Iolida Beach Hotel

🏖️ Close to long sandy beaches at Stalos and Agia Marina
😌 Relaxed, easy-going atmosphere on the Chania coast
🏠 Spacious studios and one-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes
👨‍👩‍👧 Child-friendly pools, playground and kids’ dining options
🌅 Great base for exploring Chania’s harbour, tavernas and culture
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

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

139 rooms across 3 blocks, 9 floors and 4 lifts, designed with families and longer stays in mind thanks to in-room cooking facilities and generous layouts.
Child age typically up to 12 years for pricing (ask your Travelisto advisor for exact age bands on your dates).

Iolida Beach Hotel enjoys a superb position on Crete’s north coast, in the popular Aghia Marina – Chania area. From the moment you sink your toes into the soft sand, the setting feels classic Greek: pastel parasols along the beach, low-key beach bars, and a backdrop of tavernas and souvenir shops.

You’re close enough to Chania to dip into its culture – think Venetian harbour, lighthouse and narrow lanes – yet far enough along the coast to keep the mood laid-back and beach-focused. It’s a great compromise if your party wants both lazy pool days and easy day trips.

• 50m from Stalos beach
• 100m from Agia Marina beach
• 2.4km from Platanias resort centre
• 7km from Firkas Fortress
• 8.3km from Chania Town and Venetian harbour

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour

Aghia Marina – Chania, Crete (Chania Area), Greece

All Inclusive at Iolida Beach Hotel is designed around easy, sociable buffet dining and drinks with a view of the sea.

Bridge Restaurant
Main buffet restaurant serving lunch and dinner with a mix of Greek favourites and international crowd-pleasers. Expect show cooking at dinner, plus highchairs, kids’ menus and a dedicated kids’ buffet during the main season (typically 01 May–31 Oct).

Marina Restaurant
Buffet restaurant by the beach serving breakfast and daytime snacks. Ideal for rolling straight off the sand to refuel, with kids’ options and highchairs available.

Beach Bar
Right on the sand, open roughly 11:00–23:00 in season, pouring local drinks so you barely need to leave your lounger.

Pool Bar (Swim-up)
Swim-up bar by the pool, open around 11:00–18:00 in summer – a favourite for long, lazy afternoons.

The All Inclusive package typically includes:
• Buffet breakfast at Marina Restaurant
• Buffet lunch and dinner at Bridge Restaurant
• Snacks at selected times (minimum 3 hours per day)
• Local wine, beer, spirits, ouzo, brandy and soft drinks until 23:00

A smart-casual dress code may apply at dinner and inclusions can change between seasons, so always check the latest details in resort or with your Travelisto specialist. What All Inclusive typically includes.

You’ll have two inviting outdoor freshwater pools to choose from, each with its own children’s section, so families never feel squeezed for space. Sunbeds and parasols line the terraces, and inflatables are generally permitted, keeping younger guests happy for hours.

One pool is set right by the beach, perfect if you like to swap between sea and pool throughout the day, and both pools typically operate between early May and the end of October (weather and occupancy dependent).

With Stalos beach just 50m away and Agia Marina beach around 100m, you’re effectively in the heart of one long, gently shelving stretch of sand – great for swimming, casual watersports, and sunset strolls.

The atmosphere at Iolida Beach Hotel is mostly about unwinding, but there’s enough on offer to keep active types content.

Sport & Wellbeing
• Gym with cardio equipment and free weights (approx. 09:00–21:00, seasonal)
• Spa area with massage treatments for ages 18+ (open most days in summer; charges apply)

Family & Kids
• Children’s sections in both main pools
• Outdoor playground with swings and slides (age/height restrictions may apply)
• Kids’ menus and buffets in both restaurants during high season

Other Facilities
• 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance
• Luggage storage for late departures
• Equipment hire including fans and kettles if you need extras in your room

Facilities and opening hours can vary slightly by season and hotel occupancy, so treat them as a good guide rather than a rigid schedule.

Studio with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Bright, airy studios with a balcony or terrace and a sea view, ideal for couples or small families who like the convenience of light self-catering.

Included amenities typically feature:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Air conditioning
• Balcony or terrace
• Bathroom with shower
• Hairdryer
• Safety deposit box (local charge)
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Fridge-freezer
• Double cooking rings
• Sandwich maker and toaster
• Daily room cleaning service

One Bedroom Apartment with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
More spacious, with a separate bedroom and living area, these apartments are great for families or friends who want extra room and privacy, plus sea views from the balcony or terrace.

