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Elia Dorotheou

Crete · Greece

Episkopou Dorotheou, 24View location

8.4/10Excellent43 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service8.8/108.8
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.2/108.2
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Elia Dorotheou

The Elia Dorotheou Hotel, nestled in the heart of Chania's old city, sits just behind the town's Cathedral and a mere 100 meters from the Venetian harbor. This renovated Venetian edifice offers a comfortable stay in well-appointed rooms. Each room features air conditioning, satellite TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Check-in takes place at the nearby Elia Bettolo Hotel (50 meters away), with staff available 24/7. The hotel's prime location encourages exploration of the historic center, including the Archaeological Museum, Municipal Gallery, Catholic Church, and Firkas Fortress. A variety of shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes are also within easy reach.

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With a stay at Elia Dorotheou in Chania (Old Town Chania), you'll be steps from Old Venetian Harbor and 15 minutes by foot from Nea Chora Beach. This hotel is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Agia Marina Beach and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Golden Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include safes, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators No front desk LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
    • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
    • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There is no front desk at this property. The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [Elia Betolo Hotel, Episkopou Dorotheou 24, Chania 731 32]. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property's breakfast is served at a nearby partner property, Elia Bettolo Hotel, located 109 yards (100 meters) away.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per room
    • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Greek

    English

Nearby attractions

Mitropoleos Square 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cathedral of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cretan House Folklore Museum 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Folklore Museum of Chania 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cathedral of the 3 Martyrs 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Franciscan Monastery of Aghios Fragkiskos 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Old Venetian Harbor 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Ancient Kydonia 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Municipal Art Gallery of Chania 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Mosque of the Janissaries 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Etz Hayyim Synagogue 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Chania Central Market 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Mosque of Kioutsouk Hassan 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Greek National Football Museum 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Church of Agios Nikolaos 0.4 km / 0.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 5
  • Single rooms: 1
  • Twin rooms: 2
  • hotel
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Visa Electrón
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
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  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Transfer serviceExtra charge
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • Medical service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Clothes dryer
  • Towels and bed linen
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE CLASSIC WITH BALCONYDOUBLE • CLASSIC WITH BALCONYDBL.AS-BL

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    DOUBLE CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.AS-BL

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  • Room CLASSIC WITH BALCONYRoom • CLASSIC WITH BALCONYROO.AS-BL

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    Elia Dorotheou

    Room CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.AS-BL

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE CLASSICDOUBLE • CLASSIC • 20 m²DBL.AS
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    DOUBLE CLASSIC

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.AS

    Room amenities

    • Housekeeping
    • Cable TV
    • Slippers
    • Bathrobes
    • Cot on demand
    • Wi-fi
    • Balcony
    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Fridge
    • Safe

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Elia Dorotheou

    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 18 m²DBL.ST
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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    18 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Safe
    • Mini fridge
    • Internet access
    • Housekeeping
    • Slippers
    • Bathrobes
    • Hairdryer
    • Cot on demand
    • Wi-fi
    • TV

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    Elia Dorotheou

    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Elia Dorotheou

    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    Elia Dorotheou

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Elia Dorotheou

8.4
Excellent
43 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
8.8 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.2 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
20 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
14 May 2025
Scott
Amazing location on a charming side street in Chania and very walkable.

Can be tough to find initially though. There was a large stain on the chair which I used the provided robe to cover it up. Strange smell in the room which was off-putting. Quite loud until 2am every night since there is a restaurant directly outside.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2025
Verified traveler
Staff were amazing. Super friendly and helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2023
Jill

Excellent!!

Everything was good, from friendly check-in, great room with excellent facilities and a delicious breakfast.
We like the Elia hotels very much and have already booked another stay.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2023
Brian W

Elia - best in Chania?

can't go wrong with the Elia Hotels group
Self
4/10
Poor
19 Jun 2022
Verified traveler

4/10

I booked a room with balcony and they gave me room with just a tiny window over the bed overlooking a roof of another buildng so it was useless! They said that hotels.com made a mistake and lied that the hotel didn’t had balcony’s bit clearly you could see one on the third floor! So Hotels.com contacted them and they offered me a room with balcony the next day of my two day stay! I didn’t want it after cuz i didn’t wanna go through the hustle of changing rooms and i was upset that they lied to me when they said that the hotel doesn’t have balcony’s! The room btw was ok for the money you are paying in Chania! Plus the check in is a mess! You have to go to a sister hotel of that one to check in but that is not mentioned anywhere! I had luck to ask one of the people who was staying there in the hotel already and help me out!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2019
Tracy

Elia hotels in Chania Old Town

When I arrived I found they had moved me to another nearby property, Elia Potie. The room they gave me was larger than what I'd reserved, and had very nice decor. And a small balcony! It is in the heart of shopping & restaurants, and a short walk to the harbor. The only drawback was that there was a popular nightspot on the ground floor of the building, with music and crowd noises until around midnight. The noise level wasn't too much, and should not bother you unless you're a light sleeper.

