The 5-star luxury hotel Kalliston with 213 rooms is located in western Crete, only 4 km westwards of the coastal town of Chania, directly on the sandy beach, easily accessible via Chania by the coastal road. It is a modern hotel with many amenities for couples. The hotel can be booked from 16 years of age. The fitness Hotel Kalliston is designed for adults who value sport and wellness. Ideal for guests who appreciate the proximity to the city of Chania. A smoking area is avialable. With half board or all inclusive.
The Hotel Kalliston offers: smoking area, reception: daily, languages: German, English, French, currency exchange possible
Guest care: Languages: German, English, French, Russian, Polish, elevator, communal lounge / TV area, ATM in the accommodation,
Gardens, roof terrace, sun terrace, 4 pools, outdoor pool fresh water with Balinese beds: for a fee, loungers: for free, parasols: for free,
Indoor pool free of charge, indoor, fresh water, in the wellness area, loungers: free of charge, "Aqua Pool" pool: free of charge, outdoor, fresh water, gently sloping, loungers: free of charge, deck chairs: free of charge, parasols: free of charge
Whirlpool: free of charge, outdoor, fresh water, bath towels: free of charge, souvenir shop, mini market, jeweler, hairdresser, Internet: WLAN / WiFi, in the entire hotel (complex): free of charge, laundry service: for a fee,
Concierge service, luggage service, method of payments: VISA, MasterCard, American Express, EC card / Maestro
Pets not allowed, parking facilities: parking lot (subject to availability), unguarded: free of charge, inquiry & reservation not necessary, parking spaces, uncovered: free of charge, inquiry & reservation not necessary
Conference facilities: conference rooms: 3, air-conditioned conference rooms, conference equipment, coffee breaks: for a fee
The Hotel Kalliston is located directly on the long, gently sloping sandy beach Chrissi Akti. Shops approx. in 100 m and the old town of Chania is about 4 km away. The spacious complex offers great sporting facilities and a lovely health and fitness area.
All following rooms are equipped with:
Air conditioning: centrally controlled, safe: free of charge, refrigerator: free of charge, coffee / tea maker, Minibar: for a fee, included with All Inclusive, soft drinks: for a fee, included with All Inclusive, water: for a fee, All inclusive included, alcoholic drinks: for a fee, included with all inclusive, minibar refill: daily.
Internet: WLAN / WiFi: free of charge, television: flat screen, in the bedroom, room service: daily, for a fee, cleaning service: daily, free of charge, Bathtub, toilet, bathrobe: free of charge, slippers: free of charge, hairdryer, balcony: with seating
Double room Inland view (DZX1), double room, approx. 24 sqm, open plan room
Best Price room (DZZ1), double room, total number of rooms in this room type: 1( open plan room)
Double room Pool view (DZX7), double room, pool side, approx. 24sqm, Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room
Double room Sea view (DZM1), double room, sea view, approx. 24 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room
Double room Sea view Jacuzzi (DZM2), double room, sea view, approx. 24 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room, 1 queen size bed
Double room Swim Up Side Sea view (DZX2), double room, pool side, side sea view, approx. 24 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room with 1 queen size bed, direct pool access
Deluxe room Inland view (DZX4), double room, land view, approx. 30 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, distribution as follows: combined living room / bedroom
Deluxe room sharing pool side sea view (DZX5), double room, pool side, approx. 30 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room with direct pool access
Deluxe room Swim Up (DZX3), double room, sea view, approx. 30 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room with 1 queen size bed with direct pool access.
Air conditioning: centrally controlled, safe: free of charge, refrigerator: free of charge, coffee / tea maker, Minibar: for a fee, included with All Inclusive, soft drinks: for a fee, included with All Inclusive, water: for a fee, All inclusive included, alcoholic drinks: for a fee, included with all inclusive, minibar refill: daily.
