Blue Dome Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Chania (Crete)
About the Hotel
Beachfront Apartment Accommodations
Blue Dome Hotel consists of 39 independent apartments with furnished terraces offering sea or garden views. Studio apartments (25 m²) feature two single beds, a convertible sofa-bed, marble bathroom with shower, and kitchenette. One-bedroom apartments (40 m²) include separate bedrooms with choice of two single beds or one double bed, living room with two convertible sofa-beds, and marble bathroom with shower or bathtub. The two-bedroom suite (60 m²) offers one bedroom with two single beds, one bedroom with double bed, living room with convertible sofa-bed, two marble bathrooms with bathtubs, and a 50 m² veranda with full sea view. All units include air conditioning, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, refrigerator, coffee machine, and free WiFi.
Cretan Cuisine Restaurant
The on-site Basil' Honey Restaurant serves modern Cretan cuisine using seasonal local ingredients, with focus on extra virgin olive oil and local produce. The restaurant offers breakfast with homemade jams, freshly squeezed juices, and made-to-order eggs. Lunch includes salads, pasta, burgers, and pizza served poolside or beachside. Dinner features signature Cretan dishes under the stars. The wine list showcases Cretan vineyards with varieties including local reds, roses, and whites. The pool bar serves cocktails, smoothies, and light snacks from 10:00 AM until midnight.
Recreation and Wellness Facilities
The hotel features a 52-meter sandy beach with umbrellas and sunbeds, plus two swimming pools (one for adults, one for children). The fitness area includes treadmill, stationary bicycle, TRX and Pilates equipment, with expert staff available. Yoga classes are held twice weekly on an outdoor wooden deck with sea views. The hotel provides free bicycles for exploring Platanias village and surrounding orange and olive groves. Regular events include music and wine tastings at Basil' Honey Restaurant featuring Cretan musicians and dancers, plus tango lessons and milongas.
Platanias Beach Location
Blue Dome Hotel is situated directly on Platanias Beach in Chania, Crete. The hotel is 11 km west of Chania town center and 20 km from Chania International Airport. Nearby landmarks include the Historic shelter of Platanias (0.5 km), Folklore Museum of Agia Marina (2 km), and Gerani Beach (2 km). The area offers access to Samaria, Aghia Irini, and Imbros gorges, plus the famous beaches of Balos and Elafonissi. Cultural sites within driving distance include the Archaeological Museum of Chania in the Catholic church of Saint Francis and the Naval Museum in the Venetian Firka Fortress.
Hotel Services and Amenities
Services include multilingual front desk staff, concierge assistance, luggage storage, and daily cleaning. Room service is available, and the hotel provides free parking, beach towels, and sun loungers. Safety deposit boxes and pillow menu are offered in all rooms. Families can request free baby cots and baby chairs. The hotel operates a sustainability program with energy-efficient technologies and participates in caretta-caretta protection programs. Special packages include yoga retreats with daily 90-minute meditation and yoga classes on the beachfront, including breakfast and healthy lunch.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Aerobics
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
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