Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village

🆕 New for Summer 2025 – fresh look and facilities
🛏️ Comfortable bungalow-style rooms in village-style blocks
💦 Children’s splash park and kids’ pool with slides
🏖️ Beachfront setting on Crete’s famous Long Beach
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly All Inclusive with wellness-led dining
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: All Inclusive

Child age for pricing: up to 12 years

Rooms: 231 across 6 low-rise blocks
Floors: 2 (no lifts)

Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village sits on Crete’s tranquil south coast near Ierapetra, fronting the long, wide strip of golden sand known locally as Long Beach. This part of the island feels more traditional than the busier north, with rugged mountains as a backdrop and clear, turquoise water in front.

You’re around 900m from the nearest cluster of shops, bars and restaurants and a short hop from Koutsounari village, while Ierapetra’s old town, waterfront promenade and port for day trips to Chrissi Island are about 9km away.

• Beach: beachfront
• Nearest shops, bars & restaurants: approx. 900m
• Koutsounari: approx. 2.8km
• Ierapetra town: approx. 9km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ierapetra, Crete (Heraklion Area), Greece

All Inclusive dining centres on the bright Main Restaurant, where buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner feature international flavours, whole foods and show-cooking stations. There’s a dedicated kids’ buffet and children’s menu options, along with handy touches like microwaves and highchairs.

An à la carte restaurant adds a more intimate option for dinner, and All Inclusive guests usually receive one included visit per stay (with a minimum stay requirement and reservation).

When it comes to drinks, you’re spoilt for choice:
• Beach bar right on the sand for drinks with a sea breeze
• Pool bar for daytime refreshments by the water
• Lobby bar/Main bar for relaxed evenings

Local wine, beer, spirits, selected cocktails and mocktails, soft drinks and hot drinks are typically served from 10:00–23:00 for All Inclusive guests. Smart-casual dress codes apply in restaurants, and opening times or inclusions may vary by season and board. What All Inclusive typically includes.

This is a resort made for water babies. You’ll find:

• A large outdoor freshwater pool with children’s section and whirlpool, surrounded by sunbeds and parasols and backed by lawns and gardens
• A separate freshwater children’s pool with slides forming the heart of the splash park, set close to the beach so kids can bounce between sand and slides

Inflatables and water toys are generally permitted, and there are baby-changing facilities near the main pool. The children’s splash pool normally operates between May and October, with dates and opening hours dependent on occupancy.

Step beyond the pool terrace and you’re straight onto Long Beach – a generous stretch of sand and shingle lapped by clear, calm water that’s perfect for paddling or longer sea swims.

Wellbeing is a major focus here, with three dedicated sports areas and a full wellness offering:

• Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights, stretching zone and fixed strength equipment (typically 16+, set opening hours)
• Additional gym/fitness space for classes and spin-style workouts
• Activities including football, paddle, short tennis, tennis, table tennis, aerobics, aqua aerobics, athletics sessions, pilates, volleyball and yoga (some may carry a local charge)
• Cycling facilities with bike hire and guided cycle tours (extra charge)

After workouts, head to the spa area for downtime:
• Sauna, steam room and whirlpool
• Wide menu of massage and beauty treatments (charges apply; 16+ typically)

Around the resort you’ll also find:
• Reception with concierge-style assistance and luggage storage
• On-site mini-market for holiday essentials and beach toys

Facilities, opening dates and times can vary by season and occupancy.

Bungalow with Garden View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Light, comfortable bungalow-style rooms either on the ground or upper floors, with a balcony or terrace looking onto the gardens.

Bungalow with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
As per the garden view bungalows but positioned for side or full sea views, ideal if you love waking up to a glint of blue. Rooms may be located on the ground or upper floors.

Bungalow with Sea Front View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
The pick of the crop for beach lovers, these bungalows are closest to the seafront and enjoy prime, unobstructed views of the sea from the balcony or terrace.

