Santa Helena Beach Resort

Santa Helena Beach Resort is a mid-range beach resort on the Kissamou-Chanion Road in Platanias, on the northwest coast of Crete in Greece. It lies close to the village centre and its restaurants, in the western part of the Platanias strip, roughly 12 km from Chania town. Platanias has a long sandy beach, a seafront promenade of tavernas and bars, shops, and water-sports operators, with the islet of Agioi Theodoroi visible offshore. Local buses run along the coast road to Chania's Old Town, about 25-30 minutes away, and Chania International Airport is roughly 30 km by road. The resort lists swimming pools, beach access, a spa, restaurants, a bar, air conditioning and Wi-Fi, with room types of double rooms, family rooms and suites. As with most resorts in the area, dining typically includes a breakfast buffet and restaurant or snack-bar service, while the village offers additional Cretan and international options within walking distance; menus and meal plans should be confirmed directly. High-season doubles typically cost EUR 85-170 per night (about $98-195 USD), with the figures indicative rather than live. The spa generally offers massage and relaxation treatments, and the pools complement the beach for guests who prefer fresh water. Service is resort-style and geared toward families and couples, with staff able to help with excursions to Balos, Elafonisi, Samaria Gorge and Chania, as well as car hire. The location suits beach holidays with an active evening scene close by, and also offers a base for exploring the western end of the Chania prefecture, including Maleme, Kolymbari and the Gramvousa peninsula by car or organised tour.