Sani Dunes

Halkidiki, Sani

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Spa Good for Couples Child Friendly Family Suites

  • Luxury suites lie metres from a sandy beach and overlook Sani Marina
  • Ideal for families, with kids’ clubs and a choice of 26 restaurants 
  • Shares Sani Resort’s impressive facilities, including a gym, spa and pools 
  • Offers a huge range of sports, including a Chelsea FC football academy 

Sani Dunes is the newest addition to the award winning Sani Resort, which lies on the Kassandra peninsula in a 1,000-acre nature reserve. Built in 2017, the 146 luxury rooms and suites sit just metres from a soft, white sand beach and feature handcrafted furniture, natural fabrics and views over Sani Marina and the Aegean Sea.

Guests have access to the facilities at Sani Village, which is built around a pretty marina. This includes pools, gyms and a stretch of pristine sand that leads down to the sparkling water. Enjoy onsite gyms with the latest fitness equipment and indulge in a treatment at the tranquil Anne Semonin spa. There are 26 restaurants to dine in – offering everything from gourmet French cuisine to Greek tavernas and Asian dishes.

Sani Dunes is perfect for families, offering child prices for two to 11 year olds. Make use of the Ofsted-accredited kids’ clubs, which include a crèche for little ones and a special Teen Zone for guests up to the age of 17. Sani Resort also boasts an exclusive Chelsea FC football academy, a Rafa Nadal academy as well as extensive sports facilities including tennis courts, archery, and watersports.

Hotel child prices apply to ages 2–11 years. The hotel has 146 rooms, 2 floors, and 1 lift.

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

The Market

The Market has a relaxed, yet refined brasserie-style, with a la carte and set menus produced using the finest produce, sourced daily from sustainable producers and local markets. The Market serves breakfast, lunch and dinner including international - Mediterranean dishes.

Open: 07:30–11:00 and 18:30–21.30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Fresco

Fresco offers Italian dining at its finest, with a menu created by Michelin-starred chef Ettore Botrini. Choose from homemade pastas and seafood dishes, there’s also a Fresco Wine Bar with extensive wine list.

Open: 18:30–21:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Beach House

The Beach House is the place to come for a peaceful meal by the sea. Choose from a selection of healthy dishes, from salads to wraps and seafood platters.

Open: 08:30–10:30, 13:00–15:30 and 18:30–21:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Sea You Bar

The Sea You Bar is set in Sani Marina and has a variety of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails on offer, as well as hot and soft drinks.

Open: 09:00–01:00

Tomata Restaurant

Try the sophisticated menu at Tomata Restaurant, devised by Chef Karamolegos. Feast on modern Greek and Mediterranean dishes and watch as chefs cook meat and fish directly at your table.

Open: 13:00–23:00

Reservations are recommended. Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Katsu

Experience authentic Japanese dishes, including a selection of tasty sushi and sashimi at Katsu. The restaurant is named after renowned chef Katsuhiko Hanamure.

Open: 18:00–21:00

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant. Reservations are recommended.

Ammos Restaurant and Bar

Dine on the beach at Ammos, which serves Greek and Mediterranean food including fresh salads and seafood. The tempting menu has been devised by Michelin-starred Chef Giakalis. In the evenings, enjoy live music and DJs at the bar.

Open: 08:30–10:30, 12:30–16:00 and 18:00–19:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Bousoulas Beach Bar

Have a cooling drink or snack during the day or come to Bousoulas Beach Bar in the evening when it turns into a lively bar with music and dancing.

Open: 10:00–20:00

Psaroyannos

Dine on Greek dishes that utilise fresh local ingredients, from fish to meats and salads. Psaroyannos also has a varied drink menu.

Open: 13:00–23:00

Vosporos Grill House

Vosporos has the feel of a real Greek taverna, with a rotisserie of grilled meats cooked slowly over charcoal.

Open: 13:00–23:00

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Alexis

Alexis is a rustic taverna set in Sani Marina, which serves traditional Greek food and features a wine list with plenty of local options.

Open: 13:00–23:00 

Macaroni

This family-friendly restaurant is a great place to come for satisfying bowls of pasta and pizzas straight from the wood-fired oven.

Open: 13:00–23:00

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Asian

Dine here for exciting Asian fusion dishes, with a menu created by renowned Chef Thiou. Top dishes include dim sum and Cantonese specialities.

Open: 18:00–23:00

Reservations are recommended. Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Patisserie

The Patisserie bakes fresh bread every day and a range of cakes and pastries to take away. There’s also a cosy café where you can have a coffee and cake.

Open: 08:00–23:00

Ergon Deli

Ergon Deli serves Greek food with a contemporary edge, using locally sourced ingredients. If you love beer, head here to sample drinks from some of Greece’s top microbreweries.

