In the heart of Chania Town, Elia Dorotheou offers a warm welcome with an airport shuttle, dry cleaning/laundry services, and tour/ticket assistance. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of a front-desk safe for added security.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
Laundry
Housekeeping
The current price is ¥11,607
¥11,607
¥13,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
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Located near the beach, Elia Dorotheou is in Old Town Chania, a neighborhood in Chania. Old Venetian Harbor and Port of Souda are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nea Chora Beach and Golden Beach. Maritime Museum of Crete and Greek National Football Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Chania travel guide
731 32, Crete, Chania, Dorotheou Episkopou 24
What's nearby
Old Venetian Harbor
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Chania Central Market
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Maritime Museum of Crete
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Agora
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Chania Lighthouse
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Getting around
Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ)
30 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks
2 min walk
Old Story
1 min walk
Γυροτεχνείο
2 min walk
beans + tales
1 min walk
Café Kentrikon
1 min walk
About this property
Elia Dorotheou
Hotel near Old Venetian Harbor
Close to Nea Chora Beach, Elia Dorotheou provides amenities like an airport shuttle and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), airport pick-up service (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
Tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Elia Dorotheou offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Elia Betolo Hotel, Episkopou Dorotheou 24, Chania 731 32]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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 0.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per room
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Elia Dorotheou Hotel Crete
Elia Dorotheou Hotel
Elia Dorotheou Crete
Elia Dorotheou Episkopou Hotel Chania
Elia Dorotheou Episkopou Hotel
Elia Dorotheou Episkopou Chania
Elia Dorotheou
Elia Dorotheou Hotel
Elia Dorotheou Chania
Elia Dorotheou Episkopou
Elia Dorotheou Hotel Chania
Frequently asked questions
Is Elia Dorotheou pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Elia Dorotheou?
As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elia Dorotheou on Mar 12, 2026 start from ¥11,607, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Elia Dorotheou?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Elia Dorotheou?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Elia Dorotheou provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of EUR 30 per room applies.
Where is Elia Dorotheou located?
Located in Old Town Chania, this hotel is steps from Mitropoleos Square and Old Venetian Harbor. Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary and Cretan House Folklore Museum are just steps away.
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Reviews
Elia Dorotheou Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Everything was good, from friendly check-in, great room with excellent facilities and a delicious breakfast.
We like the Elia hotels very much and have already booked another stay.
Jill
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Scott
May 15, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Amazing location on a charming side street in Chania and very walkable.
Can be tough to find initially though. There was a large stain on the chair which I used the provided robe to cover it up. Strange smell in the room which was off-putting. Quite loud until 2am every night since there is a restaurant directly outside.
When I arrived I found they had moved me to another nearby property, Elia Potie. The room they gave me was larger than what I'd reserved, and had very nice decor. And a small balcony! It is in the heart of shopping & restaurants, and a short walk to the harbor. The only drawback was that there was a popular nightspot on the ground floor of the building, with music and crowd noises until around midnight. The noise level wasn't too much, and should not bother you unless you're a light sleeper.
Be aware, you will check in at Elia Betolo, a short distance from both Elia Dortheou Episkopou and Elia Potie. Breakfast is at Elia Betolo as well, if you reserved a room including that. Note that all three hotels are on the edge of the Old Town which restricts motorized traffic. If you have a car you will need to park and walk a distance to the hotel. Also, there are no lifts (elevators to Americans). There is only one key per room.
Camas extremamente confortáveis. Hotel na região central de Chania, muito bom. O ponto negativo é que embaixo do hotel funciona um restaurante que tem pessoas falando alto até de madrugada, o que pode atrapalhar quem tem sono leve.
Stanza al piano terra troppo umida, tanto che è presente un deumidificatore, che però non risolve il problema.
Mal isolata dall' esterno, dove è presente un locale che impedisce di dormire fino alle due di notte, quando chiude.
Rumori e cigolii dalle scale e dai solai delle camere superiori.
Raccordi della doccia montati senza guarnizioni, che, per assurdo, sono state lasciate all' esterno legate con un elastico. Il che causa un notevole spreco d' acqua.
Marita
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Veronica
Jul 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Veldig god service, helt ok rom. Føltes ut som det var en del mugg på både rom og toalett. Men veldig sentralt så det var et pluss.
