Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property

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3 restaurants; lunch and dinner served
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3 restaurants; lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Platanias, Platanias, Crete Island, 73014
  • Place, Platanias Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Platanias Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Agia Marina Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room with Garden or Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

Double Room with Side Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

Family Room, Pool View (Maisonette)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

Studio with Garden or Pool View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

Junior Suite with Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free wired internet

Superior Suite with Private Pool and Sea View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Platanias

Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Beach. This 322-room, 5-star resort has 6 indoor and 5 outdoor pools, along with a marina.

What's nearby

  • Platanias Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Platanias Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Agia Marina Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • OLEA Shopping Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • War Shelter of Platanias - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian restaraunt authentic - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cugini - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gregory's Pool, Bar & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Waves Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Limanaki Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa

Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa features a marina, a full-service spa, and 6 indoor pools. If you drive, self parking is EUR 5 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 50 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury resort include 5 outdoor pools, a water park, and a children's pool.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free wired internet keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Balconies or patios, minibars, and electric kettles are also standard.
3 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and a water park (surcharge) with waterslides are featured at the resort. 5 outdoor swimming pools, 6 indoor swimming pools, and 2 hot tubs are on site. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Sparkling Spa has 9 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 5 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Helios and Eros
  • Ikaros Roof Garden
  • Island

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • 6 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Water park
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • 6 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (8,073 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 60
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property enforces a strict dress code in the restaurant during dinner.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 5 per day
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 60 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number 1042Κ015A0002601

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Porto Platanias Beach
Porto Platanias Beach Resort
Porto Platanias Beach Hotel Platanias
Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa Crete - Chania
Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa Crete - Chania
Porto Platanias Beach Resort Spa
Porto Platanias & Platanias
Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa Resort
Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa Platanias
Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa Resort Platanias

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

As of Jun 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa on Jun 27, 2026 start from $262, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

This resort in Platanias is within a 10-minute walk of Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Beach. You'll also find Kalamaki Beach and Agioi Apostoloi Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for EUR 5 per day. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Is there a spa available at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

Sparkling Spa is the resort's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages, hydrotherapy, and aromatherapy.

Does Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as 5 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, and a beach bar at this resort.

Does Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa have a casino?

No, Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, this resort has 6 indoor pools as well as 5 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

This beachfront resort offers many amenities for couples such as a beach bar and 3 restaurants with some guestrooms featuring a private pool.

Are there hot tubs at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

No, but this resort does have a steam room.

Does Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa.

Are there connecting rooms at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa is Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ), which is 21.9 mi away (47 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa comes with a balcony/patio and some offer garden and pool views.

Does Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Porto Platanias Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 229 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely well managed hotel with friendly accommodating staff. Beautiful surroundings, excellent value for money.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a great location a lot of options .
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the resort, very convenient and clean. On a beautiful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Senayet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful ocean view and customer service excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In love with this place

Beautiful Hotel resort, just loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love it the hotel is nice .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Very clean. All staff extremely helpful and polite. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Valbona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms need some improvements but overall nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, clean, and very friendly staff. The area a bit too touristic for my taste, but that's ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average, not 5 star standard

Average stay. More top end 3 star / 4 star. Definitely not 5 star. Good location but everything else below expectation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was amazing
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool in the room was great!!! Staff is excellent. Amaryllis was so helpful and kind. She was so patience in booking our excursions. The only thing I would like to see if blue walls or tiles around the outdoor pool in our room. The beige is blah but otherwise we had a ball.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came back for a second year with our 2 boys and loved our stay yet again. We were given a free upgrade to a superior family mezzanine room which was a fab start to the stay. Our balconies overlooked the harbour, our favourite pool and the mountains behind. The breakfast buffet was a highlight, as it was last year, the pools were always accessible and never overcrowded and the safety of the resort meant we were never worried about the boys (10 and 12) going between beach and pool. The room was ideal for our family. The hotel is situated in the middle of loads of family friendly restaurants all serving delicious food and we were able to rent a car for the day easily, with access to the hotel’s free parking also.
View from our balcony
The beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was really clean, food lovely and can cater for all. Did not feel this hotel was value for money. Limited day time activities and a DJ once a week which was awful. For a 5 star hotel it should have better options for the evening. Also sevixe in dining rooms was poor.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ayesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. But, the hotel is more like 4 stars rather than 5.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jones

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Trine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Loved the room and the view we got. View to the lounge bar and the adult pool. Very nice. Loved the service from the bartender at Hermes lounge bar, he was so kind and gave excellent service! Worth visiting and chat with him!🌸 Also the location was perfect, close to the beach and the night life in Platanias ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 night stay

Family resort. feels like 1000's of people there. Crowded. If that does not bother you, ok place. Noise at night from pool or karioki irritating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice holiday with kids

We were traveling with two families, children 4, 5, 7 and 7. The hotel was great! Lots of great pools, great location and really nice two bedroom room. Animation team, which was responsible for the program and especially children / kids club was great. Our kid spent 1-2 hours each day (except one) in kids club and also joined the mini disco in the evening. There were lots of great people in the animation team and our kids loved those people there. There are also really many nice restaurants near by. I can only recommend and we are already planning another trip there next summer.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the reception is very friendly and helpful but the room service doesn’t always respect the do not disturb sign and will not only walk in (more than once) whether you’re still in bed or in the shower but will insist to ask to clean the room even when you say no. It’s unfortunate because the rest of the experience, amenities, site, etc. Was excellent.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel is in a great location and has all the amenities necessary for a family holiday. Was disappointing that there was absolutely no guest/ customer service. All inclusive is terrible and confusing along with the processes and systems the hotel has. Such a shame for a property that could be amazing. A let down for our family holiday and won’t return in future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great food, great beach, clean and modern hotel

We stayed for four nights with all inclusive. Excellent buffets - three meals a day. Beach is very close and very kid-friendly. There are snorkelling opportunities along the stone pier on the left side of the beach. We also took a two-hour boat excursion to the nearby island, which is recommended. In general, a very comfortable and relaxing stay. Rooms are modern and clean, we had a maisonette for four persons with a small balcony. Just a few areas of improvement: a) the safety lockers should be included in the price, b) there were very few power outlets in the rooms for charging and there were nowhere to hang towels in the shower room. c) it would have been nice to get a few water bottles daily to the room, as part of the all inclusive deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sefik

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overpriced Hotel with Hidden Extra Charges

First of all, the hotel was definitely not worth the money we paid. Many services that should be included in a five-star hotel came with additional charges here. For example, even if you are an all-inclusive guest, you still have to pay 5 euros for one sunbed on the beach. Access to the indoor pools and sauna costs 20 euros per person, and the water park is also an extra charge. They told us that beach towels could only be changed every two days. Moreover, one of the reception staff members (not all, but this one in particular) was extremely rude. For the price we paid, we essentially just got a bed to sleep in and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024