In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 77 guest reviews of Kiani Beach Resort. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, The rooms and Condition & cleanliness. The most common complaints: Some dishes were undercooked.
Kiani Beach Resort is ideally located on the beach of Kiani, just a few km east of Chania centre and old Venetian town. It offers 2 pools, a sea-view restaurant, an open theatre and a tennis court.
All guest rooms have self-controlled air conditioning, satellite TV, kitchenette with fridge, hairdryer and balcony or terrace.
The large swimming pool outlined by sun-beds and umbrellas enjoys the service of the beach bar for snacks and beverages and is just steps away from the beach of Kiani.
The shallow beach, the children’s swimming pool, the pirate ship-shaped playground or the open theatre makes this resort a haven for families with young children.
A rich buffet breakfast is served daily at the hotel’s breakfast room just a stone's throw from the water. The buffet restaurant Symposium proposes Cretan dishes for a romantic dinner at the open-air veranda.
At the beach bar next to the sea and the pool, guests can relax to the sounds of soft music and enjoy the breathtaking views, with a cocktail, juice or refreshing beverage.
Staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange car rental to explore villages such as Kalami, Armeni and the archeological site of Aptera. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. It is 27 km from Chania Airport.
Facts we have checked
- All inclusive
- Premium drinks included
- Ultra/premium concept
- Food or drink 24h
- Private-pool rooms
- Kids' club
- Kids' pool
- Water slides
- Family suites
- Kids' menu
Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 10 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Kiani Beach Resort is highly suitable for families seeking beachfront accommodation near historic sites. Guests generally leave positive reviews. Guests benefit from direct access to Kiani Akti beach, five swimming pool areas, and proximity to Chania's Venetian harbour. However, travellers should note its distance from major international airports.
Guests score it 8.6 out of 10 — the average across the 53 hotels we list on Crete is 9.1.
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What Guests Loved
- The resort sits directly on the sands of Kiani Akti, allowing guests to transition from their rooms to the shore in minutes. Shallow waters make this stretch particularly suitable for younger children to wade safely.
- Located a short drive from Chania, the property provides a quiet coastal base while remaining close to the historical Venetian port. Guests can easily explore the city's labyrinthine alleys and waterfront dining without staying in the urban center.
Things to Consider
- While the resort offers a shuttle, the drive from Heraklion Airport takes approximately two hours. Travelers may prefer flying into Chania Airport, which is significantly closer, to minimize transit time after arrival.
- As a popular family destination, the common areas and dining halls can become quite lively and crowded during mid-summer. Those seeking a more tranquil atmosphere might consider visiting during the shoulder seasons of May or September.
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Should you book it?
Kiani Beach Resort is worth booking for families with young children wanting safe shallow beach waters — but pick somewhere else if you dislike long drives from Heraklion international airport.
Book it if you want
- Families with young children wanting safe shallow beach waters
- Families seeking comprehensive all-inclusive pools and clubs
- Travellers wanting a quiet base near Chania's historic harbour
Pick somewhere else if
- You dislike long drives from Heraklion international airport
- You want a quiet, tranquil atmosphere during mid-summer
Rooms & which one to pick
Our tip: For large families of up to eight people, book the Superior Two-Bedroom Apartment, Superior Family Interconnecting Room, or Superior Maisonette Interconnecting Room. If you are a family of four wanting a sea view, select the Superior Family Room with Sea View or the Maisonette with Sea View.
- Family Room1 full bed and 1 sofa bedsleeps 4FamilyChildren allowed
- Maisonette2 twin beds and 1 sofa bed, 1 full bedsleeps 4FamilyChildren allowed
- Family Room with Mountain View1 full bed and 1 sofa bedsleeps 4FamilyMountain view
- Superior Family Room with Sea View1 full bed and 1 sofa bedsleeps 4FamilySea view
- Superior Two-Bedroom Apartmentsleeps 8Family
- Maisonette with Sea Viewsleeps 4Sea view
- Superior Maisonette1 full bed and 1 futon bedsleeps 4
- Superior Double Room1 full bed
- Superior Family Room2 sofa beds and 1 queen bedsleeps 4
- Superior Family Interconnecting Room4 twin beds and 2 full bedssleeps 8
- Superior Maisonette Interconnecting Roomsleeps 8
- Superior Family Room Sea View All Inclusive Plus1 full bed and 1 futon bedsleeps 4All Inclusive
Room types as listed on Booking.com; availability varies by date.
Prices at Kiani Beach Resort
When we last checked (2 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €212 in total (€106 per night).
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
Typical price per night: €212. Lowest €106 (check-in 1 Nov), highest €370 (check-in 22 Sept).
Stays starting on a Friday or Saturday cost about 9% more per night than stays starting Sunday to Thursday.
