Marika Beach Hotel

Marika Beach Hotel is a beach hotel on the Kissamou-Chanion Road in Agia Marina, on the stretch of coast between Agia Marina and Platanias west of Chania in Crete, with direct access to the sand. Agia Marina is one of the main holiday strips of the Chania coast, a lively area about ten kilometres west of the city with a long sandy beach, tavernas, bars and shops lining the main road, and the nearby islet of Agioi Theodoroi (Thodorou) visible offshore. The hotel is listed in the mid-range category, with double rooms, family rooms and suites, and typical high-season rates of roughly EUR 85-170 per night. Recorded facilities include a swimming pool, beach access, a restaurant, a bar, air conditioning and Wi-Fi, so the stay can be organised around the sea and pool with meals available on site, while the surrounding strip provides more variety for evenings, including seafood tavernas and cafes. The environment is that of a classic Cretan beach resort district: easy, informal and geared to families and groups who prefer a swimming holiday to city sightseeing. The Old Town of Chania and its Venetian harbour are reachable by frequent buses or by taxi along the coastal road, usually in around twenty to thirty minutes depending on traffic, and the bus stops along the main road make the hotel convenient without a car. For excursions, Agia Marina is positioned well for the west of the island, with the Maleme coast, Kissamos and the Balos and Elafonisi day trips reachable by rental car or organised coach. The nearby Agia Marina and Platanias beaches have shallow water in places and are popular with families, though the road noise from the main route can be noticeable in rooms facing it. Water sports and sunbed rentals are available along the beach in season. Because this is a seasonal resort belt, many facilities operate from roughly May to October, and booking ahead is wise for July and August, while shoulder months give warm seas and quieter surroundings.