If you’re a fan of picturesque towns, history, and lovely beaches, Chania is the destination for you. Located on the western side of the island of Crete, this region is known for its beautiful historical villages and gorgeous beaches. The symbol of the town is the Venetian Lighthouse of Chania, which was built in the 16th century. Other attractions include Therissos Gorge for nature enthusiasts, Splantzia Square in Old Town and Balos Beach, known for its turquoise waters. With so many beautiful spots to explore, it’s only logical that you extend your holiday here. Read on to find the best long-term rentals in Chania, Greece, and plan your trip.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and long-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Gorgeous historical house near the beach (from USD 167)
Come and enjoy your vacation in this beautiful house with a vine-covered courtyard that was built about 500 years ago. Offering discounts for monthly bookings, this renovated accommodation features cosy rooms with clean, white interiors. Inside, you can see decorative touches such as stone fixtures and floors and wooden furniture.
If you’re the type to love the sea breeze, you’ll be pleased to know that it’s close to the harbour and town beach.
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shower/toilet room small but fine charming historical house in a charming town definitely come againthe 2 bedrooms and loft up steep stairs are lightand the beds comfortableCleanliness:
the house was clean and comfortable and our host gracious and accommodatingHost:
michalis and maria were very helpful in answering all of our questions during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the best part is the perfect location for exploring old town chaniaif you love the feel of history and tradition you will love this home and its location
2. Casa di Gouto (from USD 514)
Indulge in the rustic charm of this beautiful Venetian villa with views of the sea. Decorated with cream walls, wooden furniture and gorgeous stone accents, this accommodation offers a discount for bookings lasting 28 nights or more. It offers a fully equipped kitchen, along with a bathroom with a hydro massage.
If you want to prioritise relaxation on your long vacation, you’ll be happy to know that there’s a breezy roof terrace offering views of Old Town.
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the upper unit had a little less space (smaller kitchen and couch area) but more natural lightHost:
the host constantinos was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful home in good location
3. Akali (from USD 236)
Embrace the marriage of rustic charm and modernity in this gorgeous house. Decorated with stone walls and wooden ceilings, this lovely accommodation comes complete with luxury bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a satellite TV. The gorgeous arched wall between the living area and the kitchen also provides a great ambience for your family dinners. If you prefer a bit more intimacy, set up a nice meal on the roof terrace, which provides beautiful views of Old Town.
If you’re staying for at least a month, you’ll be pleased to know there is a discount.
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the a/c worked well and units were well distributed throughout the apartment's roomsa very comfortable house with superb fixturesCleanliness:
the place was clean eva was responsive and helpfulthe beds were very comfortable and the apartment was very clean) the home was very clean which we appreciate so muchcomfortable and very clean our hostess was very friendly and accommodating; she made our stay a wonderful experienceRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful house in the perfect locationthe location is close to the port with many great restaurants nearbyperfect location near the main part of chaniathis apartment is ideally located close to all the sightseeing in chania city centerthe location was perfect a few mins walk to the port and restaurants shops bars
4. Kyanon Apartment, (from USD 286)
If you’re a fan of luxury and gorgeous views, look no further than this gorgeous apartment. Featuring a private pool that overlooks the sea and provides panoramic views of the Chania coast, this two-bedroom rental also comes with a quaint lawn and sun loungers. Its kitchen is fully equipped and it even offers a marble bathroom with shower essentials included.
If you want to make the most of this stunning accommodation, book your stay for longer than a month and treat yourself to a generous discount.
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the weather was unseasonably chilly but nice heating systems in the house kept us comfortable and cosythe apartment i can't describe its that amazingthe highlight was the pool and outside space ( plenty of room for children to run around)Cleanliness:
clean spacious ground floor with magical gardenkyanon house is an amazing property; spacious exceptionally clean and well presented and equipped with everything you could needHost:
a warm welcome by the owners and excellent service during our staytop notch marryellen spoiled us and was so friendly and helpfullnice and useful recommendations by the owner regarding restarurants and leisure including boattripif you want faultless accommodation with an amazing host then look no further than thisRead more reviewsLocation:
nice quiet location safe and secure with keyfob accessreally a great place to stayit was most betifull place we ever enjoy in our vacations
5. Aristokosmos (from USD 115)
If you like easy access to the water on your long vacation, then look no further than this beautiful seaside villa. Located in a historical neighbourhood and offering a small private cove, this home is decorated with bare stone accents, wooden furniture and Mediterranean tiles. The kitchen is fully equipped, which is perfect for you to make all your meals before enjoying them on the comfortable outdoor terrace.
If you wish to stay for 28 nights or more, there are discounts included for monthly bookings.
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i would give aristokosmos 5 stars and the helpful owners are now our friendsRead more reviewsLocation:
just a short walk to great bars and restaurants
6. Casa Ithomi (from USD 213)
Bask in comfort and beauty in this gorgeous home that looks straight out of a magazine. The clean interiors are decorated with various works of art and ornaments, along with a bookshelf and several plants to add to the cosy feel. Mediterranean tiles not only complement the blue cabinets in the fully equipped kitchen, but are also featured in the spacious bathrooms.
Why not make the most of this beautiful three-bedroom and book your stay for longer than a month? If you do, you’ll be treated to a monthly discount.