Open: 13:00–23:00

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Water Restaurant and Bar

Water is a gourmet restaurant with a French menu designed by Michelin-starred chef Jacques Chibois. The Water Bar has live music and is a great place for evening drinks.

Open: 08:00–23:00

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Artemis

Try the breakfast buffet at Artemis or stop by for an à la carte dinner to sample Mediterranean and Asian fusion dishes. Be sure to catch the weekly Greek night, with live music.

Open: 07:30–11:00 and 18:30–21:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Sea Breeze Bar

Sip on a refreshing drink by the pool, or snack on a salad or sandwich. Menu items include fresh fruit juice, coffee and smoothies, as well as cocktails in the evening when there’s live music.

Open: 08:00–00:00

Zephyros Bar

Zephyros Bar is set on the beach and offers stunning sea views while you enjoy an evening drink, or pre-dinner cocktail.

Open: 09:30–01:00

Sports Bar

Fuel up before or after your activities with a drink or snack from the Sports Bar, located in the Sani Sports Centre.

Open: 10:00–19:00

Cabana

If you fancy French food, Cabana offers a true taste of the Cote D’Azur, with a provincial menu inspired by Nicole’s La Petite Maison.

Open: 08:30–10:30, 13:00–17:00 and 18:30–21:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Grill by the Pool

Enjoy grilled meat and seafood in a relaxed atmosphere at Grill by the Pool. Popular dishes include cooked to order steaks and burgers.

Open: 08:30–10:30, 12:30–16:00 and 18:30–19:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Olympos Restaurant

Try the international breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet at Olympos, which has a daily world theme and boasts hot and cold dishes to suit all tastes.

Open: 07:30–11:00 and 18:30–21:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Ouzerie

Ouzerie is great for traditional Greek food with a sea view, served with fine wines from across Greece. Try the signature seafood platter for a real treat.

Open: 13:00–16:00 and 18:00–21:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Pines

Pines offers healthy dining, with a farm to table menu that’s packed with fresh, organic ingredients sourced from the surrounding area.

Open: 08:30–10:30 and 18:30–21:30

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Poseidon Restaurant

Set on Sani Beach, Poseidon has a themed breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet which is ideal for all the family.

Open: 07:30–10:30, 12:30–14:30 and 18:00–21:00

Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

The Veranda Restaurant

Veranda Restaurant serves an international buffet with a particular focus on Greek and Mediterranean food. There’s an open kitchen, as well as sweeping sea views.

Open: 08:30–10:30 and 18:30–21:30

Only guests over 12 years old can dine at Veranda. Guests who have opted for the half board and full board Dine Around option can enjoy meals at this restaurant.

Garden Theatre Bar

Grab a drink from the Garden Theatre Bar to enjoy while you watch a show. The bar is open half an hour before, as well as during and after performances.

Open: 20:30–01:00

Beach and Pools

Swimming Pool

Sani Dunes guests can use the resort’s collection of swimming pools. You can spend the whole day by the lagoon-style pool which has a bar, dedicated children’s area, and plenty of sun loungers. There’s also a separate adult only pool for a quiet swim, and an indoor pool. All the pools are heated for use in cooler weather. 

Beach

Enjoy the sandy beaches at the resort, which have sunbeds, towels and showers for guests to use. There’s also a Beach Buddy service so that you can order drinks and snacks directly to your sun bed. Parents can also make use of the Babewatch service, free for the first 30 minutes, and let trained staff watch over your children while you kick back and relax. 

For Families

Sani Crèche

The Crèche is an early years care service run by the in-house experienced Little Guests team. Focused on providing the youngest guests with new experiences to spark their curiosity!

At Sani Resort, the safety and wellbeing of your children is a priority, so you'll find fully equipped childcare facilities operating to UK OFSTED standards, policies and procedures.

The qualified Crèche staff look after those as young as four months and up to four years.

The Crèche runs three sessions a day, seven days a week:
10:00am – 13:00pm
13:00pm – 15:00pm
15:00pm – 18:00pm

Private babysitting is available from 18:30 each evening during your stay. This is charged at €15 per hour, payable directly to your babysitter. For babysitting after 22:45, there is an extra charge of €15 for taxi transport. Maximum 3 children per sitter and if there are two children under one years old, a second babysitter will be required. Sessions can be booked online or via the Sani Resort app. 

A private nanny is also available 7 days per week until 18:30 pm each day, and is available upon request, subject to availability.

Kids Club

Run by the in-house experienced Little Guests team, there is a focus on providing children with the opportunity to explore the magic of Sani so that they can make lasting memories and most importantly have lots of fun!

