We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Eloúnda, Greece. We have also included accommodation in apartments, villas, holiday homes, "relais" (mansions), historic buildings and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated March 2024.
Villa.Very stylish. Superb interior design. Set in Elounda and only 2.6 km from Elounda Beach, Villa Estée, luxury villa with private infinity pool and jacuzzi offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With pool views, this accommodation features a balcony and a swimming pool. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.7 km from Skisma Beach. The air-conditioned villa consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hair dryer. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the terrace, which also has outdoor furniture. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Guests at the villa can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Lake Voulismeni is 15 km from Villa Estée, luxury villa with private infinity pool and jacuzzi, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 58 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This might be the most well designed and stylish villa in Eloúnda. It also has outstanding views.
Holiday Home.Charming. Located in Elounda in the Lasithi region, Pavlakis Lemon-Tree House features a patio. The air-conditioned accommodation is 300 metres from Elounda Beach, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Skisma Beach. The holiday home comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with quiet street views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. A bicycle rental service is available at the holiday home. Lake Voulismeni is 11 km from Pavlakis Lemon-Tree House, while Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa) is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 60 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Resort.Lovely property. Great bar. Popular among couples. 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. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. 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. 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
Apartment hotel.Great views. Popular among couples. Overlooking Mirabello Bay and the beautiful Venetian castle on the island of Spinalonga, the adults-only Elounda Heights offer an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi. Self-catered rooms feature private balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea and mountains. Guests of Elounda Heights Apartments and Studios can have drinks and lunch at the pool bar while enjoying the panoramic views. The pet-friendly Elounda Heights Apartments is 70 km away from Heraklio and Nikos Kazantzakis Airport. A fitness centre is available. All rooms include a well-equipped kitchenette with refrigerator and coffee-making facilities. A sitting area is provided. Breakfast is served daily at the pool bar. The hotel restaurant serves dinner with local and international dishes. Historic sites in the Elounda area include the Venetian Castle in the famous Spinalonga Island. It is a 13-minute drive to the nearby town of Agios Nikolaos and only a 5-minute walk to Elounda centre. Free on-site parking is available.Show full description
Holiday Home.Great views. Situated in Elounda and only 2.1 km from Elounda Beach, Elounda Dream House features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and the holiday home can arrange a car rental service. Skisma Beach is 2.2 km from Elounda Dream House, while Lake Voulismeni is 9.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 63 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Lovely interior design. Set in Elounda, 800 metres from Elounda Beach and less than 1 km from Skisma Beach, Margarita's Seafront Luxury Apartment offers air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The spacious apartment with a balcony and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.8 km from Kolokithia Beach. The property has an outdoor dining area. There is a coffee shop on-site. Lake Voulismeni is 11 km from the apartment, while Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa) is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 60 km from Margarita's Seafront Luxury Apartment.Show full description
Resort.Delightful property. Lovely surroundings. 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. An American-style, a la carte breakfast can be enjoyed, whilst watching views of the bay. 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. 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
This might be the most beautiful resort in Eloúnda.
Resort.Elegant. Nice surroundings. 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 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. 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. 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.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. Breakfast is daily served at the dining area of Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel. 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. 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
This resort is one of the most popular in Eloúnda among couples!
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great location. Popular among women.Opened August 2021. Kalypso Suites Hotel - Adults Only is set on the beachfront in Elounda, 100 metres from Elounda Beach and 300 metres from Skisma Beach. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms include a balcony with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Every room includes a kettle, while some rooms also feature a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a stovetop. At Kalypso Suites Hotel - Adults Only the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Lake Voulismeni is 11 km from Kalypso Suites Hotel - Adults Only, while Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa) is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 60 km from the hotel.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most historic boutique hotel in Eloúnda.
Resort.Highly elegant. 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. 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. Welcome to a world where every stay is a cherished journey, and every guest is a part of our enduring legacy. 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. Beaming down from the sun, high over the cliff tops and reflected back by the Aegean Sea, in unison. Welcome to Blue Palace.Show full description
This might be one of the most ELEGANT resorts in Eloúnda.
Holiday Home.Great value. Set in Elounda and only 10 km from Lake Voulismeni, Elounda Buena Vista offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The property is soundproof and is located 11 km from Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa). The holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Agios Nikolaos Port is 13 km from the holiday home, while Lixnostatis Folk Museum is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 64 km from Elounda Buena Vista.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. 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
I think this place could be the most CHARMING, CREATIVE AND COSY boutique hotel in Eloúnda! WOW!
Apartment.Hip. Great value. Located in Elounda of Lasithi, the seafront Dolphins offers self-catering accommodation with a furnished balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea and Spinalonga Island. It lies within 50 metres from the beach and 200 metres from restaurants, bars and shops. The air-conditioned apartments feature a separate bedroom and a well-equipped kitchenette with dining area. Facilities include a fridge, a microwave and a safe. The private bathroom comes with a shower. A welcome basket is offered to guests on arrival. Heraklion Town and Port are located 70 km from Dolphins, while Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is 68 km away. The seaside Agios Nikolaos Town is 10 km away and Plaka Village is at a distance of 4 km. Free public parking is possible nearby.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the coolest apartments in Eloúnda.
Apartment.Great value. Featuring city views, Elounda Relax Apartment features accommodation with balcony, around 800 metres from Elounda Beach. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. Skisma Beach is less than 1 km from the apartment, while Kolokithia Beach is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 60 km from Elounda Relax Apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. All units are fitted with air conditioning, an oven, a fridge, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. Every unit is equipped with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while certain rooms come with a patio and some have sea views. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to have groceries delivered and cook in your kitchen.Show full description
Apartment.Cosy. Great interior design. Palemilos Apartments is located in quiet surroundings only 100 metres from the centre of Elounda, and 200 metres from the sandy beach. All air-conditioned units have a balcony and free Wi-Fi. The homely apartments and studios have a well-equipped kitchen with utensils, fridge, and coffee and tea maker. They include a TV and have views to the surrounding mountains, the town, and the garden . All kinds of taverns, shops, agencies, taxi and bus stations are within a few minutes reach. From the little port nearby guests can visit the famous island of Spinalonga.Show full description
Apartment.Cool. Great bar. Popular among couples. Set in Elounda, within 4.2 km of Spinalonga, Elounda Casa Elia offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a garden. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a fully equipped kitchen and a balcony. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Heraklion International Airport is 51 km from the property while Sitia Public Airport is 77 km away.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Opened December 2020. Situated 600 metres from Elounda Beach, Elounda Colour Apartments offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. Boasting a lift, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The aparthotel also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the aparthotel, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with shower and bathrobes. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Guests at the aparthotel can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. There is a snack bar and lounge. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at Elounda Colour Apartments. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Skisma Beach is 700 metres from the accommodation, while Lake Voulismeni is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 60 km from Elounda Colour Apartments, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Apartment.Romantic. Gorgeous surroundings. Olea Villas and Apartments is a complex situated in the famous tourist resort of Elounda. It offers luxuriously furnished units with a garden and a private or shared pool. Elounda Olea Villas and Apartments consist of two rooms. Elounda Olea Villas and Apartments are at 7 km from Plaka with easy access to the island of Spinalonga and its Venetian fort. They include a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with flat-screen TV and a dining area. Their verandas offer panoramic views of the Merambello Gulf. The hotel features BBQ facilities and a wood-fired oven. Elounda Olea can arrange massage appointments for its guests, as well as outdoor activities such as scuba diving and other water sports. The centre of Elounda is within 3 km. The complex offers free private on-site parking and Internet access is available in all rooms.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most ROMANTIC apartments in Eloúnda. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Holiday Home.Great location. Set in Elounda, 700 metres from Elounda Beach and less than 1 km from Skisma Beach, Eleftheria Sea Side Traditional House offers a garden and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free WiFi. A tour desk can provide information on the area. The holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Kolokithia Beach is 2.9 km from the holiday home, while Lake Voulismeni is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 60 km from Eleftheria Sea Side Traditional House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This holiday home has a great location in Elounda!
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