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beautiful home and cozy beds with air conditioning on the top floor where bed rooms arei wholeheartedly recommend lia and her apartmentthe shower is hot and fabulous with the most amazing scented productsCleanliness:
everything was clean and well-keptthe accomodation was clean comfortable and spaciouslovely apartment clean beautiful spaceit was recently renovated and super cleanthe apartment itself was clean stylish and in an ideal locationHost:
wonderful hostlia was a great hostamazing host was so nice and helpfulthe highlight was the hostslia is one of the best hosts we have ever hadRead more reviewsLocation:
location was perfectgreat airbnb in a great locationagain this was then a 1 minute walk and perfectly placedthis place is a gem most amazing location in the charming town of chaniathen there the perfect location and very thoughtful gifts left for us
7. Comfortable and luxurious Old Town home (from USD 173)
If you love the feel of a historic ambience but prefer some modernity, this beautiful home located in Old Town is the perfect choice for you on your long vacation. Featuring stone accents, an old-school staircase and beautiful country-side-inspired decorations, this accommodation comes complete with marble bathrooms. You will also find a cosy balcony and the comfort of natural light while staying here.
If you book your stay for 28 days or more, the host offers a monthly discount.
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the house is airy and open and the beds are warm and invitingimmaculate tasteful comfortable property with many thoughtful touchesCleanliness:
in addition it was very clean and we received a cleaning during our staythe apartment was beautiful lightfull clean and included everything we needed and moreHost:
the host was super freindlyhost attentive and easy to contactthe host was outstanding having welcoming food and treatsthe owner maria was so kind and helpfulmaria was a wonderful host who went above and beyond to make our stay and holiday comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of this beautiful eclectic house was convenient to everythingthe location is superb for sightseeing around the old town areatotally recommended all round and the location too was brilliant10-15 min walk to bus station for the longer adventuresthe apartment was in a perfect location literally within 45 sec walk to venetian harbour
8. Gorgeous home with stone walls and rooftop terrace (from USD 131)
If you’re a fan of old-school architecture, you’ll appreciate the iron gate entrance and the cobblestone path leading to this lovely home with original stone walls. It features a fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom with a rain shower, giving you the ease of modernity amidst a touch of history. Upstairs, there is a beautiful sun terrace where you can appreciate the Old Town breeze and lounge with your loved ones.
Do you want to make the most of this beautiful house by booking your stay for at least a month? If so, you’ll be treated to a nice discount.
Top guest reviews
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water pressure was great and the air conditioning units worked wellvery comfortable beds made sleeping easythe outdoor spaces (two balconies and a lovely rooftop deck with a mini-kitchen ) are perfectly equippedthe best beds we have had in creterooms are spacious and the balconies and upstairs terrace are picture perfectCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and had thoughtful decorvery new and cleanthe apartment was beautiful clean and extremely homeythe apartment was clean comfortable and very well locatedit's clean and welcoming and every part of old town chanianis accessible by footHost:
plus the host was amazingtonia was a wonderful host on many countstonia is and excellent reliable and friendly host and there are thoughtful touches throughouttonia the host is amazingtonia was very kind & helpful and responded quickly to any questions we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
great location tons of character and close to everythingthe location was perfectgreat location in old town chaniagreat apartment in a fabulous locationeasy walk to the beach
9. Venetian home overlooking the harbour (from USD 152)
If you want to indulge in gorgeous views during your holiday, why not book this beautiful home that offers a scenic view of the nearby harbour and the mountains in the distance? This house is also decorated with pops of colour and stone accents to liven up the clean white walls. It comes with a fully equipped kitchen, where you can make a delicious snack to bring up to the roof terrace.
If you book your stay for at least a month, you’ll also be given a discount.
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the second floor is like the living area and has comfortable couchesthe kitchen and bath on the bottom floor are goodCleanliness:
the house is sparkling clean and beautifully furnishedwe found the property very comfortable clean and well equippedthe house was immaculately clean and comfortable and just what we were looking forthe house is immaculately clean bright and tastefully decorated spacious and very comfortablewhen we arrived at the house it was tidy clean and ready to be usedHost:
the owner was very easy to deal with and the booking process went very smoothlyefi our host was very helpful and easy to contactRead more reviewsLocation:
absolutely perfect location only a 5 minute walk to the water and many great bars and restaurantsit is ideally situated for shops restaurants and the beautiful harbours in a quiet locationthe atmospheric streets the pretty harbour the range of cafés for breakfast and restaurants for dinner was amazingan amazing place to stay
10. A.K. Residence
Treat yourself to some beautiful artwork and lovely woven furniture in this gorgeous home. Featuring luxurious marble bathrooms and a cute fully equipped kitchen, this house has all you need for a memorable long vacation. If you’re in the mood to relax, head up to the rooftop terrace and sit back on the sun loungers as you enjoy the view of the neighbourhood.
There is also a discount offered if you book your stay for at least a month.
Chania, greece, Greece
279 meters (0.2 ft) from Old Chania MarketSuperhostAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
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air conditioning in each bedroom kept us comfortablea beautiful and unique home with varied decor stocked with amenities comfortable beds and air conditioningthe beds were comfortable and the aircon in both bedrooms were working wellthere is a nice kitchen fully équipes at the ground levelCleanliness:
amazing decor neat sparklingly clean & tidythe house is very nice furnitured clean an everything is chosen with loveproperty was clean as a whistle and fully equippedthe house was not only well appointed and beautifully decorated but was spotlessly cleanthe house is perfectly located very clean well equipped just as describedHost:
katerina is a fantastic host- the hosts were lovelylovely host who was very responsive and willing to help with recommendationsthey were accommodating and friendlyshe was very helpful and niceRead more reviewsLocation:
the perfect location in chaniawhat's good: central location in old towngreat place location and valueneighbourhood is perfect - short walk to harbour and bus station for day trips etcgreat location amazing and interesting little house with awesome roof terrace
Experience the charm of Chania
Make the most of your Greece trip by making sure to explore this charming and historic town. Come and walk through the old streets, witness beautiful architecture and bask in stunning beaches. This list of the best long-term rentals in Chania will surely help you choose your stay.
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