Hilton Hotels & Resorts officially opened the Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa on July 13, 2026, marking the brand’s first flagship property in Chania, Crete. The urban resort is located within a five-minute walk of Chania’s historic old town entrance and about 20 minutes from Chania International Airport. This launch represents Hilton’s return to Greece with more than 50 hotels currently operating nationwide.
Accommodation and Amenities
The new resort houses 85 rooms and suites, designed to accommodate families and leisure travelers. Each accommodation includes a private balcony, with select units featuring in-room saunas and views of the Aegean Sea. The property
boasts a heated rooftop infinity pool overlooking the coastline and a botanical garden designed to showcase panoramic sunset vistas of the water and old town. Indoor and outdoor heated pools and a fully equipped fitness center support wellness activities.
Dining and Culinary Offerings
Dining options at Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa include Poème de la Canée, an all-day restaurant spread over two levels serving Mediterranean cuisine and signature cocktails. The rooftop restaurant and bar, Céleste, features a heated infinity pool and offers panoramic sea views alongside a curated menu. The hotel also introduces Fauchon Café Pâtisserie to Greece, showcasing French pastries, desserts,
and gourmet sandwiches in the lobby. The C Bar lounge provides a selection of aged spirits and premium cigars for guests seeking an elevated evening experience.
Wellness and Spa Facilities
The resort’s spa operates under the L’Occitane en Provence brand, featuring four treatment rooms dedicated to face and body therapies. Spa amenities include a hammam, saunas, steam baths, and relaxation areas promoting restoration and balance. An indoor heated pool with natural light and an outdoor heated pool complement the wellness offerings. The fitness center is equipped with advanced technology and personalized training programs, while a retail boutique carries L’Occitane skincare, body care, and fragrance
products.
Events and Hilton Honors Benefits
The hotel offers flexible event spaces capable of hosting up to 120 guests, suitable for weddings, conferences, corporate meetings, and retreats. Hilton Honors members booking directly benefit from exclusive discounts, flexible payment options combining points and money, and free standard Wi-Fi. The Hilton Honors mobile app provides members with digital tools to manage their stays efficiently.
Officials from Hilton and Tsiledakis Group emphasized the strategic importance of the resort. According to Hilton’s senior vice president for Continental Europe, this opening signals renewed expansion in Greece’s hospitality sector, bringing a distinctive guest experience to Chania near its historic core. Tsiledakis
Group’s vice president of development and operations highlighted the investment’s long-term vision to operate year-round, enhance local hospitality standards, and strengthen the regional economy while preserving Crete’s authentic cultural character.
The Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa integrates global hospitality standards with local culture, advancing Chania as an international destination open every day of the year. It joins Hilton’s portfolio of over 50 hotels in Greece, reflecting growing demand for premium accommodations along Crete’s Aegean coastline.