Amenities are similar to the studios and usually include:
• Flat-screen TV and free Wi‑Fi
• Air conditioning
• Balcony or terrace with sea view
• Bathroom with shower
• Hairdryer
• Safety deposit box (local charge)
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Fridge-freezer
• Double cooking rings
• Sandwich maker and toaster
• Daily room cleaning service

Standard Studio
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Comfortable studios with the same core facilities as the sea view studios but typically located in a block across the road from the main hotel, around 25m away. Access is via steps and a bridge linking the two sides, so bear this in mind if you have reduced mobility.

One Bedroom Apartment
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Apartment-style accommodation similar to the sea view version, also potentially located across the road from the main building and reached via steps and a bridge. Ideal if you’re prioritising space over view and want good value for money.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Room locations, views and décor can differ slightly even within the same category. Safety boxes and some extras incur a local charge, payable in resort.

🏊 Relax by two outdoor pools with children’s sections
🏖️ Beach days on Stalos and Agia Marina’s long sandy shore
💪 Work out in the on-site gym (seasonal hours)
🧘 Unwind with spa and massage treatments (18+, extra charge)
👧 Let younger guests burn off energy in the playground

While there’s no heavy entertainment programme, the setting is ideal for low-key evenings at the beach bar, strolls into Agia Marina or Platanias, and day trips into Chania’s old town or to nearby attractions and walking trails.

🛎️ 24-hour reception and helpful local advice
🎒 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
📶 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🧺 Daily housekeeping in all rooms and apartments
🍼 Highchairs and kids’ options in restaurants
🌀 Equipment hire including fans and kettles (on request, subject to availability)

Some services and facilities may carry a local charge – your Travelisto specialist will confirm what’s included in your specific holiday package.

Aghia Marina – Chania is a classic Cretan beach resort with plenty of life in summer: beachfront bars, traditional tavernas and family-friendly vibes, all backed by the culture and charm of nearby Chania.

• Country: Greece
• Region: Crete (Chania Area)
• Resort: Aghia Marina – Chania
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +2 hours (3 hours ahead of the UK in summer)
• Average flight time from UK: around 4 hours
• Best for: Couples, families and friends who want a relaxing beach base with easy access to Chania’s old town

Hotel details and seasonal facilities are based on information provided to us and may change. Always refer to your Travelisto travel documents for what is included in your own holiday.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

Iolida Beach Hotel Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Iolida Beach Hotel on the beach?
Yes. Iolida Beach Hotel enjoys a prime coastal setting in Aghia Marina, with Stalos beach around 50m away and Agia Marina beach about 100m away. You can be on the sand within a minute or two of leaving your room.

2. What is included in the All Inclusive package at Iolida Beach Hotel?
All Inclusive usually covers buffet breakfast at Marina Restaurant, buffet lunch and dinner at Bridge Restaurant, snacks between meals for at least three hours per day, and a selection of local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks – including wine, beer, spirits, ouzo, brandy and soft drinks – served until 23:00. Exact inclusions and times can change, so always double-check the details when you arrive.

3. Is Iolida Beach Hotel suitable for families?
Yes. This is a family-friendly beachfront property with two pools that both feature children’s sections, a playground, kids’ menus and buffets in the restaurants, and spacious studios and apartments with kitchenettes and fridge-freezers – ideal for younger children and longer stays.

4. How far is Iolida Beach Hotel from Chania Town and the airport?
Chania Town, with its picturesque Venetian harbour and old town, is approximately 8.3km from the hotel and easy to reach by local bus, taxi or hire car. The transfer from Chania Airport (CHQ) to Iolida Beach Hotel is usually around 1 hour by coach, depending on traffic.

5. Do the rooms at Iolida Beach Hotel have cooking facilities?
Yes. Studios and apartments at Iolida Beach Hotel include well-equipped kitchenettes with a fridge-freezer, double cooking rings, toaster, sandwich maker, kettle and basic coffee-making facilities. This makes it easy to prepare light meals and snacks alongside your All Inclusive plan.

6. Is there a spa or gym at Iolida Beach Hotel?
There is a gym with cardio equipment and a free-weights area, typically open from morning until evening during the summer season, plus a spa area offering massage treatments for guests aged 18 and over (additional charges apply). Availability and opening hours can vary by season.

7. Are there any mobility considerations guests should be aware of?
Some Standard Studios and One Bedroom Apartments may be located in a block across the road from the main hotel, approximately 25m away, and are accessed via steps and a bridge. If you have reduced mobility or prefer to avoid stairs, let your Travelisto consultant know so they can request a more suitable room allocation where possible.

8. Is Wi-Fi available at Iolida Beach Hotel?
Yes. Free Wi‑Fi is usually available throughout the hotel, including rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected, stream and share your holiday moments.