Expert reviews
“Luxury is taken very seriously at this elegant 17th-century mansion in the Venetian quarter. Choose from standard rooms, one-bedroom apartments and suites, which come in various sizes but are all richly fitted out with bespoke furniture, marble floors and romantic flourishes.”
“Stylish and sophisticated, with chocolate and gold highlights, every room is individual and whispers history. Intimate and very grown-up, the matinee-idol looks are backed by assured and discrete service; it is somewhere that makes you feel very special. A classic.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Crete.
“This self-consciously stylish boutique hotel in the high-ceilinged house of Genoa merchant Giovanni Delfino is an easy drive from the region’s main sights. Apart from striking original features, the property has a bijou spa and some rooms have panoramic views over Chania’s lively cobbled harbor.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Private parking
- Excellent breakfast
- Friendly staff
- Free Wifi
All you need to know
The Casa Delfino is an exquisite boutique hotel located in the heart of the Venetian Old Town in Chania. This sixth-generation family-run business is housed in a 17th-century Venetian mansion, making this hotel a charming and historic place to stay.
The Casa Delfino features a total of 24 guestrooms and suites, all of which are luxurious and elegantly furnished. Each room has its character, offering private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary WiFi. The hotel also provides a complimentary breakfast every morning, so guests can start their day off on the right foot.
In addition to its comfortable accommodations, Casa Delfino also offers a wide range of services and amenities. Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s outdoor pool, the rooftop garden with a hot tub, and 24-hour room service.
One of the best parts of this fantastic hotel is its luxurious spa. Featuring an opulent marble steam room, an extra large whirlpool tub, two treatment rooms, and a relaxation lounge, this is the ideal spot to relax and unwind. The spa uses ingredients from the Mediterranean diet to create a rejuvenating and organic experience. Guests can book a massage, scrub, cleanse, and other body treatments.
The hotel also offers various activities and tours, including sightseeing and guided tours of San José. Guests can participate in yoga, cooking classes, and salsa dancing lessons. Additionally, this hotel’s location allows guests to easily access nearby shops, cafes, museums, bars, and other popular attractions.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
22 April 2025
Perfect, best hotel en Crete (I rarely review, this was top)
Everything. Best hotel in Crete. Location is perfect. The hotel cannot be more beautiful. More beautiful than most places in the city itself, it is a little paradise. One of the best hotel breakfasts that we ever had, and we travel often. Perfect mix of healthy options for me and sweet and local for my boyfriend. Also lots of gluten free and lactose free options. We had the spa& massage package for couples. Perfect. We go to spas often and the massage was to the level of top Europe spas. The staff has perfect English and are most polite and diligent, the dont forget you and the minimal details, like what you liked for breakfast the day prior. Most happy to help you out with anything. Recommend it 100%. We travel often and I don't always leave reviews but Casa Delfino was perfect.
16 April 2025
The entire stay was enjoyable!
The food selection
15 April 2025
It was very enjoyable and the location was wonderful.
Breakfast was fantastic, especially the fresh orange juice. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.
We had asked for twin beds, but didn’t get them. It was ok. The bathtub drain overflowed. There should have been a sign to drain it slowly. We couldn’t adjust the air conditioning when it was too hot at night.
4 April 2025
Beautiful hotel with amazing staff. Highly recommended
Beyond impressed by how beautiful and amazing this hotel is. The food was insanely good every morning and the staff went above and beyond without even needing to ask. We will absolutely be coming back here asap
26 March 2025
100% all round wonderful stay
As a solo traveler, one of the best things that can happen at a hotel is that you’re made to feel comfortable and cared for. This hotel is absolutely top-notch. It’s run so well it’s so efficient and everyone literally everyone was kind and helpful. The recommendations for dinner we’re fantastic. I wish I would’ve gotten everybody’s names to put them down, but Maria was one person who was helpful. The hotel was beautiful, wonderful beds, beautiful sheets, and towels everything spic and span, I could not have asked for more. Great location, they really know what they were doing.
26 March 2025
The staff was great.
