Water Lily

Hotels
Independent
8.8 (18 reviews)
Kalathas, Chania, 73100 , Chania , GR

Children allowed

Facilities

Front entrance ramp
Express check-out
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Cons:
Unorganized management
Air conditioning malfunction
Reservation issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.04
The cleanliness was questionable as there was no effective management present.
Service
9.04
Service was noted as lacking, with only the owner's son available to assist; however, standard service expectations apply.
Location
10
Location is not mentioned but assumed to be adequate for standard expectations.
Room Quality
7.04
Room quality suffered as the air conditioning was not functioning.
Amenities
10
Amenities are not mentioned, assumed to meet general expectations.
Value for Money
10
Value perception is inferred to be high due to the implied value expectations.
Food and Beverage
9.54
Food and beverage quality was not discussed; standard quality for this hotel tier assumed.
Overall Experience
8.54
Overall experience was poor due to management and room quality issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-15 19:02

Property Description

Experience the charm and comfort of our Art Deco aparthotel, located just steps from the pristine Kalathas Beach.

Recreational Delights
Unwind with a range of recreational opportunities including a refreshing seasonal outdoor pool, a relaxing steam room, and bicycles available for rent to explore the scenic surroundings.

Comfortable Accommodations
Our 14 air-conditioned rooms feature kitchenettes with modern amenities like refrigerators and stovetops, along with complimentary wireless internet access to keep you connected during your stay.

Convenient Services
Enjoy the ease of express check-in and check-out, and take advantage of our onsite free self-parking. A sumptuous local cuisine breakfast is available daily, letting you savor the flavors of the region.

Don’t wait to book your stay and create unforgettable memories at Water Lily in Chania!

Important information:

  • 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 to October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the aparthotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    No pets

  • Smoking

    No smoking

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 18 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.04
Service: 9.04
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7.04
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 9.54
Overall Experience: 8.54
E
Eleftheria partner
2
Pros:

very unorganized no management on property only the owners son. Air conditioning was not working he tried to fix it and never got it to work. they didnt even have our reservation when we arrived. we left it was horrible. i will be disputing

2025-07-04 via Nuitee
R
Rosie partner
10
Pros:

Lovely place, very friendly staff. In a more remote area which was nice, very close to an amazing beach.

2024-10-15 via Nuitee
D
Daniel partner
10
Pros:

Die Besitzerin der Unterkunft hat uns herzlich empfangen und sehr gut über die Umgebung und Aktivitäten aufgeklärt. Das Zimmer war riesig und top gepflegt. Das Bad war sehr modern mit einer tollen Regendusche. Unser Highlight war die Poolanlage, welche sehr schön mit einer Lounge umgesetzt wurde. Es waren zudem reichlich Liegen vorhanden. Das Frühstück wurde von der Besitzerin selbst gemacht und war auf unserem Roadtrip durch Kreta mit Abstand das Beste! Totale Weiterempfehlung!!!

2024-09-01 via Nuitee
D
Dan
10
Nice Hotel for Great Price
Pros:

Very convenient location to the airport and Chania. Nice hotel, with a friendly and helpful staff. Price was GREAT, as was the breakfast! Flew in late, and they left a key for us. Just needed to let them know ahead of time. I will stay there again when traveling to Chania.

2014-06-01 via Nuitee
D
Derby
10
Fantastic staff
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff gave advice on some brilliant trips around the area

2014-05-21 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Pros:

Excellent friendly and informative about local area near to a number of beaches ideally by car

2014-05-16 via Nuitee
A
Aamunvirkku
6
Pros:

Huoneisto tilava ja keittokomeron varustetaso kohtalaisebn hyvä. Ravintolapalvelut hotellissa niukat ja myös lähistöllä vähäiset. Kauppa palveli vastapäätä pitkään omatoimisia. Makuuhuoneissa viilennyslaite erinomainen. Sijainniltaan hankala löytää, koska opastus puutteellinen. Hanian lentokentälle n. 11 km. Henkilökunta erittäin ystävällistä. Iltayön parinkymmenpäisen joukon bileet häiritsivät, koska äänieristys heikohko.

