San Salvatore Monastery

Hotels
9.4 (40 reviews)
Theotokopoulou 76 , Chania Town , gr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious and clean accommodations
Exceptional service by Irene
Great location
Cons:
Uncomfortable bed
Lack of upscale amenities
No microwave available

Categories

Cleanliness
9.64
Spacious and clean accommodations mentioned in reviews.
Service
9.99
Warm welcome and great assistance by Irene indicated exceptional service.
Location
9.65
Great location near restaurants and shops, yet calm and peaceful.
Room Quality
8.6
The bed quality was noted as uncomfortable, affecting overall rating.
Amenities
8.63
Lack of upscale bathroom products and no microwave mentioned.
Value for Money
9.09
A no-frills place at a higher price point, leading to mixed sentiments.
Food and Beverage
9.64
Breakfast at the property described as a delightful experience.
Overall Experience
9.99
General positive experiences noted with some minor hiccups.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:53

Property Description

Historical Venetian Monastery Setting
San Salvatore is a unique gem, housed in an original Venetian Monastery recognized by the Ephorate of Antiquities and UNESCO. The historical significance of this property adds a touch of charm to your stay.

Breathtaking Views and Spacious Suites
Each suite at San Salvatore offers stunning views of the old harbor, providing a picturesque backdrop to your vacation. The spacious accommodations ensure a comfortable and relaxing experience for all guests.

Convenient Amenities and Entertainment
From private outdoor areas to an entertainment corner for both children and adults, San Salvatore goes above and beyond to cater to your needs. The property also features an enclosed garden, cloister, and private parking, making your stay hassle-free.

Experience the historical charm and modern comforts of San Salvatore. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CHQ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for € 50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 40 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.64
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.65
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 9.09
Food and Beverage: 9.64
Overall Experience: 9.99
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Silvia extended_group id
10
Great stay and will recommend this place.
Pros:

Its spacious, clean and safe. Great location near the restaurants, shops and the port. But tucked in enough so its calm and peaceful. Warm welcome and assistance by Irene.

2025-11-20 via Nuitee
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Frans couple nl
10
Heerlijk om in zo’ historisch gebouw in de oude stad te mogen verblijven.
Pros:

De locatie en het persoonlijke contact met Irene, de eigenaar.

Cons:

Het is een beetje zoeken naar een parkeerplaats, maar dat lukt uiteindelijk altijd.

2025-10-30 via Nuitee
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KAOC couple it
9
Pluses and Minuses
Pros:

It was spacious, quiet, a good location, an interesting property. Irene was lovely.

Cons:

The messaging system was less than impressive. It took a long time for Irene to get messages - like 24 hours.
I also expected some upscale bathroom products. At least a nice body lotion, some traveler niceties. The record player in the room was not hooked up, so that was disappointing. The only sea view was from the upstairs bedroom. The downstairs bed was very uncomfortable/thin. I'm glad we weren't sharing with another couple. There is a full kitchen but they are clear you cannot eat in the rooms, so that's a little baffling. No microwave or we could have heated food up and eaten on the table on the front porch.
It's a no frills place but quite expensive. It was very satisfying in most ways but disappointing in others.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Radu couple ro
10
O experiență fabuloasa
Pros:

Experiența este fabuloasa ! O întoarcere în timp în condiții de lux și modernitate,conduși de Irene,o gazda de nota 10 plus !Micul dejun la proprietate este o adevărată expediție prin bucătăria cretana !

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
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Alessandro family_with_children it
9
2025-08-20 via Nuitee
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Stephan family_with_children de
10
Großartig für einen Stadbesuch.
Pros:

Super Lage, tolles Ambiente, sehr nette und bemühte Gastgeberin vor und auch nach der Reise. Sehr liebevoll gestaltetes Zimmer bis ins Detail.

Cons:

Da gibt es eigentlich nur das Thema Parkplatz, aber bei der Lage auch nicht verwunderlich und in Kauf zu nehmen.

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
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laura family_with_children pt
10
Wonderful stay in beautiful location! Great for families!
Pros:

Amazing location, charming setting, and very friendly helpful staff!

2025-08-07 via Nuitee
L
Luciano couple ch
10
Calme, beauté, luxe dans le cœur du centre historique d’une très belle ville.
Pros:

L’emplacement est exceptionnel, dans le cœur du centre historique, dans l’histoire.
Vue exceptionnelle sur le port.
Appartement très agréable, sur deux niveaux, avec une terrasse privative sur le port et une autre à l’opposé qui se partage avec le autres résidents.
Tout ceci a un prix, élevé mais lorsqu’on aime…

2025-07-06 via Nuitee
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Marc young couple us
10
The best
2025-05-27 via Nuitee
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Brenda young couple us
10
Irene, was a very welcoming, generous host. Her communication helped guide us to a very comfortable visit. The location
Pros:

Comfortable, clean, the view and location. Wonderful host.

