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Sonio Beach Hotel

2.0 star property
Unwind on sun-kissed shores. Indulge in international cuisine with ocean views then relax at this tranquil seaside retreat.

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, beach views
Front of property
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Studio, Garden View | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Beach bar
  • Pool bar
  • Airport shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View, Sea Facing

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 35 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio, Garden View

Deluxe Studio, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Platanias Kidonias, Platanias, Crete Island, 73014

What's nearby

  • Platanias Beach - 5 min walk
  • Platanias Square - 10 min walk
  • War Shelter of Platanias - 16 min walk
  • Agia Marina Beach - 6 min drive
  • Old Venetian Harbor - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 39 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Χάλαρο - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Τσιγκέλια - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cool Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Μαντείο - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crazy Taste - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sonio Beach Hotel

At Sonio Beach Hotel, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, beach massages and beachside drinks, plus activities such as scuba-diving, snorkelling and parasailing are nearby. The outdoor pool provides plenty of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages and manicures and pedicures. Offering a beachfront location, Sonio Beach Restaurant serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A poolside bar and a children's pool are offered, and in-room conveniences at this eco-friendly hotel include fridges and microwaves.

Languages

Danish, English, Greek, Norwegian, Swedish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site valet parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Private winery tours
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1987
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike parking
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Reception hall
  • Walkway to water
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-cm TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Sonio Beach Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 42 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 50 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 November and 07 April.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Sonio Beach
Sonio Beach Hotel
Sonio Beach Hotel Platanias
Sonio Beach Platanias
Sonio Beach Apartments Platanias, Crete - Chania
Sonio Beach Hotel Hotel
Sonio Beach Hotel Platanias
Sonio Beach Hotel Hotel Platanias

Frequently asked questions

Is Sonio Beach Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between 1 November and 07 April.
Does Sonio Beach Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonio Beach Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sonio Beach Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Sonio Beach Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sonio Beach Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Sonio Beach Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 42 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonio Beach Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 50 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sonio Beach Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, hiking and horse riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Sonio Beach Hotel?
Yes, Sonio Beach Restaurant offers al fresco dining, international cuisine and ocean views.
Does Sonio Beach Hotel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a fridge and a microwave.
Does Sonio Beach Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Sonio Beach Hotel like?
Sonio Beach Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 10-minute walk from Platanias Square and 5 minutes' walk from Platanias Beach.

Sonio Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel, I may visit Platanias again, just because of the hotel.
6-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel right on the beach
Everything was nice about this hotel. We were happy to find a place that would accommodate a group of five. Two bedrooms were comfortable and each room has an AC. The hotel has a small pool but we never used it as the sea is right there and the water is clean and pleasant. The cafe is absolutely charming and serves good food. The owner of the hotel, Sophia, was very kind and provided us with all the information we needed in terms of places to visit, how to get there, etc.
Lilly, 6-night trip
Verified CheapTickets guest review

10/10 Exceptional

May holiday
The welcome and friendliness of Sofia was lovely. The food in the restaurant was excellent and the drinks brought to you on the beach fantastic.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rikke Louise, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Konstantinos, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Hotelli oli ihan kiva, huoneistot siistit ja tilavat. Uima-allas alue aika pieni eikä niin viihtyisä.
7-night family trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kreta 19
Preisleistungverhältnis ist sehr gut. Wir würden nett empfangen. Gute Bedienung beim Frühstück. Wir haben uns wohl gefühlt in Sonio Beach
Marina, 5-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Sonio Beach
Alt var meget bra!
Anne Grete, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisk hotell
Flott hotell med veldig god og hyggelig service.
10-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

広くて快適な部屋で、見晴らしも良いです。残念なのは、シャワー室が狭いことだけです。受付も素晴らしいです。
NI, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

とても親切なホテル
ビジネスで約1週間滞在しました。 フロントの方もレストランの方もとてもフレンドリーで親切でした。 部屋は広く快適で、Wifiの接続も問題ありませんでした。 近くには、レストランやスーパーマーケットも多く、夕飯を自分で作ることも問題ありませんでした。 バス停も近くにあります。 行きはハニアからバスで移動し、帰りはフロントの方にTaxiを予約してもらいました。 私はとても素晴らしい日をこのホテルで過ごすことができました。
5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Lars, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

good location
The hotel has a beach location with pool and clean and comfortable rooms. Only was confusing what times reception is really open.
Zvijezdana, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