Internet: WLAN / WiFi: free of charge, television: flat screen, in the bedroom, room service: daily, for a fee, cleaning service: daily, free of charge, Bathtub, toilet, bathrobe: free of charge, slippers: free of charge, hairdryer, balcony: with seating
Double room Inland view (DZX1), double room, approx. 24 sqm, open plan room
Best Price room (DZZ1), double room, total number of rooms in this room type: 1( open plan room)
Double room Pool view (DZX7), double room, pool side, approx. 24sqm, Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room
Double room Sea view (DZM1), double room, sea view, approx. 24 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room
Double room Sea view Jacuzzi (DZM2), double room, sea view, approx. 24 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room, 1 queen size bed
Double room Swim Up Side Sea view (DZX2), double room, pool side, side sea view, approx. 24 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room with 1 queen size bed, direct pool access
Deluxe room Inland view (DZX4), double room, land view, approx. 30 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, distribution as follows: combined living room / bedroom
Deluxe room sharing pool side sea view (DZX5), double room, pool side, approx. 30 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room with direct pool access
Deluxe room Swim Up (DZX3), double room, sea view, approx. 30 m², Total number of rooms in this room type: 1, open plan room with 1 queen size bed with direct pool access.
Dining :
Themed evenings at least twice a week in the main restaurant, including Gala dinner with the color theme "black and white" (optional), sunset dinner, seafood dinner, local night Themed evenings in the à la carte restaurant "Culinarium", e.g. Timeless dinner by romantic candlelight Appropriate clothing is desirable in the restaurants during dinner. Swimwear, flip flops and sports or strapless shirts are not appropriate
You can also expect: Your accommodation offers the following catering options: Half board: breakfast, late riser breakfast, choice of lunch or dinner, gala dinner, wine tasting All inclusive: breakfast, late riser breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, midnight snack, selected non-alcoholic drinks: daily 11:00 a.m. - 00:00 a.m., selected national alcoholic drinks: daily 11:00 a.m. - 00:00 a.m., selected international alcoholic beverages Drinks, selected table drinks with meals, coffee / tea in the afternoon, gala dinner, wine tasting Description of the catering offers:
Breakfast: daily 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., buffet Late riser breakfast: daily 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., free of charge Lunch: daily 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., buffet Dinner: daily 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., buffet, à la carte, menu choice, theme evenings: several times a week, buffet or menu choice Snacks: daily 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., for a fee, included with All Inclusive, midnight snack: daily 23:00 p.m. - 00:00 a.m., for a fee, with All Inclusive included Drinks: selected non-alcoholic drinks: daily 11:00 a.m. - 00:00 a.m., for a fee, selected national alcoholic drinks: daily 11:00 a.m. - 00:00 a.m., for a fee, selected international alcoholic drinks: for a fee, selected table drinks with meals: for a fee, coffee / tea in the afternoon: for a fee Candlelight dinner: request & reservation necessary, for a fee, set menu Gala dinner: weekly, free of charge, buffet Wine tasting: free of charge, request & reservation necessary
Restaurants: 7
Main restaurant "Deep Blue": cuisine: Greek, international, and local cuisine, Mediterranean, regional, fish / seafood, grilled dishes, diet cuisine: free of charge, request necessary.
Gluten-free dishes on request and free of charge.
