A holiday on Crete means two things — stunning seas and oodles of Mediterranean sunshine. Little wonder then, that it is a must-see holiday destination for legions of tourists every year. And Agia Marina, on the north coast, is no exception. It boasts lovely sandy beaches that are sure to appeal to sunbathers out there. But there is more to this corner of the island than just hot temperatures and inviting waves. The town is home to a fascinating relic of World War II — the War Shelter Platanias. This network of tunnels was carved out by the locals while under Nazi occupation, and today has been reinvented as a museum featuring some of the weaponry from the conflict. And those who prefer a little more antiquity to their history will also find much to enjoy at the Old Venetian harbour of Chania some 10 km (6.5 mi) to the east. Whatever your holiday plans there are some excellent Airbnb vacation rentals available to book too, and these are some of the best.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Ideal house for vacation in Crete (from USD 58)
Enjoying an excellent reputation among previous guests, this double-bedroom flat would make for an ideal base for a romantic getaway, and is just one minute away from the nearest beach on foot, so those hoping to relax on the sand with their significant other will be in holiday heaven. However, while it may be perfect for couples, it can also accommodate up to four people thanks to the addition of a sofa bed in the living area, so families should take note. What’s more, it comes with plenty of facilities to make you feel right at home, including a full kitchen, air conditioning, WiFi, and laundry facilities. There are also plenty of amenities in the local area, including supermarkets, restaurants, bars and transport links.
Top guest reviews
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very good apartment all kitchen appliance is availablethe bathroom had great light and was nicely sizedthe fan at the ceiling is a cool thing :)we had a wonderful stay at nasos's apartmentCleanliness:
it was so clean as descreibedvery neat and clean apartmentvery clean and had everything we neededthe apartment was very clean and spaciousflat was very clean price very goodHost:
the hosts are wonderful peoplevery nice hosts and neighbourhoodnasos is an amazing hostnasos is a great host to havethey were extremely helpful and great hosts and now they're my good friends tooRead more reviewsLocation:
location is very close to a nice beacheasy walk to all the shopping and dining you might needexcellent stay in a really good locationexcellent location 50 m from the beachit is very well located close to many shops and restaurants and only 100meters to the quite beach
2. Two-bedroom villa with stunning view for family holidays (from USD 102)
Stunning sea views await guests who opt for a stay in this beautiful two-bedroom villa in Agia Marina. The terrace area features a mix of sun loungers, hammocks and table seating that are begging to be used. And the interior is very nice too; its airy confines boast a full kitchen, TV, air conditioning and WiFi access. Its free on-site parking also means those who plan to explore the area using their own transport will have no trouble getting to and from the front door. The property itself is ideal for families and can sleep up to five guests. It also won glowing reviews from former guests, who gave it top marks across the board, hailing the terrace view and the mere 15-minute walk to local restaurants and the beach.
Top guest reviews
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the view is amazing and the place is nice and cozysimply perfect the welcoming owner family the incredible terrace with a breathtaking view the position the comfortable bedCleanliness:
very clean and spacious villathe villa was very clean and with all comfortsthe house was like on the pictures and it was cleaned every three daysthe place is also kept extremely clean by her both outside and insidethe home was clean and secureHost:
evangelia and charalampos were excellent hostsgreat hospitality and extremely thoughtful hostthe hospitality of evangelia and her family was unforgettable; they were absolutely wonderful hostscharalampos theodosia and the parents were amazing hosts and so kindthe hosts were incredibly thoughtful welcoming and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
5 hours to rethymno perfect locationgreat location very central to a number of great beaches and destinationswhat a wonderful location with a gorgeous viewthe villa is close to the main roads so visiting the western region of crete is easythere are great restaurants very close to the villa and the beach is just down the hill
3. Renovated small apartment near the sea (from USD 43)
If you’re a couple looking for a well-placed property in which to base yourselves, then this house will be right up your street. It is ideal for the sea, which is barely 100 m (328 ft) away, but is also a stone’s throw from the local bus station, so those planning on exploring the wider area via public transport won’t have to look far. Furthermore, there’s a range of eateries and bars in the local area too. Facilities in this one-bedroom property are also good. It comes with air conditioning, free on-site parking, laundry access, WiFi and a kitchen, should you prefer to whip up a culinary treat or two instead of taking full advantage of the restaurants on your doorstep.
Top guest reviews
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nice apartment with a great view of the seavery clean and fully equipped including air-condition wifi washing machine ironing board and ironthe apartment was sparkling clean came with coffee maker (no filters) minimal kitchen utensils and a washing machineyou’ll expect a small apartment nice and quietCleanliness:
it was very clean had everything we needed and was fantasticgreat clean place very near the sea great host with perfect communication and very hospitableit was newly refurbished and very clean the outside garden area was a perfect place to relaxwe enjoyed our stay for 1 week; the apartment was very clean and consistent with the descriptionclean and well located housingHost:
the hosts were very niceour hosts were really helpful with any requests we hadthe owner is a lovely man that made our stay more then pleasantlittle nice apartment and very friendly hostsalso the owners are very nice :) thank you very much i recommend this appartementRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was amazing- walking distance to everything including nearby restaurants/barsgreat place near the beachgreat location to stay for exploring island with carquiet area yet close to restaurants and shopping a couple of minutes walk to the fantastic beachthe excellent apartment with perfect location in a such beautiful place
4. Renovated apartment near the sea (from USD 70)
Whether it’s hitting the beach or exploring the wider area, this two-bedroom apartment is sure to appeal. For it is not only just 100 m (328 ft) from the beach, but it is just half that distance from the local bus station, should you prefer public transport to your own vehicle when getting about. The property, which is capable of sleeping up to six people thanks to the addition of sofa beds, comes equipped with a range of facilities such as air conditioning — perfect for keeping cool on those hot summer nights — WiFi, and a kitchen. Past guests were very impressed with the flat’s value for money and cleanliness, giving it top marks in both categories.
Top guest reviews
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a very big cozy clean apartment with everything you will needthe apartment is very spacious clean and is equipped with everything we neededHost:
the hosts are great peoplegreat place and friendly hoststhe host was very kind and greeted us with a bottle of raki and brought us some cakethe hosts were very friendly upon arrival at the appartment we were greeted with bottle of rakihosts welcomed us with a pie and raki provided with local eggs and berries later in the weekRead more reviewsLocation:
short walk to the beach stores and fantastic restarauntsfab location great welcome and everything you needreally close to the beach good space for living nice backyard and close to many servicesvery nice appartement close to the beachfantastic place to stay it was my first time in crete in walking distance from beach and local stores
5. Renovated small apartment near the sea in Agia Marina (from USD 43)
Another contender for solo travellers or couples, this one-bedroom flat is well placed for those who wish to be close to the beach and local public transport links, both of which are within 100 m (328 ft) of the property. It is also operated by the same host as number seven on this list, and is located in the same area, meaning that those aiming to bring larger groups may have the option of booking both Airbnb rentals at the same time, should availability allow. This particular property, as well as being well-placed for local amenities, is also among the lowest priced entries on this list, so those looking to hit the beach on a budget will be delighted.
Top guest reviews
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lovely quiet little apartment with nice views close to the beach and shopsthat wasn't our favourite part of crete but the apartment was well positioned and comfortableCleanliness:
the flat was also clean and fully equippedmarina and the apartment is clean and nicethe rooms were clean and we found everything we needed thereroom was clean and in general as per description and communication was accurate and friendlythe flat itself was clean and marsia was freindly and welcomingHost:
the owner is a fantastic hostthank you for everything and for being a great hostthe owners are very nice and very hospitablereally good value and very helpful hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
for a place close to the airport it is ideal coming by planegreat location and you where friendlyit's nice place and locationeasily accesibile by bus from chaniafantastic location near a electric street with everything from restaurants stores and supermarkets
6. Two-bedroom studio beachfront flat
Another great option for solo travellers or couples, this studio flat in located right next to the beach, making it perfect for those holidaymakers who cannot wait to hit the surf, sea and sand for a little sunbathing. And if you’d rather take a dip in something a little smaller than the sea, the host’s pool will certainly appeal. The property is also well placed for local restaurants, bars, shops and a range of outdoor activities, so guests won’t have far to go to make the very most of their vacation. The property also comes with kitchen facilities — should you prefer to dine in — and WiFi access.
Chania, Crete, GreeceSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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the hotel is very nice with a beautiful view a bar and a swimming poolHost:
host is super nice and friendly definitely recommended :-)lovely stay - the owners & staff were the very definition of friendlythey run a family bar on the beach and are very friendlynina and her mother katerina were exceptional hosts very kind and friendlynina and her lovely family were so kind and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location with low pricethe place is just perfect close to the sea and very relaxedexcellent location in front of the beacharea is perfect tons of shops restaurants taverns in the area and on its own beachthe location was lovely as we're nina and her family
7. Luxury seafront studio in Agia Marina (from USD 157)
Fancy waking up to the sounds of the surf on the beach? Then this studio flat’s romantic setting will definitely appeal. Set right next to the sands, this brand new property comes complete with outdoor terrace that makes full use of its sea view. Naturally, its modern construction also means that guests have access to a range of home comforts, be it air conditioning or WiFi. What’s more, the host includes breakfast — just imagine supping a morning tea or coffee while the waves crash on the shore. And former guests were very impressed, praising the location and the “canopy of stars” that awaits those who sit out on the deck after nightfall.
