Kalives is located about 20 km east of Hania. Frequent public transport along the national road but the bus will let you off about 1 km away from the village. If you don't want to walk there are also several buses a day from the centre of the village to Hania. Atmosphere There can be a lot of tourists but Kalives remains a laid-back place. Accommodation Plenty to choose from, from hotels to rooms, studios and apartments. Restaurants Kalives has a good choice of small restaurants. Shopping You can find most things that you might need in the village. Nightlife A few bars and there might be a disco running in the summer. Beach Excellent sandy beaches. The eastern beach is the most popular because it is in the village. The western beach is very quiet and about one km away from the village. Kalives beach stretches within a 5 minute walk from HANIA apartments. It is an organized beach which has been awarded the EU Blue Flag. It tempts you to relish sunbathing on the fine golden sand and swimming in the clear crystal blue sea. The water has a pleasant temperature, even during the hottest days, as river Xidas flows into the sea. The sandy sea bottom slopes gently, making swimming safe for even the youngest holidaymakers. Besides, beach guards are on duty during the bathing season. If you enjoy sporting activities pedaloes and waterskiing are readily available. Conveniently placed cantinas sell cool drinks to quench your thirst and trees lined along the beach provide shade. At the eastern end of the beach there is a recently rebuilt small harbour. Kalives beach is an idyllic place to marvel at the sunset, while waves lapping on the beach relax your senses. The main beach at Kalives slopes gently into a shallow sea, making it ideal for children. It is north facing however and in strong winds the sea can get very choppy. The sand is soft and taverna tables line the beach between shady tamarind trees. Sunbeds have been provided free for patrons of the tavernas, but his is a practice that unfortunately appears to be dying out. Beyond the dinky harbour, recently rebuilt, is a huge and monstrous cement building surrounded in wire that both mars the headland and prevents walks around it - only in Greece. Find accommodation,  Hotel Kalives, Hotels in Kalives, HANIA Chania or Hania Kalives, Kasteli. Hotel Kalives, Kalives, Kasteli, Chania, Aghia, hotels presented by Greek travel agent etravel.gr . We offer a complete List of Hotels in Kalives, HANIA Chania or Hania, Hania by category, location and maps. Hotel Kalives Kalives,  Greek, greece, greek hotel, Hotel Kalives Greece hotel, lodging, accommodation, apartments, studios, Kalives villas greece, bungalows greece, rooms for rent greece, Hotel Kalives, Kalives rent a car greece, accommodation greece, greek Kalives, Kastelis, Greek Tourist Organizer, Airline companies, Airtaxi companies, Tour guides, Organized tours, Restaurants, Hotel chain in Greece