Serenissima Boutique Hotel fits in perfectly on the traditional streets of historic Chania. Couples are drawn here for the romantic atmosphere and quality, personal service that the small boutique provides. The restored 16th-century building has a fresh look with pale-pink walls and wooden double doors. Charming interior spaces are done with natural materials and a minimalist design. Tile or wood floors, exposed beam ceilings, and stone walls with arched doorways create a traditional feel, honoring the Venetian heritage of the area. The lobby is a cozy space with white sofas and modern chairs, plus a lending library on suspended shelving. It is an elegant blend of modern and traditional features. An interior courtyard offers a beautiful spot to sit or enjoy meals, with potted trees, flowers, and creeping vines creating a relaxing space. 

This hotel is in the charming and historic Old Venetian Harbor area of Chania, a popular tourist town on the northwestern coast of Crete. It is a one-minute walk from the harbor and ideally located for exploring the historic sites, museums, restaurants, and shops in this walkable section of the city. The Archaeological Museum of Chania is a five-minute walk from the hotel, as is a Byzantine Museum full of period artwork. Nea Chora Beach -- a 15-minute walk away -- is popular with tourists and locals, and becomes quite crowded. Visitors are not allowed to drive in most areas, but there is free public parking a five-minute walk from the hotel, and it is an eight-minute walk to a public bus depot. A water park is a 20-minute drive outside the city makes a great day trip for kids. Samaria Gorge -- popular with nature lovers and hikers -- is a 90-minute drive away. Chania International Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel. 

Beautiful rooms maintain the traditional elegance of the rest of the hotel. The minimalist design incorporates wood floors, stone walls, white furniture, and steel-blue accents to create a relaxing and contemporary atmosphere. Coco-Mat mattresses, pillow menus, and high-end linens on king-size beds ensure a cozy sleep. All rooms are air-conditioned and have modern amenities consisting of flat-screen smart TVs, minibars, safes, kettles with coffee and tea, and ironing facilities. Some rooms open onto the interior space or have a balcony over the courtyard, while other rooms have windows looking over the city street, but harbor views are not available. Upgrades offer options like sitting areas, oversized bathtubs, coffee machines, or beautiful private terraces. Cement bathrooms are modern, equipped with shower/tub combos and rainfall showerheads. Hairdryers, robes, and slippers are provided, and free toiletries include soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion. Twice-daily housekeeping is provided. 

Features here are limited to a few quality offerings, but the highlight is friendly service from a staff willing to accommodate guests’ needs. The on-site restaurant is open during the busy season and offers delicious dinners of traditional Cretan and Mediterranean dishes. There is a choice of three set menus or a la carte fare. The sumptuous free breakfast is made-to-order year-round. The wine bar has a wide range of wines from around the world, with a sommelier to assist guests with selections and parings. There is a hammam for guest use, plus massages and facial treatments are arranged on request. Wi-Fi is free throughout.