Sonia Resort

🏖️ Beachfront hotel on a quiet bay in Gerakina
🌿 Peaceful low-rise complex with gardens and sea views
🛌 Modern, spacious rooms and suites with a fresh Greek look
😊 Warm, helpful staff and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel meeting a GSTC-recognised standard
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

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

Child age for pricing: up to 11 years

Low-rise resort with 10 accommodation blocks, around 141 rooms and suites over 2 floors (1 lift in complex).

Sonia Resort sits at the top of Halkidiki’s Sithonia peninsula, right on the seafront in laid-back Gerakina. The bay here is calm and shallow, backed by greenery and a sweep of sunbeds – ideal for relaxed days dipping between sea and pool.

Gerakina itself has a traditional feel, with tavernas and cafés a short walk away, while the wider Halkidiki region is all about pine-clad headlands, hidden coves and low-key villages. It’s a brilliant base if you want downtime by the water with the option to explore historic sites like ancient Olynthos or make a day trip to Thessaloniki for a taste of city life.

• Direct beachfront location
• 850 m to the nearest shops and restaurants
• 1.6 km to Gerakina resort centre
• Easy access by road to the broader Halkidiki peninsulas and Polygyros

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour 15 minutes (from Thessaloniki SKG)

Gerakina, Halkidiki, Greece

Days here revolve around the sea and the buffet. The main Mediterranean restaurant lays on generous spreads for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with Greek and international favourites and live show cooking at dinner during the summer season (typically from late April to late October). Think fresh salads, grilled meats, pasta, local desserts and plenty of kid-friendly options.

Three bars keep you topped up from morning coffee to sunset spritz:

• Mediterranean Buffet Restaurant – buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner with show cooking at dinner; smart-casual dress requested (no beachwear).
• Beach Bar – laid-back coffee bar right on the sand for daytime drinks (typically open 09:00–17:00 in season).
• Panorama Coffee Bar – relaxed spot for drinks and light bites, with views over the resort.
• Pool Bar – by the main pool, open roughly 09:30–19:00 in season for cold drinks and cocktails.

Under All Inclusive, expect buffet meals plus snacks for at least four hours a day and local wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks for a minimum of 12 hours daily. Exact opening times, reservations and any supplements can vary by season and board basis – the hotel will confirm what’s included on arrival. What All Inclusive typically includes.

Water babies are well looked after at Sonia Resort. There are two freshwater outdoor pools – a main pool with adjacent children’s section and a separate children’s pool with small slides and water features that younger guests will make a beeline for. Sunbeds and parasols ring the terraces, and complimentary pool towels mean one less thing to pack.

A few steps beyond the gardens you reach the hotel’s stretch of beach: a soft, gently shelving shoreline that’s ideal for paddling, swimming and sandcastle duty. Sunbeds and umbrellas are set up for guests along the sand, giving you an easy-going, all-day beach club feel without leaving the resort.

If you like to mix downtime with activity, there’s plenty on offer:

Sport & fitness
• Air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment, free weights and strength machines (min age 12 yrs; usually 09:00–19:00, seasonal)
• Instructor-led activities such as aerobics, aqua aerobics, pilates, yoga and volleyball
• Table tennis and darts for relaxed competition

Spa & wellbeing
• Spa area with sauna and steam room (16+, charges apply)
• Menu of massages and beauty treatments (paid locally)
• Typical opening 10:00–20:00 in season

Other facilities
• On-site mini-market for beach essentials and snacks
• Reception with concierge support and luggage storage

Programme details, opening hours and services can vary by season and occupancy, but overall the resort balances chilled-out beach time with enough activity to keep both adults and children entertained.

Deluxe Room with Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 3
Bright, modern double or twin rooms with a balcony looking towards the Aegean. Expect a fresh blue-and-white palette and practical touches for easy holiday living.
Room features include: flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, hairdryer, balcony, coffee-making facilities, fridge, shower bathroom, air conditioning and daily cleaning.

Deluxe Room with Partial Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 3
Similar layout and features to the Sea View rooms, but with a partial sea-view aspect from the balcony. Ideal if you’d like a glimpse of the water at a lower price point.

Superior Room
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 3
More space than standard rooms, with contemporary décor and a balcony. Added convenience comes from a microwave alongside the fridge and coffee set-up – handy for light snacks and families with little ones.
Includes: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, hairdryer, balcony, coffee-making facilities, fridge, microwave, shower bathroom, air conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change.

