Diporto Hotel - Chania (Crete)

Guest house in Chania Old Town with 1920s British Embassy history

Accommodation

Diporto Hotel offers single, double, twin, and triple rooms, each with a private balcony overlooking market streets or a quiet courtyard. Rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a refrigerator. The budget triple room on the second floor provides natural light, while the top-floor single room has a small balcony overlooking the street.

Amenities

A sun terrace on the property offers space for relaxation. The hotel provides luggage storage and express check-in/check-out for guests arriving late or departing early. Complimentary welcome tea or coffee with local delicacies is offered upon arrival.

Location

Diporto is located in the center of Chania Old Town, a 5-minute walk from the Municipal Art Gallery and the Archaeological Museum. Koum Kapi Beach is 12 minutes away on foot, and the Old Venetian Harbour with al fresco restaurants is a few minutes away. The intercity bus terminal is 5 blocks from the hotel.

Service

The host, Xenia, provides a personal welcome and is available for local dining recommendations and cultural insights. Communication regarding check-in and concierge services is efficient via email. Guests are allowed to leave luggage at the property for several hours after checkout.

History

The building served as the British Embassy in the 1920s and has been renovated into a family-run guest house. The original architecture, including marble stairs and traditional furnishings, remains intact. Diporto in Chania offers a historic atmosphere that reflects Cretan heritage.

• Location: Heart of Old Town, steps from Venetian Harbour
• Rooms: Private balconies with street or courtyard views
• Service: Personal host with local dining recommendations
• History: Former 1920s British Embassy building
• Amenities: Sun terrace and luggage storage
• For: Solo travelers, families, cultural explorers

Licence number: 1042K113K2717701