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Borgo Pignano Volterra
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Villa Bordeaux Santorini
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Black Rhino Game Lodge
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Parador de Cuenca
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Casa Casuarina Miami
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Hotel Grotta Palazzese Polignano a Mare
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Hotel Concept
“This Venetian townhouse is situated in the most historic urban center of western Crete, the basin of the port of Chania. Components of several historical phases must be accredited for its transformation into a modern high standard accommodation.
The design of this special space intends to highlight important elements of different phases of the past but also to achieve its coupling with modern materials and construction techniques to create a single timeless architectural ensemble, which will ensure the stately presence of the building in the future.”
Through the skill and talent of the architects A & G Varoudakis, the historic Renier family Venetian townhouse has been transformed into a stylish boutique design hotel in Chania old town port that subtly marries the old and the new.
Beautiful period pieces and historic architectural features meld with modern hotel facilities, amenities, and services to offer absolute comfort and an unforgettably magic stay in stunning surroundings.
Rooms & Suites
The building, as well as every room and suite of the Domus Renier Boutique Hotel in Chania retains the architectural style of Venetian period Chania. The furniture is specially designed and selected. All rooms feature state of the art luxury facilities and amenities.
GLAROS LUXURY VILLA
Glaros Villa is a luxurious 3-bedroom villa with a wealth of character and charm. A self-contained retreat with two outdoor whirlpool, sunbathing terrace. The living room, kitchen and dining area lead out onto a magnificent, furnished terrace with panoramic views of Aegean sea.
The terrace has uninterrupted views of the sea of Crete, magnificent interiors offset with contemporary design, investing sophistication and comfort in every detail. Spacious living room with outdoor dining area and luxurious fully equipped kitchen
The villa is a ground level one and accommodates up to 8 guests. Private parking area leading to all guestrooms.
MASTER SUITE WITH JACUZZI & SEA VIEW
Located on the top floor of the hotel, the Domus Renier Master Suite offers the ultimate Chania boutique hotel experience for a family or small group.
Spread out luxuriously over two independent bedrooms and admire gorgeous views of the sea and Venetian harbour port in this sumptuous penthouse suite. St Mark’s Lion of the Venetians, who occupied Crete under Dandolo. A Master Suite is named after him
Master Suite Dandolo
In the early 13th century as head of the Venetian fleet he was ordered to occupy the island. In 1207 the Duchy of Crete was given to him as a fief.
Get to know Chania in Crete
Chania is the second largest city on the island of Crete, and also the capital of the local government region (municipality) which bears its name. Chania is on the north coast of Crete, around 60 km (37 m) west of Rethymno and 135 km (84 m) west of Heraklion.
Often referred to as “Venice of the East”, Chania is a city that is divided into two parts: the old town, and the larger modern one. Chania old town surrounds the old harbour port – the basis of the development of the whole urban area and the modern city.
The old town was once surrounded by Venetian fortifications dating back to 1538, but today only the eastern and western parts remain. Chania has a long and unique history to narrate: once a Minoan settlement, it then went through the Roman, the Byzantine, the Arab, the Venetian and the Ottoman era.
Through various revolts, it was finally reunited with the rest of Greece in 1913. The Second World War and the Battle of Crete are other important chapters of Cretan history.
Chania’s nature, hospitality and culture are just too rich to be included in a sole paragraph. You are welcome to see and feel them for yourself. And in doing so, enjoy yourself!
Experiences
At Domus Renier Boutique Hotel we have created a harmonious and luxurious environment with high standards of aesthetics, technology and tailor made hotel services for your stay in Chania. The experiences we provide to our guests are accordingly unique and will become tomorrow’s precious memories.
Personal Care Treatments
Guest enjoys a head massage, one of the luxury services at Domus Renier Boutique Hotel in Chania, holidays are the best time to refresh and relax.
Put yourself in the expert hands of our beauticians, in the comfort of your. Domus Renier Boutique Hotel offers in-suite personalized wellness and beauty treatments with relaxing massage, moisturizing facial treatment, manicure/pedicure and hair care.
Cooking Lessons in Chania
From October to March our kitchen is open for you! Learn the secrets of Cretan diet and cook your favorite dishes with the cooking lessons from our chef, Vassilis Sikalias. Explore the local street markets with him and learn how to distinguish the best raw materials.
Experiment, taste and expand your senses. Taste is said to be one of the senses that awaken our deepest memories. Perhaps this is the way to always keep Chania and Domus Renier Boutique Hotel with you.
The Cretan and Mediterranean diets are extraordinary. They combine great health benefits with extraordinary flavors and aromas.
Every visitor to Crete is enchanted by Cretan cuisine and wants to uncover its secrets. They want to discover ancient recipes which have been passed down through the generations.
At Domus Renier we offer you the opportunity to explore the world of Cretan and Mediterranean cuisine. We open the doors of our hotel kitchen from October to March, allowing you to get to know our talented chef Vassilis Sikalias through professional chef lessons.
Walk the winding old town streets of Chania with Vassilis and visit the local street markets. Wander between the market stalls and discover how to spot the best locally sourced ingredients.
Return to the hotel and let Vasilis give you cooking lessons to show you how to prepare and cook your favourite dishes and treats. And, finally and most importantly, sample your creations!
Once you’ve learned the magic and uncovered the secrets, you can recreate Greek and Cretan dishes back at home. Take a slice of Cretan magic back with you, and keep the memories of Domus Renier Boutique Hotel alive until the next year.
