beach and the charming town of Chania.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The area is quit, street is not live as in other parts of crete. The area is better for family trip, not for going out at night