Price per night for check-ins from 22 Sept to 1 Nov, measured daily by Tripplo for 2 nights and two adults, one month ahead.
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Photos provided by GoogleWhat guests say
Reviews from Google“Our stay was truly wonderful! The hotel is clean, well-maintained, and in a great location. The room was comfortable and cleaned regularly, and the staff were very friendly, helpful, and always smiling. The food was delicious, fresh, and varied — everyone could easily find something they liked. We also really enjoyed the pleasant atmosphere and the beautiful surroundings of the hotel. We have very fond memories of our stay and would happily come back again. We definitely recommend it!”
“Fantastic hotel, fantastic food. We had the best experience in the KBR3 Respiro restaurant, Spiros looked after us incredibly, the hospitality shown was exceptional. Italian night was particularly spectacular, the four cheese pasta and the stone baked pizza were beautiful. Props to the Culinary Director, Nikolas Stavrakakis, who provided top tier food day after day. We were lucky enough to grab a spot on a cooking class with him on Thursday morning, provided free to guests, we laughed the whole time and got to make and eat fresh stuffed vine leaves with tzatziki and bruschetta along with plenty of wine on the fabulous rooftop bar terrace. What an experience!”
“We had a wonderful stay at Kiani Beach Resort and our overall experience was excellent. I would especially like to thank the hostess, Christina, who was incredibly kind, welcoming, and always ready to help with a smile. Her professionalism and warm attitude made our experience even more enjoyable. We had dinner at the KBR2 Restaurant and everything was delicious. The savoury dishes were particularly outstanding, full of flavour and beautifully prepared. The desserts were also excellent and the perfect way to end our meal.”
“Hotel is very nice. Just To add as information hotel has all inclusive and all inclusive plus. In all inclusive is very limited drink, even bottled water. So my suggestion only Plus is option. Hotel has 3 restaurants, We loved mostly middle restaurant, Manager Dimitry and Sheaf was very helpful and kind all the time. Additional thank you to pool side bar team! They made best no sugar Margarita! Thank you to all team for good support during our stay! Food is very good.”
“We had an amazing stay at Kiani Beach! Everything was excellent — the hotel, the restaurants, the atmosphere, and especially the service. A huge thank you to Spiros, the manager from KBR3 restaurant, truly professional, friendly, and always helpful. The food was delicious, the staff were wonderful, and the whole experience was top top top! We will definitely come back and highly recommend it to everyone visiting . Honestly I love this hotel because there are 3 restaurants so you may choose from many options. I also love Kiani Beach because it’s next to the beach and the animation team especially Alexandra, are so cool and are nice with me when I see them . I my mum bought me a new shirt which the animation team wear . I have it in yellow and the day where I was going to go back home , they matched with me! 10/10”
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 77 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +Great food with plenty of variety
- +Three restaurants to choose from
- +Amazing Greek cuisine and beautiful themed dinners
- –Some dishes were undercooked
- –Some guests described the food as average
”The food is delicious, but some dishes are undercooked.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Incredibly friendly, welcoming and attentive staff
- +Exceptional service that makes guests feel special even when at full capacity
- +Great entertainment and activities for children
- –Management were seen being rude to some staff members
”The staff were beyond exceptional. Fotini especially helped us so much during our stay.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +Multiple pools to choose from
- +Direct beach access from the resort
- +Clean beach and a nice main pool
”We loved our suite with the private pool! There was always plenty of entertainment on offer. Many pools to choose from.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Spacious rooms suitable for families of four
- +Suites with private pools are available
- +Great sea views from some rooms
- –Rooms are dated and need renovating
- –Air conditioning is inadequate for the room size
”The room was spacious and the staff were very attentive and friendly.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Extremely clean and well-kept resort
- +Spotless rooms
- –Older room facilities in need of refurbishment
”The resort was extremely clean and well kept.” — guest, translated
Location
- +Stunning location between the sea and breathtaking mountain views
- +Conveniently located with easy access to both the sea and the pools
”The location is stunning, nestled perfectly between breathtaking mountain views and the sea.” — guest, translated
Noise levels and value for money are mentioned too rarely in the sample for an honest picture — we don't guess.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Kiani Beach Resort from the airport?
Kiani Beach Resort is 94 km from Heraklion Airport (HER).
How do guests rate Kiani Beach Resort?
Kiani Beach Resort is rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google, based on 6,238 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 8.6/10 from 1,622 guest reviews.
How many stars does Kiani Beach Resort have?
Kiani Beach Resort is a 4-star hotel.
What amenities does Kiani Beach Resort offer?
Kiani Beach Resort offers free Wifi, family rooms, beachfront, free parking, airport shuttle and non-smoking rooms.
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Kiani Beach Resort, Kiani Akti, Kalyves, 73003, Greece