Lactose-free dishes on request and free of charge
Light dishes on demand free of charge, request necessary
seasonal dishes: free of charge, request not necessary
Vegetarian dishes: free of charge, request not necessary, buffet, show cooking, free of charge, daily 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. O'clock - 9.30 p.m., with terrace, appropriate clothing required Restaurant "Culinarium (1x per stay included)": Cuisine: local cuisine, Mediterranean, regional, fish / seafood, grilled dishes, à la carte, request & reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week 19:00 - 21:30 Clock, on the beach
Restaurant "Al Fresco (with AI 1x per stay incl.)": Cuisine: Italian, à la carte, inquiry & reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm, with terrace
Restaurant "Yuni Ko": Cuisine: Asian, à la carte, request & reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Restaurant "Weinkeller / Wine Cellar fine dining": 2 Michelin stars, cuisine: international, à la carte, request & reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm, appropriate clothing is required
Restaurant "Culinarium Lunch": Cuisine: Greek, international, typical of the country, Mediterranean, regional, fish / seafood, grill dishes, buffet, for a fee, included with all inclusive, daily 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Restaurant "The Kalliston Grill (Burgers & Steaks)": Cuisine: international, grill dishes, à la carte, reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week
Bars & more: 4,
Lobby bar: daily 5:30 p.m. - midnight, for a fee, included with all inclusive, Swim up bar "Aqua Bar": daily 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, for a fee, included with All Inclusive
Beach bar "Beach Bar": daily 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, for a fee, included with All Inclusive
Coffee shop "The World": daily 7:00 am - 11:00 am and 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm, for a fee, with All Inclusive including
privileges: added value When booking with half board or all inclusive, the "Culinarium" restaurant is included once per stay When booking with All Inclusive, the "Al Fesco" restaurant is included once per stay
Themed evenings at least twice a week in the main restaurant, including Gala dinner with the color theme "black and white" (optional), sunset dinner, seafood dinner, local night Themed evenings in the à la carte restaurant "Culinarium", e.g. Timeless dinner by romantic candlelight Appropriate clothing is desirable in the restaurants during dinner. Swimwear, flip flops and sports or strapless shirts are not appropriate
You can also expect: Your accommodation offers the following catering options: Half board: breakfast, late riser breakfast, choice of lunch or dinner, gala dinner, wine tasting All inclusive: breakfast, late riser breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, midnight snack, selected non-alcoholic drinks: daily 11:00 a.m. - 00:00 a.m., selected national alcoholic drinks: daily 11:00 a.m. - 00:00 a.m., selected international alcoholic beverages Drinks, selected table drinks with meals, coffee / tea in the afternoon, gala dinner, wine tasting Description of the catering offers:
Breakfast: daily 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., buffet Late riser breakfast: daily 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., free of charge Lunch: daily 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., buffet Dinner: daily 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., buffet, à la carte, menu choice, theme evenings: several times a week, buffet or menu choice Snacks: daily 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., for a fee, included with All Inclusive, midnight snack: daily 23:00 p.m. - 00:00 a.m., for a fee, with All Inclusive included Drinks: selected non-alcoholic drinks: daily 11:00 a.m. - 00:00 a.m., for a fee, selected national alcoholic drinks: daily 11:00 a.m. - 00:00 a.m., for a fee, selected international alcoholic drinks: for a fee, selected table drinks with meals: for a fee, coffee / tea in the afternoon: for a fee Candlelight dinner: request & reservation necessary, for a fee, set menu Gala dinner: weekly, free of charge, buffet Wine tasting: free of charge, request & reservation necessary
Restaurants: 7
Main restaurant "Deep Blue": cuisine: Greek, international, and local cuisine, Mediterranean, regional, fish / seafood, grilled dishes, diet cuisine: free of charge, request necessary.
Gluten-free dishes on request and free of charge.
