Kalyves Beach Hotel

Really pleasant stay. Can't fault anything really location amazing children's disco daily. Nice rooms clean and comfortable bed. We were all inclusive but midway we upgraded to all inclusive plus as the drinks weren't great but that is pretty typical for all inclusive so no issues there. Also thanks to the staff as asked to organise some flowers etc for my wife for our anniversary and really lovely present for a reasonable price on very short notice as well.
Probably the food was the weak point it wasn't bad or anything but quite limited in choices and most meat like pork and chicken quite dry. Also the outdoor pools were really cold its nice that there is an heated pool indor but would have been nice if the outside one was heated.

We had an absolutely wonderful experience. The location couldn’t be better — just a short walk to the beach. The rooms were spacious and beautifully decorated, with a great view of the sea from the balcony.
The staff made sure everything was perfect, from the friendly check-in to helpful local recommendations. The buffet had a great variety of tasteful choices.
It’s clear that the management really cares about guests’ comfort and experience.
I would absolutely recommend it. Can’t wait to come back!

I came here for one day on a charged for day pass costing 32 euros. I caught the bus from Chania.
What a TREAT! I was allowed to use the indoor and outdoor pools beteen 10 am until 6 pm. I arrived around 12 noon, just in time for lunch "EAT AND DRINK AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE" FROM AN EXTENSIVE AND EXOTIC BUFFET.
I chose the outdoor dining area overlooking a river with ducks that runs into the sea
I am a pescetarian, but mainly vegetarian. The food was HEAVENLY and the variety amazing. I had 2 huge platefuls of savoury food and lots of delicious CRETAN WINE.
I then enjoyed a variety of desserts and fresh fruit followed by a coffee by the outdoor pool area.
Later, I relaxed on one of their many lovely sofas to phone home for necessary news.A little more time to relax on the sunbeds and I was ready to leave, a very contented woman.
The staff here are extremely courteous and the hotel is spotlessly clean and tidy.
I have been left with a very good impression of this hotel and certainly would like to return at some point.
Guests need to check with the hotel if day passes are available. I took a chance because I wanted to visit Kalyves and it was late September.
There are lots of lovely beaches and places to visit in the Chania region. I am thrilled to have spent a day here.
Sherrill Watts.

The hotel is literally on the beach, which made our stay even more special. The rooms were clean and comfortable, with a wonderful view of the sea. The staff was kind and helpful in our every need, especially Kostas the lifeguard. The breakfast and dinner and the launch had variety and quality food.access to the beach was direct. Ideal place for rest and relaxation. We will definitely come back next August!!!

Location 10 out of 10 Food 10 out of 10 Relaxing holiday on the beach. Unfortunately it was stomach bug in the hotel and our son had it. Hotel stuff dealt with this problem as much as they could. Not much to do around the hotel. Done train trip and boat trip. We had a car so we had a trip to the lake, old town, supermarket

lovely weather, good entertainment, hotel room is nice, nice people, beach was nice aswell, i loved the cats , really enjoyed myself here

Just back from a relaxing and enjoyable week at Kalyves Beach and I really hope we can return some day. Such a friendly, human-sized hotel - big enough to offer everything you could want in a holiday, while offering a more personal touch. On arrival- which was late in the evening- there was an initial mix up with our room. (The room we were sent to only slept 2.) We were quickly sent to another room, which turned out to be an accidental upgrade to a sea view room - we were very happy with this and it was well worth the initial inconvenience. The view was fantastic of the sea as well as the pool/entertainment area. The room itself was fine, plenty of drawers and hanging space, bathroom was ok too. The extra bed was a little unstable and wobbly, and had to be moved slightly to open the balcony doors - so that's one thing that maybe could be looked at. The food was great and plentiful- a good balance of traditional dishes and plain food for the less adventurous. Great salads and some tasty vegetarian options. For drinks, it was convenient to be able to help yourself to some of the soft drinks and wine/beer, and the bar is really close to the beach for keeping hydrated through the day. Plenty of drinks on the all inclusive plan for us, and the bar staff were friendly and flexible. There was a nice range of evening entertainment which we really enjoyed - a shout out to the Groovitas band who played a fab and varied two hour set with no break! We also loved Magic Chris, such a slick but personable act, who went down so well with all the kids and adults. The fun family karaoke night demonstrated the wide range of nationalities staying at the hotel, which was really great to see. We were really there for the beach, and the sea, and it didn't disappoint. We always got loungers - probably as I went for a swim before breakfast each day! Some days they were all full by 8am, others there were spare ones all day. The sea was irresistible. Very calm and clear on our first few days, then rougher as the week went on, but so enjoyable to swim in both ways. Also so beautiful just to sit and watch! Momo booked us on the sunset cruise with Kalyves Cruises and this was a really special highlight of the week for us. More beautiful sea, friendly and knowledgeable crew, some local historical areas pointed out (including an amazing Venetian wall under the sea!)and a gorgeous swimming stop. The village was really lovely, with some nice shops and really scenic little lanes, and if you fancy a quick uphill trek, there are great views from the top of the hill above the harbour!

The Kalyves Beach Hotel is an absolute gem in Crete! The location is simply unbeatable, right on the beautiful sandy beach and just a short walk to the charming village. Our room was spotless and comfortable, and we loved the stunning sea view from our balcony. What truly made our stay special, however, was the staff. From the friendly and hardworking team at the pool bar to the helpful receptionists, everyone was so welcoming and genuinely dedicated to making our vacation perfect, and a special shout-out to Rep Momo, who was wonderful. With the lovely pools and delicious buffet, we had everything we needed for a truly relaxing and memorable holiday. We can't wait to go back!

Lovely hotel, next to the beautiful sea. The staff cannot do enough for you. Momo was very helpful and friendly in arranging trips and was very informative, I can recommend the boat trip which was very good value and they looked after you well. The daily activities and children's entertainment was great, with Iva being so lovely. The bar and waiting staff great, paticularly George, Kostas, Vangelis and Vasilisis. Food was good, cleaning staff so nice. Overall cannot recommend it enough! It is well worth upgrading to all inclusive plus. 10/10.

I recently stayed at this hotel with my family and had a very positive experience. The cleanliness was excellent — everything from the rooms to the shared areas was spotless and well looked after. I’d give it a solid 4.5 out of 5, as there’s always a little room for improvement, but overall it was truly impressive.

The hotel staff were helpful and welcoming throughout our stay. Everyone we interacted with was professional, kind, and ready to assist whenever needed. Their friendliness made a big difference and helped us feel at home. Again, a strong 4.5 out of 5.

One of the highlights for us was how child-friendly the hotel is. There were plenty of activities and spaces designed for kids, and the staff were very accommodating to families with young children. It’s definitely a great choice for families.

The food was decent — I’d rate it around 3 out of 5. While breakfast had a nice selection and the ingredients were fresh, the overall variety and taste of meals could be improved.

All in all, a great hotel for families looking for comfort, cleanliness, and friendly service, even if the food didn’t quite match our taste.