Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Kolymbari

Giannoulis Cavo Spada Luxury Sports & Leisure Resort *****
Tour operator category

CHQ353
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Location

The Giannoulis Cavo Spada Luxury Sports & Leisure Resort is ideal for sports enthusiasts who wish to enjoy a beautiful stay in a quiet and luxurious environment. The resort is very spacious and extends over a private plot of approximately 65,000 m² directly by a pebble beach. The beach area has been awarded the "Blue Flag" for its high water quality. Chania is approx. 23 km away, Chania airport approx. 40 km, and the village of Kolymbari with numerous shopping and entertainment options is approx. 2 km away. Heraklion airport, on the other hand, can be reached in approx. 164 km.
Large hotel resort with big pool, sunbeds, and direct beach access.
Large hotel resort with pool, lounge chairs, and green gardens under clear blue sky.
Aerial view of a hotel with pools next to a coastal beach and adjacent vegetation.

Facilities

Path on wooden bridge leads to covered lounge over a pool at a resort.
Green lawn with palm trees, umbrellas, and lounge chairs on a beach under clear sky.
Modern hotel terrace with guests and stylish outdoor furniture at sunset.
The 150 stylishly furnished rooms offer tasteful décor and top-class comfort. Furthermore, this fully air-conditioned, luxury hotel of the highest caliber features a 24-hour reception with a lobby, a main bar overlooking Chania Bay, a seating area, a boutique, a hairdresser, and an indoor pool. The hotel features a main restaurant as well as three à-la-carte restaurants: "Azzurro" with Italian cuisine, "Ayra" with Mediterranean specialties, and the Greek tavern "Sea Line".
From 2027, the gastronomic concept will be adjusted: "Azzurro" will then offer Mediterranean and international cuisine, "Ayra" will specialize in Cretan cuisine, and "Sea Line" will remain as a Greek tavern.
Wi-Fi access is provided free of charge in public areas and in the rooms.
The expansive outdoor area features a generously sized lagoon-style swimming pool and a pool bar. Sun loungers and parasols are included for hotel guests at the pool and on the beach.

Accommodation

Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Rooms are equipped with a separate bathroom and shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, safe, telephone, flatscreen satellite TV with music channels, minibar (for a fee), and a balcony or terrace (DD2). Optionally bookable with sea view (DDM/MDI) for an extra charge.

Hotel room with large bed, green curtains, nightstands, and soft lighting.

Deluxe Double Room Swim Up Partial Sea View

With the same amenities as the Deluxe Double Rooms, these feature a private terrace with sun loungers, direct pool access, and a partial sea view (DDS).
The swim-up pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booking these room types.

View from a covered terrace with lounge chairs overlooking the sea and the beach.
Modern hotel room with double bed, blue curtains, and view of terrace and sea.

Superior Double Room Sea View

Superior Double Rooms with sea view are equipped with a separate bathroom and shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, safe, telephone, flatscreen satellite TV with music channels, minibar (for a fee), and a large balcony with sun loungers, a parasol, and panoramic sea views. These rooms are located on the upper floors (DMU).

Superior Double Room Sharing Pool

With the same amenities as the Superior Double Room Sea View, these feature a terrace with sun loungers and direct access to the sharing pool, with garden instead of sea view (P2H/2SH).
The sharing pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booking these room types.

Hotel room with bed, armchairs, table, and view of the pool and landscape.
Modern hotel infinity pool overlooking green landscape under clear blue sky.
Two elegant hotel rooms with white beds and separating wooden sliding door design.
Modern hotel complex with terrace and lawn under clear blue sky
A bright hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, and a tall mirror.

Deluxe Family Room Garden View

The spacious family rooms consist of a combined living/sleeping area with a separate bedroom and are equipped with a separate bathroom and shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, safe, telephone, flatscreen satellite TV with music channels, minibar (for a fee), as well as a balcony or terrace; these are more spacious (2DF).

Family Room Sharing Pool

With the same amenities as the Deluxe Family Rooms, these Family Rooms Sharing Pool feature direct access to the shared pool with a terrace and private sun loungers (F2H).
The sharing pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booking these room types.

Large outdoor swimming pool in front of a hotel building under a sunny sky with clouds.
Modern hotel room with cozy bed, armchairs, and view of terrace and garden.
Spacious hotel room with double bed, armchairs, and view of a pool through open doors.
Modern outdoor pool with white umbrellas and lounge chairs in a quiet hotel setting.
Bright hotel room with large bed, desk, and window with curtains.
Modern hotel complex with large pool under clear blue sky.
Bright hotel room with seating area and view of pool and mountains.

Junior Suite Swim Up Sea View

The Junior Suites Swim Up consist of a combined living/bedroom with a seating area and are equipped with a separate bathroom and shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, safe, telephone, flatscreen satellite TV with music channels, minibar (for a fee), as well as a private terrace with sun loungers, parasols, and direct access to the main pool with sea view (SDP).
The swim-up pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booking these room types.

