The Best Five
Star Hotels in Eloúnda

Resort. Luxurious. Comfortable beds. Located in Elounda, 400 metres from Plaka Beach, Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 5-star resort offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa every room has bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. Bike hire and car hire are available at this resort and the area is popular for cycling. Spinalonga Beach is 1.9 km from Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa, while Lake Voulismeni is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 60 km from the resort. Show full description

Resort. Great interior design. Popular among women. The 5-star Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection offers luxurious accommodation with spa bath overlooking the Unesco-protected island of Spinalonga and its Venetian castle. It has a spa and 4 restaurants serving haute cuisine dishes. For guests choosing private or luxury residences, an array of Haute-Living services is available, including a dedicated villa manager, a lounge with VIP services, concierge service, private check-in, sun loungers at Spina, the VIP beach area, and upgraded welcome and bathroom amenities. Each of the air-conditioned suites is uniquely decorated and has easy access to the private sandy beach. They include a spacious living room with wooden floors and a satellite LCD TV. All suites also have a private pool or open-air hot tub. The 4 restaurants offer casual beachside settings or elegant dining rooms with panoramic sea views. Guests can taste progressive Greek cuisine, seafood, Cretan dishes and Italian cuisine. An Asian restaurant is also possible. Other exclusive amenities include eclectic cocktail, branded spirits and all-day snacks, signature canapes by the resort's executive Chef, afternoon tea and state-of-the art gym facilities. The spa of Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection includes an interior seawater pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. It also offers rejuvenating therapies, such as facial and massage treatments. Additional VIP services are upon charge and include a butler service, in-villa signature dining, VIP business package and helicopter transfer among several more. The village of Elounda is 2.5 km away. The lively seaside town of Agios Nikolaos is within 12 km of Domes of Elounda. Show full description

Resort. Relaxing atmosphere. Elounda Mare Relais & Châteaux Hotel features luxurious accommodation with spectacular views over Mirabello Bay. It offers top quality restaurants, along with a variety of leisure activities. The spacious, whitewashed rooms and suites are elegantly decorated in soft tones creating a serene atmosphere. The bungalows are surrounded by bougainvillea-filled courtyards and include private swimming pools. The Six Senses Spa, situated in the sister property Porto Elouda Golf & Spa at 500 metres, spreads over 2,200-m² state-of-the-art facilities including a hammam and a sauna, and offers a wide range of revitalizing treatments. Among others guests can pamper themselves with massage therapies, ayurveda aromatherapy and facial treatments. Elounda Mare Relais & Châteaux Hotel features a large outdoor pool, as well as a private sandy, Blue Flag beach, where sun-loungers and umbrellas are provided free of charge. There is also an AstroTurf tennis court with instructors and a gym.The Sea Sports Centre offers water skiing and scuba diving lessons. Other water sports such as canoeing, wake boarding and wind surfing are available. A rich buffet breakfast is served at the Deck restaurant with its sea-view veranda. The Yacht Club offers fish specialties by the beach, while the Old Mill restaurant specializes in Cretan gourmet cuisine. A beach bar is also available. Other Elounda Mare facilities include a children’s entertainment centre at the sister property, a 9-hole golf course also at the sister property, and a shopping arcade. Free private on-site parking is possible, while free transport within the hotel is also provided. Free shuttle to the sister property is also provided. Show full description

Resort. Delightful property. Great location. Overlooking the Bay of Elounda, Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel is set on a peninsular stretch of land, with a view of Mirabello Bay and the Aegean Sea. It features elegantly decorated accommodation opening to a balcony or terrace with sea views. Offering a living room, all air-conditioned suites and villas come with a minibar. Some units are fitted with luxurious bathrooms with steam bath, while most have a private and individually heated pool. An American-style, a la carte breakfast can be enjoyed, whilst watching views of the bay. The awarded Calypso restaurant prepares gourmet dishes by the pool, while a selection of Greek and international wine labels are available at "Kellari" wine cellar. The "Koh" Pan-Asian restaurant, located just above sea level at the very tip of the peninsula, serves Asian cuisine. Guests will find an outdoor swimming pool with free sun beds and umbrellas, paddling pool and care centre for children. A private sandy beach with beach service, as well as water-sport facilities and tennis courts are offered. A 50-seat cinema features private screenings of films. Located at the sister property, the exclusive Six Senses Spa is equipped with an authentic Turkish bath, where guests can experience holistic treatments and therapies. The seaside Agios Nikolaos Town is 10 km away and Heraklion City is at a distance of 70 km. Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is 68 km away. Free private parking is possible on site. Show full description

Resort. Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Nestled amidst the azure waters and rugged landscapes of Crete, Blue Palace stands as a testament to timeless Greek hospitality, curated by Phāea. At Blue Palace we have been welcoming guests to our family’s legacy for over two decades, embodying the essence of Cretan warmth and hospitality. Now, focusing on the brand pillars of consciousness, innovation and community, Blue Palace is being reimagined for the summer of 2024, offering guests a more personalized, intimate island experience that allows them to experience a truer, more timeless Greece. Think everything you know and love about Greece, plus that which you’re yet to fall for… The unique light of Greece illuminates everything as it is. Beaming down from the sun, high over the cliff tops and reflected back by the Aegean Sea, in unison. Welcome to a world where every stay is a cherished journey, and every guest is a part of our enduring legacy. Welcome to Blue Palace. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Opened August 2022. Situated on the beachfront in Elounda and boasting a private beach area, Naiades Boutique Hotel - Adults Only has free WiFi. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to a bar. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Naiades Boutique Hotel - Adults Only features some units that have a balcony, and the rooms have a kettle. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Skisma Beach is 2.2 km from Naiades Boutique Hotel - Adults Only, while Plaka Beach is 2.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 62 km from the hotel. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Beautiful. Great value. This modern 5-star hotel is surrounded by acres of gardens, overlooking the Mirabello Bay, just minutes from beaches and the fishing village of Elounda. Elounda Bay Palace Hotel provides a variety of large, comfortably furnished and designed guestrooms. Some rooms have terraces with direct access to the pool and others have fireplaces. Guests can enjoy dining outdoors while taking in views of the pool and panoramic sea views to Mirabello Bay. The hotel’s Thalassa Waterfront Restaurant serves a variety of seafood delicacies and its Aretoussa Restaurant specialises in Greek and international cuisine. Elounda Bay Palace offers a variety of beauty treatments. Facilities include a fitness centre, a tennis court, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, and a free parking area. Show full description

Resort. Unique. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Step into a world of sophistication at Domes Aulus Elounda, Curio Collection by Hilton. This cool, Med-retro adults-only resort is built amphitheatrically overlooking the gulf of Elounda in Crete, providing stunning panoramic views of the island of Spinalonga and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. Conveniently located 0.9 mi from the village center of Elounda in Crete, 47 mi from Heraklion airport, and 6.2 mi from cosmopolitan Agios Nikolaos, Aulūs is the ultimate luxury all-inclusive option. On a privileged position near the beach, the spacious and elegantly furnished suites provide panoramic views. For the ultimate VIP experience, choose the Cool Living Selection for elite tier accommodation, access to exclusive areas, and amenities. Surrounded by lush gardens, the hotel offers refined mixology, an immersive wellness program, four exquisite restaurants, and three bars as well as cultural experiences, water sports and infinity swimming pools. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Elegant. Great breakfast. Popular among couples. Located on the northeast coast of Crete, the seafront Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World, features 5 tennis courts, basketball and volleyball courts and a spa centre with gym, hammam and steam bath. Hotel facilities also include a variety of restaurants serving international and Mediterranean cuisine, and 4 bars. Free WiFi access is provided throughout. The modernly decorated and luxurious rooms, suites and bungalows of Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas offer views over the lush gardens or the Mirabello Bay. Each comes equipped with air conditioning, safe and a flat-screen TV with DVD player. The luxurious bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, free toiletries and hairdryer. Breakfast buffet is included. Guests can choose among a wide range of personalized body and facial treatments available at the Chenot SPA, which includes a medical, a hydro bi-ontology, an aesthetic and a wellness department. An outdoor pool, filled with sea water, is also featured on site, while activities and facilities for children are also provided. Guests can book sightseeing excursions to explore area ruins and attractions, such as Knossos Palace, 75 km from Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World. The seaside town of Agios Nikolaos Town is 7 km away and Elounda Village is 2 km away. Heraklion International Airport is at a distance of 65 km. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Charming. Comfortable beds. Located just a short stroll from the sea in Elounda, the family-run property offers stylish villas with a private pool, and individually decorated luxury suites with Cretan Sea or garden views. Guests enjoy 1 a la carte restaurant. Each elegant suite features a DVD player, fully equipped kitchen with microwave and marble bathroom with hydromassage. They all boast access to the communal swimming pool. Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass have a spacious living room and hot tub. Breakfast is served daily at the main pool terrace. Drinks are served at the stylish bar. BBQ facilities can also be found in the premises of Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass. The property offers free transfer to a private Beach Club, located within a 10-minute drive, while complimentary transfer service to and from the beach is provided. Services like massage in the privacy of the suite or in the Elixir Spa Gallery, and diving lessons in the main pool can be provided upon request. An Elixir Spa Gallery is provided for those who like to work out. Heraklion City is 70 km away. The town of Agios Nikolaos is at a distance of approximately 10 km. Free private parking is possible on site, and transfer from and to Heraklion Airport is offered. Show full description

Resort. Luxurious. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Located right on the beach in Elounda, Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel features a swimming pool with a spacious sun terrace and sun loungers. A restaurant and a bar are also available, while WiFi is offered in all areas. Each room and suite at this resort offers Cretan Sea view, is air-conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Units are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. Breakfast is daily served at the dining area of Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. This resort has a private beach area and car hire is available. An array of activities is offered in the area, such as windsurfing and diving. Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is at a distance of 70 km. Free private parking is possible on site. Show full description

Resort. Superb breakfast. The 5-star Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort, Six Senses Spa is situated along the coast of Elounda. All rooms have views of Mirabello Bay. Luxury yachts are available, as well as a PADI certified scuba diving centre. Guests can play golf or tennis on site, or relax at the awarded Six Senses Spa. The airy rooms have wooden floors and a sea-view veranda with teak furniture and blooming plants. Equipment includes an LDC TV with satellite and cable channels, and a furnished seating area. Porto Elounda offers the first Six Senses Spa™ in Europe, with holistic treatments, covering an area of 2,200 m². Facilities include a heated freshwater indoor pool, sauna and steam room. The 9-hole golf course is available to resort guests only. The hotel’s water sports centre includes jet-skis, wind surfing, water ski and sailing. There is also a playground for infants and kids with a variety of learning activities. Breakfast and dinner are served at the sea-view Nafsika Restaurant. You can choose to have lunch at Aglio e Olio serving Italian cuisine, or the beachfront tavern Odysseus. The Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort is 70 km away from Heraklion International Airport. The hotel's helicopter-pad allows direct transfers from Athens or Heraklion. Transportation within the hotel is possible. Show full description

Resort. Cool. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Set on a private, sandy beach overlooking Mirabello Bay, this Aquila Elounda Village features award-winning cuisine, a spa, a tennis court and 5 outdoor pools. It offers accommodation with sea and garden views or private pools, set within lush gardens. The elegant, air-conditioned rooms have an LCD TV and CD player. There is a minibar and coffee-making facilities, while wine and fruit await guests upon arrival. Guests wake up to an American buffet breakfast. Lunch includes Mediterranean dishes and is served at the Mirabello Restaurant. The Greek Taverna Symposium serves original Greek and Cretan specialities. Candle-lit dinners on the beach can be arranged. Guests enjoy free use of the sauna and gym, and free use of sun beds, umbrellas and showers. The spa features a heated swimming pool and 6 treatment rooms such as a chromotherapy cabin and ayurvedic suites. The Aquila Village is 7 km from Agios Nikolaos, and only 3 km from the fishing village of Elounda. Spinalonga Island is across from Elounda and features an ancient Venetian Fortress. Public bus is available at the hotel entrance in high season. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Built amphitheatrically on a hillside of Elounda, beachfront Elounda Infinity Exclusive Resort & Spa - Adults Only offers a view of Elounda bay and the island of Spinalonga. The 5-star resort boasts a private beach, an outdoor pool, two restaurants & 2 bars. Each with unlimited sea views, the fresh and bright rooms are exclusively designed to offer joyful and relaxation. The main buffet restaurant and outdoor à la carte restaurant at Elounda Infinity Exclusive Resort & Spa - Adults Only prepares Cretan and Mediterranean dishes. The poolside snack bar provides light meals and refreshing drinks & Cocktails throughout the day. Just refurbished, the bars, restaurants and reception area are modern and bright. Free Wi-Fi internet is available in all public areas. Free parking is offered within the hotel premises. Elounda Infinity Exclusive Resort & Spa - Adults Only is frequently connected by bus with Elounda and Agios Nikolaos (10 min) with a stop 30 metres from the hotel. Elounda village is in a very close distance of 2 km and Plaka Village is situated in a distance of 2.5 km. Airport and the port of Heraklion are around 72 km. Show full description