Sights

In the northwest corner of Crete is the Gramvousa peninsula, the location for the beautiful and famous Balos beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean. The beach has very nice white and red sand, while in the centre there is a small lagoon with turquoise waters. Opposite the Balos beach are two small islands, wild Gramvousa and the Calm Gramvousa, the first is quite small and rocky, the other is much larger and features a castle built by the Venetians.

How to get to Balos Beach and Gramvousa:

If you want to visit these two islands and the beach of Balos starting from our hotels and apartments in Kissamos Crete you can get one of the boats that organize daily tours, departing from the port of Kissamos. The port refrains just 1.5 kilometres from the Kaliviani Traditional Hotel. Also you can go by car, on your motorcycle, by bicycle or on foot always starting from the village Kaliviani, drive 9 km to the end of the road and then follow the path and in minutes you will see the paradise that is the Balos beach and Gramvousa.

On the southwest coast runs one of the island’s most beautiful beaches in Crete, Elafonisi is piece of paradise. Our hotel in Chania it is located only 50 minutes driving with your car, one of its key features of Elafonisi is the sand dunes with white sand, crystal clear waters which have turned pink from the thousands of shells shattered over the years which give a special appearance to the beach. Elafonisi island is very close to the beach and you can get there on foot. Certainly a visit to Elafonisi beach in Crete will be unforgettable while you make your vacations in Greece.

How to get to Elafonisi:

If you want to visit Elafonisi beach you can use the public bus or to go by your own car. Elafonisi refrain only 48 km from hotel Kaliviani.

The beach lies in northwest Crete and is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Crete and Greece. Falassarna It has thick white sand with turquoise crystal waters, and the most beautiful sunsets on the island. A very short distance away, one can view the ruins of the ancient city Falassarna, and the ancient port of Polirinia, the name of which was derived from the nymph Falassarna.

How to get to Falassarna:

If you want to visit Falassarna you can use the public bus or to go by your own car. Falassarna refrain 10 km from hotel Kaliviani.

Located in the southwest part of Crete is a small town, where you will find two wonderful beaches with crystal clear waters. Both have been awarded the Blue Flag by the European Union. You can also visit many other beaches near the site which are less known. In Paleochora you can find restaurants, cafes and many shops including banks and supermarkets. There are several routes, such as the European path E4 & E1, there is also daily sea transportation for Sougia, Agia Roumeli, Sfakia, Elafonisi and Gavdos.

How to get to Paleochora:

If you want to visit Paleochora you can use the public bus or to go by your own car.Paleochora refrain 175 km from hotel Kaliviani.

Chania is the capital of the prefecture of Chania, located in the north eastern part of the island and is built on the ruins of ancient Kydonia. Many argue that it is the most beautiful and picturesque town of Crete and in Greece, and many cultural events take place each year. The airport is located in Akrotiri and Souda Bay is the largest port in the Mediterranean. Downtown you can see the Municipal Market which takes the shape of a cross, built like the market in Marseille. A very short distance from the centre of town is the Public Garden adjacent to the park ‘Peace and Friendship’. The picturesque Venetian harbour is an attraction for visitors and locals, renowned for its beauty and choice of entertainment for all tastes and requirements. The old city inside the walls keep the Venetian nobility, the narrow cobblestone streets are surrounded by tasteful renewed houses, leading to the Venetian harbour and offering a pleasant walks. The Venetian port has many restaurants, cafes and tourist shops.

How to get to Chania:

If you want to visit Chania you can use the public bus or to go by your own car.Chania refrain 40 km from hotel Kaliviani.

Chania’s Venetian Port is one of the most important areas in the city of Chania. It was constructed between 1320 and 1356 by the Venetians to protect the city. The lighthouse is the hallmark of the city. Main elements in the exceptional architecture are the surrounding buildings, narrow streets, and a Turkish mosque and a little further afield, the old shipyards, where the Venetians built their ships. To the left of the harbour is the fortress of Bastion next to the Maritime Museum. Today it is one of the most developed tourist attractions in Chania with many restaurants, taverns, cafes and bars along the sea. Especially at night the view is fantastic!

How to get to Venetian port of Chania:

If you want to visit Venetian port of Cania you can use the public bus or to go by your own car.Venetian port of Chania refrain 40 km from hotel Kaliviani.

Kissamos or Kastelli is a beautiful area with a population of about 10,000. As the whole of Crete, Kissamos has a long history and is sealed with legends and traditions. It offers its guests the silince and peace, away from the noise of the big cities. It is a welcoming area that every visitor on holiday, keeping up to date with their manners and customs of Cretan tradition.

Pleasant and hospitable people, always willing to help all visitors to have that! In Kissamos there port. The port of Kissamos is the link to the island of Kythira and Kalamata, Gytheio and Piraeus. Kissamos (Kastelli) away from Chania 38 km, about 25 minutes by car. It is a city for short or long getaways. In Kissamos operate all public services, citizen service center, banks, post office, health center, transport offices, car rental offices, offices motorbike, bus station, restaurants, taverns, cafes, bars, internet cafes, hotels, rooms , kamping, fishing shelter, a small marina and any market. The area has many places you can visit on foot or by car. You can visit the lagoon of Balos, an area of natural beauty just 9 kilometers from the village Kaliviani. Gramvousa Islands (islands of pirates with a castle), the archaeological sites Falassarna of Polirinia, gorges Sirikari, Rocco and Topolia the impressive cave of Agia Sofia, the medieval villages and magnificent clean sandy beaches. The services of the bus to Chania and Kissamos made every hour.

How to get to Kissamos:

If you want to visit Kissamos you can use the public bus or to go by your own car. Kissamos refrain 5 km from hotel Kaliviani.