Breakfast was awesome with a good selection. Location was old town, and close to the water. We got upgraded to a suite so was super big. Chrissy was a superb lady, spent lot of time explaining the area, organized a rental car, suggested places to visit etc. Velisarios picked up our luggage from the old town area and carried to the hotel, was very pleasant, watch him as an upcoming soccer player. Kitchen staff was very helpful and pleasant.
nothing to mention
17 March 2025
thank you and we look forward to returning soon
staff was superb as was everything else
9 March 2025
Exceptional
Every thing
We had to bring our luggage up a long staircase to our room
5 March 2025
Perfect place to visit old-town Chania
Great location, wonderful breakfast, spacious, comfortable rooms.
28 February 2025
One of the best spots I have ever stayed at in 20 years of vacations.
Amazing staff, beautiful location, staff made me feel welcomed and special.
27 February 2025
Exceptional
Beautiful room, great location, awesome breakfast!
21 January 2025
Amazing stay in Chania
This is a beautiful, family owned property in the heart of Chania, walking distance to the major sites, including the Venetian Harbor. The owners and staff are so friendly and went above and beyond to make sure we had a nice stay in Chania. They even helped us with reservations for our New Years Eve dinner. Make sure to get a facial and/or massage from the spa, which is so relaxing. Our room was very comfortable, spacious, and nicely designed. We would absolutely stay here again.
8 January 2025
Exceptional
Exceptional historical building, extremely clean, extremely helpful and polite staff.
5 January 2025
Truly excellent hotel
Very large beautifully designed comfortable room with a view of the Harbor, nice rooftop terrace, large beautiful patio, very kind personal.
The breakfast was very good, but not up to the standard of the rest, maybe because we staid off season
4 January 2025
A lovely hotel in a beautiful City - we will definitely return.
Our second stay for Christmas and New Year at Casa Delfino. Everything was perfect - delicious breakfast, a lovely room and all the staff are so friendly and welcoming.
Nothing!
3 January 2025
Fabulous
Staff extremely helpful.
28 December 2024
Beautiful place
Very welcoming staff, we arrived wet on our motorbike and showed us to our room to change and we checked in later. Nicely positioned Hotel
21 December 2024
Highly recommend for quality service for family.
Exceptional service and staff that makes our stay special. Crete was the last stop for our Greece vacation and our 2 night stay at Casa Delfino was memorable and very comfortable. It was located at the old town and within walking distance from the harbour and scenic terrace views. Every requests we made was promptly look into and staff are attentive.
Nothing
9 December 2024
Restful chilled weekend away before the hurly-burly of Christmas.
The bath and shower were excellent, the bed was really comfortable and the staff helpful in every way. The location was perfect and the Spa was outstanding - the young staff were superb.
29 October 2024
Super charming hotel
We had such a great time there! the hotel was well located, super charming and the staff was just so nice and helpful. The spa was also soooo nice
Nothing
25 October 2024
The perfect hotel to stay in if visiting Crete.
Staff was amazing and very accommodating. Breakfast each morning delicious. Location was great. Probably the best hotel I’ve stayed in.
No complaints whatsoever
20 October 2024
Charming historic stay in a good location
The location and the character of the place.
The roof top bar needs to be better set up, the waiter having to go up and down the lift for supplies is quite ridiculous.
19 October 2024
Don’t miss staying here if you are in Crete!
Charm and style on steroids! Everything about this property is first class. I feel fortunate to have found Casa Delfino as it made our stay in Chania very special.
We had to leave
10 October 2024
Exceptional
Everything was perfect! Can’t wait to return.
8 October 2024
Casa Delfino an exceptional hotel.
Our stay was fantastic, from the staffs level of service prior to our stay and during. From local insider tips on restaurants, to arranging car hire to advice on day trips. The hotel and spa was exceptional, meeting and exceeding our expectations. Highly recommended and we will be returning!
4 October 2024
If we return to Chania, we will definitely return and enjoy this hotel.
The staff went out of their way to make our stay special. Also, the breakfast served on the lovely courtyard was so fresh with a wonderful variety. We were treated like royalty!
I have all GOOD things to say!
28 September 2024
Fabulous!
The hotel rooms, staff, location and breakfast were stellar! It is one of the best hotels that we have stayed on vacation. The chef is to complimented for the beautiful and delicious breakfast.
I don’t have any complaints.
