This is a fine home base for exploring Chania. The bedrooms are on the small side, and some of the bathrooms are just above microscopic. The upside is that everyone gets their own private bath. The suite on the elevator-accessible floor 1 is ideal for a guest who can’t handle stairs; the rest of the place definitely requires some climbing.The kitchen is well stocked with all the necessary appliances, tableware and cooking tools.The air conditioning worked well in every room, as did all the lights and doors and window shades and other mechanical bits.All fine and good. But several things really set this place apart.The entire place is immaculate. Not a stray hair or speck of dust from top to bottom.Everything a traveler could possibly need is provided, and then some. Power adapters and strips in every room. Rain umbrellas. Beach umbrellas, chairs, mats, toys. A meter-tall stack of beach towels. Soaps and shampoos in every bathroom. Cold water ready in the fridge. A bottle of wine on check-in, and again after the cleaner's visit.The biggest surprise is the roof deck. This is not some dusty sun-baked afterthought. A stunningly well designed and comfortable place to spend afternoons with a book and a bottle of wine, distracted only by the views of mountains and sea. (The hot tub looked inviting if the weather were cooler.)A couple of minor issues were resolved quickly by the host.In short, astonishing attention to detail and guest comfort set this place apart.
