Santa Marina Beach Hotel Gazi, Gazi
About the Hotel
Santa Marina Beach is located on the sandy beach of Amoudara, synonymous with Cretan hospitality. It is a 4-star hotel offering a range of amenities, set against the backdrop of Crete's historical significance. The hotel is conveniently situated just 6 miles from the Palace of Knossos, an iconic archaeological site. Guests can enjoy easy access to local attractions and transportation options.
Location
Located 9.5 miles from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, the hotel is easily accessible. A local bus stops directly at the main entrance, providing convenient transport options for exploring Crete. The hotel is in close proximity to attractions such as the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Bravo Water Park. Its location allows guests to enjoy all that Crete Island has to offer.
Rooms
Each room at Santa Marina Beach features a bright and airy design with a balcony or terrace. Guests can choose from various views, including garden, pool, or partial sea views. Suites provide additional amenities like soundproofing and a comfortable seating area. Standard room features include a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and free toiletries.
Eat & Drink
The hotel's dining experience includes a buffet restaurant serving Greek, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisine. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner buffet-style with a variety of options available. For lighter fare, drinks, refreshments, ice creams, coffee, and cakes are served at the beach bar and pool bar. The diverse culinary offerings cater to various tastes and preferences.
Leisure & Business
Santa Marina Beach offers two freshwater pools and spacious sun terraces for relaxation. For more active pursuits, guests have access to a tennis court and mini golf facilities. Various recreational opportunities are available on-site, making it suitable for both leisure and business travelers. Free internet access is provided in public hotel areas.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Room features
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel rooms were small and very dated in decor, looking like it had been closed for weeks, damp, and dirty, although they were cleared daily. On the bright side, they offered a double bed and a normal extra bed. The service was a mix of polite effectiveness and rudeness, lacking professionalism compared to other hotels. The location was just fine, taking guests to Santa Marina Beach at Chania, perfect for kids and overlooking the pool, albeit not far from the city center. The facilities were not commented on but seemed to be satisfactory.
I was quite disappointed with my stay at the hotel. The rooms looked like they had been closed for weeks, they were damp and dirty. However, the location was perfect for kids, sea-urchins free, overlooking the pool. The service was horrible, with rude and almost aggressive staff. The dining didn't meet expectations.
The hotel offered a mixed experience with clean and comfortable rooms featuring a gorgeous view but showing signs of neglect. The service was inconsistent, ranging from supervising daily to instances of rudeness. The location was convenient, albeit with some drawbacks, and the dining experience was unremarkable. Overall, a stay that required some compromises.
The hotel's rooms were a mixed experience with some downsides like being damp and dirty while having an excellent view. The service, although kind, lacked professionalism in comparison to other establishments. The location was convenient for beach access but not ideal for multilingual guests. The dining experience was minimal with just baguettes available.
The hotel had a few drawbacks, like the rooms being damp and dirty, and service being somewhat rude. However, the location was nice with sea-urchins free beaches. The dining was satisfactory, but facilities were lacking.