Junior Suite
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 4
Great for small families or friends, Junior Suites offer an open-plan or partially separated sleeping and living area, plus a furnished terrace for extra outdoor space.
Facilities: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, hairdryer, terrace, coffee-making facilities, fridge, microwave, shower bathroom, air conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change.

Suite
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 4
The most spacious option, with a separate bedroom and living area in many units, making it easier to spread out. Some suites feature a bath or shower.
Facilities: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, balcony, coffee-making facilities, fridge, microwave, bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🧘 Instructor-led yoga, pilates and stretching
💦 Aqua aerobics and pool games
🏐 Beach or pool volleyball
🏓 Table tennis and darts
🎨 Daily daytime activities in summer, including arts & crafts, team games, family challenges and water-based fun (seasonal programme, typically June–October)
🎭 Evening entertainment on selected nights, such as live music, mini-disco, karaoke and professional shows (seasonal)

🛎️ Reception with concierge-style assistance and luggage storage
🧴 Spa with sauna, steam room and massage treatments (16+, extra charge)
🏪 On-site mini-market for drinks, snacks and holiday essentials
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children’s club (5–12 yrs), playground and dedicated kids’ pool with slides
🪑 Complimentary sunbeds and parasols by the pool; a set of sunbeds and umbrella on the beach for All Inclusive guests
📶 Free Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas

Some facilities and services are seasonal, may operate at selected times only or incur a local charge; you’ll receive up-to-date details on arrival.

Halkidiki is known for its pine-backed beaches, relaxed seaside villages and easy access to historic and cultural sites. Gerakina sits between the Kassandra and Sithonia peninsulas, making Sonia Resort a handy base if you plan to hire a car and explore further along the coast or into the hills around Polygyros.

• Country: Greece
• Region: Halkidiki
• Resort: Gerakina
• Flight time from UK: around 3.5–4 hours to Thessaloniki (SKG)
• Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 15 minutes by road
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Time zone: GMT +2 (GMT +3 in summer)

As a Certified Sustainable Hotel, Sonia Resort has been independently assessed against a GSTC-recognised standard at the time of review, meaning it follows verified practices around energy use, waste, water and community support.

Information is based on the latest supplier details available and is subject to change, especially outside the main summer season. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Sonia Resort directly on the beach?
Yes, Sonia Resort is a beachfront property in Gerakina. The hotel grounds open out onto a sandy, gently shelving bay with sunbeds and umbrellas, so you can move easily between the pools and the sea throughout the day.

2. Is Sonia Resort good for families with children?
Very much so. The hotel has a children’s pool with slides and water features, a kids’ club for ages 5–12 years, a playground, family-sized junior suites and suites, plus daytime and evening entertainment in the main season. The calm sea in front of the resort is also ideal for younger swimmers.

3. What does All Inclusive at Sonia Resort typically include?
All Inclusive at Sonia Resort usually covers buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, snacks at set times between meals for a minimum of four hours per day, and a selection of local wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks for at least 12 hours daily. Exact inclusions and serving times can change by season, so you’ll receive the current details at check-in.

4. Are there vegetarian or child-friendly options in the restaurant?
The Mediterranean buffet restaurant offers a wide selection of salads, hot dishes and side options, and there are usually vegetarian choices at every meal. Many dishes are simple and child-friendly, such as pasta, grilled meats and chips. If you have specific dietary requirements, speak to reception or the restaurant team so they can advise what’s available.

5. Does Sonia Resort have a spa and fitness facilities?
Yes. Guests can use the air-conditioned gym, which has cardio machines, free weights and strength equipment (minimum age 12, seasonal hours apply). There is also a spa area with sauna, steam room and massage treatments for guests aged 16 and over, with services charged locally.

6. How far is Sonia Resort from Gerakina centre and other amenities?
From the hotel it’s around 850 metres to the nearest shops and restaurants, and about 1.6 km to Gerakina resort centre. The wider Halkidiki region, including other beaches and villages, is easily reached by car or taxi, and Thessaloniki is roughly an hour away by road.

7. Is Wi‑Fi available at Sonia Resort?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout Sonia Resort, including in the rooms and most public areas, so you can stay connected during your stay.

8. What are the usual check-in and check-out times?
Check-in at Sonia Resort is typically from 15:00, and check-out is usually by 11:00. Early check-in or late check-out may be possible subject to availability and may incur a local charge – speak to reception on arrival to discuss your options.