Your stay — Hotel Medousa
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Local Lifestyle & Recreation
War Shelter Platanias — 992 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet ATM — 72 m · ~1 min walk
Blue sea villas — 951 m · ~12 min walk
Tourist Market — 159 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Souda airport and tourist shops in Chania Old Town, which have poor rates and high fees.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and supermarkets; some small tavernas and market stalls prefer cash. Contactless works at most terminals.
Round up the bill at tavernas (5-10% for good service); coins for taxi drivers and one euro per bag for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso at a local kafeneio is about €2.50.
A gyros or souvlaki pita from a takeaway shop costs around €3.50.
A main course of grilled meat or fish at a taverna is typically €10-14.
Cheap eats cluster around the Old Harbour and the central market on Sifaka Street.
Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are common in Chania town and near the 73014 area.
The market street (Sifaka) and side alleys in the Old Town have affordable boutiques; avoid the harbour-front tourist traps.
Bus from Souda airport to Chania centre costs €2.50; a day pass on the local bus network is €4.50.
Shop for groceries at Lidl rather than mini-markets; eat at tavernas away from the waterfront for lower prices; use the bus rather than taxis for short trips.
Good to know — Chania
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · 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 Hotel Medousa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet ATM — 72 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Blue sea villas — 951 m · ~12 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Hotel Medousa?
Check-in at Hotel Medousa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Medousa?
A gyros or souvlaki pita from a takeaway shop costs around €3.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Medousa?
Bus from Souda airport to Chania centre costs €2.50; a day pass on the local bus network is €4.50.
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.