Lactose-free dishes on request and free of charge
Light dishes on demand free of charge, request necessary
seasonal dishes: free of charge, request not necessary
Vegetarian dishes: free of charge, request not necessary, buffet, show cooking, free of charge, daily 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. O'clock - 9.30 p.m., with terrace, appropriate clothing required Restaurant "Culinarium (1x per stay included)": Cuisine: local cuisine, Mediterranean, regional, fish / seafood, grilled dishes, à la carte, request & reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week 19:00 - 21:30 Clock, on the beach
Restaurant "Al Fresco (with AI 1x per stay incl.)": Cuisine: Italian, à la carte, inquiry & reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm, with terrace
Restaurant "Yuni Ko": Cuisine: Asian, à la carte, request & reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Restaurant "Weinkeller / Wine Cellar fine dining": 2 Michelin stars, cuisine: international, à la carte, request & reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm, appropriate clothing is required
Restaurant "Culinarium Lunch": Cuisine: Greek, international, typical of the country, Mediterranean, regional, fish / seafood, grill dishes, buffet, for a fee, included with all inclusive, daily 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Restaurant "The Kalliston Grill (Burgers & Steaks)": Cuisine: international, grill dishes, à la carte, reservation necessary, for a fee, several times a week
Bars & more: 4,
Lobby bar: daily 5:30 p.m. - midnight, for a fee, included with all inclusive, Swim up bar "Aqua Bar": daily 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, for a fee, included with All Inclusive
Beach bar "Beach Bar": daily 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, for a fee, included with All Inclusive
Coffee shop "The World": daily 7:00 am - 11:00 am and 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm, for a fee, with All Inclusive including
privileges: added value When booking with half board or all inclusive, the "Culinarium" restaurant is included once per stay When booking with All Inclusive, the "Al Fesco" restaurant is included once per stay
Crete is a huge island with a great history. We cannot show all excursion options here, but we can show the most important ones.
+ Visit the Monastery Agia TriadaThe Holy Trinity (Agia Triada) Monastery is probably the most impressive monastic complex of the final period of Venetian rule on Crete, due to both its scale and architectural form. The organic-olive oil of the Monastery Agia Triada has won many awards, there is a small Monastery Shop where you can buy this delicious organic olive-oil. The olive-oil of Agia Triada meets our standards from our online-shop greekmarketsquare.com you can purchase this organic olive oil in our online shop.
+ The nature reserve Balos Lagoon in western Crete. This day-cruise can be booked for extra charge 35 € per person
+ The table land Askifou and the beaches Frangokastello of Frangokastello.
+The natural heritage monument The Olive Tree of Vouves Visit the natural heritage monument The Olive Tree of Vouves and the small Museum of Vouves. The tree ring analysis of this ancient tree demonstrated the tree to be at least 2000 years old, scientists from the University of Crete have estimated it to be 4,000 years old. Vouves is a mountain village in a beautiful green western Crete. + For swimming and snorkelling to the small rocky bay Afrata The Bay of Afrata and its mountain Village Afrata is located in western Crete at the Rodhopou-Peninsula. Approximately 7 km from the larger coastal town kolimbari. Below the village is a path that leads to the pebble beach. This small pebble beach is popular with the locals offering best conditions for fishing and snorkelling.
+ The nature reserves the table Omalos Tableland in western Crete
and the Xyloskalo - Panorama-Restaurant with panorama view to the Samaria Gorge till the end of May the mountains are snow covered here, therefore this mountain range is called the "White Mountains". After a good dinner in the rustic restaurant at the fireside you taste the traditional delicious speciality of this region "Sfakiani Pita" and enjoy the organic tea of this region “malotira & dictamus”. These teas meet our standards from our online shop greekmarketsquare.com you can purchase this organic teas in our online shop.
+ Visit the Botanical Park of Crete The Botanical Park consist of nearly 20 hectares full of fruit trees from all over the world, herbs, medicinal and ornamental plants in a park different from others, where the land’s formation and the region’s microclimate make it a paradise for hundreds of plants and animals!
+ South-Coast Tour for swimming and snorkelling and visiting the Monastery Chrissoskalitisa and the Lagoon Elafonissi
this excursion can be booked for an extra charge 35 € per person (if you don´t have a car)
+ Guided Tour western Crete hiking day-tour through the national park Samaria Gorge the oldest nature reserve of Crete. This excursion can be booked in advance for an extra charge 35 € per person
+ Guided Tour western Crete hiking day-tour through the Agia Irini Gorge This Gorge is part of the European Walking Path E4.
