Giannoulis - Grand Bay Beach Resort (Adults Only), Kolymbari

Giannoulis - Grand Bay Beach Resort (Adults Only) - A 4-star seaside retreat with private pools, Cretan dining, and direct beach access

Operating as an adults-only seaside resort, Giannoulis - Grand Bay Beach Resort features 78 rooms and suites, some with direct pool access or private sun terraces. The property sits directly on Kolymbari’s 3-km-long sandy and pebble beach, a short walk from the main swimming pool. Guests can dine at the buffet restaurant or the exclusive Azzuro à la carte venue, with the traditional Cretan Night event hosted weekly. A small fitness room includes a treadmill, exercise bike, and weights. The resort is 23 km west of Chania, near landmarks like the 13th-century Gonia Monastery and Falassarna Beach. Special arrangements allow access to spa treatments at the nearby Cavo Spada Luxury Resort & Spa. Rooms feature marble bathrooms with bathtubs, minibars, and balconies with sea or garden views.

Pros

Direct access to a 3-km beach with a lifeguard station for safety.

Weekly Cretan Night event featuring traditional local cuisine.

Some suites offer private sun terraces with exclusive loungers and umbrellas.

Proximity to hiking trails like Samaria Gorge and Balos Lagoon.

On-site fitness room with basic equipment.

Cons

The fitness room is small and limited to basic equipment.

No on-site spa; treatments require visiting a sister property.