Top guest reviews
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we had breakfast included which was awesomethe bed is a super king and 5 star hotel quality comfort with the softest linen and mattressthe room was outstanding with a gorgeous view and right on the waterthe apartment looks and feels so nice and you cannot beat the view from the bedthe rooms have beach-view are simple and cleanCleanliness:
there are a lady clean every daythe apartment was clean and neat and we were pleasantly surprised there was room cleaning every other daythe place itself is in a great location and very clean and well decoratedHost:
they were so helpful and quick with responseshosts were very friendlynina the host was perfect and very helpfulnina and her mother are great hostsnina and her family were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is the best partcute little studio with a great location directly on the beachideal place for couples to staythe location was perfect because it was close to both the beach and several restaurantsand it was so close to many restaurants and super market
8. Apartment in Agia Marina near the beach (from USD 58)
If you’re a fan of the beach, then you’ve certainly got plenty of options when looking for accommodation in Agia Marina, and this double-bedroom flat is no exception. Located virtually next to the surf, this tastefully decorated property has much to boast about, including kitchenette facilities, air conditioning for those hot Mediterranean temperatures and WiFi access. There’s even a balcony on which to soak up some rays and, if you can tear yourself away from the beach for long enough, there are plenty of bars, restaurants, shops and supermarkets within easy walking distance too.
Top guest reviews
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the apartment has a nice balcony to eat breakfast and dry washingroom was just what we needed with small kitchen facilities and sunny balconyit has a nice bathroom kitchenette a nice terrace and its very cleanHost:
george is a perfect host always available and kindgeorge was super responsive with all our questions replying within a few minsgeorge is very responsible and responsive host would definitely recommend him and his placegeorge is very attentive and responds really quickly we found him very welcoming and helpfulgeorge is very nice responsive and helpfullRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely studio apartment close to the beach and in the heart of the townthis is a great location for visiting cretenice place for young people near to the sea the shops and nightlifegreat apartment great location great hostwe would definitely recomend this place
9. Seaview studio next to the sea
Beach-goers will also love this one-bedroom flat, which is just 50 m (150 ft) from the sea in Agia Marina. Perfect for solo travellers or couples this studio flat can actually accommodate three to four people at a push, raising the possibility that it may appeal to small families too. The modern interior comes with a range of mod-cons, including WiFi for those all-important holiday snaps, a kitchen, TV and fridge. Past guests were very impressed, giving it top marks for location and value and highlighting the range of restaurants and bars in the local area, should you prefer to eat out rather than dine in.
Agia Marina, GreeceAccommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
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good wifi and handy kitcheni enjoyed breakfast at the balcony every morning looking at the seathe apartment is very nice and bigger than what the photos showthe bathroom is not big and not new but the washing machine is very goodbrilliant little apartment with plenty of room insideCleanliness:
it was very clean and openthe place was super clean and it has a laundry machine which is super convenient for longer staysHost:
john has been a very thoughtful hostevaggelia was a diligent host who answered questions quickly and made sure we were having a good stayRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location 50 m close to beachthe apartment is nice and cosy and it is indeed very close to the beachthe ideal place for relaxing and going to the beach everything nearby: restaurants supermarketsgreat place in a great location super and fast communication with the host
10. Two-bedroom flat with balcony right next to the sea
A light and airy flat just a stone’s throw from the beach, this two-bedroom property would be ideal for families and also boasts a spacious balcony on which to relax with loved ones while socialising or tucking into a snack or two. It also comes with air conditioning, kitchen facilities and a washing machine, so those planning on a longer stay will feel right at home. Local facilities such as supermarkets, bus links and restaurants are also located close by, something that former guests were very impressed with. They also praised the cleanliness of the property, giving it full marks.
Agia Marina, GreeceAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
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the appartment is well equipped with cozy beds and a nice balconyand in the apartment was stale odor but it gets better after using ac for a whileit was so easy to go swim and then sit down on the balconyloved the size of the rooms and common areaCleanliness:
apartment was very clean and communication was super fastperfect rooms were clean and we found everything we needthe apartment is pretty simple but it is new and clean and you will have everything for your comfortable vacationHost:
i recommend as host evaeverything was good and the host was very responsivethanks for hosting usRead more reviewsLocation:
local bus stops nearby and good cocktail bar downstairsperfect place right on the beach and close to the shopsbar downstairs wasn’t loud and great location to the restaurants and grocery storenice place close to the beach and a good hostto be honest i think there are the similar situation for all places in the first line
Time to hit the beach
Sun, surf and sand await those travellers who wish to book a stay in Agia Marina and, whether you’re a solo traveller or family there’s an Airbnb vacation rental option that’s ideal for you.
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