En flott gresk opplevelse
Utrolig koselig leilighetshotell med trivelig personale. Ligger perfekt til ved stranden. Sonio har egen strandrestaurant med veldig god hjemmelaget mat. Vi har vært mange ganger i Platanias, men første gang på Sonio. Vi kommer garantert tilbake hit. PERFEKT!
Harald, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Für einen kurz Urlaub zu empfehlen
Das Hotel ist geeignet für ein paar Nächte. Eine ganze Woche würde ich nicht empfehlen. Wir waren gegen ende der Saison im Sonio Beach und ganz viele Restaurants und Shops hatten bereits geschlossen. Auch war es so wahrscheinlich viel ruhiger, was aber absolut gut war. Einzige 2 Mankos am Hotel sind die Fenster die nicht zu verdunkeln sind. Für Personen wie mich, die bei Lichteinfall nicht so gut schlafen können, war es nicht so angenehm. Die Dusche ist sehr klein und lädt nicht so zum Duschen ein, wen der Vorhang überall am Körper klebt. Sonst war das Hotel und die Angestellten sehr nett.
Stefanie, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Koselig familiedrevet hotel tett på stranden.
Stort sett meget godt fornøyd. Sentralt tett ved stranden og gangavstand til Platanias facilteter. Maten på hotellets egen restaurant kan anbefales. Små dusjer trekker noe ned.
7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mycket bra hotell med bra service , trevlig personal och god mat vid deras Restaurang . Hotellets ägare var svenska, har trevliga morgonpromenader Tisdag och Torsdag.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mycket bra boende som rekommenderas
Vi bodde 4 nätter på detta trevliga lägenhetshotell. Rummen var stora, funktionella och städningen fungerade mycket bra. Servicen var perfekt och alla på hotellet och restaurangen mkt trevliga och serviceminded. Alla lägenheter har nära till pool, restaurang och stranden.Vi kan varmt rekommendera detta boende och kommer gärna tillbaka!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Meget fornøyd igjen !
Vi var i Platanias som par i en uke. Har vært der før , og oppholdet svarte til forventningene. Sonio Hotel er et familiedrevet hotell , og har et servicenivå som tilfredsstiller til de grader. Rent, ordentlig og god informasjon. 120 meter til stranden. Gode muligheter til fotturer innover i landet , med appelsinlunder, olivenplantasjer mm. Sonio Beach Apartments og Sonio Beach Restaurant drives av ekteparet Smirlakis , og disse fortjener den største honnør for sitt arbeide med at gjestene skal trives. Alt i alt - over all forventning.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

posto dell hotel vicino al mare
Personale adorabile, situazione sulla spiaggia Camere troppo care perche un po vecchie
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Greit nok til at det var 2 stjernes :)
Var rengjøring av rommet 6 av 7 dager. Hygglig svenske som satt i resepsjon. Benyttet meg ikke så mye av fasilitetene til hotellet. Men kurant mat i "beach restuanten". Bra beliggenhet iforhold til alt som finnes i hovedgata Platanias.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hyggelig restaurant med havudsigt. Super oplevelse
Vi havde en fantastisk uge på Sonio beach. Deres restaurant er helt klart i top 10. Fantastisk autentisk græsk mad. Vi har spist os gennem menu kortet. Intet har skuffet. Fantastisk betjening. Meget personligt... Vi har allerede anbefalet stedet, til flere af vores venner og familie der skal til Kreta. Du bor midt i byen, trukket tilbage fra vejen. Stille og roligt sted. Små hyggelige lejligheder, der bliver gjort rent hver dag på værelserne. Tæt på stranden, hvor man kan leje sol stole. Eget supermarked. Her er mange stam gæster, for her bliver du IKKE skuffet. Ejerne af dette hotel forstår kunsten at hygge om gæsterne "på den gode måde"
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Koselig familie hotel.
Har bodd på Sonio 4 ganger. Standaren er bra. Det beste med hotellet er vertskapet, og alle dei som jobber der.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Strandnära hotell med supertrevlig personal!
Familjeägt hotell med supertrevlig personal. Läget är perfekt precis vid stranden och du har även nära till Platanias shopping, nattliv och alla restauranger - även om du nog inte vill äta någon annanstans när du har provat Sonio Beach egen restaurang!
Verified Expedia guest review