Sonio Beach Hotel

Property class: 2

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Located close to Platanias Beach and Platanias Square, Sonio Beach Hotel provides a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a grocery/convenience store. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and beach massages. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure or a massage. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Sonio Beach Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AED 649
AED 748 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a wall-mounted hat, two wall lamps, and a bedside table with a tissue box and a clock.

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

  • Partial sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a wall-mounted hat, two wall lamps, and a bedside table with a tissue box and a clock.

Deluxe Studio, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A balcony with a view of the sea and buildings, wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Studio, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a shelf with decorative items, and a brick wall.

Deluxe Studio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Platanias, Sonio Beach Hotel is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Platanias Square and Old Venetian Harbor are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Platanias Beach and War Shelter of Platanias. Agia Marina Beach and Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Platanias travel guide
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Platanias Kidonias, Platanias, Crete Island, 73014

What's nearby

  • Platanias Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Golfland
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Platanias Square
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • War Shelter of Platanias
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Agia Marina Beach
    3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cool Cafe
    7 min walk
  • Eclipse
    12 min walk
  • Grapevine
    6 min walk
  • Incontro
    11 min walk
  • the ruin Kalaro
    7 min walk

About this property

Sonio Beach Hotel

  • Hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near Platanias Beach
  • Located close to Platanias Square and War Shelter of Platanias, Sonio Beach Hotel provides a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a grocery/convenience store. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure or a massage. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Sonio Beach Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and beach towels
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Sonio Beach Hotel offer comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • 40-cm TVs with cable channels
    • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sonio Beach Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1987
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-cm TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: EUR 50

Express check-out available

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and April 07.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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 - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 42 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Sonio Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonio Beach Hotel?

As of 16 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonio Beach Hotel on 17 October 2026 start from AED 649, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sonio Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonio Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Sonio Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for EUR 50 (subject to availability).

Does Sonio Beach Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 42 per vehicle applies.

Where is Sonio Beach Hotel located?

Located in Platanias, this beachfront hotel is in the entertainment district and within a 15-minute walk of Platanias Beach and Platanias Square. War Shelter of Platanias and Agia Marina Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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