Monte Vardia – A Favorite for Families in Chania (Crete)
About the Hotel
Rooms with Views
The Hotel Monte Vardia offers air-conditioned rooms with carpeted floors, dark-wooden furnishings, and balconies. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, fridge, and free WiFi. Family suites feature one double and two single beds, a seating area, and a bathroom with a bathtub. Some rooms overlook the Venetian Harbor or the Lefka Ori Mountain Range.
Dining at Monte Vardia
The on-site restaurant serves homemade dishes for lunch and dinner, with eggs prepared to order. A free breakfast buffet is available daily. The lounge bar offers drinks, and the games room includes billiards and darts.
Outdoor Pool & Beaches
The hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a furnished sun terrace with panoramic views of the Venetian Harbor. Nearby beaches include Kalathas, Tarsana, Stavros, and Marathi, where ruins of Ancient Minoa can be found. The creeks of Maxairidas and Seitan are a short walk away.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Monte Vardia sits on a hill 5 km from Chania Town's Venetian Harbor and 10 km from Souda Harbor. It's a 15-minute drive to Chania Airport. Nearby landmarks include the church of Profiti Ilias (500m), the monastery of Saint John the Hermit, and the Bear Cave. The Archaeological Museum of Chania is 3.5 km away.
Services & Transport
The hotel provides ironing facilities, heating, and free toiletries. A one-way taxi to the airport costs €20-€25. The ground floor houses 'Gems,' though its purpose isn't specified. The area is dotted with stalactite-lined caves and villages showcasing Venetian-era architecture.
Choose from a variety of room types
Availability and pricing for your selected dates
Tips on navigating the city
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
Guest Parking
- Dryer
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Plunge pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor