Why it made the list
The pool
A large tree spreads its shade over the garden at Epavli, and beneath it runs a long, narrow outdoor pool, lined with grey loungers on pale stone and backed by the white neoclassical mansion that holds the suites. Greenery closes in around the garden, so it feels more like a private courtyard than a city hotel, even though the old town is a short walk away.
Loungers, umbrellas and pool towels are free, and breakfast is served at tables in the garden right beside the water, so the day starts poolside. Some suites have terraces that step straight down to the pool. Worth knowing: the pool isn't heated and its season is given as April to November, so check with the hotel before a winter stay.
Checked against the property's official facilities on 9 Oct 2026. We re-check monthly.
The stay
A restored neoclassical mansion on Ioannou Sfakianaki street in Chania Town holds Epavli's suites, in a small hotel with a garden. Koum Kapi beach is under 1 km away, about a 10-minute walk, the Venetian harbour around 1.5 km and the Archaeological Museum 1.6 km. Chania airport is 12 km off.
The suites are bright and pared back, with pale wood, white linen and artwork on the walls, plus a coffee machine, fridge and streaming TV. À la carte breakfast is included and served in the garden, with gluten-free options, and the staff can pack a breakfast box if you leave early. There's daily housekeeping, a concierge and a tour desk for booking day trips.
Here's the thing: there's no parking on site, but free public parking is available nearby without a reservation.
Good to know
No: the outdoor pool isn't heated, and its season is given as April to November, so check with the hotel for a winter stay.
Yes: an à la carte breakfast is included with every room and served in the garden by the pool.
Guests must be 18 to check in, and children aged 16 and over are welcome; for younger children, check with the hotel first.
There's no parking on site, but free public parking is available nearby without a reservation.
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