Pros

  • Peaceful, family-friendly property set in quiet village
  • Pretty location next to idyllic river and the beach
  • Mostly contemporary units with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles
  • Rooms have furnished terraces -- some with sea views
  • Two outdoor pools, kiddy pool, indoor pool, and a hot tub
  • Buffet restaurant serving local and international cuisine
  • Poolside bar with sea-view terrace offers drinks and light meals
  • Half-board and all-inclusive packages available
  • Daily activities, evening entertainment, and game room
  • Playgrounds, plus kids can utilize sister property’s recreation program
  • Wellness center with massage treatments, sauna, and basic gym
  • Free property-wide Wi-Fi and street parking
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Cons

  • Some decor is on the dated side
  • Food receives mixed reviews
  • Rooms have small showers
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Bottom Line

The 93-room Kalyves Beach Hotel is a mid-range property with optional all-inclusive package set at the junction of a mountain river and the sea in a quiet village. Rooms are mostly contemporary, and come with air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and furnished balconies. Along with its sandy lounger-equipped beach, there are two outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and hot tub (fee) as dipping options. Kids have their own pool section, along with two playgrounds, a small game room, and free access to the sister hotel’s excellent activities program twice a week. All-inclusive rates cover the main buffet restaurant and a poolside bar that serves light meals, beer, and ouzo. Daily hosted activities and evening entertainment keep guests busy, as does a spa. Couples may prefer the more romantic Aquila Porto Rethymno.

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Amenities

  • Fitness Center
  • Internet
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool

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Kalyves Beach Hotel

Scene

Peaceful property with sea and river views, attracting both families and couples

In contrast to its sister hotel Kiani Beach Resort, which is tailored to families, Kalyves Beach Hotel attracts a good mix of couples and families with its calm riverside and beachfront setting. The decor throughout varies between contemporary and dated, such as the old-fashioned red pleather sofas at reception, loud patterned tiling that continues into the restaurant, and red, green, and white-striped drapes by the lobby bar. Rooms, fortunately, look more contemporary and fresh. The setting is the standout here, with a freshwater river originating from surrounding mountains running by the alfresco restaurant terrace, and well-sized beach area. Note that there are wild geese here, often seen waddling along the river bed and beach. The hotel splits its accommodation across two buildings, separated by a quiet side street which leads directly to the beachfront area. Each building has its own pool, and the areas remain quiet and peaceful.

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Location

On a busy local road in the quaint village Kalyves

Kalyves Beach Hotel is located on a dusty, busy, local road in Kalyves, a delightful seaside village with authentic Cretan taverns, small shops, and local grocery markets -- including one right across the road. Local restaurants can be found within a few minutes’ walk, while the ancient city of Aptera, an archaeological site that dates back to the 14th century B.C., is just a 12-minute drive into the mountains. It’s a 25-minute drive to Chania, with its charming old town and historic Venetian port. The popular town of Rethymnon is a 45-minute drive east. Chania airport is a 30-minute drive, while Heraklion airport is just under two hours away by car. 

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Rooms

Light, mostly contemporary rooms with kettles, terraces, and free Wi-Fi

Refurbished in 2015, rooms at Kalyves Beach Hotel have a light, contemporary feel thanks to neutral tones, tasteful leaf-patterned wallpaper, and clean-lined furniture.  All have furnished outdoor spaces, with views of the sea, river, pool, or garden. Standard amenities consist of mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, tea- and coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi, and sofa beds. Wardrobes have small safes that require a fee. Bathrooms, and particularly their jetted showers, tend to be on the small side. Toiletries and hairdryers are provided. 

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Features

Sunbed-lined beach, multiple pools, wellness center, and meal plans for buffet restaurant

The hotel’s pool and beach facilities are split across its two buildings, with one dedicated pool and beach area per building. Sunbeds and loungers are free, but there’s a nominal charge for beach towels. Guests are free to mingle and share facilities, and some may prefer the main pool, which is accompanied by a poolside bar serving drinks and light meals throughout the day. Its large outdoor terrace borders the freshwater river and beach. A wellness center offers massage treatments and another indoor pool. A hot tub, sauna, and gym are also available, but they're only free for those on an all-inclusive plan. 

The buffet restaurant offers decent variety and a well-sized outdoor deck by the river, but food does receive mixed reviews. All-inclusive guests get unlimited local beer, house wine, soft drinks, and tap water, and ouzo. A VIP all-inclusive plan adds extras such as welcome fruit baskets, free bottle of house wine daily, brand-name alcohol (limited quota), and faster Wi-Fi. Access to normal speed Wi-Fi is free for all guests. 

