Your stay — Casa Leone
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The Property — Casa Leone
Casa Leone is a small 3-star hotel in a restored 17th-century Venetian building right on Chania’s old harbour. Its lobby is a cool, stone-floored space with arched windows looking onto the waterfront tables and the lighthouse beyond. The vibe is simple and authentic – think exposed beams, tiled floors and a breakfast terrace that catches the morning sun. It suits travellers who want to be in the middle of the action without paying for hotel restaurants or pools, and who prioritise location over luxury.
Chronicles of Chania
Chania was founded as the Minoan settlement of Kydonia around 3,000 BC, and later became a major city under Venetian rule from 1204 to 1645. The Venetians built the harbour, the lighthouse and the fortified walls that still define the old town. After the Ottomans took over, they added minarets and bathhouses, many of which survive today next to Orthodox churches. In the early 20th century, Chania became the capital of the semi-autonomous Cretan State, and its 1913 union with Greece is still celebrated annually. Today the city is a laid-back cultural hub, balancing its maritime heritage with a lively café scene and modern art galleries.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chania guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm enough for swimming and sightseeing, but with thinner crowds than July and August. The meltemi wind keeps afternoons fresh in summer.
Peak / festival surge
July and August – Chania fills with European tourists and cruise passengers. Hotel prices double or triple from spring rates. The main event is the August full moon concerts at the 16th-century Firkas fortress.
Budget shoulder season
Late September and October – still 25-28°C, but flights and hotels drop by 30-50%. The sea is warm, the old town is walkable, and the crowds thin out after mid-month.
Weather & packing
Chania can feel like two climates: hot and still by day, but with a sharp, cool sea breeze after sunset. Pack a light jacket or pashmina for evening waterside dinners, and always bring a sunhat that won’t blow off in the harbour gusts.
Live City Briefing — Chania
- Chania’s old harbour pedestrian zone has been extended along Akti Kountourioti to reduce traffic noise – you’ll find more café space and fewer scooters near Casa Leone.
- The city’s new municipal parking garage at the eastern entrance of the old town (near the market) opened in late 2025, easing the hunt for a spot in July.
- Several waterfront restaurants have introduced fixed-price daytime menus this summer to compete with cruise-ship crowds; look for tavernas advertising ‘meze sets’ for €15-20.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Leone, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) facing the quiet courtyard or side street to minimise traffic noise from Chania’s main roads. Corner rooms at the back often offer more quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms overlooking the front street (especially on floors 1–2) due to potential scooter, pedestrian, and bar noise late into the night from the Old Town area. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft – lift rumble can be audible at all hours.
Best views
A high floor with a side or rear orientation gives a rooftop view of Chania’s old town and perhaps a sliver of the harbour – the best you’ll get from a 3-star property.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above tend to be quieter because they are farther from street-level noise and the reception/lobby area.
🔊 Noise notes
Chania’s central streets are busy with mopeds, delivery vans, and late-night revellers. The hotel’s street-facing rooms will catch this noise, especially on weekends. Lift motor hum can be an issue on floors 1–2 if your room is next to the shaft.
Insider tips
1) If you’re sensitive to noise, request a room at the back (courtyard side) when booking – this isn’t always available online but staff can note it. 2) The hotel has no parking, so drop bags first then park in the public lot 5 mins north (follow signs to ‘Chania Parking’ near the port – about €8/day).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Casa Leone
Free Wi-Fi throughout, average speed 20 Mbps, log in once per device per stay
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspaper access via PressReader on guest devices; building is a converted 19th-century Venetian mansion with stone courtyard and original archways
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop from 11:00; late check-out fee €30 until 14:00 (subject to availability, confirm at front desk)
Free luggage storage at reception on check-in day and check-out day
Step-free access at main entrance; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; lift fits standard wheelchair; no rooms with roll-in shower
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Akti Papanikoli 1 (Chania Central Parking) €12 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Synagogue: Etz Hayyim Synagogue (296 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου (374 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Holy Metropolitan Church of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary (Trimartiri) (442 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Μητρόπολη (463 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ΦΩΤΕΙΝΑΚΗΣ STORE — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Πλατεία Τάλω — 285 m · ~4 min walk
Ναυτικό Μουσείο Κρήτης — 64 m · ~1 min walk
Θέατρο Βλησίδη — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Apivita Spa — 359 m · ~4 min walk
Casa Latino — 99 m · ~1 min walk
ΚΤΕΛ - Σταθμός Υπεραστικών Λεωφορείων Νομού Χανίων — 850 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and along the port.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; smaller tavernas and markets may prefer cash.
