Hilton has opened Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa on the Greek island of Crete, marking a notable return for the company’s flagship brand in Greece. The new 85-room resort operates year-round and sits near the entrance to Chania’s historic Old Town, giving guests access to one of Crete’s most atmospheric city centers while adding a more resort-style stay to the destination.
The location is central to the appeal. Chania is known for its Venetian harbor, narrow lanes, Ottoman and Byzantine influences, local restaurants and easy access to western Crete’s beaches. By placing a full-service Hilton close to the Old Town, the property is positioned for travelers who want culture, dining and urban discovery without giving up pools, spa facilities and polished hotel service.
The resort leans heavily into private outdoor space. Every accommodation includes a private balcony with a heated pool, a feature that gives even standard stays a more exclusive feel. Select rooms add in-room saunas and views of the Aegean Sea, creating a stronger wellness and luxury angle for couples, families and shoulder-season travelers.
Dining is another major part of the offer. Poeme de la Canee serves as the all-day Mediterranean restaurant, combining food, cocktails and live music. Celeste, the rooftop venue, offers an all-day menu of dishes and drinks with an elevated setting above the city. The hotel’s lobby is also home to the first Greek outpost of Fauchon Cafe Patisserie, bringing the French gourmet brand into Crete’s hotel scene.
Other venues include The C Bar, a lounge focused on spirits and cigars, and Little Galaxy, a rooftop botanical garden that can host events for up to 120 guests. That mix suggests Hilton is targeting not only leisure travelers but also weddings, celebrations, corporate groups and destination events.
The resort’s amenities add to that broader positioning. Guests have access to a heated rooftop infinity pool, flexible event space, a fitness center and a spa and wellness center with four treatment rooms. The wellness area also includes a hammam, saunas and steam baths, supporting the property’s year-round appeal beyond the peak beach months.
The opening is significant for Hilton’s brand presence in Greece. The former Hilton Athens was converted into Conrad Athens the Ilisian earlier this year, meaning the Chania debut brings the flagship Hilton name back into the Greek market in a new form.
For Crete, the resort adds another internationally recognized luxury option at a time when travelers are increasingly combining island stays with city culture, wellness and food-focused experiences. Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa gives the brand a visible foothold in one of Greece’s most distinctive urban-island destinations.
