Giannoulis - Grand Bay Beach Resort (Exclusive Adults Only)

We stayed for a week in August and cannot find 1 thing that would stop me from returning. Seaview room is a must, the views are stunning. You can hear the waves crashing and as kolymvari is a peaceful resort there isn't any hustle and bustle to disturb the peace. The hotel is adult only so days around the pool are peaceful. The food was lovely if you're a very fussy eater you may struggle as there were lost of traditional Greek dishes. But always salad chips and plain meat options. The gyros at lunch was tasty. Breakfast was good too, lots of options. The beach is pebble so water shoes are a must but it is the cleanest beach I've ever been to the sea is lovely. I was luck enough to witness sea turtles hatching while there which absolutely made my holiday. There was a lovely charity volunteer there recording everything and making sure the they made it safely to the sea. Entertainment is very low key, a bit of music such as violin, saxophone, dj or a duo singing. All the staff we're lovely, nothing is too much trouble. The hotel and grounds are spotless. We had such a relaxing holiday & hope to go again.

Just got back from my 3rd visit to this gem of a hotel. Even when full it never seems crowded as there are so many places to relax and a lot of rooms have their own sunbeds. What really stands out at Grand Bay is the staff; as mentioned in other reviews they go above and beyond, and I can't mention just one or two names as they all deserve a mention. This year I had to go all out for the best room with sea view and private pool, just stunning. Really hope to be back in the future.

My husband and I stayed for 10 nights and arrived at 1.30am and had to wait to be shown to our room. We were hoping for a sea view room but ended up in the block adjoining the road. As we arrived after the restaurant and bar was closed there was wraps in the room which was much appreciated. We selected this hotel as adults only and was very peaceful. The restaurant and bar service declined as the days went by often having to find a waiter to clear the table and relay. Then we had quite a wait to get drinks at our table. Food started ok but then became very repetitive so much so that both my husband and I ended up with salad for lunch and dinner. Food is not very authentic which is one of the joys we love when in Greece. Bar service again is very slow and long wait and often given the wrong cocktail We did voice our disappointment in both the food and service and offered a complimentary olive oil night- same food as we were getting in the buffet only difference table cloth and waiter service- disappointing Housekeeping was very good- cannot fault at all. The hotel needs more staff in all areas to improve the restaurant and bar areas. All in all we would not return- we do prefer the quaintness of the smaller islands and the gorgeous flora & fauna

Loverly quiet hotel, where the staff are very friendly and go beyond what some hotels do to make sure that your stay is all that you want it to be. If you need to know anything or anywhere to go just speak to the amazing Anna on reception she will do all she can to help you. The same with the wonderful Zoe guest relations manger she knows some other loverly beaches when it gets too windy which is not often. The rest of the team are just as good and if you like a good laugh then Mateo is your man as long as you don’t mention Football to him as you won’t hear the end of how good Liverpool are !. Hopefully we will see you all next year along with Anastasia and the rest of the team. Missing the hotel and the location already and we have only just got back.

We booked this adults hotels because we wanted a complete break and I have to say it's the most relaxing hotel we've ever stayed in. We booked a junior suite (311) which meant that we had sunbeds directly outside the door and a private shared pool (Far too cold) The thought of not chasing after a sunbed and waking up to a view of the sea from your own bed is marvellous. Food and drink were great and the whole team from Reception, Pool Staff, Bar, Restaurant, Maid Service, was exceptional. Here's a tip...We booked the Tasting Tour with the hotel that takes you out on a mini basis to a n umber of different places. I won't spoil the fun. Suffice to say, it was the best 40 Euros per person we've ever spent on a holiday trip. Thanks to everyone at the hotel. We're already planning our next trip next October. Hoping to get 311 again...Please!

We were disappointed by our 3-day stay at this hotel. Although the hotel claims to be all-inclusive, a lot is extra, unless you have gone "premium all-inclusive. So the pina coladas are included in the "all inclusive" but the non-alcoholic version you have to pay for. Similarly the bar remains open after 11p.m. but you have to pay for drinks after then. Many of the sunloungers round the pool are reserved for specific (premium) rooms and all the other sunloungers round the pool had been bagged by 8 am. Even the beach sunloungers could only be reserved for guests staying a minimum of 4 nights. The view is barren and the beach is stony. Whoever is in charge of catering needs to up their game. We got to know the salads well. They would be out on the serving tables for 3 hours, and would then reappear at the next meal: the feta, the tuna and the sauces especially. There was some, but not that much, fish. All the "hot" food was lukewarm and even after a couple of days we found the food same-y. Tinned fruit was served. The hotel needs more investment. The main hotel WCs, for instance (which you accessed by walking past the servery for the "hot" food) had a door on the gents which did not lock, a broken urinal and a light which went out after 15 seconds - so you needed to be quick! The wifi speed was intermittent. Streaming a film could be hard work. And our room was a litany of small things that a decent hotel would have noticed and fixed: the bathroom door was warped and could not close. The bathroom (other than over the sink) was dimly lit, the shower was weak, and with an inadequate shower screen. The bedroom reading light was too dim to read by, the patio door let in water, and Reception wanted to charge us extra to be able to use the safe deposit box in our room. You can see that the hotel used to be 5* but it has had its fifth star taken away. Apart from that, the hotel was OK, and the waitresses were kind, cheerful and helpful.

My husband and I have just returned from 10 days at Grand Bay hotel. We loved the view, the room, the food but the wonderful staff were just incredible. Every one of them was friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Everyone smiles all the time. I would like to particularly thank: Andreas - a fantastic bartender who gave great service and always asked how we were. Ana - who greeted us on arrival and made us feel so welcome. Always on hand to help. Zoe - who was always there at mealtimes to keep everything running smoothly. She went above and beyond with our food queries. Sarantos - always there to greet us with a cheery “kaliméra.” We have stayed in many hotels all over the world but found Grand Bay an exceptionally wonderful one. We can’t wait to go back and are planning to return next September.

We have had a great time. It was quieter location wise than we expected. Staff were amazing we booked a standard swim up room and when arrived had been up graded to a junior suite only problem we got no sun all day , so did not use the sun beds or pool. So we went round to the main area.Everyday despite having a sign saying you could not reserve sun beds this happened everyday. We only got a sunbed by the pool once in 10 days. A friend with a sea view people said were putting towels out at 00:30 to 06:00 and some were not turning up till lunch time. To me a hotel with limited sun beds should not be allowing this . When I mentioned this I was told they had tried to stop it but could not 😡 a poor excuse in my eyes if bums aren’t on seats by 10am they should be stepping in and taking peoples stuff away . We stayed in a hotel that if by 8 am people were not with their belongings they took them away and they had to pay 2 euro to get it back 😂 this worked. But may u say apart from this gripe we enjoyed our time here . Friendly staff and a relaxing atmosphere and they went above and beyond for my birthday the a le cart restaurant was great.

Excellent hotel, the staff are just the best, so friendly and welcoming can’t do enough for you. Anna on reception, Zoe in the restaurant and Mateo in the Al a carte just a few who really stood out. The place is really clean the food was excellent and a great choice. It was peaceful and relaxing. You were genuinely made to feel special. Would we go back? Most definitely so much so we’ve already booked for next year. You could tell they really value the hotel guests. We even got a gift on our departure. We can’t wait to go back. If you’re thinking of booking then do it you won’t be disappointed.