Iolida Beach by Smile Hotels

Hotels
8.6 (482 reviews)
Main Street , Chania , gr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Service
Food Quality
Cons:
No evening entertainment

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.95
Fantastisk personal, trevligt bemötande, hjälpte till med allt vi önskade och mer.
Location
8.75
Fantastica posizione.
Room Quality
8.55
I had a room with a private gym and sea view.
Amenities
8.45
Excellent amenities including a private gym.
Value for Money
8.55
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Śniadania był wyśmienite. Obiady i kolacje także były bardzo smaczne.
Overall Experience
8.45
Absolutely recommend!
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:57

Property Description

Beachfront Convenience
Located just a few metres from Agia Marina Beach, Iolida Beach Hotel offers a seamless blend of comfort and accessibility with its impressive glass-walkway bridge connecting its two buildings.

Comfortable Accommodation
The bright and elegantly furnished units at Iolida come with a private balcony, free wired internet, TV, and a kitchenette. Guests can enjoy the convenience of having a hairdryer and free toiletries provided in each unit.

Dining and Leisure
Indulge in a buffet breakfast at the on-site restaurant, with lunch and dinner options also available. Relax by the pool on sun loungers, stay active at the fitness centre, or pamper yourself with massage treatments. For entertainment, there's a children’s playground and billiards.

Book your stay at Iolida Beach Hotel for a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Important information:

Please note that Iolida Beach consists of 2 buildings linked with a glass-walkway bridge providing easy access to all areas of the hotel. All studios and apartments are located around 200 – 820 feet from the beach.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 482 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Mateusz • family_with_children • pl
10
Pros:

Piękna plaża,
Doskonały hotel z prywatnym basenem.
Bardzo czysto, przyjemnie i spokojnie

Cons:

Wszystko było wzorowo

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Elena • family_with_children • cy
9
Excellent
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • solo_traveller • fr
10
Très bonne adresse à l'ouest de la Canee
Pros:

La plage de l'hôtel est vraiment belle, très romantique. Nous avions des chambres avec piscines privées et elles sont topissimes. Les piscines s'éclairent la nuit c'est magnifique. Les lits sont confortables, et le ménage est fait tous les jours. Des produits de toilette sont fournis ( brosse à dent, dentifrice, masque de nuit, lait pour le corps, rasoir, gel douche, shampooing, cotons tiges, lime à ongle, set couture, gant exfoliant, charlotte de douche) ! Très complet !
Des fruits sont mis dans la chambre tous les jours. Ce qui est dans le frigo est inclus dans le All inclusive et reassorti chaque jour.
Il y a une kitchenette avec bouilloire, cafetière plaques chauffantes et four.

Cons:

Certains membres du personnel pourraient sourire un minimum...on a l'impression qu'ils n'aiment pas leur travail. Heureusement que d'autres sont très gentils, d'une politesse exemplaire, adorables comme Efstratios au bar de la plage (qui par ailleurs, nous a bien conseillés pour sortir en ville), et la réceptionniste aux cheveux longs, (brune aux yeux bleus), très douce, qui a permis que je soigne ma nièce rapidement suite à des blessures : un grand merci 👌🙏

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Lidia • family_with_children • pl
9
Wonderful, helpful staff, always with a smile on. Location of the hotel was great, beach nice and clean, sunbeds and umb
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Asmaa • family_with_children • ma
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Kostas • family_with_children • gr
9
Pros:

Πολύ άνετο διαμέρισμα, πολύ καλή θέα,αρκετά καλό πρωινό

Cons:

Έλλειψη δυνατότητας φόρτισης ηλεκτρικών/υβριδικών αυτοκινήτων

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Dimitrios • solo_traveller • de
10
Εξαιρετική εμπειρία διακοπών!
Pros:

Το Iolida Beach ξεπέρασε κάθε προσδοκία μας! Η τοποθεσία του είναι απλά μαγική, καθώς βρίσκεται ακριβώς πάνω στην υπέροχη, αμμώδη παραλία της Αγίας Μαρίνας. Το να ξυπνάς και να έχεις τη θάλασσα στα πόδια σου είναι ανεκτίμητο.
Το δωμάτιό μας ήταν εξαιρετικά ευρύχωρο, μοντέρνο, με άνετα κρεβάτια και πεντακάθαρο (η καθαριότητα σε όλους τους χώρους ήταν υποδειγματική καθημερινά). Η εντυπωσιακή γυάλινη γέφυρα που ενώνει τα δύο κτίρια δίνει έναν πολύ ξεχωριστό χαρακτήρα στο resort.
Οι πισίνες είναι μεγάλες και πολύ προσεγμένες, ιδανικές για χαλάρωση με ένα κοκτέιλ από το μπαρ. Το φαγητό στον μπουφέ ήταν πάντα φρέσκο, γευστικό και με εξαιρετικές επιλογές που κάλυπταν κάθε γούστο, με θεματικές βραδιές απο διάφορες κουζίνες (κρητική, ιταλική, ασιατικη)
Το μεγαλύτερο πλεονέκτημα του ξενοδοχείου, όμως, είναι το προσωπικό του. Όλοι —από τη ρεσεψιόν και το service μέχρι τις καμαριέρες— ήταν απίστευτα ευγενικοί, χαμογελαστοί και πάντα πρόθυμοι να βοηθήσουν με τον πιο ζεστό τρόπο.
Το συστήνουμε ανεπιφύλακτα σε οικογένειες και ζευγάρια που ψάχνουν ποιοτικές και ξέγνοιαστες διακοπές στα Χανιά. Θα επιστρέψουμε σίγουρα!