2013-10-16 via Nuitee
J
Jonas
8
Orkar man gå så är det perfekt.
Pros:

Hotellet är bra. Ligger lite konstigt till. Men visst 10 minuter till stranden till ett smaskigt pris.

2013-10-04 via Nuitee
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Eva
8
Nära flygplats, Chania
Pros:

Vi hade en marklägenhet, tyst läge, men ingen utsikt, ganska mörkt. Hotellägaren var väldigt trevlig och vi fick ett mycket bra bemötande. I köksdelen fanns allt man behöver för tillagning av frukost och även till matlagning. Härlig färgsättning i rummet. "Skrikiga stolar" hördes från hela huset. Möbeltassar på stolarna hade inte varit fel. Bussen till Stavros stannar utanför hotellet, men sista bussen från Chania stad går 20:15 på kvällen. Bil rekommenderas.

2013-09-08 via Nuitee
A
Aisling
8
stay at water lily
Pros:

We were four girls all early 20's who stayed at this hotel as a location before our actual destination as we flew into chania airport but we are going back again for our last night as the hotel was that nice. Nina the owner is incredibly friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was to die for. Also a major plus is the photos online are the same as the rooms which was a big relief.

2013-07-09 via Nuitee
E
Elisa
8
Ottimo hotel vicino all'aeroporto
Pros:

Cose positive:
- Posizione dell'hotel rispetto all'aeroporto di Chania;
- Cordialità del personale;
- Zone comuni rinnovate;
- Abbondante colazione;

Cose negative:
- Leggera disorganizzazione;
- Sciacquone difettoso;
- Bagno, in generale, un po' deludente;

2013-07-09 via Nuitee
D
Dominic
8
quiet and close to the beach stay
Pros:

Great family owned hotel, staff is very friendly and the rooms are clean and neat. 15 min walk to the beach, that has a great open air restaurant. great price and close to the airport

2013-06-17 via Nuitee
E
Evangelos
10
Almost perfect
Pros:

I think this hotel is unique for its colors in rooms and the hospitality of the 2 sisters who own and run them. Although I stayed only just 1 night, I have no important complaints to mention and I would highly recommend it to everyone that looks for a spacious room at reasonable price, with a pleasant atmosphere, without compromises.

2013-04-06 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
Kort overnatting
Pros:

Vi kom sent, i mørket, og reiste etter frokost dagen etter, så oppholdet er vanskelig å utdype. men OK for en overnatting

2012-09-23 via Nuitee
F
Family Salmi
10
Very good service
Pros:

The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful!

2012-07-22 via Nuitee
S
Stefano
10
WATER LILY FOREVER
Pros:

This hotel il really nice and clean. The room was bigger than my flat, air conditioning, 2 balcony, TV and everything you can need. The owner is a very cool lady that loves to gives you any type of informations about restaurant and places to see. She's really lovely. If i'll come back to Crete i'll absolutely come back there.
5 star rating in my opinion.
Have a nice trip!

2011-08-08 via Nuitee
B
Benny
10
Hotel Water Lily, Kreta
Pros:

Hotellets appartment var fint store med mulighed for af tilberede morgenmad etc.
På tagterrassen kunne man tilberede frokost /aftensmad/grille i den udendørs køkken som var indrettet og den var en døgnkiosk lige på den anden side af vejen til de mest fornødne dagligvarer. ( Ingen resturant på hotellet )
Hotellet drives af far og datter, som begge er særdeles imødekommende, venlige og hjælpsomme mennesker. Hotellet ligger i kort afstand fra strand, lufthavn og ca. 30 min fra Khania, som er et eller flere besøg vær med dens gamle bydel og de hyggelige små stræder med alle de mange forskellige boder og butikker.

2011-08-03 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Pros:

Very friendly staff, helpful, very clean and comfortable. Rooms were large. Away from the chaos of the Hania -very relaxing and close to nice beach. Would definitely stay here again.

2011-07-17 via Nuitee