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Fast facts
Check in from: | 15:00 |
|---|---|
Check out before: | 12:00 |
Breakfast | Breakfast available |
Pets | Pets allowed |
Children | Children are welcome at this hotel |
Amenities
Parking
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
Pool
Fitness centre
Spa
More about Sandy Beach
Sandy Beach
Set in Marmari, 600 metres from Marmari Beach, SANDY BEACH offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. License number: 1000104
Reviews from 
Couple
Comment: 16 Jul 2025
Stayed in: Jul 2025
Lovely Hotel, Mixed Experience as a Brit
We recently stayed at Sandy Beach Hotel in Kos (Marmari area), and overall, we had a good time – but there were definitely a few things that took the shine off what could have been a stand out holiday.
The Good Stuff:
1. The food was genuinely great – tasty, varied, and always something nice to choose from. The cocktails were also really good, just a shame they weren’t included in the all inclusive.
2. Pools were lovely, and the deck chairs were comfy enough to lounge around on all day.
3. We loved the resort cats – so cute and clearly looked after by guests. We fed and fussed over them too – it really added a nice vibe to the place.
4. The gym was decent enough for a holiday workout, but it could definitely do with some air con – it got really hot in there.
5. Our room was fine – a bit dated decor-wise, but it stayed nice and cool thanks to the aircon (which was included in the price).
6. The beach is beautiful, especially at sunset. It’s sandy (hence the hotel name), clean, and the sunbeds are free for guests.
7. After we checked out, we were still allowed to use the all inclusive until we left for the airport. A nice touch that meant we didn’t have to start spending on food and drink while we waited.
Bonuses Nearby the Hotel:
i) There are a bunch of great beachside restaurants just outside the resort – we especially loved the Tiki Bar, the food there was really nice.
ii) One of our favourite evenings was walking to Marmari Go-Kart, about 40 minutes away. A really lovely walk in the evening, and the track was a lot of fun – we’d definitely recommend it for all ages.
The Not-So-Good:
1. One thing we hadn’t fully anticipated was just how much the hotel is geared towards German guests. We’d seen in reviews that it was mostly German holidaymakers and figured that would be totally fine – but as a British couple, we did end up feeling quite out of place at times. We’re very low-key – kept to ourselves, played cards, didn’t drink much or cause any noise – but we still felt like we got the odd side glance from some guests, and a few of the staff weren’t as warm or friendly with us. On more than one occasion, we were served at the bar only after all the German guests had been seen to first, despite having arrived earlier.
That said, this didn’t apply to everyone – the staff at the cocktail bar in the evenings were consistently friendly (hopefully not just because we were paying extra), and there were still some lovely people in the mix. But the few interactions that felt a bit cold or dismissive did put a bit of a damper on things. No one was outright rude – just noticeably less welcoming in a way that’s hard to ignore.
After speaking to a local, we found out that Marmari tends to cater more to German and Scandinavian tourists, while Tigaki is more popular with British holidaymakers. Apparently, the general vibe in Marmari isn’t always the most welcoming towards Brits. I really wish I’d known that before booking – I had no idea Kos had that kind of divide.
2. The biggest negative for us was a travelling photography team that the hotel allows onto the grounds. One evening, they stopped us on the way to dinner and asked to take some photos, assuring us it was just for fun and that there was no pressure to buy. The next morning, after breakfast (around 10.30), they were waiting outside and said they’d been waiting just for us and that we should’ve come before 10am – something they hadn’t explained clearly at all. We’d assumed we could view the photos at reception whenever suited us.
To our surprise, they had already printed five photos (which were honestly very average) and tried to charge us €50 for them. I said no, but they kept pushing and made it so awkward that I ended up buying one for €10 just to get them to go away. It felt like a set-up and definitely not what you’d expect from a hotel of this level. It really left a bad taste.
Overall Thoughts:
There’s a lot to like about Sandy Beach Hotel – the setting is beautiful, the food is excellent, and the beach nearby is fantastic. But for us, the general atmosphere created by some of the guests and a few of the staff, along with the uncomfortable photo situation, really took away from the experience.
