Griechenland ∙ Kos ∙ Kardamena

Grand Blue *****
Tour operator category

KGS281
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Location

The Grand Blue Hotel is beautifully situated on a hillside with breathtaking views of the azure sea, located in Kardamena above a small sand/pebble beach (bathing shoes recommended). Shopping and entertainment options can be found in the immediate vicinity. The village of Kardamena and a bus stop can be reached after approx. 500 m. Kos Airport is approx. 7 km away.
Aerial view of a beach resort with white buildings along a coastline under clear skies.
Hotel pool at sunset overlooking the sea and mountains, surrounded by sun loungers.
Large hotel with pool and sun loungers in a mountainous landscape.
Empty blue lounge chairs and white umbrellas on the beach at sunset.

Facilities

Elegant hotel lounge area with modern seating and bar in the background.
Modern hotel lobby with comfortable chairs, sofas, and large windows.
Modern hotel lounge area with blue sofas and plants in a bright space.
Bright hotel lobby with large reception desk and modern seating areas.
A wooden staircase leads to a coastal town at sunset with the sea and buildings in the background.
The sprawling, family-friendly complex features 230 bungalow-style rooms and offers a 24-hour reception, a lobby renovated in summer 2025, 3 lifts, an internet corner, free Wi-Fi throughout the complex, 2 buffet restaurants (Greek and international cuisine), 1 à la carte restaurant (reservation required), 4 bars, and a mini-market.
The well-maintained outdoor area includes 3 swimming pools, one of which is for adults only, 2 children's pools, a pool bar, and a sun terrace. Sun loungers, parasols, and pool towels are included at the pool and on the beach.
Admission to the Lido Water Park (open weather-permitting from June to September) with shuttle service from the hotel is included.

Accommodation

Superior double room renovated

Renovated for summer 2025, these rooms feature a bathroom/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, safe, telephone, smart TV, mini-fridge (bottle of water upon arrival), coffee/tea station with supplies replenished every two days, electric kettle, and a balcony or terrace (DSU). Also available for single use (DSE/DAE), for an extra charge with sea view (DMU/DMI), or for single use with sea view (DME/AME).

Bright hotel room with two beds, balcony, and sea view.
Modern balcony with two gray chairs, small black table, and stone wall in sunlight.
Bright hotel room with double bed, flat-screen TV, and modern desk.
Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, and open window.
Modern bedroom with large bed, blue headboard, and minimalist nightstands.
Modern, clean hotel bathroom sink with large mirror and towels.
Modern balcony with two chairs overlooking the sea and mountain landscape.
Modern hotel room with king-size bed, seating area, and balcony with sea view.

Deluxe double room sea view renovated

With the same facilities as the double rooms, these modern rooms additionally feature a Nespresso machine, pillow menu, high-quality bed linen, and a mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks upon arrival (DDM/MDI).

Comfort double room renovated

The more spacious comfort double rooms feature a combined living/bedroom and a separate bedroom, with otherwise identical facilities to the double rooms (DKO).

Modern hotel room area with flat-screen TV, comfortable armchairs, and daylight from windows.
Bright hotel room with balcony, two beds, and chair beside glass sliding door.
Terrace with two chairs and small table overlooking palm trees and clear blue sky.
Bright hotel room with two single beds and open wooden door to adjoining room.
Bright living room with white sofa, blue cushions, and two round tables in front of a light window.

Junior suite renovated

The elegant junior suites were renovated for summer 2025 and consist of a combined living/bedroom and a separate bedroom, with otherwise identical facilities to the superior double rooms (JS2/JSI).

Grand Blue suite sea view renovated

Featuring the same facilities as the junior suite, with additional smart TVs in the bedroom and living/bedroom, Nespresso machine (incl. replenishment every two days), and a balcony or terrace with sea view (J2M). Additionally, guests in this room category receive a free rental car for one day for a minimum stay of 5 nights, and the mini-fridge is stocked with soft drinks upon arrival.

