The Tanneries Hotel & Spa - a Member of Design Hotels

If you're looking for a sleek, brand new, modern boutique hotel, this is the place for you. The space is genuinely gorgeous, with luxe finishes and fixtures (to include steam showers in individual rooms, electronic controls for the lights, curtains, etc). The views over the harbor are spectacular, and the in-hotel restaurant has a phenomenal view of the sunset right over Chania town. It is also removed from the hustle and bustle of Chania downtown (which is often crowded with tourists), while still being close enough to conveniently walk to (about a scenic 25-30 minute walk each way).

Apart from the aesthetics, there's not much more to it. There is a heated, indoor pool, but the spa/wellness facilities are quite small. The steamroom can maybe fit 4 people at any given time, and requires advance notice (30 minutes) before it is ready for use. Similarly, the fitness center is very small with only one bike and treadmill and some dumbbell weights. I also did not see a sauna. Better than nothing, but I certainly wouldn't call it a spa retreat (I admittedly didn't look into massages or other treatments, so can't speak to that). The parking situation was also confusing/frustrating - you must use the hotel valet for parking, who is available from 8am-8pm (but will accommodate your schedule if you communicate needs in advance, e.g. for an early morning departure). If you drive up and no one is at the front desk, you have to find a corner to pull off to and wait for someone to return to take your keys. While I was comfortable overall and wouldn't hate to stay there again, the price tag ($650 for one person/two nights) was a little steep for what I actually got.

Very comfortable rooms. Gorgeous delicious food and location of restaurant. Lovely staff.

We loved location, interior architecture and design, beautifully appointed rooms with all convenient features- lighting, storage, window shutters, balcony, sauna,etc… Delicious restaurant with fantastic service.

No downsides

Location is very nice and rooms are nice.

No vegan options for breakfast, only juice and fruit, not good anyway!