A family-friendly stay in the heart of Chania awaits you at this villa. Within steps you'll find Marathi Beach and Loutraki Beach within a 20-minute stroll. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 9 bathrooms, a balcony and in-room jetted baths are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .Enjoy the water park, Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and in-room fitness.
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Olympic Catering - Everest - 11 min drive
Espressaki - 8 min drive
Lali Bake House - 8 min drive
Λούκουλος - 3 min walk
The Anchor - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach
Villa Palena is approved by the Greek Tourism Organization with license number: 1198521 & & is managed by "etouri vacation rental management."
Built on a private land of 4.500 m2, Villa Palena is located just 100 meters on foot away from the beautiful, sandy beach of Marathi and several tavernas. It is fully equipped to meet your needs with exclusive amenities such as its sports field, spa room, recreation room, smart living areas, and relaxation spots that are scattered throughout the premises, all the while offering ample space and privacy.
Covering 520 m2 across four levels, Villa Palena accommodates up to 14 guests in seven elegant en-suite bedrooms, with the option to host up to 20 guests if needed. Ground Floor - Main entrance opens to an open-plan area with: -Living room: large corner sofa, 55 HDTV with Netflix, coffee table -Indoor dining area: seating for 14 guests -Fully equipped kitchen: built-in appliances, wine cooler, island breakfast counter with 14 stools -Glass sliding doors from all three areas provide direct access to the pool terrace -Luggage stroller available for convenience -Bathroom with shower, washing machine, and clothes dryer -Ground floor bedroom: Queen-size bed (1.60 x 2.00 m), ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower, air conditioning, 32" TV, closet, safe, direct access to a veranda
First Floor - Four bedrooms: -Bedroom 2 Queen-size bed (1.60 x 2.00 m), ensuite bathroom with hydromassage bathtub, air conditioning, 32" TV, closet, safe, direct access to shared balcony with sea view -Bedroom 3: Queen-size bed (1.60 x 2.00 m), ensuite bathroom with hydromassage stand-alone shower, air conditioning, 32" TV, closet, safe, direct access to shared balcony with sea view -Bedroom 4: Two twin beds (0.90 x 2.00 m) convertible to king-size (1.80 x 2.00 m), ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower, air conditioning, 32" TV, closet, safe, direct access to shared balcony with sea view -Bedroom 5: King-size bed (1.80 x 2.00 m), ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower, air conditioning, 32" TV, closet, safe, direct access to shared balcony with sea view
Attic - Two bedrooms with sliding doors: -Bedroom 6: Twin beds (0.90 x 2.00 m) convertible to king-size (1.80 x 2.00 m), ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower, air conditioning, 32" TV, closet, safe, mini fridge, direct access to large shared balcony with sea view -Bedroom 7: Queen-size bed (1.60 x 2.00 m), ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower, air conditioning, 32" TV, closet, safe, mini fridge, direct access to large shared balcony with sea view
Lower Floor -Recreation room: corner sofa, 65" HDTV with Netflix, PlayStation 5, home cinema system, Bluetooth speaker, games, pool table, table football -Spa area: marble hammam for up to six guests, wooden sauna for seven, six-seater hot tub, four chaise longues, massage bed -Fitness area: elliptical machine, static bicycle, additional exercise equipment -Kitchenette: for light refreshments -Bathroom with shower, additional separate shower, dressing room -Stairs provide direct access to the pool area
Outdoor Area (2,500 m2) -Swimming pool: 50 m2, 1.50 m deep, pool heating available upon request (advance notice required) -Pool terrace: outdoor furniture including 8 sunbeds, 2 double day beds, 2 bean bag loungers, hanging egg chair, hammock, side tables, large corner sofa with coffee table, 4 cuddler sofas, 4 umbrellas, outdoor shower -Shaded pergola: gas barbecue, outdoor dining table for 14, outdoor kitchen with sink, small fridge and freezer, stools, additional table with 4 high chairs -Entertainment & sports: table tennis, playground for children, lawn area for play, sports field for basketball & soccer -Parking: space for multiple cars inside the villa premises -Fully fenced outdoor area with private entrance and gate for privacy
**Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at EUR15 per night from April to October and EUR4 per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 5,597 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number 1198521
We should mention
On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
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Pristine home with high end amenities 300 meters from the beach
Pristine home with high end amenities 100 meters from the beach
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach?
Yep, Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach is a short 2-minute walk from Marathi Beach.
Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.
Does Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach have a pool?
Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach has a heated pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.
Does Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
What luxury perks are available at Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach?
This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a jetted bath.
What makes Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, private pools, and Jetted bath all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach.
Is Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a water park, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach?
No, Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach?
No, pets are not allowed.
Villa with spa - playroom, 100m from sandy beach Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
jim c.
31 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
jim c.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hayley W.