If you’re German or Scandi, you’ll probably feel right at home. But if you’re coming from the UK, I’d suggest doing a bit more research on which part of Kos suits you best – something I really wish I’d known beforehand.
The Good Stuff:
1. The food was genuinely great – tasty, varied, and always something nice to choose from. The cocktails were also really good, just a shame they weren’t included in the all inclusive.
2. Pools were lovely, and the deck chairs were comfy enough to lounge around on all day.
3. We loved the resort cats – so cute and clearly looked after by guests. We fed and fussed over them too – it really added a nice vibe to the place.
4. The gym was decent enough for a holiday workout, but it could definitely do with some air con – it got really hot in there.
5. Our room was fine – a bit dated decor-wise, but it stayed nice and cool thanks to the aircon (which was included in the price).
6. The beach is beautiful, especially at sunset. It’s sandy (hence the hotel name), clean, and the sunbeds are free for guests.
7. After we checked out, we were still allowed to use the all inclusive until we left for the airport. A nice touch that meant we didn’t have to start spending on food and drink while we waited.
Bonuses Nearby the Hotel:
i) There are a bunch of great beachside restaurants just outside the resort – we especially loved the Tiki Bar, the food there was really nice.
ii) One of our favourite evenings was walking to Marmari Go-Kart, about 40 minutes away. A really lovely walk in the evening, and the track was a lot of fun – we’d definitely recommend it for all ages.
The Not-So-Good:
1. One thing we hadn’t fully anticipated was just how much the hotel is geared towards German guests. We’d seen in reviews that it was mostly German holidaymakers and figured that would be totally fine – but as a British couple, we did end up feeling quite out of place at times. We’re very low-key – kept to ourselves, played cards, didn’t drink much or cause any noise – but we still felt like we got the odd side glance from some guests, and a few of the staff weren’t as warm or friendly with us. On more than one occasion, we were served at the bar only after all the German guests had been seen to first, despite having arrived earlier.
That said, this didn’t apply to everyone – the staff at the cocktail bar in the evenings were consistently friendly (hopefully not just because we were paying extra), and there were still some lovely people in the mix. But the few interactions that felt a bit cold or dismissive did put a bit of a damper on things. No one was outright rude – just noticeably less welcoming in a way that’s hard to ignore.
After speaking to a local, we found out that Marmari tends to cater more to German and Scandinavian tourists, while Tigaki is more popular with British holidaymakers. Apparently, the general vibe in Marmari isn’t always the most welcoming towards Brits. I really wish I’d known that before booking – I had no idea Kos had that kind of divide.
2. The biggest negative for us was a travelling photography team that the hotel allows onto the grounds. One evening, they stopped us on the way to dinner and asked to take some photos, assuring us it was just for fun and that there was no pressure to buy. The next morning, after breakfast (around 10.30), they were waiting outside and said they’d been waiting just for us and that we should’ve come before 10am – something they hadn’t explained clearly at all. We’d assumed we could view the photos at reception whenever suited us.
To our surprise, they had already printed five photos (which were honestly very average) and tried to charge us €50 for them. I said no, but they kept pushing and made it so awkward that I ended up buying one for €10 just to get them to go away. It felt like a set-up and definitely not what you’d expect from a hotel of this level. It really left a bad taste.
Overall Thoughts:
There’s a lot to like about Sandy Beach Hotel – the setting is beautiful, the food is excellent, and the beach nearby is fantastic. But for us, the general atmosphere created by some of the guests and a few of the staff, along with the uncomfortable photo situation, really took away from the experience.
If you’re German or Scandi, you’ll probably feel right at home. But if you’re coming from the UK, I’d suggest doing a bit more research on which part of Kos suits you best – something I really wish I’d known beforehand.
Couple
Comment: 1 Oct 2025
Stayed in: Sep 2025
Four stars sciher not !
We stayed at this hotel in September 2025 and would like to know about
report the individual positive and negative points.
Positive was: The hotel has a beautiful extensive complex with a
Very nice Mood . Also the extensive sandy beach with its free
Lying down is very nice and welcoming.
Negative was: The food was unfortunately always almost cold and also
The food was not what you might expect in a 4 star hotel.
The room was already very old and the furniture already very
downgraded with signs of dissolution (see picture).