24 September 2024
Beautiful quiet hotel nestled in heart of old city, minutes from harbour
Very helpful staff, fantastic courtyard for the self service breakfast. Not a huge range of options for breakfast as no provision for cooked meal - scrambled eggs in a heated dish only. However, the quiet peaceful and tranquil location, just 50 yards from the busy harbour was a great way to start the day. The rooftop bar was also fantastic - great way to spend the late afternoon with superb views over city and harbour
We got a small room! We were there for 5 days - most people only seemed to spend one or two, so we thought we might have had something a bit more spacious. Only just about enough room for our cases to fit! That said - it was quiet and the bed comfortable. Lots of different rooms - some were large, some had balconies and some with terraces so if you are choosy then I suggest you contact hotel in advance to see what you are getting!
19 September 2024
Great place!
Exceptional facilities - awesome hospitality
31 August 2024
I would recommend to anyone visiting Chania - met all of my expectations.
The staff were amazing….from check in to check out! The owner even assisted us with arranging a private driver to Elafonisi beach and lunch and dinner reservations.
We could have stayed one additional day!
30 August 2024
The place to be in Chania
Perfect location, nice views of the old port, friendly staff, beautifully decorated.comfortable and clean.
Breakfast could be a little better.
27 August 2024
Exceptional
Everything was perfect, super location, service was excellent, good breakfast, quiet and safe surroundings. . . Perfect.
Can not think of anything
19 August 2024
I felt like I was starring in my own movie.
Old world charm, perfect location, luxurious
Nothing, it was perfect
18 August 2024
Calm, delightful stay in the heart of Chania
Exceptional client service
18 August 2024
The classiest boutique hotel with the most amazing staff!
Clean stylish boutique hotel with the most amazing staff
Flawless
10 August 2024
Out of this world
Everything was excellent. Property is gorgeous. Service was excellent The hostess owner Margarita is full of class and extremely welcoming . We felt at home
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8 August 2024
Perfect stay!
Everything! Beautiful place, clean and quiet Renovated in a very special and beautiful way. The view from the roof is spectacular. Excellent location in the alleys of the old city. A magical experience, lovely people, nice and welcoming! All the staff are so kind! Also the owner of the place is very pleasant and helpful. I wish we had more time! We will definitely recommend to everyone! 😁
There are a lot of stairs, even inside the rooms... but that's because the building is historic and old, actually a UNESCO conservation building. But it's so special so we forgave 😉
6 August 2024
It was a wonderful stay.
The staff was friendly and amazingly helpful. Breakfast was great.
Nothing
25 July 2024
Smart choice, worth staying.
Lovely and carefully people, excellent services, very beautiful architecture, great location.
24 July 2024
Very memorable stay. Hope to be back soon!
Location excellent. Rooms beautiful. Staff very friendly and helpful.
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23 July 2024
Loved the whole experience.
Everything was delicious and seemed homemade. It was hard to stop! The rooftop terrace overlooking the harbor is a gem.
17 July 2024
A jewel in the heart of the old town
Very nice staff. Top breakfast with local cakes etc. Lovely welcome gift.
15 July 2024
Exquisite
Everything. Excellent hotel with the most wonderful staff. Simply exquisite.
Nothing at all.
14 July 2024
Exceptional
Staff was amazing and so helpful
No on site parking
14 July 2024
Fabulous hotel.
Small boutique and personal
Nothing
11 July 2024
Great hotel, romantic will visit again
Had to wait 30-45 min extra to get our room
6 July 2024
Overall excellent service and great experience
Great Facility, excellent service by staff and very kind and attentive , great location. Overall, amazing experience.
Nothing
5 July 2024
Exceptional
The staff were really friendly and helpful. The hotel was in the best possible position.
29 June 2024
Oasis in the oldtown of Chania☀️🍀
you need to book a night just to see the amazing cactus ☺️ Very friendly people Breakfast under the shadow of trees Terrace with a beautiful view over the harbour Just Perfect!
Hotel facilities
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits
- - Coffee house on site
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Activities
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi (additional charge)
- - Hammam (additional charge)
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Parking
- - Accessible parking
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Pool and wellness
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Security alarm
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property

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4 May 2025
Very beautiful hotel in great location!