Helena Hotel

Hotels
9.5 (305 reviews)
Sali Chelidonaki 14 , Chania Town , GR

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Express check-in/check-out
Airport shuttle
Safety deposit box
Private check-in/check-out
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing views
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Noise issues
Stairs in historic building

Categories

Cleanliness
9.39
The room was cleaned every day.
Service
9.86
Staff is friendly and helpful, with George being particularly praised.
Location
9.9
Fantastic location close to the harbour, ideal for sightseeing.
Room Quality
9.35
Rooms are nice with fantastic views.
Amenities
9.38
Adequate amenities; some reviews note the lack of breakfast but nearby eateries compensate.
Value for Money
9.34
Very good value considering location and service.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Nearby eateries provide options; hotel doesn’t include breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.86
Overall, a wonderful experience highlighted by the view and staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-15 19:45

Property Description

Stunning Views of Cretan Sea and Venetian Port

Hotel Helena, nestled in Chania’s Old Town, offers breathtaking views of the Cretan Sea and the Venetian port. The individually designed guest rooms, many with views of the Old Venetian port, are spacious and traditionally furnished, equipped with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, TV, and fridge.

Convenient Location for Exploring Crete

Located just 500 meters from the nearest beach, Hotel Helena is also conveniently situated near Chania International Airport, the port of Souda, and the central bus station. Guests have easy access to explore all parts of Crete and its beautiful beaches.

Personalized Service and Local Expertise

The hotel's welcoming staff at the reception are eager to assist guests with information on the best places to visit and activities to enjoy in Chania. Experience the charm of Crete with Hotel Helena!

Ready to experience the beauty of Chania at Hotel Helena? Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please inform 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 305 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 9.34
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 9.86
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Paul • solo_traveller • au
9
Overall, an excellent choice! George and his staff are great! I'd stay there again!
Pros:

The location is excellent and very quiet. The room had a great view of the harbour. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The room is better than the photos! It was clean, well-maintained, and very comfortable. The bed and pillows are good quality.

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Yannick • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Francisca • solo_traveller • cl
10
Best views of Chania
Pros:

The best views of Chania! It was a really lovely experience to spent a week here. George and his team are amazing hosts and always willing to help you and give you the best recommendations. The hotel is located in the touristic but quiet part of Chania so you have everything just walking distance. Thank you for everything.

Cons:

All good :)

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Bernard • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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ANTONIS • solo_traveller • cy
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Small room
Small bathroom
No balcony

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Amit • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

People in hotel, close to busy tourist area, and view.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Taylor • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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WenLea • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Felix • solo_traveller • de
8
Nettes, einfaches Hotel mit herzlicher Atmosphäre
Pros:

Schöne Lage, und vor allem sehr nettes Personal an der Rezeption, dadurch haben wir viele gute Tips bekommen, wir konnten immer alles fragen, und es gab kleine, hilfreiche Details, wie einen Sonnenschirm und Strandtücher, den wir mit an den Strand nehmen konnten, außerdem gutes Frühstücksbuffet mit Rabatt im Nachbarhotel.
Zimmer und Ausstattung waren einfach, aber wir fanden es insgesamt OK, und die nette Atmosphäre hat alle Kritikpunkte mehr als wett gemacht.

Cons:

wenig Platz, um Kleidung unterzubringen, leider keine Möglichkeit zum Trocknen von Strandtüchern oder Badekleidung (wir haben aber auch nicht gefragt - wer weiß)

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Loai • extended_group • sa
8
Excellent
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No lift in the hotel

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Excelente localização, atendimento dos funcionários maravilhosos!!

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • it
10
Pros:

Struttura in posizione centrale di chania, dietro al porto veneziano. Camera piccola ma accogliente, con tutto il necessario. Proprietario super simpatico e gentile nel consigliare spiagge asperiennze e ristoranti.

Cons:

Trovare parcheggio a chania è davvero complicato

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Tara • solo_traveller • rs
10
Pros:

Extremely hospitable staff made us feel welcome. They gave us all the information about Chania, so navigating the town and the best experiences it has to offer was a breeze!