Daily evening entertainment includes traditional Greek dance, magic shows, live music, and live DJ’s, while hosted daytime recreation is primarily for adults and includes activities such as yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, and Zumba. With two outdoor playgrounds, a small game room (fee), kids’ pool, and light activities program, the hotel’s kid-friendly facilities are decent. Children are also invited to join the sister hotel’s outstanding activities program, available twice a week for free. There’s free street parking, though it may be difficult to find.

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Things You Should Know About Kalyves Beach Hotel

Also Known As

  • Kalyves Beach Hotel Best Western Plus
  • Kalyves Beach Hotel BEST WESTERN PLUS
  • BEST WESTERN PLUS Kalyves Beach Hotel

Address

Kalyves 73003, Greece

Website

Oyster Hotel Review

Kalyves Beach Hotel

Scene

Peaceful property with sea and river views, attracting both families and couples

In contrast to its sister hotel Kiani Beach Resort, which is tailored to families, Kalyves Beach Hotel attracts a good mix of couples and families with its calm riverside and beachfront setting. The decor throughout varies between contemporary and dated, such as the old-fashioned red pleather sofas at reception, loud patterned tiling that continues into the restaurant, and red, green, and white-striped drapes by the lobby bar. Rooms, fortunately, look more contemporary and fresh. The setting is the standout here, with a freshwater river originating from surrounding mountains running by the alfresco restaurant terrace, and well-sized beach area. Note that there are wild geese here, often seen waddling along the river bed and beach. The hotel splits its accommodation across two buildings, separated by a quiet side street which leads directly to the beachfront area. Each building has its own pool, and the areas remain quiet and peaceful.

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Location

On a busy local road in the quaint village Kalyves

Kalyves Beach Hotel is located on a dusty, busy, local road in Kalyves, a delightful seaside village with authentic Cretan taverns, small shops, and local grocery markets -- including one right across the road. Local restaurants can be found within a few minutes’ walk, while the ancient city of Aptera, an archaeological site that dates back to the 14th century B.C., is just a 12-minute drive into the mountains. It’s a 25-minute drive to Chania, with its charming old town and historic Venetian port. The popular town of Rethymnon is a 45-minute drive east. Chania airport is a 30-minute drive, while Heraklion airport is just under two hours away by car. 

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Rooms

Light, mostly contemporary rooms with kettles, terraces, and free Wi-Fi

Refurbished in 2015, rooms at Kalyves Beach Hotel have a light, contemporary feel thanks to neutral tones, tasteful leaf-patterned wallpaper, and clean-lined furniture.  All have furnished outdoor spaces, with views of the sea, river, pool, or garden. Standard amenities consist of mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, tea- and coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi, and sofa beds. Wardrobes have small safes that require a fee. Bathrooms, and particularly their jetted showers, tend to be on the small side. Toiletries and hairdryers are provided. 

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Features

Sunbed-lined beach, multiple pools, wellness center, and meal plans for buffet restaurant

The hotel’s pool and beach facilities are split across its two buildings, with one dedicated pool and beach area per building. Sunbeds and loungers are free, but there’s a nominal charge for beach towels. Guests are free to mingle and share facilities, and some may prefer the main pool, which is accompanied by a poolside bar serving drinks and light meals throughout the day. Its large outdoor terrace borders the freshwater river and beach. A wellness center offers massage treatments and another indoor pool. A hot tub, sauna, and gym are also available, but they're only free for those on an all-inclusive plan. 

The buffet restaurant offers decent variety and a well-sized outdoor deck by the river, but food does receive mixed reviews. All-inclusive guests get unlimited local beer, house wine, soft drinks, and tap water, and ouzo. A VIP all-inclusive plan adds extras such as welcome fruit baskets, free bottle of house wine daily, brand-name alcohol (limited quota), and faster Wi-Fi. Access to normal speed Wi-Fi is free for all guests. 

Daily evening entertainment includes traditional Greek dance, magic shows, live music, and live DJ’s, while hosted daytime recreation is primarily for adults and includes activities such as yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, and Zumba. With two outdoor playgrounds, a small game room (fee), kids’ pool, and light activities program, the hotel’s kid-friendly facilities are decent. Children are also invited to join the sister hotel’s outstanding activities program, available twice a week for free. There’s free street parking, though it may be difficult to find.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Beach

  • Business Center

  • Children's Pool

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Breakfast

  • Gameroom / Arcade

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Pool

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Room Service

  • Supervised Kids Activities

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