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Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Front of property
Exterior
Reception
Family Duplex
Located close to Stalos Beach and Agia Marina Beach, Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach provides a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar and a poolside bar. With a private beach, beachfront dining and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Mediterranean cuisine. Pilates classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a rooftop terrace, a garden and a playground. In addition to an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • On private beach
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

On the beach

This hotel has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers, beach umbrellas, and beach towels at the sandy beach. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a memorable meal at the restaurant. Relax and treat yourself to a refreshing drink at the beach bar. An on-site activity you may enjoy during your trip are beachside massages. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include jet skiing and parasailing.

Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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Standard Room, Pool View

Standard Room, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Beachfront

Standard Double or Twin Room, Beachfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 15 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room (Direct pool Access)

Superior Double Room (Direct pool Access)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room (Open Plan)

Family Room (Open Plan)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room, Garden View | View from room

Standard Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Duplex

Family Duplex

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Pool View

Superior Room, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Double Room (Panoramic Sea View)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 29 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Garden View

Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in Chania, Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach is on a private beach. Old Venetian Harbor and Port of Souda are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stalos Beach and Agia Marina Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Limnoupolis Water Park. Jet skiing and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Kato Stalos, Agia Marina, Chania, Crete Island, 73014

What's nearby

  • Stalos Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Agia Marina Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Golden Beach - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Nea Chora Beach - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 10 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cactus Taverna - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Red Havana beach bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mini Villa Mercedes - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sebastians Bar Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KANTINA - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach

Luxury upscale hotel near Stalos Beach
Located close to Agia Marina Beach and Golden Beach, Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach provides a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and beach massages. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Mediterranean cuisine. Pilates classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a rooftop terrace, a garden and a playground. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike hire and express check-out
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket information and wedding services
Room features
All 212 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and hairdryers
  • Plasma TVs with satellite channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and electric kettles

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All meals and snacks included
24-hour room service
Gourmet or à la carte dining limited to 1 meal per stay

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel – This property has received certification as a Boutique Hotel under the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel certification scheme.

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Azzuro A' la Carte
  • Main Buffet Restaurant
  • Main, Pool, Beach
  • Sea Line Tavern
  • Thodorou Buffet

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per room
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1042Κ014A0152300
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Santa Hotel Marina Beach
Giannoulis Santa Marina Beach Hotel Chania
Santa Marina Beach Hotel
Giannoulis Santa Marina Beach Hotel
Giannoulis Santa Marina Beach Chania
Giannoulis Santa Marina Beach
Giannoulis – Santa Marina
Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach Hotel
Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach Chania
Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach Hotel Chania

Frequently asked questions

Does Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per room applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Chania hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Stalos Beach and Agia Marina Beach. Golden Beach and Limnoupolis Water Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Giannoulis – Santa Marina Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 199 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Inna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very outdated. The towels are over laundered and the rooms are run down. The rooms are small and severely over priced for what it accommodates. The beach has no attendants and you must wake up early to reserve a lounge chair. We waited for 30 minutes to get clean towels. I have traveled all over Europe and never stayed in such a hotel. I would never recommend this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juhani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything worked really well, clean place, great pools and amazing beach. Food excellent, nice rooms with air conditioning. Many nice trips which could be booked from the reception, buss route near by. Very friendly staff. Great vacation, great hotel!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ismo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Beach was also very nice.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room - beachfront - absolutely worth paying extra for this, beach is lovely and kept clean. Water clean, warm and can walk in approx 100ft into the sea and still touch sea floor. Perfect environment for families with young children. All staff were impeccably polite , attentive and aimed to please, from hotel reception, bar staff, housekeeping, restaurant staff Food in restaurant was excellent- superb range of foods on buffet, delicious desserts, always topping up fresh watermelon, honey due melon, pineapple, oranges, apples, peaches, bananas in abundance Food was very tasty , great selection of breads, cheeses. Entertainment was available on some of the nights , violin player, singer, saxophone player all were great Lovely range of shops within walking distance , and bus and taxi straight into Chania old town. Had a very relaxing time and will go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vacation

I stayed at this hotel for one week and paid 170 euros per night. It states that its a 4 star hotel. Its maximum a 3 star hotel. Whoever states otherwise hasent travelled in their life. Rooms are like 100 years old. Bathrooms are old and the waterpipes loud. In the room you cab here your neighbor talk, go to the toilet and whenever a neighbor door closes its like a bomb going of. Impossible to sleep. Mosquitoes in the room and i spent the night killing all of them because it’s impossible to sleep aince they keep biting you. So take into consideration to apend 2 hours every night killing mosquitoes. Pool was old and very few sunbeds. If you are not the first person to the pool you will have to amtry and get a bed at the beach. Beach area not so nice. Too many rocks before getting into the water. Breakfast was the worst experience ever. Very few varieties and tasteless and to so attractive at all. Restaurant had no aircondition so you start the dlday sweating or you can sit outaide and sweat in the sun. The dont have a lugageroom which is important since there are many people with a later flight than morning flights. If going to grecce if you dont book a 5 star hotel dont go there. And for the prices they are charging it’s definitely not worth going. They have such a low standard that it’s ridiculous. Around the hotel area there are shops and restaurants. All the shops prives are ridiculously high. Alomst a scam for what they are charging tourists.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

George

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

George

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kristoffer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jørn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Gillieron

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andreas

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kent

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness
Front desk did not give any information related to the all inclusive perks. We could not reserve a la carte dining because we did not know we had to reserve 24 hours ahead. We received the info the next day in English. They would not give us a late check out, even by an hour and did not offer a place to shower in the interim. Our room was a good distance from all activities by the beach. People would reserve beach chairs early and not use them. No one was enforcing the rules. No water sports or hotel activities at this location. Housekeeping was good The rooms were clean and large. Nice and clean pools. The beaches are very nice there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Isommat huoneet 28 neliötä,allasnäkymällä.Ei sovi liikunta rajoitteelliselle. Huoneet monen rapun jälkeen ja ovat ylhäällä. Patio tai parveke ,ei mitään yksityisyyttä.Huoneet ei ole äänieristetty
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Juuso

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

tuomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sunny was shining. Place was nice
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

May- britt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Veldig bra

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Uriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Awesome place all the staff are amazing really helpful. Everything sorted on sofe. Pcr teats, excursions. Great location too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

shawkat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice but very tiny place

The room and the bathroom are too small but overall the place is clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021