The TV dates back to ancient times and not even the first program could
be received, let alone streamed. In the room there was unfortunately also no WiFi . Also ants in the bed and room were available!
Also the permanent cleaning of dishes while eating was very disturbing and already considered a naughty thing, because every empty plate or glass was immediately hunted and that was very disturbing.
Conclusion : There should be a lot of improvement here to really match the 4 stars -in my view to this condition max. 3 - to do justice!
report the individual positive and negative points.
Positive was: The hotel has a beautiful extensive complex with a
Very nice Mood . Also the extensive sandy beach with its free
Lying down is very nice and welcoming.
Negative was: The food was unfortunately always almost cold and also
The food was not what you might expect in a 4 star hotel.
The room was already very old and the furniture already very
downgraded with signs of dissolution (see picture).
The TV dates back to ancient times and not even the first program could
be received, let alone streamed. In the room there was unfortunately also no WiFi . Also ants in the bed and room were available!
Also the permanent cleaning of dishes while eating was very disturbing and already considered a naughty thing, because every empty plate or glass was immediately hunted and that was very disturbing.
Conclusion : There should be a lot of improvement here to really match the 4 stars -in my view to this condition max. 3 - to do justice!
Family traveller
Comment: 23 Jul 2025
Stayed in: Apr 2025
Recommended!
Had a great stay with our children. Great animation team and food was superb! Rent a car because there is not much to do in the area (in April the restaurants were still under construction). A nice beach in front of the hotel and a very large family room made it complete for us
Other
Comment: 22 Jul 2025
Stayed in: Jul 2025
The natural friendliness of the staff has totally convinced. Very nice, clean and well maintained complex. Rooms were cleaned every day, bed linen and towels changed. Delicious food in both restaurants. Across the narrow, not very busy road - a paradise, white sandy beach with turquoise sea. A dream! We can absolutely recommend it!!!
Family traveller
Comment: 21 Jul 2025
Stayed in: Jul 2025
relaxing hotel holiday in Kos
Total: Nice, clean and well maintained hotel complex with 2 pools + slide area with children's pool. The family suite is pleasantly large with a great balcony - even had partial sea views:-)
Rooms: Window with fly garage - Top !
Food: Very varied and delicious!
Service: Very good. Staff was always friendly and helpful!
Location & surroundings: Distance to the airport with transfer from the travel agency about 40min. A ride to Kos town by public bus about 30min.
Nearby there are small shops and car rental companies. The sea is just a road crossing away.
Entertainment: Versatile but animation not excessive.
Other: unfortunately I got sick on vacation. But I found a very wonderful doctor with Dr. Lalla, who helped me super quickly and competently. Contact in German was a great relief. Even the transport from the hotel to the practice, to the pharmacy and back she organized for me.
Absolute recommendation for Dr. Lalla in case medical care becomes necessary on vacation!
Note from Dr. Lalla: do not contact the hotel doctor through reception if necessary. He has no knowledge of German and has already made misdiagnoses.
Rooms: Window with fly garage - Top !
Food: Very varied and delicious!
Service: Very good. Staff was always friendly and helpful!
Location & surroundings: Distance to the airport with transfer from the travel agency about 40min. A ride to Kos town by public bus about 30min.
Nearby there are small shops and car rental companies. The sea is just a road crossing away.
Entertainment: Versatile but animation not excessive.
Other: unfortunately I got sick on vacation. But I found a very wonderful doctor with Dr. Lalla, who helped me super quickly and competently. Contact in German was a great relief. Even the transport from the hotel to the practice, to the pharmacy and back she organized for me.
Absolute recommendation for Dr. Lalla in case medical care becomes necessary on vacation!
Note from Dr. Lalla: do not contact the hotel doctor through reception if necessary. He has no knowledge of German and has already made misdiagnoses.
Very good location
Marmari, Kos, 85300, Greece|7.07 km from city centre
Check in and check out
Check in from:
15:00
Check out before:
12:00
Good to know
Children are welcome at this hotel
Please contact the hotel for details about adding extra beds.
Please contact the hotel for details about adding a cot.
Pets allowed
Breakfast available
Breakfast options
American breakfast
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