Last minute getaways for couples and families with Giannoulis Hotels & Resorts
Couples and families looking for a final blast of sunshine before the winter sets in, can snap up a last minute deal to one of Giannoulis Hotels & Resorts’ hotels and villas on the picturesque and culturally-rich Greek island of Crete this October. With average daytime temperatures in Chania reaching up to 23°c in October, and typically not falling below 16°c at night, the end of season climate is perfect for relaxation, physical adventures or exploring the delights of Greece’s largest island.
Giannoulis Santa Marina Plaza
Giannoulis Santa Marina Plaza, an adults-only, boutique, 51-room hotel, is set on the long sandy beach of Agia Marina village, just 8km from Chania city centre. The hotel provides a serene environment for holidaymakers who want to relax in a peaceful, child-free environment. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, dining with a sea view at the a la carte or buffet restaurant, drinks at the main or pool bar, morning yoga classes and relaxing with an outdoor massage under a tranquil gazebo.
Giannoulis Cavo Spada Luxury Sports & Leisure Resort – Family-Friendly for Half-Term
Located 22km west of Chania, Giannoulis Cavo Spada Luxury Sports & Leisure Resort sits on a Blue Flag awarded pebble beach and offers majestic views of the Gulf of Chania and Cape Spada. The 150-room resort offers a wonderful free-style lagoon-style swimming pool, three restaurants (two a la carte and one buffet), a main bar, a swim-up pool bar, kids’ club and boutique store. Active families will relish the sports facilities available at Cavo Spada, including two tennis courts, a paddle tennis court, spinning room, a beach volleyball court, obstacle area, two boule courts, a bicycle station, a running track, and a fully equipped gym. The beautiful spa and wellness area is home to an indoor heated pool, sauna, hammam and jacuzzi, and offers a range of massage and beauty treatments.
The resort offers spacious accommodation for families with the option of a Deluxe Family Room which has an open plan living area with two sofas that can be turned into beds for the children, a king bed that can be separated from the living area by sliding wooden doors, marble bathroom with shower and bathtub, and terrace or balcony with views to the garden, or a Deluxe Family Room with Sharing Pool, which offers the same facilities as the Deluxe Family Room but has the added benefit of access to a swimming pool that’s shared only with the guests in the room(s) on either side. All Deluxe Family Rooms with Sharing Pool also have a terrace which leads to a small garden with private sun beds.
Giannoulis Ele Mare Villa
Opened in late 2024, Giannoulis Ele Mare Villa is situated directly on the 3km beach of Rapaniana village. Designed to blend in with the beauty of its natural surroundings and offer unobstructed views of the Cretan Sea and the Gulf of Chania, the villa has a contemporary architectural design, created for travellers who seek elegant living, privacy and panoramic views. The villa has a large veranda overlooking the sea, a 30sqm. private swimming pool, two bedrooms and two sofa beds in the living area that can comfortably accommodate up to six guests, three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, landscaped gardens and private sunbeds on the beach. There’s ample parking for three cars and guests will start their stay with a welcome pack including wine and traditional Cretan treats.
Giannoulis Grand Bay Beach Resort
Primely positioned on the sun-kissed beach of Kolymbari, Giannoulis Grand Bay Beach Resort is a 78-room, adults-only resort, just a two-minute drive from Kolymbari village and 23km west of Chania’s lively centre. Ideal for couples and solo travellers, guests can enjoy the beach and swimming pool, sip cocktails at the pool bar, and dine at the exclusive Azzuro a la carte restaurant, SeaLine a la carte taverna or in the buffet restaurant. There is also a small but well-equipped fitness centre, a sauna and a wellness area offering massage and beauty services.
Prices in October start from £93 per room, per night on a bed and breakfast basis, based on two people sharing a room. All-inclusive rates are also available from £131 per night, based on two people sharing a room. Book via www.giannoulishotels.com.
Giannoulis Santa Marina Beach
Set on a beautiful, sandy beach on the west side of Crete, 8km from Chania, Giannoulis Santa Marina Beach is perfectly located for exploring the culturally-rich island. The 214-room hotel has three swimming pools, one of which is a dedicated children’s pool, a gym and a wellness area offering massages. With a range of entertainment on offer and a fun-filled kids’ club, Santa Marina Beach is ideal for families. Guests of all ages can swim in the pool, relax on the sands of Agia Marina, and enjoy a meal at one of the four restaurants (two a la carte and two buffet).
Prices in October start from £88 per room, per night on a bed and breakfast basis, based on two people sharing a room. All-inclusive rates are also available from £135 per night, based on two people sharing a room. Book via www.giannoulishotels.com.
For more information and to book, please go to www.giannoulishotels.com, call +30 28240 22640 or email info@giannoulishotels.com