Modern hotel room with large bed, blue upholstered headboard, and gray walls.
Balcony with rattan chairs and tables overlooking the sea and palm trees under a clear sky.
Bright hotel room with large bed and terrace featuring sea view and seating area.
Modern living room with blue sofa, white armchairs, and decorative wall art.
Two single beds with white bedding in a simple, modern hotel room.
Bright lobby area with white sofa, dark brown tables, and minimalist decor.
Terrace with two chairs and small table overlooking palm trees and clear blue sky.
Bright bathroom with shower, bathtub, toilet, and large mirror.

Family suite

The elegant family suites were renovated for summer 2025 and feature a living room with a sofa bed for children, separate bedroom, bathroom/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, safe, telephone, smart TV, mini-fridge (bottle of water upon arrival), coffee/tea station with supplies replenished every two days, electric kettle, and a balcony or terrace (2FS).

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive Plus

Breakfast (7-10 am), lunch (12:30-2:30 pm), and dinner (6:30-9:30 pm) are served in the main restaurant "Mediterra".
Alternatively, a late riser breakfast (10-11 am) or dinner in the à la carte restaurant "Azure" (reservation required) can be enjoyed.
Alternatively, breakfast (buffet style, 8:30-10 am) and dinner (6:30-9:30 pm; reservation required) can be taken in the themed restaurant "Panorama".
Between 10 am and 5 pm, various cold snacks are served, along with ice cream (10 am - 10 pm at the "Serenity" and "Seabreeze" pool bars), and coffee/tea (various coffee varieties such as filter coffee, espresso, cappuccino, latte macchiato, Greek coffee, frappé, freddo espresso/cappuccino, etc.) at the pool bar.
Local and international non-alcoholic and alcoholic brand-name drinks such as whiskey, gin, vodka, rum, brandy, tequila, long drinks, various cocktails, 2 different brands of bottled and draft beer, 2 different types of wine, house wine, soft drinks, coffee/tea, and water are included from 10 am to midnight at the respective open bar.

Buffet area with various dishes on plates in a bright dining room.

Sports included

Interior view of a well-equipped hotel gym with dumbbells and workout machines.
Modern gym room with various workout machines and large mirrors.
Tennis court incl. floodlights and equipment, fitness room.

Children's program

Children's pool, playground.
Colorful children's playground with slide on the beach and sea in the background under clear sky.
A colorful pirate ship playground on sand with a clear blue sky and buildings in the background.

Wellness

Simple spa room with massage table, white towels, and chair against blue wall.
Bright hotel corridor with blue wall and white chairs, next to a table with decorations.
Massages and treatments are offered for a fee.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is included throughout the complex.
Room cleaning and linen change occur every 2 days. Daily cleaning is available on request (except Sundays).
Baby cots and high chairs on request.
Parking at the hotel is included subject to availability.

Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners Club, and Maestro are accepted at the hotel.

Note

Rooms for persons with limited mobility (Superior double room renovated/DSU/DSE/DEA, maximum occupancy: 2 adults) are available on request.
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Pets are not allowed.
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Check-in: 3 pm
Check-out: 11 am

Hotel contact

Grand Blue
85302 Kardamena, Kos, Greece
Phone: +30 22420 48503
Fax: +30 22420 91254
Email: info@grandbluehotel.gr

Sustainability

With our "Travel with a Future" label, we identify hotels that verifiably meet recognized sustainability standards. These include standards recognized by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and the Tourism Sustainability Certifications Alliance (TSCA). Currently, around 20% of the hotels in our program meet these criteria and have been audited through independent certification processes. This product line provides our guests with additional guidance when choosing their accommodation.

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key (valid until 31.12.2026)
  • Travelife (valid until 20.09.2027)

Note

In the "Greece · Cyprus" summer 2026 catalogue on page 272.

Note regarding climate resilience levy

For stays starting from 1.1.2018, the Greek government levies a climate resilience fee, which is payable by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of the accommodation and has been scaled from 0.50 euros to 15 euros per day and room since 1.1.2025.
For stays in the high season 1.4.-31.10.
Land category 1-2 stars 2 euros
Land category 3 stars 5 euros
Land category 4 stars 10 euros
Land category 5 stars 15 euros
For stays in the low season 1.11.-31.3.
Land category 1-2 stars 0.50 euros
Land category 3 stars 1.50 euros
Land category 4 stars 3 euros
Land category 5 stars 4 euros

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 30.09.2026 17:48