16 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful Villa and a super location with the beautiful beach nearby and lovely restaurants a stone's throw away. 14 of us staying in the villa ranging from a baby up to Grandparents and there is plenty of space in the property for everyone to do their own thing or all be together.
Hayley W.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hayley W.
29 Sept 2025
Hayley W.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful. No problems. Accommodating.
Sarah P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy F.
4 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house with all the family had a great time (ages ranging from 3 years to 72 years) the beach was excellent and lovely Tavernas to eat in all with in 5 mins walk from the house. The house was clean and lots of space. Would love to go back again but already booked out for our week next year 2026!!
Dorothy F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tandy B.
20 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Palena was everything and more we had hoped it would be. The villa is beautiful and suits all ages. It’s so well laid out and the Villa owners have clearly thought of everything. Nothing is too much trouble for the property managers and they were instrumental in helping us organise a few things beforehand such as a yoga teacher to the premises for our group, an exceptional caterer on a couple of nights, boat trips and an amazing bike ride on e-bikes for the day. Within a 5 minute walk to a beautiful beach, shallow waters with very reasonably priced Sunbeds (recommend booking these when you arrive at the beach to guarantee a sunbed). Lovely restaurants close by. You won’t be disappointed.
Tandy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
paul J.
5 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa and location
Clean, superb facilities, unbelievable location. Could have done without the cleaners coming at 8:50 though when check out was at 10. BUT hugely recommended.
paul J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mandy O.
8 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The overall holiday was just perfect - From start to finish we were very well looked after.Sofia and her staff who cleaned and looked after us were amazing, warm friendly and brilliant at what they do ! we genuinely had the best week.
Mandy O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephen D.
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Really lovely accommodation and location
The villa felt like home for a week for a three generation family. Well appointed, regular and very friendly housekeeping, this place provided everything we needed in a beautiful, and relatively quiet bay. Recommend a car for access to supermarket. We would book this place again.
Stephen D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fernanda S.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Palena - simply the best !!
Beautiful property with lots of space, great pool and everything you needed inside and out. A 5 minute walk to the beaches and restaurants. It was great for us all as a family as the villa had everything we needed. The kids loved the games room when they’d had enough in the pool. Beautiful.
Fernanda S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brittany M.
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect
I have high expectations and this property exceeded every expectation. The communication with the property manager was a 10/10 and they are able to accommodate everything from groceries upon arrival, to car services, in house massages in the hotel grade spa room within the house, and private boat tours. Our housekeeper was the best! The central location of the house was PERCECT. The 2 min walk to the beach was exactly want we wanted in between the days of exploring this amazing island! The beach provided perfect restaurant options ! I cant say enough about this property and location and everything that was provided with our stay. I truley hope that i am able to return!
Brittany M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Norman B.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful holiday at Villa Palena!
Villa Palena is a lovely, spacious, light, bright property. It provided us wth everything we could have asked for, from comfortable en suite bedrooms to a superbly well-equipped kitchen, to a marvellous indoor games room and spa, to a beautiful pool and surrounding sunbathing area... and even a mini-football pitch! So, there was plenty on offer for every age group. Last but not least, we were made very, very welcome by the housekeeper and her staff, who could not have done more to make us feel at home and to keep the place spick and span!
Norman B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
steve l.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
perfect week in Chania
This is a fantastic property! The management company was great. They arranged boat trips, scuba diving, private chefs and more. We were 3 families with 7 teenage kids. Everyone had a fantastic time. You will want a car if you are going to explore some of the beautiful beaches on the west coast of Crete.
steve l.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott O.
14 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
Traveled with 14 adults and there was more than enough space for everyone. Everyone really enjoyed this house and pool area! We also enjoyed the beach and beachside tavernas all within a short walk. Best of all were the services provided by Etouri. The housekeeping staff were so pleasant, and Etouri's concierge service made everything so easy to plan! They helped us book all of our activities, dinner reservations, van transportation, you name it! The folks at Etouri were such a joy to work with every step of the way.
Scott O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patty M.
13 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay - great location - great house
We had a family of 14 stay at the Villa. The villa had everything we could ever ask for and more. There were even restaurants in walking distance. The kids had a great time with the outdoor area and the basement/spa. We will definitely put this on our list to stay again if we ever return.
Patty M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ken B.
15 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
June 8-15
Excellent
Perfect location
Ken B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Petra M.
11 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional stay
I am struggling to find works to describe our stay. We have spent last 5 years organising business trips which ranged from 16-30+ people and this has been an absolute show stopper. The villa itself is absolutely beautiful, so close to the beach and some brilliant restaurants. The on hand service from Etouri is excellent to the point we have already booked another stay with them for next year. Sofia who manages the villa is ever so lovely and ever so helpful with anything. Would 100% recommend the villa and providers for anyone looking for a fantastic holiday.
Loukoulos & the boat rental just down the road are both amazing.
Petra M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
HELEN G.
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family holiday
A beautiful Villa and pool in a superb location, just a short walk from the beach and 3 Tavernas, all which serve lovely food. Our favourite Taverna was Loukoulos, the staff are very friendly and the food delicious. There is a range of watersports on the beach - paddle boarding, kayaking, pedalo's, fishing boats to hire which kept a wide range of ages active. The sea was clear and warm, great for children. Etouri the rental company are superb and very helpful. We all really enjoyed our stay in Marathi.
HELEN G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alina S.
20 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best of the best!!
We absolutely loved our stay here! We were a large group of about 10 people and the accommodations for all of us were amazing! The staff went above and beyond and were there to help with any questions we had. The location of the home was absolutely amazing, right across the street from the beach. It was truly like staying in paradise. It is a close driving distance from most shops, and there are many restaurants across the stress on the beach. The home was incredibly clean and included so many amenities. We absolutely loved our stay and cannot wait to be back soon!
Alina S.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Teresa B.
18 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
We took our children, grandchildren, sister & brother in law on a holiday to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary, and what fabulous time we had. The beautiful Villa Palena had everything to cater for a large group of various ages, with a fabulous pool area with outside kitchen/BBQ area which we used constantly, and lots of other amenities to keep everyone of all ages entertained. The beautifully furnished bedrooms all have their own en-suites-a must with such a large group, and the house was equipped with everything we could wish for. Sophia was on hand to help with lots of information and kept the house immaculately clean. The location is family orientated with a lovely sandy beach with beds & brollys and 3 or 4 restaurants/bars are only a 5 minute walk. A car is a must for food shopping as there are no shops within walking distance but we just hired a small runaround for essentials. The taxi service is good for a visit to and Chania town (only 20mins away) and is so pretty with its lovely cobbled streets.
Prior to travelling, the agent/owner was always prompt in answering emails and was happy to give us lots of information
I would thoroughly recommend Villa Palena for a family holiday
Teresa B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pat D.
18 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Villa Palena
The villa is gorgeous. All the bedrooms are beautiful and the kids loved the basement with the pool table etc. The outdoor furniture and pool are lovely. It was a 5 minute walk to the beach and plenty of tavernas. The sea was crystal clear and fantastic swim in. As there was no local bakery we sometimes bought bread and tzatziki as takeaway and had it as lunch at the villa.
Sofia is an absolute gem, came in most days and would get us any shopping we needed. Sofia was so very kind, helpful and generous.
We all agreed it was the best holiday we have had and would love to return.
Pat D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katie L.
4 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
We just got back from a weeks stay at Villa Palena. The property is stunning and we all enjoyed our stay. The pictures do not do it justice it is truly gorgeous and has literally everything you need. Sophia was amazing if we needed anything extra.
We also loved the area gorgeous beaches and wonderful tavernas. We would book again in a heartbeat!!
Katie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte C., London
25 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect villa in every way
We were a party of 8 adults and 4 children and could not recommend this Villa enough. The rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated, in fact everything is to a very high standard. The outside area is lovely, with a great pool. I have to specifically mention Sophia too, who came in every day to clean, not only did she keep the Villa immaculate but she was so helpful and friendly, and the children loved her.
The location is perfect, being only a short walk to a beautiful beach and a few tavernas and bar.
The Etouri Team were really helpful, quick and efficient throughout, from answering questions when I was booking, to arranging a transfer minibus, and we also had the private chef (Naked Chef - the company, not literally!) come to the Villa to cook one evening, which I would thoroughly recommend.
Everything is catered for, and it made for a fantastic holiday."
Charlotte C.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Catriona Parry
15 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect villa
The villa was oustanding. The location is perfect as it's a really short walk to the beach and there are 2-3 restaurants to dine in. We loved being able to pop down to the beach and back to the villa again whenever we wanted to. Sofia did a great job, cleaning the villa every day (except Sundays). The villa is really well stocked with crockery, glasses etc and has a great, large fridge. The air conditioning wasn't as effective as we'd have liked in the bedrooms (particularly at the top of the villa - our children had to move down to the basement to sleep as it was too hot in the bedrooms upstairs) but it was 38 degrees during our stay so very hot. The swimming pool was great although relatively small given the size of the villa. Pool area and sunbeds etc were great. We had a really special holiday and everyone was really helpful - Sofia went out of her way to help with anything we needed. We did think that cleaning for 3-4 hours every day was not totally necessary, however - perhaps just cleaning the kitchen/communal area each day and then whole villa revert 2-3 days would suffice. thanks for a wonderful holiday!
Catriona Parry
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sally Y.
4 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family villa, ticking many boxes
We had a wonderful time at villa Palena. The owner and Etouri bent over backwards to accommodate our various requests. The location is amazing and the villa quality, both inside and outside is excellent. The outside area was fantastic for lazy days and family evenings and we all had a fabulous time. Thank you!