When I traveled to Greece back in 2024, I noticed that Hilton did not have a strong presence at all in that country — that has significantly changed since its partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World began — and the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand officially returns to Greece with the opening of the Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa hotel property on the island of Crete.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Returns to Greece with Opening in Chania
As the iconic hospitality of the brand embraces the historic region of Chania and the culturally rich coastline of Crete, the property — which has 85 elegant rooms and suites and is located just a walk of five minutes from the entrance to the Old Town and only a 20-minute drive from the airport — is set to redefine Chania as a international destination all year round, combining curated gastronomic experiences, premium wellness facilities, and flexible event spaces that open the doors for connection, celebration, and inspiration. Every room features a private balcony with a heated pool; while others include in-room saunas and sweeping views of the Aegean Sea.
Key Highlights include:
- World Class Dining
- Poème de la Canée: A vibrant, two-level dining destination, boasting all-day Mediterranean flavors, signature cocktails, live music, and a welcoming social atmosphere.
- Céleste: A sophisticated rooftop experience with a heated infinity pool overlooking the Aegean Sea, offering guests a menu of curated dishes, bar bites, and signature beverages.
- Fauchon Café Pâtisserie: Making its Greece debut, this renowned French brand offers refined pastries, desserts, gourmet sandwiches, and its iconic five o’clock tea experience.
- The C Bar: An elegant lounge providing a carefully curated selection of aged spirits and premium cigars from Cuba and the Dominican Republic.
- Elevated Amenities
- Little Galaxy: This open-air, rooftop botanical garden provides a serene retreat to thoughtfully host intimate events and receptions for up to 120 guests, group wellness activities, and small weddings.
- L’Occitane en Provence Spa: Inspired by the natural beauty of Provence, this spa features four treatment rooms, a hammam, saunas, steam baths, and tranquil relaxation areas.
Final Boarding Call
Hilton Hotels & Resorts may seem to have taken a back seat when compared to its newer brethren of brands over the years — but the flagship brand now has a presence in almost 100 countries and territories with greater than 600 hotel and resort properties. The Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa hotel property is the latest example that proves that the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand has become more upscale in recent years than during much of its storied history.
As mentioned earlier in this article, Greece represented a hole in the presence of Hilton. Perhaps other countries — such as Norway, Vanuatu, and Bosnia and Herzegovina as three examples — will be considered for growth in the Hilton portfolio of brands in the future…
The photograph that is featured at the top of this article is of Crete in Greece. Photograph ©2024 by Brian Cohen.