I booked a room with balcony and they gave me room with just a tiny window over the bed overlooking a roof of another buildng so it was useless! They said that hotels.com made a mistake and lied that the hotel didn’t had balcony’s bit clearly you could see one on the third floor! So Hotels.com contacted them and they offered me a room with balcony the next day of my two day stay! I didn’t want it after cuz i didn’t wanna go through the hustle of changing rooms and i was upset that they lied to me when they said that the hotel doesn’t have balcony’s! The room btw was ok for the money you are paying in Chania! Plus the check in is a mess! You have to go to a sister hotel of that one to check in but that is not mentioned anywhere! I had luck to ask one of the people who was staying there in the hotel already and help me out!
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
6/10 Okay
andrea
Nov 17, 2019
Nos dijeron una habitacion interna y con humedad però nos la cambiaron a otra.
El problema es que hay mucho ruido por la noche
Cute and comfy hotel, the only problem is the noise from outside restaurant, even with the windows closed cannot be avoided. But it is not the fault of the hotel really, just something to keep in mind if you are a light sleeper.
We loved how spacious the room was and the hotel is in an awesome location. Front desk suggested we go to Golden beach and we’re glad we did! Short public bus to the beach. Awesome stay.
Friendly staff couldn't have been more helpful when I told them of noise from event happening in street below. Was upgraded to double room away from noise for remainder of stay - thank you. This small hotel is excellently located close to pretty harbour, restaurants and bus station. Had a great weeks holiday.
+ Rooms are really nice: simple, clean and modern (I loved the bathroom faucet!).
+ Location is excellent.
+ Tv, air conditioner, safe locker, small refrigator, toothbrush, small shampoo bottle etc are found in the room. Also free wifi.
+ Bed is great (semi-hard mattress is really good for your back!) and memory foam pillow is great.
- Once you enter the building where the rooms are, you notice an odor which is best described as a mix of fresh paint and a mold problem. Later I noticed that air humidity is quite high and water stays on a shower floor for a very long time, if you don't wipe it with a towel. There's definitely mold problem in this building.
- Closed windows don't block any sound here, so bring your earplugs if you are bothered by sounds when you sleep - there's a small restaurant under windows. With ear plugs I slept ok.
- No light-blocking curtains in the rooms, so you might wake up early in the morning because of the light.
- Tiny, black, flying butterfly-looking insects in the bathroom.
- And finally the worst: Cockroaches. Hotel stuff was really nice until I very politely told them that there was two cockroaches in my room. No apologing, no nothing, just explaining that "we don't have them in our house, they come outside".
Despite the moldy odor and other little minuses I first really liked this place and was planning to come back with my family, but this cockroach-episode changed my mind.
J'avais choisi cet hôtel pour la photo dans la rue. Je n'ai pas été déçu, tout le quartier est comme ça. Du coup le stationnement est un peu compliqué. Pas trop à se plaindre du bruit, une remarque sur l'éclairage de l'escalier qui n'a pas été réparé malgré notre demande.
hervé
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
May 14, 2017
Liked: Cleanliness
Συμπαθητική επιλογή - χρήζει βελτιώσεων
Συμπαθητική επιλογή - Στα θετικά: πολύ κεντρική τοποθεσία, άνετο κρεβάτι - Στα αρνητικά: μικρός χώρος (αυτό βέβαια το γνώριζα προκαταβολικά), υγρασία στον τοίχο, μια καμπάνα από κοντινή εκκλησία που ακούγεται τόσο δυνατά που την πρώτη φορά τρομάζεις (μετά συνηθίζεις), οι πόρτες στο μπάνιο (και η κυρίως και της ντουζιέρας κάνουν απίστευτα ενοχλητικό θόρυβο για να κλείσουν), λείπει η λάμπα πάνω από το φωτιστικό του κρεβατιού
Το check in -check out γινεται στο παρακείμενο κεντρικό ξενοδοχείο της αλυσίδας - και οι δυο receptionists π ου συνάντησα ήταν εξαιρετικά ευγενικοί και εξυπηρετικοί
Verified traveler
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Mar 18, 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
nice hotel
good clean comfortable and relaxed room for a day stay in the center of old town