THE AREA AROUND THE VILLA

Oinolithos Villas are located close to Galatas village,  just 1 Km away from the closest beach in a vibrant area between Agia Marina (2,5Km) and Chania (6,5Km) and offer a great choice for those who wish to be close to the beach and daily amenities and also in a convenient location to explore the island.

Chania town is famous for its beautiful architecture and harbor influenced by the Venetian and Turkish periods and needs to be experienced by day and night.  Wander the small lanes with their variety of tavernas, restaurants, small shops and beautiful buildings. Stroll around the famous Venetian harbor filled with boats and enjoy a frappe in one of the cafes with views of the lighthouse and Turkish mosque. Visit some of the fascinating museums, such as the Naval museum at the edge of the harbor, and enjoy the sunset as day becomes dusk and the atmosphere of Chania town transitions under the light of the moon. 

Local tavernas can be found around the beaches of Agia Marina and Agii Apostoli. These beaches are beautiful sandy bays which are shallow so great for families. Large supermarkets, bakeries and patisseries are within walking distance so stocking up on supplies is easy. Of course you also have the farmers market in Chania town for fresh local produce. Being on the outskirts of Chania you are spoiled for choice but you also have the opportunity to easily explore places such as the Therisso gorge and the botanical park with its beautiful walk and restaurant serving home grown ingredients. 

5,5 Km away the also busy beach and homonym village of Platanias can be found. The area has faced a great development in tourism during the last decades and the small village has now turned into a lively suburb of Chania. The proximity to Chania, the beautiful beach and the regular bus services from Chania have made Platanias the most popular beach near Chania city. The old village is built on a hillside with a fantastic view of the sea and the islet of Thodorou.