Be aware, you will check in at Elia Betolo, a short distance from both Elia Dortheou Episkopou and Elia Potie. Breakfast is at Elia Betolo as well, if you reserved a room including that. Note that all three hotels are on the edge of the Old Town which restricts motorized traffic. If you have a car you will need to park and walk a distance to the hotel. Also, there are no lifts (elevators to Americans). There is only one key per room.
Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Aug 2019
Ekaterina
Cute and comfy hotel, the only problem is the noise from outside restaurant, even with the windows closed cannot be avoided. But it is not the fault of the hotel really, just something to keep in mind if you are a light sleeper.
8/10
Excellent
18 Jul 2019
Michelle

First time to Chania!

We loved how spacious the room was and the hotel is in an awesome location. Front desk suggested we go to Golden beach and we’re glad we did! Short public bus to the beach. Awesome stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2018
Robert
Friendly staff couldn't have been more helpful when I told them of noise from event happening in street below. Was upgraded to double room away from noise for remainder of stay - thank you. This small hotel is excellently located close to pretty harbour, restaurants and bus station. Had a great weeks holiday.
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

Very central

Not really a hotel-just a building with 5 letting bedrooms. Good bathroom and excellent shower
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2017
Verified traveler
Very charming place
Family
6/10
Pleasant
17 Mar 2017
Verified traveler

nice hotel

good clean comfortable and relaxed room for a day stay in the center of old town
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2016
Lisa

Central and comfortable hotel

Really comfortable room and friendly service
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
Jamylle
A equipe do hotel é super simpática, a localização super pitoresca e as amenidades muito boas. Em especial o presentinho que nos deram ao final: azeite!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Agostino
Personale top!! Colazione molto buona con vasta scelta per ogni tipo di gusti. La nostra camera non era ciò che aspettavamo, non rispecchia ciò che descrivono . Non pulita, il mattino dopo essendo arrivati molto tardi, al mattino ho fatto presente dello sporcho a terra e delle ragnatele di fianco al lett, rientrando la camera e rimasta uguale, solo il letto e stato rifatto.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2026
luc
La chambre était conforme à la description et aux photos, la literie remarquable. La balcon est tout petit et ne permet pas d'y installer une chaise. Nous avons été gênés par le bruit dans la rue (nous étions au 2eme étage) de la taverne qui est juste en bas de l'hôtel, avec des clients TRES bruyants jusqu'à 1h du matin, mais cela n'avait pas été le cas 3 semaines auparavant. Le vrai plus est le petit déjeuner à l'hôtel voisin Elia Bettolo qui est vraiment excellent et très complet (et très grec)
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Jonas
war Gut
8/10
Excellent
17 May 2025
Verified traveler

Boa localização, mas muito barulho

Camas extremamente confortáveis. Hotel na região central de Chania, muito bom. O ponto negativo é que embaixo do hotel funciona um restaurante que tem pessoas falando alto até de madrugada, o que pode atrapalhar quem tem sono leve.
Partner
4/10
Poor
14 Sep 2024
Marita

DELUDENTE

Stanza al piano terra troppo umida, tanto che è presente un deumidificatore, che però non risolve il problema.
Mal isolata dall' esterno, dove è presente un locale che impedisce di dormire fino alle due di notte, quando chiude.
Rumori e cigolii dalle scale e dai solai delle camere superiori.
Raccordi della doccia montati senza guarnizioni, che, per assurdo, sono state lasciate all' esterno legate con un elastico. Il che causa un notevole spreco d' acqua.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2022
Veronica
Veldig god service, helt ok rom. Føltes ut som det var en del mugg på både rom og toalett. Men veldig sentralt så det var et pluss.
Friends_and_family Friends

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Episkopou Dorotheou, 24, Chania, Greece

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