Boat Cruise
A boat enters Chania harbour on a boat cruise experience organised by Domus Renier Boutique Hotel. Enjoy the crystal clear waters and endless sunshine of the Mediterranean. Explore Crete’s hidden beaches, discover seashores and photograph caves refracting the colors of the rainbow.
Dive safely into the endless blue and let the sea relax and rejuvenate you. Private boat tours with an experienced outsourced company offer you the magic of unexplored Crete, away from crowded beaches.
Crete has a lot of hidden treasures to discover. Sail her crystal clear turquoise waters in a private boat cruise from Chania to discover the magic of this enchanting island.
Domus Renier Boutique Hotel offers organised private boat tours in partnership with a well respected company with a great reputation. Experience the magic of the open sea and its sights and smells.
Gaze out over endless horizons. Visit hidden beaches and coves, and swim in clean and rejuvenating waters. Discover stunning caves and marvel at Crete’s beauty from the sea.
Hotel Library
A woman reads a book in the library at Domus Renier Boutique Hotel in Chania old town. Sit back in a comfortable armchair in our living room with a glass of liqueur and browse books about Crete.
Borrow a book of poetry and let the magic of words reach you, while gazing at the view of the open sea beyond the lighthouse. At Domus Renier Boutique Hotel we have created a small hotel library with well-known works of Greek poets and writers, translated in English.
It’s nice to enjoy some peace, quiet and solitude. In the Domus Renier Boutique Hotel library you can do just that. Our passion for history and culture runs deep through every aspect of the hotel.
That is why we created a small library to allow you to discover more about Crete and Greece. There is also a specially curated selection of translated works by Greece’s best poets and writers.
Curl up in a comfy armchair and learn about the history of Crete and Chania. Or savour lyrical prose and poetry by some of the nation’s most talented writers, surrounded by the beautiful sights that inspired them.
As you gaze out over the harbour and watch the sun shimmer over the sea, you may even be inspired to pen a few words of your own, as Markos Renieris used to do!
Private Dining in your Room & Suite
Waiter delivers a dish for the private in-suite dining experience at Domus Renier Hotel in Chania. Enjoy privacy and an unforgettable evening. Let our talented chef create a tailor-made private dinner for you to enjoy in the comfort of your room or suite.
Experience true romance like Maryssa and Renieri did, overlooking Chania’s Venetian harbor, while a unique tasting menu is prepared just for you. Sample the gorgeous flavors of the dishes, made magical by the elegance, the beauty and the history of the Domus Renier Boutique Hotel.
Hotel History
“…you have been there…”
MULTA TULIT, FECITQUE ET STUDUIT DULCES PATER, SUDAVIT ET ALSIT, SEMPER REQUIES CERENAT, MDC VIII. IDI B. IAN
(He brought a lot, did a lot and studied a lot, our sweet father, he sweated and strained. May he rest in eternal peace, 1608)
These words, inscribed over the impressive arched entrance gate of the Renier Townhouse, suggest a lot about the values of the Renier family. Doges, politicians, diplomats, army commanders and countesses have lived and died, loved and hated, pulled political strings and ruled from the rooms of this very townhouse.
“…and there you will always long to return…” – Leonardo Da Vinci
Today, after 5 centuries, the historical Renier townhouse experiences its own renaissance, lending the old town of Chania a breath of authentic beauty. The 9 rooms and suites at Domus Renier Boutique Hotel Chania possess a unique and special character, just like the people that once lived there.
Venetian Domination
A historical map of Venetian era Chania old town & port, the location of Domus Renier Boutique HotelThe Venetians bought Crete in 1204 and their domination came to an end in 1699, when they were definitely ousted by the next conqueror, the Ottomans.
To establish its rule on the island, though, the Serenissima had to fight for eight years against the Genoan Count of Malta, who had previously managed to occupy it. When they finally took control, the Venetians named the island Regno Di Candia (“Kingdom of Crete”).
Cretans, being Greek Orthodox Christians, did not voluntarily accept Venetian domination. For almost two centuries they fought for their country, claiming their freedom with 27 successive revolutions.
In 1252 the Venetians crushed the last of them by use of brutal military force and subsequently set about leaving their mark on the island, in various ways.
With their wonderful architecture they filled the city with walls, towers, gates, monasteries, magnificent palaces, underground exits and entrances. Just take a stroll in the old town of Chania and you will witness this time-defying beauty.
In 1644, a year before the town succumbed to the Turks, only 27 families still possessed titles of Venetian Nobility (Nobilitatem Venetam). The Reniers or Renieris, as they are called today, are the only ones preserving their surname to this day.
Cretan Renaissance
Dormition of the Virgin by Cretan artist El Greco & painting from the romantic play ErotokritosUnder Venetian control Crete became one of the most important artistic centers. From one end to the other, the island enjoys Cretan Renaissance, an era of economic, commercial and cultural growth.
During this period, the Cretan School of Hagiography emerges, priding itself on the early works of Domenikos Theotokopoulos (El Greco), Michail Damaskinos, Theophanes the Cretan and Georgios Klontzas. Their work traveled throughout the Orthodox East.
Literature, theater, poetry and music also reach their apogee as George Hortatzis writes “Erofili” (a Cretan tragedy) and Vitsentzos Kornaros writes “Erotokritos”(a romantic theatrical play). Francis Leontaritis composes western style music.