+Visit a traditional family run olive-press BIOLEA and one of the oldest Orthodox Church Archangel Michael Orthodox Church Archangel Michael. The mural painting is well preserved. The Church Archangel Michael is an example of great icon painting craftsmanship and it is associated with the 2nd Byzantine period. This church was excellent restored, the traditional mural painting was revived. Follow the lanes towards south in direction to the village Astrikas and the sign "BIOLEA". The family run olive-press produce one of the best organic olive oil of Crete. This olive-oil meets all standards of our online-shop greekmarketsquare.com you can purchase this organic olive oil in our online shop.
+ private boat excursion to Menies Beach from the harbour of Kolimbari. You can book this private boat-excursion on our website Kreta.com Crete is a huge island with a great history. We cannot show all excursion options here, but we can show the most important ones.
We took time to show you the best tours & trips with videos and pictures of Crete and we will be glad to plan your Crete-Holiday with you. We are not a call centre or an anonymous company. We are your personal experts for Crete and Greece since 1989!
Our goal is to meet your expectations so that you can realize your dream on Crete.
Send us a request with your preferences and you will get tailor-made proposals and trip ideas for your holidays on Crete. Take your time to make your trip a success. We are looking forward to your mail and thank you for your interest in visiting Crete. Do not be a stranger. Keep in touch with us. Kreta.com when it comes to plan your holidays on Crete.
+ Visit the Monastery Agia TriadaThe Holy Trinity (Agia Triada) Monastery is probably the most impressive monastic complex of the final period of Venetian rule on Crete, due to both its scale and architectural form. The organic-olive oil of the Monastery Agia Triada has won many awards, there is a small Monastery Shop where you can buy this delicious organic olive-oil. The olive-oil of Agia Triada meets our standards from our online-shop greekmarketsquare.com you can purchase this organic olive oil in our online shop.
+ The nature reserve Balos Lagoon in western Crete. This day-cruise can be booked for extra charge 35 € per person
+ The table land Askifou and the beaches Frangokastello of Frangokastello.
+The natural heritage monument The Olive Tree of Vouves Visit the natural heritage monument The Olive Tree of Vouves and the small Museum of Vouves. The tree ring analysis of this ancient tree demonstrated the tree to be at least 2000 years old, scientists from the University of Crete have estimated it to be 4,000 years old. Vouves is a mountain village in a beautiful green western Crete. + For swimming and snorkelling to the small rocky bay Afrata The Bay of Afrata and its mountain Village Afrata is located in western Crete at the Rodhopou-Peninsula. Approximately 7 km from the larger coastal town kolimbari. Below the village is a path that leads to the pebble beach. This small pebble beach is popular with the locals offering best conditions for fishing and snorkelling.
+ The nature reserves the table Omalos Tableland in western Crete
and the Xyloskalo - Panorama-Restaurant with panorama view to the Samaria Gorge till the end of May the mountains are snow covered here, therefore this mountain range is called the "White Mountains". After a good dinner in the rustic restaurant at the fireside you taste the traditional delicious speciality of this region "Sfakiani Pita" and enjoy the organic tea of this region “malotira & dictamus”. These teas meet our standards from our online shop greekmarketsquare.com you can purchase this organic teas in our online shop.
+ Visit the Botanical Park of Crete The Botanical Park consist of nearly 20 hectares full of fruit trees from all over the world, herbs, medicinal and ornamental plants in a park different from others, where the land’s formation and the region’s microclimate make it a paradise for hundreds of plants and animals!
+ South-Coast Tour for swimming and snorkelling and visiting the Monastery Chrissoskalitisa and the Lagoon Elafonissi
this excursion can be booked for an extra charge 35 € per person (if you don´t have a car)
+ Guided Tour western Crete hiking day-tour through the national park Samaria Gorge the oldest nature reserve of Crete. This excursion can be booked in advance for an extra charge 35 € per person
+ Guided Tour western Crete hiking day-tour through the Agia Irini Gorge This Gorge is part of the European Walking Path E4.
