Samaria by the Sea

Sfakia guestrooms with free WiFi

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Terrace/patio
Superior Suite, Balcony, Sea View | Terrace/patio
Superior Suite, Balcony, Sea View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Greek cuisine, beach views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Chora Sfakion, Sfakia, Crete, 730 11
  • Place, Vrysi
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ilingas Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Agios Charalampos
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪88 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Suite, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sfakia

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Vrysi and 2 miles (3 km) of Ilingas Beach with a stay here. Agios Charalampos and Ammoúdi are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Vrysi - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ilingas Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Agios Charalampos - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ammoúdi - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Frangokastello Beach - 27 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ο Βάταλος (O Vatalos) - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Thea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sifis - ‬68 min drive
  • ‪Maria's cafe & bakery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Καντίνα Σφακιά - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Samaria by the Sea

Sfakia guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Sfakia hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Samaria by the Sea offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

Property Registration Number 1042Κ112K0267400

We should mention

  • Onsite 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

From Samaria To Livikon
Samaria by the Sea Hotel
Samaria by the Sea Sfakia
Samaria by the Sea Hotel Sfakia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Samaria by the Sea to the airport?

Samaria by the Sea is 47.7 mi (99-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Samaria by the Sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Samaria by the Sea.

How close is Samaria by the Sea to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Vrysi and 1.3 mi (8-min drive) from Ilingas Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Samaria by the Sea offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Samaria by the Sea, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Samaria by the Sea?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Samaria by the Sea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Samaria by the Sea?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Samaria by the Sea have a pool?

Samaria by the Sea does not have a pool.

Does Samaria by the Sea have a restaurant?

Samaria by the Sea is home to Kitchen Stories, which features Greek cuisine, ocean views, and a beachfront location.

Does Samaria by the Sea have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Samaria by the Sea to downtown Sfakia?

Samaria by the Sea is 5.2 mi away from Sfakia.

Samaria by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Totally recommend

Great place to stay and very clean and a very nicely appointed room with super comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern small hotel on the waterfront in Chora Sfkian with rooms overlooking the sea. Friendly owners and a delicious restaurant attached. Convenient to all places on the southern coast of western Crete.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice area close to all restaurants in the area. Many mini markets. Easy access to the port for ferries to many southern villages and beaches. Host were great. Room was very clean and had a great ocean view. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous seaside resort with friendly staff in a beautiful location. Lovely beach with chairs and umbrellas. Quiet and relaxed atmosphere. I want to return for a longer stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxed informal atmosphere. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fabulous. Friendly staff, stunning view from balcony. Room was clean & comfortable. Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely boutique hotel

Very friendly staff who went over and above to accommodate us Lovely terrace with a lovely view. Good food served in their restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Au top

Un accueil très sympathique, un très bel endroit, une très belle chambre, une très belle vue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tutto perfetto, un soggiorno da sogno
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Établissement familial, très sympathique, la chambre magnifique, avec un balcon donnant sur la mer. Que du bonheur!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

pascal, aix les bains

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Du personnel ageeable dans un lieu paradisiaque. Vue sur la mer et excursions aux alentours. Un bon point de chute pour visiter les gorges de samaria
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt Jorgensen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel confortable, agréable. chambre vue sur mer avec petit balcon. Calme en soirée.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

eloise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel fantastique avec une vue sur mer magnifique et surtout tout le personnel très agréable et aux petits soins pour ses clients
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Macarena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel cuidado, personal amable y ubicacion perfecta.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Antonella

Tutto nella media.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

stefano

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Posizione bellissima. Stanze eccellenti. Ristorazione buona. Pochi altri negozi nelle vicinanze. Manca l'ascensore
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Romain

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024