Hotel Amphora

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Located in the heart of the Venetian harbor, in Chania, Hotel Amphora is a 14th-century building offering rooms with view of the Cretan Sea. It serves homemade breakfast and provides free Wi-Fi throughout. Its air-conditioned rooms are traditionally decorated with wooden furnishings. They come with a TV, refrigerator and iron. A private bathroom with hairdryer is featured in all rooms. Some units also have a balcony. Guests can enjoy breakfast including homemade preserves and fresh juices at the terrace of Amphora boasting views of the Venetian lighthouse. There is also an on-site restaurant serving traditional Cretan cuisine. Guests enjoy discounted rates at the restaurant. Chania Airport is a 25-minute drive away. The seaside resort of Platanias is at 9.9 mi. Free public parking is available within a 5-minute walk from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Terrace
  • Laundry

Property highlights

  • Located in the heart of Chania, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Gluten-free, Buffet

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Scott
Canada Canada
“Right on the Venetian harbour and easy access, close to all the restaurants. It had its own restaurant which was very nice. They give you 10% discount if you eat there. Breakfast can be included with the room charge. Unique rooms, some had good...”
Francisco
Mexico Mexico
“The staff, especially Agustin, was amazing. Very courteous and helpful. The location was ideal, right in the heart of the Venetian port, overlooking the harbor and the lighthouse. The breakfast was also delicious and started at 7:30 which was...”
Wendy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location. Room was very spacious and bed very comfortable. Room was very quiet. I wasn't expecting a harbour view but could see it either side of the roof in front. The roof top terrace was wonderful with superb views over the harbour...”
Winston
Singapore Singapore
“Anita who mans the reception is awesome. Very timely and responsive to text messages and good with recommendations for eating places. Rooms had great views of the caldera, and also a rooftop area with seats having fabulous views, ideal for chat...”
Roman
Switzerland Switzerland
“The staff is very helpful, they tried to help us until our last minute in their hotel (Breakfast to go & Taxi at 4am) Nice room with a beautiful view.”
Rachel
United States United States
“Beautiful room, spacious and pretty. Beautiful location with a comfortable balcony”
Susan
United States United States
“We had a wonderful stay and our room was spacious and had a wonderful view of the harbor. Love that we could open our windows and get the fresh air in our room. The staff were extremely helpful. If you do not like stairs, be careful what room...”
Vidya
United States United States
“Pleasant stay and the room had ample space and was maintained super clean”
Virginia
United States United States
“Unique 16th Century Venetian building! Close to the harbor. Very large room.”
Jennifer
United States United States
“The location is perfect, central to Old Town and overlooking the harbor. The staff(Efi and Augustin) were great, very friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and personable. Very clean and comfortable. The breakfast buffet was vast, varied, and delicious.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Greek
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional

Amenities of Hotel Amphora

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Terrace
  • Laundry

House rules

Hotel Amphora takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel Amphora of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 1042K050A0125800

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