+Visit a traditional family run olive-press BIOLEA and one of the oldest Orthodox Church Archangel Michael Orthodox Church Archangel Michael. The mural painting is well preserved. The Church Archangel Michael is an example of great icon painting craftsmanship and it is associated with the 2nd Byzantine period. This church was excellent restored, the traditional mural painting was revived. Follow the lanes towards south in direction to the village Astrikas and the sign "BIOLEA". The family run olive-press produce one of the best organic olive oil of Crete. This olive-oil meets all standards of our online-shop greekmarketsquare.com you can purchase this organic olive oil in our online shop.
+ private boat excursion to Menies Beach from the harbour of Kolimbari. You can book this private boat-excursion on our website Kreta.com Crete is a huge island with a great history. We cannot show all excursion options here, but we can show the most important ones.
We took time to show you the best tours & trips with videos and pictures of Crete and we will be glad to plan your Crete-Holiday with you. We are not a call centre or an anonymous company. We are your personal experts for Crete and Greece since 1989!
Our goal is to meet your expectations so that you can realize your dream on Crete.
Send us a request with your preferences and you will get tailor-made proposals and trip ideas for your holidays on Crete. Take your time to make your trip a success. We are looking forward to your mail and thank you for your interest in visiting Crete. Do not be a stranger. Keep in touch with us. Kreta.com when it comes to plan your holidays on Crete.
free of charge at the hotel Kalliston:
Balanced sports courses, strengthening and relaxation, e.g. Yoga for beginners, functional training, step aerobics.
Fitness center: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., aqua fitness, abdominals-legs-buttocks, relaxation courses, back fitness, stretching
Wellness saunas: 1, ice fountain / grotto For a fee (partly external services) Wellness area / Spa "Elemis Spa": 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Hamam Massages: classic massage: approx. 85 EUR per hour, foot reflex zone massage: approx. 75 EUR per hour, hotstone massage: approx. 110 EUR Beauty / cosmetic center, beauty / cosmetic treatments: anti-aging: from 65 EUR, cellulite treatment: approx. 85 EUR, facial treatment: from 65 EUR, manicure: from 27 EUR, pedicure: from 32 EUR
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The following excursions can we book in advance for you on this trip:
1. The day cruise to the nature reserve to the Lagoon Balos
2. The day hike through the Samaria Gorge
3. The day hike through the Agia Irini Gorge. This Gorge is part of the European Path E4.
4. The day cruise to the island of Santorin including sightseeing tour on Santorin
Send us a request with your preferences and you will get tailor-made proposals and trip ideas for your holidays on Crete.
Take your time to make your trip a success.
We are looking forward to your mail and thank you for your interest in visiting Crete. Do not be a stranger. Keep in touch with us. Kreta.com when it comes to plan your holidays on Crete.
The following excursions can we book in advance for you on this trip:
1. The day cruise to the nature reserve to the Lagoon Balos
2. The day hike through the Samaria Gorge
3. The day hike through the Agia Irini Gorge. This Gorge is part of the European Path E4.
4. The day cruise to the island of Santorin including sightseeing tour on Santorin
Send us a request with your preferences and you will get tailor-made proposals and trip ideas for your holidays on Crete.
Take your time to make your trip a success.
We are looking forward to your mail and thank you for your interest in visiting Crete. Do not be a stranger. Keep in touch with us. Kreta.com when it comes to plan your holidays on Crete.
Pre-Booking Bus -Transfer for : DAY CRUISE BALOS LAGOON Western Crete Highlight
Day Tour to the nature reserve Lagoon Elafonissi
Experience the diversity of Crete´s countryside on a full-day trip to the nature reserve Elafonissi.
Hiking tour through the Samaria Gorge, the national park of Crete
Trekking Excursion Agia Irini Gorge incl.Transfer
Day Cruise from Crete to the Island Santorin with bus-transfer
Explore the natural beauty of the island Santorini by making this day-cruise-excursion