There is an exciting selection of complimentary activities, running each morning and afternoon, designed especially for children between 4 and 12 years old. Sani’s Little Guests can learn a new skill, make new friends in one of the Sani Clubs and explore the surrounding forest.

Highly trained, multilingual staff provide safety and supervision in the form of entertainment, such as Mini-Olympic Games on the beach, short trips, picnics and parties.

Pre-bookings are advised.

Ozone - Teen House

From hip hop dance and archery to beach volleyball and scuba-diving, there’s always something new to discover for teens at Sani Resort.

Designed exclusively for teens aged 12 – 17 to enjoy some independent fun, located in the buzzing Sani Marina and open from 10 – 10 every day, the Teen House offers young guests a superb range of activities, or the chance to chill out at their own snack bar and make new friends.

Whilst most activities are complimentary, some may incur charges. 

Spa and Wellness

The Spa Suite

Sani Dunes guests can pay a visit to the resort’s state of the art spa, which features exclusive Anne Semonin treatments. Trained staff can design tailor-made treatments for you, including aromatherapy massages with essential oils. The spa boasts nine private treatment rooms as well as a pool and thermal area with a sauna and hammam. For a romantic treat, book the couples’ suite with its own steam bath.

Open: 08:00–20:00

The spa is open to guests over the age of 16. Children aged 12 – 16 can use the Junior Spa.

Gym

Keep fit at Sani Resort’s range of gyms and fitness studios which are full of the latest Technogym equipment. You can work out overlooking the topaz sea. The resort offers personal trainers, as well as group classes each day, including Pilates, aqua aerobics and yoga.

Open: 08:00–20:00

Activities & Entertainment

Sports

Guests staying at Sani Dunes can enjoy all of the award-winning facilities at Sani Resort. Make use of the six tennis courts, football pitch, basketball courts, sports centre and gyms. There’s also a bike club, archery and range of fitness classes to keep you busy. The Sani Resort Chelsea FC football academy is open to guests aged up to 16 for an extra fee.

Beach Sports

Head to the beach for volleyball and a variety of water sports, including snorkelling, windsurfing and paddle boarding. You can also have lessons at the PADI dive school or sailing academy. All watersports are chargeable. 

Organised Activities

There are plenty of other activities on offer, including wine and olive tasting, beekeeping and art classes, birdwatching and a full programme of innovative eco-activities. Take a sunset boat cruise or watch a show at the Garden Theatre, there’s also nightly live music at some of the resort’s bars.

About the location

Sani Dunes is located near Sani’s swish marina, on the west coast of Halkidiki in mainland Greece. The area is home to yachts and super yachts, which bring an upmarket crowd and selection of designer shops and boutiques. When it comes to dining, Sani has some fantastic restaurants serving everything from traditional Greek mezze platters to sushi. After dinner, head to one of the chic bars and relax with a cocktail or fine wine as you listen to the chilled music.

Explorers will find plenty for them in Sani, with beautiful golden beaches surrounded by pine forests. Water sports and activities will keep you active, while there’s also hiking, mountain biking, boat trips and lots more. 

Transfer time

Sani Dunes is an hour’s drive from Thessaloniki Airport. 
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Double Room Private Garden Pool View

Max 2 adults 1 child

A double room which is contemporary in design with panoramic windows which overlook the gardens and pools. There is a large garden terrace with two sunloungers, a coffee table and chairs.

33m² plus 30m² outdoor space Floor Plan

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Family Room Private Garden Interconnecting Pool View

Max 4 adults

A combination of two double rooms with an interconnecting door.

2 x 33m² plus 2 x 30m² outdoor space Floor Plan

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One Bedroom Suite Grand Balcony Pool View

Max 3 adults

A spacious suite located on the first floor with panoramic windows overlooking the gardens and pools and an extensive balcony which has two sun loungers, coffee table and two chairs. The suite also features a sliding door between the bedroom and seating area for additional privacy. 

39m² plus 35m² outdoor space Floor Plan

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Marina Deluxe Double Marina View

Max 2 adults

Enjoying the ambience of a private yacht club, these suites overlook the vibrant Sani Marina and Piazza, and are approximately five minutes' walk from the main hotel building. They have an open-plan bedroom and sitting area and can accommodate up to two adults. 

40m² Floor Plan

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Junior Suite Private Garden Pool View

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Overlooking the pool, this Junior Suite enjoys a private garden allowing you to unwind and relax. The inside offers contemporary design with your comfort in mind. 

44m² plus outdoor space Floor Plan

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Deluxe Junior Suite Private Garden Sea View

Max 3 adults

These junior suites have large sliding door windows overlooking the pool with and a large terrace and private garden with two sun loungers, a coffee table, sofa and two chairs with views of the ocean.