Cons:

Ο εμπλουτισμός του ξενοδοχείου με ένα Waterpark θα απογειώσει την εμπειρία των διακοπών στο Iolida beach.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • couple • au
10
Pros:

Beautiful rooms and great amenities. The staff were also a delight.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Dmitro • solo_traveller • hu
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Dora • family_with_children • pt
6
Aceitável!
Pros:

A praia do hotel era boa e com ambiente agradável nas redondezas
Piscina exterior simpática mas sempre com as espreguiçadeiras ocupadas!

Cons:

De não estar no edifício principal
De ter que apanhar 2 elevadores para chegar ao quarto
Do elevador principal estar avariado e ficar quase presa lá dentro por várias vezes até que fui sempre a pé os 8 andares.
Foi sinalizado logo na primeira noite que íamos ficando presos no elevador, que tremeu muito e apagou as luzes e terão arranjado mas até ao último dia da estadia continuo a pregar esses sustos pelo que subi sempre de escadas.
No último dia informei novamente que o problema do elevador continuava e outras senhoras também disseram que tinha acabado de fazer com elas…
No pequeno almoço poder ter leite com chocolate era extra pago (não se percebe o que acrescenta ter que pagar um leite com chocolate quando estamos em regime de tudo incluído)
As refeições eram ok, mas nada de mais.
Na primeira noite chegamos às 21h15 porque o ferry teve atrasado e mesmo tendo avisado já não nos deixaram jantar no restaurante porque o jantar era até às 21h (apesar de ter avisado). A cortesia do hotel foi colocar uns snacks no quarto porque já não íamos ter jantar que como estávamos em regime de tudo incluído já estava pago. Os snacks foram saladas gregas, batatas fritas de pacote, pão seco e frutas. Sendo que da minha família sou a única a gostar de salada grega tivemos que ir jantar a outro restaurante!

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Atladóttir • solo_traveller • is
9
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Yaron • solo_traveller • il
9
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Mirela • solo_traveller • ro
8
Pros:

Distanta mica fata de plaja si piscina, micul dejun a fost destul de variat. Personalul foarte amabil si receptiv!

Cons:

Cel de al patrulea pat nu a fost foarte confortabil!

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Annelin Norenes • family_with_children • no
10
Great hotel with good service and pools - will defenitly come back!
Pros:

Nice location on the beach with large pool areas and really nice all inclusive hotel with nice amount of people , great food all meals and great service. Location in Agia Marina but short walk to Platanias beach. We got an upgraded room with pool :-) Thank you again!

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Sienny • couple • pl
10
Było świetnie, obsługa super drinki super jedzenie świetne. Nie mam do czego się przyczepić
Pros:

Różnorodność jedzenia dwa baseny i leżaki przy samej wodzie na plaży

Cons:

Brak asertywności w kwestii rezerwacji leżaków przez nieokrzesanych gości

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
Árpád • solo_traveller • hu
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Ingunn • solo_traveller • no
7
Flott hotell med hjelpsomt personale, men noe nedsatt fasiliteter.
Pros:

Det var hyggelig og hjelpsomt personale.
Det var ryddig og rent på fellesområdene, og rommet ble godt vasket.
Veldig fint at vi fikk gratis solsenger på stranda og strandhandduker.
God frokost.
Nært til stranda.
Nært til restauranter og butikker.

Cons:

Solsenger ble reservert selv om det sto at det ikke var tillatt. Særlig ved bassenget nærmest stranda. Der var alt stort sett reservert fra tidlig morgen uten at der var folk.
Det var flere apparater på treningsrommet som var ute av drift og det var litt mørkt der. Savnet også manualer på treningsrommet.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Thi Kim Ly • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

Buffets variés tous les jours
Belles piscines
Chambre avec piscine privée
Belle plage

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Dallos • solo_traveller • hu
9
Pros:

Közel a tengerpart, változatos finom ételek.Nagyon segítőkész a személyzet.Lenyűgöző a beach bár, mindenkinek ajánlani tudom!

Cons:

Nincs

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Adina • family_with_children • gb
9
An excellent stay!
Pros:

The rooms and the staff were exceptional. Breakfast was great, too, especially the soft feta which was... out of this world! The tea selection in the breakfast area was impressive, too.

Cons:

The pool area was not at all as luxurious looking as it appears on the website photos. The pool also closes at 6pm, which is far too early.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee