Where to stay · Budget
Best budget neighbourhoods in Crete
Where to stay in Crete without overspending — the most affordable neighbourhoods that are still well-located and walkable.
Top pick for budget
Rethymno
The mid-island city — a Venetian fortress, historic lighthouse, and the most relaxed base between Chania and Heraklion.
Rethymno
Top pickThe mid-island city — a Venetian fortress, historic lighthouse, and the most relaxed base between Chania and Heraklion.
8/10
Walk
6/10
Price
8/10
Local
7/10
Central
Heraklion
GoodCrete's capital — gateway to Knossos, the finest archaeological museum in Greece, and the island's main transport hub.
8/10
Walk
5/10
Price
8/10
Local
9/10
Central
Chania
Trade-offThe most beautiful city on Crete — Venetian harbour, lighthouse, and the finest base for the Samaria Gorge and White Mountains.
9/10
Walk
4/10
Price
7/10
Local
8/10
Central
South Coast & Matala
Trade-offThe wilder southern coast — Matala's cave beach, Preveli Palm Beach, and the less-visited Libyan Sea shore.
4/10
Walk
7/10
Price
9/10
Local
4/10
Central
Elounda & East Crete
Trade-offThe most exclusive resort area — Spinalonga island, the Elounda Bay luxury hotels, and the quieter eastern coast.
4/10
Walk
2/10
Price
5/10
Local
5/10
Central
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