View of the hotel

Gloria Maris Hotel, is quietly situated in Porto Koukla a small secluded resort nestled on white sandy beaches. The hotel is surrounded by countryside and olive groves, set in its own tropical gardens perched above perfectly clear waters giving you the feeling that you are in a tropical paradise, combining relaxation, peace and tranquility.

The Gloria Maris is a family run hotel with 66 rooms and 2 suites quietly situated in the beautiful peaceful bay of Porto Koukla.

Sunset by the pool
Poolside at Sunset

At the Gloria Maris we are able to offer different types of accommodation to suit all tastes: Hotel rooms (part of the main building) all having a sea view with their own private facilities and daily maid service, piped music, telephone, a small fridge and a balcony with a table and chairs.

Overlooking Turtle IslandStudio apartments situated below the main part of the hotel overlooking the sea, all having their own private facilities and daily maid service, a small fridge, telephone, piped music and a terrace.

We can also offer two luxury suites both of which have good size balconies overlooking the sea and turtle island. These suites are very tastefully furnished with all comforts in mind. They have air conditioning, bathroom with Jacuzzi and shower, a mini bar and refrigerator, satellite television and a DVD player. (Prices are available upon request).

All accommodation is double glazed with mosquito screens.

Relaxing on a sun loungerGloria Maris Hotel has its own swimming pool with small pool bar, sun terrace patio with sun loungers and umbrellas. Steps in front of the hotel lead down to a narrow sandy beach which has sun beds and umbrellas. Just above the beach you will find the Tropics beach bar which is a real delight where snacks are available in the day time and in the evening this lovely little bar becomes a candlelit cocktail bar where you can enjoy a drink in a relaxing atmosphere with the sea just below you.

Boats are available providing trips for turtle spotting in the surrounding Bay of the National Marine Park of Zakynthos, touring the Keri Caves - where you can dive and snorkel from the boat, and for visiting Marathonisi Island - otherwise known as Turtle Island one of the nesting sites for the Caretta Caretta loggerhead turtle. Boats are also available to hire by the hour, or for the day.

The Gloria Maris is an exquisite hotel for a relaxing and peaceful holiday in an unspoilt area of Zante.


Gloria Maris accommodation prices for 2010. Prices are listed in Euros for each Reiki Waves Holiday guest, based on two people sharing (a single person supplement is payable). Friends and or family who will not be participating in the retreat holiday program are welcome to accompany you, prices will also vary. Please email me with your requirements.
 AprilMayJunJulAugSeptOct
Studio€580€580€580€595€600€575€575

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Flights and insurance are not included in the accommodation prices quoted here. Air conditioning is available in all rooms, payable locally at reception.

All prices will include:

  • Airport transfers from and to Zakynthos airport or ferry terminal. Travel Information..
  • Buffet style breakfast and evening meal
  • Accommodation: A private room with en suite shower room and balcony with table and chairs, and a fridge
  • Welcoming refreshments in your room upon arrival
  • A Reiki Treatment
  • All Reiki tuition, manual and certificate. The opportunity to learn and practice Usui Reiki techniques yourself for levels one or two
  • Free sunbeds around the tropical gardens, beach and the swimming pool
  • Maid service daily
  • Bed linen and bath towels
  • A return boat trip to the island of Marathonisi, also known as Turtle Island

Note: it is possible for three people to share a studio apartment - price available upon request.
Also the price for the Luxury suites is available upon request.


The pool by night
The Pool area at night

Loggerhead turtle
Caretta Caretta Loggerhead Turtle.
Porto Koukla is a breeding site for these beautiful endangered creatures.

The turtle is a powerful symbol. The Native Americans call their continent Turtle Island. The legend goes that once there was only water and there wasn't anywhere that people could live. Turtle made a very great sacrifice and let everyone live on her back. Thus she became the spirit keeper of the earth. When Native Americans enter into the darkness of a covered dome structure for the sacred purification ceremony called the Sweat Lodge, they believe that they are entering into the turtle, into the very essence of the Mother Earth. It is a time of spiritual death and rebirth.


Contact us for further information and availability.

Tel: 0030 26950 65109