Meals

Half Board

Breakfast (7:30-10:30 am) and dinner (7:00-9:30 pm) in buffet form.
Appropriate attire is requested for meals (except at the "Beach Tavern").
Vegetarian and special diet menus are available upon request. Please contact reception upon arrival.

Terrace with set tables overlooking the sea at sunset in a hotel.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive (A)

Breakfast (7:30-10:30 am), lunch (1:00-3:00 pm), and dinner (7:00-9:30 pm), each in buffet form in the main restaurant.
Water, soft drinks, local beer, and house wine are included with meals.
Local and selected international alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included from 10:00 am - 12:00 am at the respective open bar.
Snacks from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, ice cream and cake from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
Lunch is possible twice a week at the beach tavern "Sea Line" (instead of the buffet restaurant, reservation required, drinks included). Dinner is possible once a week at the Italian à-la-carte restaurant "Azzurro" (reservation required, drinks not included, minimum consumption for drinks is 18 € per person). Free mineral water in the room (replenished daily) included.

Ultra All Inclusive (3)

Guests with Ultra All Inclusive enjoy an extended program until 1:00 am and can enjoy dinner at the "Azzurro" à-la-carte restaurant and lunch at the Greek tavern "Sea Line" daily free of charge (reservation required by 9:00 pm the previous day).
Participation in BBQ and seafood nights is also included (reservation required by 9:00 pm the previous day). From 2027, an Italian night will also be offered.
Furthermore, guests receive one free 45-minute spa treatment per week (incl. indoor pool, sauna, and steam bath). Upon arrival, a fruit basket and a bottle of wine are provided, and daily replenishment of the minibar is also included.

Sports included

Spacious indoor fitness center equipped with more than 30 branded machines (cardio equipment) and full fitness accessories. Outdoor fitness center with an area of approx. 300 m², 2 different surfaces (hard and elastic), and equipped with more than 20 branded machines. 60 m long tartan running track. Illuminated multi-court for mini-soccer and volleyball (at night for a fee). Fitness classes are offered outdoors on the beach. Two boules/bocce courts. Open-air obstacle course, beach volleyball, well-signposted and mapped paths for hiking, Nordic walking, and jogging between one and seven kilometers through various picturesque places around the hotel, Zumba, yoga, and Pilates classes.
Hotel building in the background with tennis court in the foreground under clear sky.
Hotel gym with rowing machines, dumbbells, and mirrors.
Modern fitness room with rowing machines and mirrors in a hotel.

Sports for a fee

Tennis and Padel tennis (reservation required). Indoor spinning center with spinning bikes and a bicycle station in the hotel. Various water sports on the beach.

Children's program

Children play and craft at a table in a colorful room with shelves filled with toys.
Woman and girl happily painting faces on a hotel porch.
People sit under a covered area with colorful chairs and tables.
Children's pool and children's entertainment. The mini club is open 6 times a week (for children aged 3 and up).

Wellness

Spa center is accessible from age 16. It is equipped with a heated indoor pool, whirlpool, steam bath, sauna, hydromassage, manicure, pedicure, massages, and treatments, each for a fee.
Wooden sauna with wooden benches, illuminated wall panel, and blue towels on the upper bench.
Modern indoor pool with bubbling water and calm colors in a hotel.
Indoor area with hot tub, lounge chairs, and gym equipment in a hotel wellness center.
Calm spa room with massage bed, towels, and soft lighting.
Modern sauna area with wood paneling, glass shower, and light tiled floor.

Entertainment

Light daytime entertainment as well as varied evening entertainment with music nights and shows. BBQ night (Mondays, for a fee), seafood night (Thursdays, for a fee), and Italian night (from 2027, Sundays, for a fee).
Cooking classes (Tuesdays), wine tasting (Fridays), and olive oil tasting (Wednesdays), reservation required 1 day in advance.

Hotel service

Daily room cleaning.
Daily change of towels.
Bed linen changed every other day.
Laundry service can be used for a fee.
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High chairs and baby cots are available on site free of charge upon request.
Babysitting service is offered upon request and for a fee.
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Parking spaces are included, subject to availability.
Room service can be used for a fee.

Credit card

Visa and MasterCard are accepted at the hotel.

Note

Rooms for guests with limited mobility can be booked upon request.
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Pets are not allowed in the hotel.
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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, among others, 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 corresponding criteria and have been audited as part of independent certification processes. 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 Cavo Spada Luxury Sports & Leisure Resort
Phone: 0030 28240 22121
E-mail: reservations@giannoulishotels.com
In the catalog "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2026 on page 16.

Destination information Climate Resilience Fee

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government charges 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 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day and room from January 1, 2025.
For stays in the high season April 1 - October 31
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 November 1 - March 31
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 19:20