44m² plus 40m² outdoor space Floor Plan

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Deluxe Family Suite Private Garden Interconnecting Sea View

Max 4 adults, 1 child

Deluxe Family Suites consist of two interconnecting Deluxe Junior Suites Private Garden Sea View. These junior suites have large sliding door windows overlooking the pool with and a large terrace and private garden with two sun loungers, a coffee table, sofa and two chairs with views of the ocean.

2 x 44m² plus 40m² outdoor space Floor Plan

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Deluxe One Bedroom Suite Grand Balcony Sea View

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Offering very spacious accommodation, the Deluxe One Bedroom Suites benefit from spectacular views of the Aegean Sea and a large balcony with luxury furniture including two sun loungers, a coffee table, sofa and two chairs. The suite also features a sliding door between the bedroom and seating area for additional privacy. 

Guests staying in a One Bedroom Suite will be included in the Sani Suite Collection. Here you will receive an unrivalled service including; being greeted on arrival and lead through express check-in, packing and unpacking assistance, planning excursions and an upgraded laundry service. Your Personal Concierge will also ensure any particular requests are seen to including dietary requirements and the pre-booking of restaurants. All Personal Concierge’s are fully qualified and have been certified by the British Butler Institute.

51m² plus 30m² outdoor space Floor Plan

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Deluxe One Bedroom Suite Grand Balcony Beach Front

Max 3 adults, 1 child

These spacious suites offer spectacular views of the Aegean Sea and are located just a short walk from the hotel's beach (15-20m) and feature a large balcony with sun loungers and a sofa as well as a coffee table and two chairs. They also feature a sliding door between the bedroom and seating area for additional privacy. 

Guests staying in a Beachfront Suite will be included in the Sani Suite Collection. Here you will receive an unrivalled service including; being greeted on arrival and lead through express check-in, packing and unpacking assistance, planning excursions and an upgraded laundry service. Your Personal Concierge will also ensure any particular requests are seen to including dietary requirements and the pre-booking of restaurants. All Personal Concierge’s are fully qualified and have been certified by the British Butler Institute.

51m² plus 30m² outdoor space Floor Plan

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Deluxe Junior Suite Private Garden Beach Front

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Located just a short walk from the hotel's beach (15-20 metres) with views over the Aegean Sea, these suites offer a spacious room and extensive terrace and garden with luxury furniture.

Guests staying in a Beachfront Suite will be included in the Sani Suite Collection. Here you will receive an unrivalled service including; being greeted on arrival and lead through express check-in, packing and unpacking assistance, planning excursions and an upgraded laundry service. Your Personal Concierge will also ensure any particular requests are seen to including dietary requirements and the pre-booking of restaurants. All Personal Concierge’s are fully qualified and have been certified by the British Butler Institute.

44m² plus 40m² outdoor space Floor Plan

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Deluxe Family Suite Private Garden Interconnecting Beach Front

Max 4 adults, 1 child

Deluxe Family Suites consist of two interconnecting Deluxe Junior Suites Private Garden Beach Front. Located just a short walk from the hotel's beach (15-20 metres) with views over the Aegean Sea, these suites offer a spacious room and extensive terrace and garden with luxury furniture.

Guests staying in a Beachfront Suite will be included in the Sani Suite Collection. Here you will receive an unrivalled service including; being greeted on arrival and lead through express check-in, packing and unpacking assistance, planning excursions and an upgraded laundry service. Your Personal Concierge will also ensure any particular requests are seen to including dietary requirements and the pre-booking of restaurants. All Personal Concierge’s are fully qualified and have been certified by the British Butler Institute.

2 x 44m² plus 40m² outdoor space Floor Plan

Early Booking Discount

Save up to 10% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 17 April - 21 May, 31 May - 27 June & 31 August - 01 November 2025.

Save up to 5% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 22 May - 30 May & 28 June - 30 August 2025.

The above early booking discounts must be booked by 30 November 2024 and a minimum stay of 5 nights is required.

Special Offer

Save an additional 5% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 17 April – 01 November 2025.

This offer must be booked by 30 November 2024 and a minimum stay of 5 nights is required.

Combinable with the Early Booking Discount.

 

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Storyteller604020, Liverpool, United Kingdom

Tripadvisor review Nov 04 2024
From the moment we arrived to a wonderful welcome from Nikos and Andrea our two weeks at Sani Dunes was brilliant. Alexia, our concierge, made sure everything was to our satisfaction and we were...
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Amazing Dunes (again)!

Pickleone11, Harpenden, United Kingdom

Tripadvisor review Nov 01 2024
Just returned from our second trip of the year to Dunes and probably 7th or 8th visit. Lovely welcome from Nikos, Andreea and Sakis (lovely to see him).:as ever the Sani Dunes entire team were...
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