Almyrida Beach

🏖️ Close to a Blue Flag sandy beach (approx. 50m)
🛏️ Bright, spacious rooms with sea or mountain views
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
🌿 Relaxed, village-style setting and calm pool area
🌊 Lovely views over Souda Bay and the White Mountains
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 66 | Floors: 2 | Lifts: 1

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board

Child age: up to 11 years (in own room type).
No formal minimum age; hotel suits couples and families looking for a quieter base.

Almyrida Beach sits in the small seaside resort of Almyrida on Crete’s tranquil north coast. This is the gentler side of Chania: two Blue Flag sandy beaches, clear shallow water and a seafront lined with family-run tavernas where tables spill almost onto the sand.

From the hotel you can stroll straight into the resort centre, wander the promenade at sunset or hop on the hourly local bus into Chania to explore its colourful Venetian harbour and Old Town lanes. The setting is ideal if you like low-key nightlife and easy access to both the sea and the Cretan countryside.

In Almyrida resort centre
Beach: approx. 50m (sandy Blue Flag beach)
Chania City – Old Harbour: approx. 21km
Chania (CHQ) Airport: approx. 33km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour

Almyrida, Crete (Chania Area), Greece

Start your day in the Garden Restaurant, a relaxed buffet venue serving breakfast and dinner with a mix of Greek and international dishes plus some show-cooking. Expect simple, home-style flavours and the chance to try local Cretan produce. Beachwear is discouraged at dinner to keep the atmosphere relaxed but smart-casual.

Between dips, the pool bar keeps you refreshed with drinks and light bites. You can enjoy local, international and premium drinks (payable locally) and casual snacks without straying far from your lounger. Being in the resort centre, you’re also just a few steps from traditional tavernas if you’d like to eat out some evenings.

The outdoor freshwater pool is the laid-back heart of the hotel, surrounded by trees, small gardens, sunbeds and parasols. It’s sized more for relaxing than laps, with a peaceful feel that’s perfect for slow mornings with a book.

Step outside and you’re only about 50 metres from Almyrida’s sandy beach. The clear, shallow water is ideal for paddling with children or easy swims, while more adventurous guests can head further out for windsurfing or kayaking with local operators (seasonal, extra charge, run by external companies).

Guests can use the air-conditioned gym at sister hotel Almyrida Residence, around 20m away, which offers cardio machines and a small free-weights area. For a treat, there’s an off-site spa (nearby) with a steam room, whirlpool and a menu of massages and beauty treatments available on selected days each week (all with local charges).

Back at Almyrida Beach, leisurely options include a pool table (extra charge) and regular evening entertainment during the main season, often featuring live music. The hotel also acts as a convenient base for water sports such as canoeing, kayaking and windsurfing from the beach, operated by independent providers.

Families benefit from a small children’s playground with slides and shade, while practical touches include a staffed reception offering luggage storage and the option to hire equipment such as a wheelchair (local charge).

Double Room with Mountain View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Bright, airy rooms looking towards the rugged White Mountains. Each includes a balcony, air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, television, fridge, kettle and coffee-making facilities, hairdryer and a bathroom with bath or shower. Daily cleaning and towel change on request help keep everything fresh.

Double Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Similar in size and layout to Mountain View doubles but with a partial sea view, ideal if you’d like a glimpse of Souda Bay from your balcony. Facilities match the Mountain View rooms with Wi‑Fi, TV, air conditioning, fridge, kettle and coffee set-up, hairdryer and bathroom with bath or shower, plus daily housekeeping.

Junior Suite
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
More spacious accommodation with a defined sleeping and sitting area, perfect if you value extra room to unwind. Junior Suites add bathrobes and slippers alongside the standard amenities: balcony, Wi‑Fi, TV, air conditioning, safety deposit box (local charge), fridge, kettle, coffee-making facilities and bathroom with bath or shower.

Single Room
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1
Ideal for solo travellers, these compact rooms offer the same core comforts – balcony, Wi‑Fi, TV, air conditioning, fridge, kettle and coffee-making facilities, hairdryer and bathroom with bath or shower – scaled for one guest, with daily room cleaning and towel change on request.

*Local charges may apply for some facilities such as the safety deposit box.
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

💦 Outdoor freshwater pool for relaxed swims and sunbathing
🚣 Canoeing, kayaking and windsurfing available from the beach (seasonal, external providers)
🏋️ Gym access at sister hotel Almyrida Residence (approx. 20m away)
🎵 Regular evening entertainment with live music on selected nights (typically April–September)
🎯 Pool table (extra charge) for laid-back evenings in

🛎️ Reception with concierge-style assistance and luggage storage
♿ Wheelchair hire available (local charge; on request)
🧴 Access to off-site spa with steam room, whirlpool and massage and beauty treatments (charges apply; limited days per week)
👨‍👩‍👧 Children’s playground with slides and shaded areas
🌐 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🧹 Daily housekeeping with towel change on request

Resort & island tips
Almyrida is a small, easy-going resort on Crete’s north coast with two Blue Flag sandy beaches, shallow water and a relaxed string of tavernas along the seafront – ideal if you prefer dinners by the water’s edge over late-night clubs.

Chania’s Venetian harbour and Old Town are about 35 minutes away by car or local bus, making it a simple day or evening trip for shopping, sightseeing and waterfront dining.

Language: Greek
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference: GMT+2 (GMT+3 in summer)
Typical UK–Chania flight time: around 4 hours

Hotel information, facilities and entertainment are often seasonal and subject to change. Some services and activities mentioned may incur local charges or operate at specific times of the year only. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

Almyrida Beach Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Almyrida Beach from the nearest beach?
Almyrida Beach hotel is approximately 50 metres from the sandy Blue Flag beach in Almyrida. You simply cross the small resort road and you’re on the sand within a couple of minutes.

2. Is Almyrida Beach suitable for children and families?
Yes. Although the atmosphere is laid-back, the hotel welcomes families. There are rooms that sleep up to four, shallow waters at the nearby beach, a small children’s playground and family-friendly tavernas close by. The stated child age for pricing is up to 11 years.

3. What board options can I book at Almyrida Beach?
You can book Almyrida Beach on Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. Half Board typically includes buffet breakfast and dinner in the main restaurant, leaving you free to explore local tavernas at lunchtime or on some evenings if you wish.

4. How long is the transfer from Chania Airport to Almyrida Beach?
The transfer from Chania Airport (CHQ) to Almyrida Beach is roughly 1 hour by coach, depending on traffic and the number of hotel stops on your route. Private transfers are often a little quicker.

5. Does Almyrida Beach have a gym or spa facilities?
Hotel guests can use the air-conditioned gym located at sister property Almyrida Residence, about 20 metres away. For spa-style relaxation, there is an off-site spa nearby with a steam room, whirlpool and a selection of massage and beauty treatments available on set days (all at an extra cost).

6. Is Almyrida Beach a Certified Sustainable Hotel?
Yes, Almyrida Beach is listed as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning it meets a Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) recognised standard at the time of the latest review. This covers areas such as energy and water use, waste management and support for the local community.

7. What kind of evening entertainment is offered?
During the main season, Almyrida Beach usually offers regular evening entertainment on selected dates, often including live music. Programmes can change from year to year and may operate between roughly April and late September, so check details on arrival.

8. Is Wi‑Fi available at Almyrida Beach?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and most public areas, making it easy to stay connected or plan your days out on Crete.