Family Apartment
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
A great choice for families needing more space, these units offer a separate sleeping area or open-plan layout (varies by configuration), plus balcony or terrace.

In-room amenities include:
• Balcony or terrace
• Television
• Wi‑Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Air conditioning
• Fridge
• Coffee making facilities
• Bathroom with bath or shower
• Hairdryer
• Daily room cleaning and towel change

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.*

• Regular daytime entertainment with family games and water-based activities (seasonal)
• Organised activities from mid-April through October, increasing in frequency in high season
• Fitness classes including aerobics, aqua aerobics, pilates and yoga
• Team sports such as football, volleyball and short tennis
• Paddle and tennis courts (some activities may incur a local charge)
• Cycling tours and bike hire for exploring the coastline (extra charge)

• 24-hour reception with concierge-style assistance
• Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
• On-site mini-market for snacks, drinks and beach gear
• Spa with sauna, steam room, whirlpool and massage treatments (16+, charges apply)
• Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
• Sunbeds and parasols by the pools and on the sun terraces
• Baby-changing facilities by main pool area

Services and facilities may vary according to season and occupancy; some carry local charges.

Ierapetra and the surrounding south-coast area are ideal if you prefer a more traditional slice of Crete. Expect a relaxed pace, sandy and shingle beaches, and easy day trips – including boats to unspoilt Chrissi Island from Ierapetra’s port.

Key details:
• Country: Greece
• Island/Region: Crete (Heraklion Area)
• Resort: Ierapetra / Koutsounari Long Beach
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +2 hours (approx.)
• Average UK–Heraklion flight time: around 4.5 hours

Hotel notes:
• Beachfront setting with simple access to the sea
• Child age for pricing: up to 12 years
• Some facilities, entertainment and outdoor areas are seasonal or weather dependent
• A smart dress code may be required in restaurants (no beachwear at dinner)

*Information is based on the latest supplier details and may change. Always check your travel documents for the most up-to-date descriptions and opening dates.* For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village on the beachfront?
Yes. Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village enjoys a beachfront location on Crete’s Long Beach, so you can move easily between the pools, gardens and the sand.

2. Is Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village suitable for families with children?
Very much so. There’s a children’s splash pool with slides, a separate kids’ pool area, a children’s club for 4–12 year-olds, a playground, kids’ menus and buffet options in the main restaurant, plus regular daytime activities and evening mini-discos in high season.

3. What does All Inclusive include at Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village?
All Inclusive typically covers buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Main Restaurant, one à la carte dinner per stay (for guests staying at least 7 nights, with reservation), snacks and ice cream between meals for at least three hours daily, and a selection of local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, mocktails, soft drinks and hot drinks usually served between 10:00 and 23:00. Exact inclusions can change, so check the information on arrival.

4. How far is Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village from Ierapetra and local amenities?
The resort is approximately 900m from the nearest shops, bars and restaurants, around 2.8km from Koutsounari village and roughly 9km from Ierapetra, which offers a wider choice of tavernas, bars and the port for trips to Chrissi Island.

5. How long is the transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER)?
The transfer time from Heraklion Airport to Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village is around 1 hour 30 minutes by road, depending on traffic and the number of stops en route.

6. Are there good sports and wellness facilities at the hotel?
Yes. The hotel has an air-conditioned gym, additional fitness spaces for classes, activities such as aerobics, aqua aerobics, yoga and pilates, team sports including football, volleyball and tennis, cycling facilities with bike hire and tours (extra charge), plus a spa area with sauna, steam room, whirlpool and a range of massages and beauty treatments (local charges apply).

7. Is Wi‑Fi available at Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village?
Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including most public areas and guest rooms, so you can stay connected during your stay.

8. Do the rooms at Giannoulis Almyra Hotel & Village have balconies or terraces?
Yes. Bungalows and family apartments all come with either a balcony or terrace, with views varying between garden, sea view and sea front. Room locations can be on the ground or upper floors, subject to availability.