A Sanctuary Full of Stories and Experiences
For almost 50 years, the resort has been the standard of international hospitality and luxury holidays, and rightfully occupies a high place in the league of legendary hotels of the world – it is chosen by celebrities and members of royal families. Every year, Sani Resort becomes the "Best Family Resort in the World" according to the World Travel Awards, the Oscar of the tourism industry.
Here are 7 reasons why Sani Resort will top your list of destinations for the perfect vacation.
1. Holidays in an eco-reserve
Sani Resort is located on the territory of a unique nature reserve on the Kassandra Peninsula, just 40 minutes from the airport in Thessaloniki. On 400 hectares there is a pine forest, relict olives and eucalyptus trees, 7 kilometers of sandy beaches, 20 kilometers of forest trails and the protected Sani Wetlands area. The water meadows of the resort are home to more than 300 species of rare birds, many of which are listed in the Red Book. The resort offers eco-guided activities to explore nature like Birdwatching, the Sani Wetlands Trip, the Bee Spot, the Olive Trip, the Sani Forest walk, but also amazing activities of mindfulness in nature. For its reverent attitude to the principles of sustainable development, Sani Resort is annually noted in various international awards – it is the first certified carbon-neutral resort in Greece since 2020, which operates on 100% renewable electricity with the triple goal of zero plastic, zero waste since 2024 and zero carbon by 2030.
2. Wide range of experiences
A huge role in quality recreation is played by a variety of leisure activities, and Sani Resort stands out especially in this aspect. It has its own marina, an alley with boutiques, more than 40 restaurants and bars, world class sports academies, including the Rafael Nadal Tennis Center, Chelsea Football Club and Bear Grylls Survival Academy, Adventure park on the tops of pine trees, children's and teen clubs, five Anne Semonin spa centers. It is a whole city, like an ideal world, with services and facilities of the highest level.
3. The Magnificent Five hotels
There are five five-star hotels located on the territory of one resort, each of which has its own special spirit and character.
For example, Sani Club will delight lovers of nature and beautiful landscapes. The hotel will begin a new chapter in 2025, with a scenic promenade connecting it to
the entire resort. Guests can enjoy a charming route through herbal gardens, passing Sani Dunes, the Marina, Porto Sani, the renovated Sani Asterias, and ending at Sani Beach.
A two-phase refurbishment will also reimagine all rooms and suites, offering a nature-inspired sanctuary perfect for families.
The hotel Sani Dunes has a very stylish atmosphere, the largest heated swimming pool in Greece in the form of a lagoon surrounded by fragrant gardens.
In addition to its proximity to Bousoulas beach with boiling white sand, Sani Beach is famous for its proximity to sports academies and playgrounds.
Porto Sani will undoubtedly appeal to families with little children – here you will be surrounded by care and provided with all necessary accessories, from cots to bottle heaters.
And Sani Asterias is a paradise for those who appreciate privacy and exclusivity: the territory of the hotel is accessible only to its guests.
This year, Sani Asterias is continuing the next phase of its transformative journey with an extensive renovation set to elevate the guest experience at the most exclusive
hotel at the resort. The immaculately redesigned hotel is continuing its residential concept introduced in 2024 and will unveil an array of luxurious upgrades in time
for the summer season, bringing the all-suite hotel concept to fruition.
4. All the best for children
Attention to children is at the forefront – even the youngest guests have VIP status at the resort. To begin with, you do not need to take a bunch of baby supplies – strollers, deck chairs, high chairs, toys and even beach molds will be given to you on the spot. You can develop sports skills at both the Chelsea Football Academy and the Rafael Nadal Tennis Center. And the of Survival Academy of the popular traveler Bear Grylls has developed a program for teenagers that can distract from gadgets: here they will teach how to get and cook food, make fire and build shelters in the wild.
5. World-class sports
Gold Slam winner and world tennis legend Rafael Nadal personally inspected his tennis center in Greece last year and was completely delighted with this experience. 8 courts with a clay surface and the composition of certified coaches fully comply with the standards of the game of the first racket of the world - no wonder Rafael is called the "king of clay" for a record number of victories on this surface. In addition to the Rafa Nadal Tennis Center, Chelsea Football Academy and the Bear Grylls Survival Academy, the resort has a Sani Biking Club with a pump track, PADI scuba diving, sailing academy, water skiing and wakeboarding, yoga, pilates, TRX and jogging. There is something for every family member to do.
6. Gastronomic temptations
The variety of tastes at the resort does not leave anyone indifferent and is able to captivate the most experienced gourmets. There are restaurants with cuisines from Greece, Spain, Italy, Japan, India, Asia and even Peru – from Michelin star cuisine to fresh local fair. In addition, the resort annually organizes the Sani Gourmet gastronomic festival with the participation of the most important Michelin chefs in the world, who prepare dinners with several sets only for guests of the resort. This year the festival will take place in July-August.
7. Music in the open air
Another international festival takes place at the resort annually in July-August - the musical Sani Festival. Concerts at the top of Sani Hill with amazing acoustics, stunning views of the Aegean Sea and the reflection of the moon and stars crafting magical memories. This year, Sani Resort continues to raise the bar, bringing some leading performers in the world to the Sani stage.
