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Grand Resort Lagonissi is a spectacular luxury resort on an idyllic peninsula, located half way between Athens and Cape Sounion. This magical location offers both natural beauty and nearby cultural treasures of Athens and the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. Perfectly situated for a relaxing holiday, the resort’s villas, suites and bungalows are set in 72 acres of a lush green peninsula with several magical sandy coves, surrounded by the blue waters of the Aegean Sea.

All villas, suites and bungalows, divided into ‘Accommodation Clubs,’ offer ultimate privacy in a true dream setting and are all situated along the water’s edge. The Comfort Club offers beautifully decorated rooms and suites located in the center of the peninsula in the main hotel building, offering a majestic view of the Aegean Sea. The Premium Club offers elegantly designed suites, bungalows and rooms located either on the waterfront or beachfront offering magnificent sea views. Bungalows consist of living rooms/bedrooms open plan style, spacious marble lined bathrooms with mini TV set, separate shower cabin, steam bath, air bathtub and private wooden terrace, garden or heated pool with hydro massage devices.

The Grand Sports Club offers brand new bungalows and suites situated on two different sea levels, either on the waterfront or water edge with private or sharing outdoor heated pool, with hydro massage and reverse water flow devices. All bathrooms are marble lined and equipped with steam bath, air bathtub and separate shower cabin. Most of the suites have a private gym area with exercise equipment and accessories for a daily workout. Additional assistance of a personal trainer upon request. The Zen Club offers superb suites located on both east and west side of the resort, with private garden or private pool, deck & heated pools. Either on open plan style or providing separate bedroom and living room area, these unique suites located all on the waterfront, offer the privilege of in-suite-Spa treatments! Special features also include private gym area, massage table, large screen TV, CD & DVD players, reverse water flow with hydro massage device in the swimming pool. The Exclusive Club offers luxuriously decorated bungalows, suites & villas located comfortably along the waterfront designed to fulfil the highest of expectations. Spacious living rooms and bedrooms in open plan style, grand marble lined bathrooms with separate shower cabin, steam bath, air bathtub, remote control mattresses, walk-in closets, heated floor and private terrace or garden.

All private outdoor heated pools with hydro massage and counter current devices. Wooden decks with bamboo furniture and sunshades. The Platinum Club offers supreme palatial suites with spacious bedrooms & living rooms with fireplaces offering the highest degree of luxury: exquisite marble lined bathrooms with steam baths, air bathtubs and separate shower cabins, remote control mattresses and private gyms, walk-in closets, heated floors. Special features include 44” TV screen in bedroom & living room, DVD and CD player, mini TV set in the bathroom, walk in wooden closets.

Colorful gardens with bamboo furniture and private outdoor heated pools with hydro massage and counter current devices. Guests can choose from a variety of restaurants — Ouzeri serves Greek traditional specialties and fresh fish; The Captain’s House is an a la carte Italian restaurant; The Captain’s Deck is an exclusive outdoor bar for special drinks and snacks at late night hours; Galazia Hytra serves contemporary Greek creations, on a wooden deck by the seaside; Kohylia Restaurant & Sushi Bar, situated on the western side of the peninsula on the water, serves Polynesian delicacies and sushi in a relaxing ambience, decorated in an Oriental style with a superb aquarium; La Piscine presents all day dining, music and bar by the pool, offering cool refreshments, snacks and Tex Mex tastes; Mediterraneo, located at Mediterraneo beach, serves a light menu and refreshing beverages all day long; Aphrodite serves international cuisine in the main hotel building, overlooking the sea; The Veranda Bar is a glamorous spot situated in the hotel, an ideal setting with breathtaking sunset; The Grand Pier at Grand Beach is a unique experience in the middle of the sea, in a fun atmosphere with modern music, beach bar with snacks, fresh juices and plenty of beverages;

Poseidon Restaurant, situated on the Grand Beach serves finger food and drinks until the sun sets; and the Veghera Club Restaurant is an international bar-restaurant, discreetly isolated on the South water edge of the peninsula. Chic and modernly designed, with unlimited sea view is the perfect place to relax and enjoy delicious creations. The Blu Spa center, located on Mediterraneo beach, is a perfect place for relaxation and rejuvenation, for physical and mental harmony, offering a variety of facial and body treatments with the signature of the well known ESPA products. Other leisure facilities include a marina with yacht hire, water sports, a freshwater swimming pool and floodlit tennis courts. The resort is open year-round and offers chauffeured limousine and helicopter service from the Athens airport. This is a great base from which to explore the cultural treasures of Athens and the surrounding area, yet have a luxurious resort experience at the same time.