Cons:

Wish we could have stayed longer

2025-05-03 via Nuitee
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Deborah young couple cy
6
Great location and friendly hosts. For the price, the room needs updates to stay competitive.
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

Access to the bathroom requires leaving the main living space through a door into a second space that is via a kitchen area. Cold lighting and dated furniture needs updating.

2025-04-08 via Nuitee
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Melanie young couple ca
10
Outstanding historic property that made our trip to Crete extra special and memorable.
Pros:

We had an incredible stay at this property. Our host was welcoming, kind and attentive to our requests. The room was spacious, well appointed and in an incredible location. It was truly such a privilege to stay in an historic property such as this. The breakfasts made by our host were lovely -- exceptional Cretan food, thoughtfully prepared. Would recommend without hesitation.

Cons:

Nothing -- we loved our stay here.

2024-12-04 via Nuitee
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Judith with friends us
6
I wouldn’t spend the money to stay there again. I was expecting something a little more luxurious and special, based on
Pros:

It was a nice location, very convenient to old town.

Cons:

We thought we were getting a two room suite, but the second bed was in a loft with very steep steps, and there were steps to the bathroom, which is not ideal for middle of the night bathroom trips. Also the coffee pot was in the room where it would wake everyone up.

2024-11-05 via Nuitee
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aaron partner
8
Pros:

This property is very nice great views. I don’t think it was worth the asking price though. Lastly, the property manager will go in the room randomly without permission . Was charged extra fees due to “excessive food”, and all I had was peanuts no dinner items. I got a random text asking me not to drink so much while out in the shopping area on my wife on our honeymoon. I thought this was a bit odd.

2024-09-19 via Nuitee
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Yun family with young children us
10
It’s a wonderful stay.
Pros:

location, facilities, breakfast

Cons:

none

2024-09-12 via Nuitee
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Warren group ca
9
Thank you for your gracious hospitality! Hopefully we will be back in the future
Pros:

Amazing location! Beautiful building. Unique and had character. Would stay here again.

Cons:

The bathroom and kitchen area in this room is uncomfortably warm. However the AC was fantastic in the main 2 level bedroom/sitting area. Super cute outdoor space overlooking the courtyard. Great ambiance.

2024-09-05 via Nuitee
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George family with young children au
10
Wonderful stay with an awesome view
Pros:

We had a fantastic stay. Irene was a warm, welcoming host and always available to help. The view from the apartment was amazing, second to none. It was a shame our stay was not longer and I would thoroughly recommend.

Cons:

Nothing

2024-08-28 via Nuitee
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Jennie group ch
10
One of a kind accommodation with history, peacefulness and stunning location
Pros:

The host Irene was fabulous, the perfect balance of presence/friendliness/hospitality with a personal touch. The property is a historical wonder as one might expect so it definitely lived up to expectations. Peaceful, well-maintained and a welcome respite from the heat (extremely thick walls)/crowds yet so very accessible with a stunning location.
Bathroom amenities included products from Apitiva - a great brand from Greece based on natural products which was a real treat as were the delicious breakfasts (option to choose on situ or at a local bistro/restaurant). As my friend and I booked the 2 bed apartment on the ground floor which came with a private covered outdoor seating area come patio, we opted for having breakfast there so had a lovely view of the garden/cloisters.

Cons:

Having to leave on departure day!

2024-08-23 via Nuitee
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Jacob young couple il
10
This is one of the most special accommodation sites I have known in Crete and in Greece in general.
Pros:

My wife and I stayed at this wonderful place for 2 nights. This is one of the most special accommodation sites I have known in Crete and in Greece in general. The service was excellent and the pleasantness and relaxation that surround the place are priceless.

Cons:

Everything was very good

2024-06-15 via Nuitee
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Susan young couple us
9
It’s a unique place to stay in a great location! We were very glad we chose to stay there.
Pros:

The suite is in an old restored monastery and beautifully done. It’s near the harbor and close to shopping and restaurants. Parking is very difficult to find but if you use a taxi or Uber, it’s a great location. The host was charming and very helpful and the room was very clean and spacious.

Cons:

The bed and pillows were too firm for our liking but might suit other guests.

2024-05-05 via Nuitee