Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Agia Marina

Giannoulis Santa Marina Plaza ****
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CHQ360
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Location

The adults-only hotel Giannoulis Santa Marina Plaza, which can be booked for guests aged 16 and over, is located directly on the sandy beach and is only approx. 8 km from Chania town. The centre of Agia Marina with many shops and tavernas is within walking distance.
Chania airport is approx. 23 km away, while Heraklion airport is 148 km away. The nearest bus stop is within walking distance.
Empty lounge chairs under white umbrellas on a calm sandy beach overlooking the sea.
Modern outdoor seating area with white benches and a tranquil sea view.
Beach with umbrellas and lounge chairs next to green grass and calm sea.
Beach area with rows of umbrellas and lounge chairs in front of a hotel at sunset.
A couple embraces on the beach overlooking the sea and an island in the distance.
Aerial view of a beach with rows of white umbrellas and sandy shore by the water.
Beach with white umbrellas and chairs by calm sea at sunset.
Aerial view of a hotel with a pool, loungers, and umbrellas on the beach.

Facilities

Clear blue pool water with palm tree shadows and sun loungers around it.
Terrace with table, chairs, and drinks overlooking the sea on a sunny day.
Open hotel lounge area with chairs, tables, and a view of a pool at dusk.
Modern hotel bar with wood and rattan furniture, three stools, and ambient lighting.
Three Asian bao buns on a table with a beer and a drink in the background at a beach hotel.
Covered terrace with dining area next to a hotel pool and view of hotel balconies.
Two champagne bottles in an ice bucket on a wooden bar with a lit shelf in the background.
Bright hotel lounge with beige sofas, decorative pillows, and a bar in the background.
The adults-only holiday hotel welcomes guests aged 16 and over and features 51 luxurious rooms, a lobby with a 24-hour reception, a main restaurant, two à la carte restaurants, and a bar. The tastefully designed outdoor area offers a freshwater pool with a sun terrace as well as a pool/snack bar, which is open daily from 10 am to midnight. Bath towels, sun loungers, and umbrellas are included at the pool and on the beach. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel complex.

Accommodation

Double room

The rooms are spacious and feature a bath or shower/WC, slippers, bathrobes, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV with music channels, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, radio, telephone, rental safe, and a balcony or terrace with pool view (PD/PID). Also available with sea view (DM/DMI), located directly by the sea (D2W), or as a super saver room (SSZ).

Cozy hotel room with two beds, warm tones, and modern lamps.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, desk, and balcony view.
Cozy double bed with white pillows, blanket, two paintings, and wall lamp in a hotel room.
A modern hotel room featuring a large bed, nightstands, and warm lighting.
Two chairs with blue cushions and a small table on a sunny terrace with shadow patterns.
Bright hotel room with double bed, bedside lamps, desk, and balcony access.

Junior suite with sea view

The slightly more spacious junior suites feature a bath or shower/WC, slippers, bathrobes, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV with music channels, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, radio, telephone, rental safe, and a terrace with sea view (J2M).

Meals

Half board

Greek breakfast (7:45 am - 10:30 am) and dinner (7:00 pm - 9:30 pm) in buffet form in the main restaurant with show cooking; Greek and Italian evening once a week.
Early breakfast (5:30 am - 7:45 am) can be requested the day before.
Dinner can alternatively be taken à la carte (7:00 pm - 10:00 pm) and is included (reservation required one day in advance, with a minimum beverage consumption of €18 per person).
Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available.
The dress code in all restaurants is "smart casual".
Drinks are not included with dinner.

Elegant restaurant with set tables and waitress in the background

Sports included

Fitness room and whirlpool.
Bright gym with wood flooring, weights, and various exercise equipment.
Woman exercises on a stationary bike in a modern, well-lit fitness room.
Modern gym with workout machines, exercise balls, and mirrored wall in a bright room.

Sports for a fee

Water sports (banana boats, canoes, snorkelling, jet ski, parasailing, water skiing, windsurfing) are offered by external providers.

Wellness

A person receives a back massage on a white massage table outdoors with wooden flooring.
Massage available for an extra charge by appointment in the outdoor pavilion.
Various spa and wellness treatments are offered at the sister hotel, Cavo Spado.

Entertainment

Entertainment is provided once a week by a DJ night, a saxophone performance, and a live music evening.

Hotel services

Free parking for cars and bicycles is available.
Late check-out service (showers and changing rooms).
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Bath towels can be borrowed free of charge.
Daily room cleaning.
Towels and bed linen are changed 3-4 times a week.
Laundry service can be used for a fee.
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Credit cards

Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted at the hotel.

Note

Adults-only, only bookable for adults aged 16 and over!
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The hotel is not suitable for people with limited mobility.
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Pets are not allowed.
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Check-in: 3:00 pm.
Check-out: 11:00 am.

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), among others. Currently, around 20% of the hotels in our programme meet corresponding criteria and have been audited as part of independent certification procedures. This product line offers our guests 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 30.06.2027)

Note

Hotel contact:
Giannoulis Santa Marina Plaza
Telephone: 0030 28210 36860
Email: santamarinaplaza@giannoulishotels.com
In the "Greece · Cyprus" catalogue Summer 2026 on page 22.

Destination information: Climate resilience fee

For stays from 1 January 2018, the Greek government has introduced a climate resilience fee, which must be paid by the guest on-site, comparable to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of the accommodation and is staggered from 1 January 2025 between €0.50 and €15 per day and room.
For stays in the high season (1 April - 31 October):
1-2 star category: €2
3 star category: €5
4 star category: €10
5 star category: €15
For stays in the low season (1 November - 31 March):
1-2 star category: €0.50
3 star category: €1.50
4 star category: €3
5 star category: €4

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 30.09.2026 19:19