Overview

Kiani Beach Resort is a beachfront five-star property in Chania set on the Blue Flag sandy shore of Kiani Akti, a short distance from Kalyves village in Crete. The resort presents itself as a family-friendly destination with a comprehensive all-inclusive service model and a wide choice of accommodation types, from standard doubles and family rooms to larger maisonettes, suites and interconnected apartment-style units. Facilities and services on the estate have been arranged to accommodate guests of all ages, offering a combination of seaside leisure, poolside recreation and indoor amenities suitable for families, couples and groups.

Location

Located directly by the Cretan sea, the resort offers immediate access to its awarded beach and provides sea or mountain vistas from many of its balconies and terraces. The hotel is sited close to local amenities in the Kalyves area and is conveniently connected to the island’s transport network, with a nearby bus stop and airport and port transfer services available on request. The beach-front position allows guests to move effortlessly between rooms, pools and the shoreline.

Facilities

Guests will find a broad selection of on-site facilities designed to support an active family holiday as well as quieter indoor options. The property contains several outdoor pools including a lap pool and children’s pools, indoor heated pools, sun-lounging areas with deck chairs and umbrellas both by the pool and on the beach, and organised sun terrace sections. For wellbeing and relaxation there is a spa and hamam offering massage and facial treatments, and two gyms provide free access to fitness equipment. Business travellers and group organisers are served by conference facilities with secretarial support, while practical conveniences include a 24-hour reception, laundry and dry-cleaning, mini markets, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, on-site parking, luggage services and an external doctor on call. Family provisions such as highchairs, baby bathtubs, sterilizers and cot availability add to the suite of services for guests travelling with young children.

Room

Rooms and suites are furnished to combine practical family living with hotel standards, featuring air-conditioning, satellite television, telephone and secure safes. Many units include an integrated kitchenette and seating area with sofa beds or futons to increase sleeping capacity, plus a private balcony or terrace that faces either the sea or the gardens. Multi-level maisonettes and lofts provide a distinct bedroom on an upper floor accessed by a wooden staircase, while family suites comprise two rooms and additional sleeping options ideal for larger parties. Bathrooms are marble-finished and rooms are fitted with energy-saving card systems and equipment such as mini-fridges and coffee or tea facilities, offering the conveniences expected on family holidays.

Sports & Entertainment

The resort maintains an active sports schedule and a full entertainment programme tailored for both adults and children. Sports facilities include courts for tennis, padel, squash and a variety of team sports such as beach volleyball and football; additional supervised activities include archery and water polo as part of organised tournaments. Fitness classes and coaching are available across disciplines including yoga, pilates, Zumba and aqua exercise, and two gyms and a hamam support guest wellbeing. The entertainment team stages a rolling programme of daytime activities and evening events that include live music, DJ nights, themed cultural evenings, magic and variety shows, karaoke and quiz nights, all arranged to provide a varied daily roster of options.

Dining & Bars

The culinary offer comprises three buffet restaurants presenting Mediterranean and Cretan dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients, alongside a Roof Top Restaurant where guests may select from several set menus at an additional charge and by prior reservation. Pool and beach bars serve a range of snacks, sandwiches, pastries, fresh fruit and beverages for guests who prefer lighter options between main meals. The resort provides children’s menu choices and vegetarian alternatives across its dining outlets, and additional services include the provision of sandwiches for excursions on request through reception and the option to make a table reservation for the speciality roof-top dining experience.