Not expected but appreciated – round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants; tip taxi drivers a couple of euros; hotel staff welcome a few euros for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek coffee (frappé or freddo) at a kafeneio costs around €3–4.
A gyros pita from a street vendor or casual grill is about €3–5.
A main course at a neighbourhood taverna runs €8–12 for classics like moussaka or souvlaki.
The Old Town laneways around Skalidi and Theofanous have skewer grills and souvlaki joints for cheap eats.
Supermarket chains like Sklavenitis and AB Vassilopoulos are common in the area.
The Agora market and side streets near the harbour sell affordable clothing and sandals.
Walking is easiest; otherwise, a single bus ticket is €1.20. From the airport, the public bus (line 21) costs about €2.50 and runs to the city centre.
Eat lunch at tavernas (often cheaper than dinner); buy bulk water and snacks at supermarkets; use the free city tour map from the tourist office to avoid overpriced guided walks.
Good to know — Chania
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
ChaniaFor general emergencies in Greece, dial 112 (works in English). For Chania-specific assistance, the tourist police (Chania office) can be reached at +30 28210 27072. Local hospitals: Chania General Hospital 'Agios Georgios' (+30 28213 42000).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chania, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa Leone
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 146 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Apivita Spa — 359 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sorta Apartments (stop: Agia Marina) → Chania Old Town (stop: Venizelou Square)
💡 Buy a 24-hour ticket for 3.50€ if you plan multiple trips; the bus runs along the coastal road and gets packed in summer—stand by the rear door.
Sorta Apartments → Chania Old Town
💡 Use Taxi Chania app to avoid haggling; taxis in Crete rarely use meters for short hops—agree the fare before getting in.
Chania International Airport (CHQ) → Chania City Bus Station (near Sorta Apartments)
💡 Get the KTEL app for real-time schedules; the bus drops you a 7-min walk from Sorta Apartments, but luggage space is tight.
Chania International Airport (CHQ) → Sorta Apartments, Chania
💡 Book through the Welcome Pickups app for a fixed rate of 30€; local taxis often don't have card readers.
About Chania
Wikipedia ↗
Chania (Greek: Χανιά, Khaniá, pronounced [xaˈɲa] ), also sometimes romanized as Hania, is a city in Greece and the capital of the Chania regional unit. It lies along the north west coast of the island Crete, about 70 km (43 mi) west of Rethymno and 145 km (90 mi) west of Heraklion. The municipality ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa Leone?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) facing the quiet courtyard or side street to minimise traffic noise from Chania’s main roads. Corner rooms at the back often offer more quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Leone?
Avoid rooms overlooking the front street (especially on floors 1–2) due to potential scooter, pedestrian, and bar noise late into the night from the Old Town area. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft – lift rumble can be audible at all hours.
Is Casa Leone noisy?
Chania’s central streets are busy with mopeds, delivery vans, and late-night revellers. The hotel’s street-facing rooms will catch this noise, especially on weekends. Lift motor hum can be an issue on floors 1–2 if your room is next to the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Leone?
A high floor with a side or rear orientation gives a rooftop view of Chania’s old town and perhaps a sliver of the harbour – the best you’ll get from a 3-star property.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Leone?
1) If you’re sensitive to noise, request a room at the back (courtyard side) when booking – this isn’t always available online but staff can note it. 2) The hotel has no parking, so drop bags first then park in the public lot 5 mins north (follow signs to ‘Chania Parking’ near the port – about €8/day).
What time is check-in at Casa Leone?
Check-in at Casa Leone is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Leone have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, average speed 20 Mbps, log in once per device per stay
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Leone?
€1.50 per room per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Leone?
A gyros pita from a street vendor or casual grill is about €3–5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Leone?
Walking is easiest; otherwise, a single bus ticket is €1.20. From the airport, the public bus (line 21) costs about €2.50 and runs to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Chania?
May, June, September – warm enough for swimming and sightseeing, but with thinner crowds than July and August. The meltemi wind keeps afternoons fresh in summer.
Top Attractions in Chania
💡 Walk up the ramp inside the main gate for a photo spot over the harbour. The small museum inside costs €4 but the ramparts are free.
💡 Go mid-morning when stalls are fully stocked. Don't buy olive oil from the first stand – compare prices at the back. Free tasting of olives and cheeses if you ask politely.
💡 At sunset, sit on the low wall by the palm trees near the beach volleyball court. The light hits the old town walls perfectly. No entry fee, no facilities – bring water.
💡 Visit at sunrise to avoid crowds and get clean photos. The lighthouse path is free but gets busy after 10am.
💡 Walk 10 minutes west along the coastal path from the harbour. Avoid the area near the central drain pipe – swim further east.