The location was amazing. At the very heart of the Old Town, minutes away from the port, and many amazing local restaurants, shops and cafes. Its about 15 minutes in either direction to two beaches we visited, which were both very clean with clear, warm and calm waters.

Rooms had AC, and were cleaned daily. In addition to the cleaning, they were supplied with clean towels, tea, coffee and water.

An absolutely amazing experience! If we traveled to Chania again in the future, I would choose the same hotel a hundred times over! 😁

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • xx
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Bilal • solo_traveller • be
10
Pros:

10/10 – Fantastisch verblijf, prachtige locatie en uitzonderlijk warme gastvrijheid

Ik heb een werkelijk fantastische ervaring gehad in Helena Hotel. Vanaf het allereerste moment waren Gracia en Georgeos ontzettend vriendelijk, gastvrij en oprecht behulpzaam. Je merkt meteen dat hier met veel zorg en aandacht wordt gewerkt, en dat persoonlijke service echt centraal staat. Dat geeft je als gast direct een heel welkom en gewaardeerd gevoel.

De locatie is bovendien echt ideaal: midden in het centrum van Chania en op loopafstand van alles wat je nodig hebt. Restaurants, bars, cafés, winkels en de haven liggen allemaal vlakbij. Vanuit mijn kamer had ik daarnaast een prachtig uitzicht over de haven en de baai. Elke ochtend wakker worden met dat uitzicht voelde echt als een cadeautje.

Wat mijn verblijf extra bijzonder maakte, was vooral de inzet van Georgeos. Hij heeft mij enorm goed geholpen en stond echt altijd klaar. Hij gaf me veel nuttige informatie en persoonlijke tips, hielp me met het plannen van mijn dagen en deed oprecht zijn best om mijn verblijf zo aangenaam mogelijk te maken. Het is duidelijk dat hij zijn werk met veel passie en betrokkenheid doet, en dat maakt een groot verschil. Ik waardeerde vooral dat ik hem altijd kon aanspreken met vragen; hij nam echt de tijd en dacht met me mee.

Ook bij mijn vertrek liet hij opnieuw zien hoe behulpzaam hij is. Toen ik met al mijn bagage naar het busstation moest, regelde hij nog snel een taxi voor mij zodat ik zonder stress mijn bus kon halen. Dat soort attentheid maakt echt indruk en zegt veel over de service hier.

Daarnaast verdient ook Gracia een warme vermelding. Ze was steeds vriendelijk, hartelijk en behulpzaam, en samen met Georgeos zorgt zij voor die fijne, persoonlijke sfeer die het hotel zo bijzonder maakt.

En hoewel ik haar naam helaas niet ken, wil ik ook de schoonmaakster oprecht bedanken. Mijn kamer was elke dag perfect schoon en tot in de puntjes verzorgd.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Quentin • solo_traveller • fr
10
Feel like at home
Pros:

Giorgios is very friendly. He gives you good advice about restaurants and places to visit, and he even helps you print tickets. The location is in a pretty quiet area, just near the crowded port.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Zenaida Anamaria • solo_traveller • ro
10
Paradisiac. N-am cuvinte să-mi exprim mulțumirea și admirația pentru standardele gazdelor, înalte.
Pros:

Totul. Gazdele: mai mult decât perfecte... m-au ajutat enorm cu bagajul, cu taxiurile, cu informațiile... PROFESIONALISM 100%. Amabilitate: 100%. Locația: cea mai bună posibilă. Curățenia: peste așteptări, perfectă... Totul: perfect.

Cons:

Nu există ceva care să nu-mi fi plăcut.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Paula Angela • solo_traveller • ph
10
Pros:

The receptionist, Georgis, is really helpful! He allowed us to leave our luggage early and helped us book tours and taxis. The location is perfect and close to everything in Old Chania Town. Very affordable price and the hotel is really clean and well-kept. Would book again in a heartbeat.

Cons:

None.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • couple • au
10
Great location, great room, great host, highly recommend.
Pros:

Fantastic location, right in the heart of old town Chania, close to the bus station and lots of restaurants and shops. Room was great, big comfortable bed and good facilities. Host was incredibly helpful, gave us a detailed handwritten map of places to go and things to see which really made our trip.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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MANOLIS • solo_traveller • gr
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee