Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas

After a long coaching transfer from the airport, we were really looking forward to relaxing week and had high expectations of this hotel. One of the first 5* luxury resorts in Greece, it certainly lived up to our expectations and did not disappoint in any way. Greeted by staff at the steps of the coach, luggage taken care of and we were gently ushered in to the cool reception area for a welcome glass of Prosecco and the news of a free upgrade to a deluxe SV spa room! Breakfast is a feast for the eyes and the stomach with a huge choice to suit even the fussiest person. Set in a tranquil area overlooking the pool and beautiful gardens, we looked forward to this every day. On arrival at the beach, we were greeted by a super efficient and friendly team who helped us choose our comfortable, padded sun loungers which are then numbered with your room and are yours for the duration of your stay (we loved this little detail)! A buzzer on the umbrella allowed you to order food and drinks from the fantastic beach team as you wish. Download the Elounda Beach app for all the information you require about the menus etc. Dinner in the restaurants is on the pricey side but to be expected in this class of hotel. We ate twice at the Kafenion and once at Argonaut (Italian) and food was great at both. A special mention must go to some of the incredible staff who made our stay even more special as they welcomed us like family. Georgia who we met on our first day is a huge asset to this hotel - always smiling and super efficient. Whether at the pool bar, the beach or at Veghera serving pre-dinner drinks she always had a smile on her face and we loved chatting with her. Also deserving of a mention are Anna and Marios at the beach who are both really friendly, always smiling and were more than happy to listen to me attempt some Greek! We also loved Apostolis (?) quirky humour at breakfast when he served us coffee and at the evenings at the Kafenion. Every member of staff we came into contact with made us feel so special and this is one of the reasons why we shall definitely be returning next September. Efharisto poli.

We have been coming to this hotel for several years for a one-week stay, and we plan in returning next year as well. It is in a spectacular location. We book the rooms that are directly on the sea and have their own private access. From the room we go down just a few steps and we are right by the water. The view is extraordinary. The staff is extremely attentive, friendly, helpful, and cheerful. Everything is spotlessly clean. There is a beautiful spa. The restaurants are very nice, and the bar makes excellent cocktails. The airport is only an hour away. I can’t wait to go back.

We love our trips to elounda beach ! There are noticeably more staff here this year with a mixture of new and the familiar faces that we love. Leah always makes us feel welcome and Emoira is such a friendly face every morning ! Our favourite spot is the beach. Quiet and relaxing with the most crystal clear water. The staff here are also great with the AMAZING Georgia and Irini looking after us so well and ensuring every need was met. Super friendly and always with a smile. As there was a large amount of new staff I do feel like some have been added without enough training. Although very nice, every order that was taken with the young girl with red hair was unfortunately incorrect. The drinks at the hotel are not cheap so this does not fill you with much confidence that your tab is being looked after properly. Overall however the beach bar serves great drinks and delicious food. The food in the Italian restaurant is amazing and is not to be missed! The truffle and sausage pasta was the highlight of my trip! We will be back.

What a great Location..! What a great property to stay..! Excellent and friendly staff, upscale services. A great choice of restaurants with excellent food choices. Award winning Dionysus Restaurant. The rooms in a upscale status , with great fac;initieswith great vies to the sea. I fully recommend for those they wish to have an unforgettable stay..! Veghera Bar…Unique Bar in the world…! Simply great.

We stayed here for a week in a suite with sharing pool in the spa building. Everything was perfect from the location the small bay to the food and service. It is a lovely 15 minute coastal walk to the village of Elounda and we dined there in the evenings on the edge of the sea. Wonderful place and people.