Platanias Holidays

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A fun-filled Cretan resort

West of Chania and next door to Agia Marina, Platanias is a bustling coastal resort on the island of Crete, with a lively strip, a charming Old Town and a long, sandy beach. Platanias holidays offer up some of the best nightlife in western Crete – on summer evenings certain areas are flooded with locals and holidaymakers having fun until the sun comes up. You’ll have your pick of excellent restaurants and tavernas, too.

For those who fancy a stroll, the Old Town spreads up the hillside, providing fantastic views of the coast and the island of Theodorou. There are numerous water sports to keep you occupied during the day, all centred around the small harbour in the middle of town. Not only that, from May to September you can watch endangered loggerhead turtles nesting on the sand – a unique and magical sight. Together, it all makes holidays to Platanias an unbeatable combination of fun, beach frolics, nature and relaxation.

Best things to do

Visit a village
Drive through spectacular mountain scenery to the historic village of Theriso. The nearby gorge, lined with chestnut and oak trees, is a great place for a hike.
Take a dive
Theodorou island is uninhabited (apart from a few goats) and is a prime snorkelling and diving spot. There are dive centres and boat services in both Platanias and Chania.
Visit a war shelter
On Platanias Hill, beneath the church, you’ll find a fascinating underground complex of rooms and tunnels, built in 1942 by German troops to store guns and ammunition.

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Why book with us?

Your Platanias questions, answered

Where’s the nearest city?

Central Chania is a 20-minute drive away. It’s a bustling place, with most of the sights clustered around the picturesque harbour, including Venetian architecture and historic churches.

Who does it suit?

Platanias is ideal for couples and those who want to have fun, but it’s also popular with families as it has all the necessary amenities in one place.

When’s best to visit?

Platanias is a buzzy resort all summer long, although it holds several lively festivals throughout August and September that are well worth making a beeline for.