Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass

"We booked the hotel based on excellent reviews across a number of respected websites, even though the hotel looked a little tired from some of the photos. We had hoped excellent service would make up for it. Sadly there have been quite a few issues: - two bed suite was dark and dingy - the only view was from the kids suite was upstairs - pool filter broken so couldn’t clear sand from a recent sandstorm - main pool is not heated - power cut led to a noisy generator being erected next to our room - service at restaurant very slow. One night it took 1.5 hrs for drinks, a Greek salad, some cheese and kids pasta. We complained to manager who didn’t apologise - he just shrugged it off saying it was day 3. We asked twice through other staff, and all said they needed to speak with him, but he has not been in touch. - no inside option for dining at 12 degrees. Everyone dining in their coats. - limited menu options, especially for half board guests - basic issues in room not checked prior. We were the first guests this season eg WiFi, fridge not plugged in, coffee machine broken - very limited menu at beach club (only 2 items - one tortilla and Greek salad) We appreciate that there will always be teething issues in a hotel’s first week, but this isn’t a new hotel. It’s well established, markets itself ans a small luxury hotel of the world and very costly for the facilities and service."

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Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World

"We booked again for the Elounda Bay Palace, staying for 7 nights in June and looking forward to our 7th visit. We were given a lovely reception upon arrival as always, quick check in progress and were shown to our room. We had a side sea view which was different, but a good view towards the sea. Very clean and spacious with a very comfortable bed. Very close to the restaurant, which was convenient and access to the beach. Breakfast and dinner was excellent with a variety every night, and always hot and well prepared. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, and it makes our stay so much more enjoyable. We have always found the Elounda Bay Palace to be one of the best hotels in Elounda, and even though we have been to another in the early days of visiting Crete, we always came back to the Elounda Bay Palace, as we found everything as we wanted, such an nice atmosphere, relaxing place to unwind and forget about your stressful work life. We have booked to return in early June this year 2026 and it will be our 8th visit. We have booked for my birthday again, but this one isn’t important this, that was last year. We hoped to book one with a private pool, but not this time. Only just moved house, so that’s life. Looking forward to our 8th visit, and the Cretan sun and hospitality."

Aquila Elounda Village Resort, Suites & Spa

"Honestly it was nice! I like everything, clean, location is good too, employee so nice and helpful!! I recomment it specifically for adults !!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Elounda Infinity Exclusive Resort & Spa - Adults Only

"Extremely hospitable and helpful staff. The hotel equipment is completely new. The main restaurant has a very beautiful terrace overlooking the sea that offers a rich buffet, very good breakfast and dinner. Very beautiful view of the sea and the island of Spinalonga. Modern decoration, lots of storage space, very comfortable bedding. I highly recommend it !!!"

Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World

"Ao ficar no Elounda Beach Hotel e Villas várias vezes nos últimos anos - e deixando 5* comentários - é muito agradável dizer que esta última estadia não foi diferente. É, sem dúvida, uma experiência excepcional. Acomodação é excelente, os restaurantes e bares são um prazer, o arranjo, seus terrenos e as instalações mais amplas são incríveis, bem mantidos e perfeitos para uma visita relaxante e divertida. Mas a maioria DOS membros Da equipe é a qualidade do pessoal que faz desta forma um lugar especial Ao Longo do site. Desde a manutenção de casas até o pessoal do restaurante, a equipe de manutenção de terraços, a recepção e a gestão, todos eles são bons para estar em contato.Tudo com um sorriso! Eles são um Grande crédito para o resort. Embora seria difícil nomear todos aqueles que nos forneceram um serviço tão bom, devemos mencionar tanto Maria como Johanna na recepção que nos saudaram à nossa chegada e que organizaram reservas de restaurantes, reservas de táxis, e forneceu conselhos e ajudas gerais, sendo também mais importante mencionar a senhora Lia Prentza, a Gerente de Lealdade dos Hospitais, que não só fez as disposições iniciais e reservava para a nossa estadia através do regime de lealdade, mas manteve-nos em contacto enquanto estavamos lá. O regime de fidelidade oferece uma série de benefícios para os clientes, incluindo transferências aeroportuárias, tarifas especiais para serviços no local e uma garantia de reserva para uma determinada sala ou villa. A Lia conseguiu tudo isso em nosso nome com grande eficiência - e como todos os seus colegas com um sorriso lindo! Todos nós tivemos uma estadia maravilhosa e voltaremos em Setembro para a nossa próxima visita e sabemos que vamos ter uma viagem de 5*."

Elounda Mare Relais & Châteaux Hotel

"Visitado para o casamento de meus irmãos todos os amigos e família ficaram em Elunda Mare, o pessoal mais hospitaleiro e amável de qualquer altura de altura que eu já fiquei em! altura tem um pequeno-almoço incrível com MUAS opções óptimas para escolher! Tudo é bem mantido faz um trabalho de topo com limpeza e restauração de tudo, todos OS serviços de hóspedes são topo, eles não só te tratam como um hóspede, MAS eles fazem todos sentirem como família que você sente bem-vinda Nunca tivemos Sente-se que o Pessoal FOI encarregado PELA nossa presença Como EM outros resorts, iiona é o melhor gestor de relações de hóspedes que ajuda com a reserva de spa e visitas clínicas de bem-estar, juntamente com fazer todos OS outros serviços que precisavam acontecer rapidamente e eficientemente Todos de concierge, bar tender George, e muitos outros fizeram esta experiência uma memória que durará toda a minha vida, definitivamente vou ficar aqui novamente e recomendaria este resort especialmente a qualquer estranho particularmente completo, as localizações de banho solar e de piscina do mar são belas águas cristalinas claras as vibrações gregas tradicionais, grande paisagem bem mantida e perto de muitos grandes restaurantes gregos na cidade"

Elounda Breeze Resort

"There is no doubt this is a lovely hotel and good value for money , positives are the lovely friendly staff ,the views are absolutely stunning , drinks and cocktails are nice . We had a shared pool room which was nice but would go for the private pool next time . Breakfast and lunch offerings were good but I did feel that the evening meal was lacking in choice and a bit repetitive, other Slight negative points were the sunbeds were the moist uncomfortable we have ever experienced although the shared pool room sunbeds were very comfortable. The amphitheatre where most of the night time entertainment takes place is also very uncomfortable to sit for long periods of time and spoils the experience. Also the main bar is lacking in ambience and feels a bit souless at times maybe a bit of background music would change this. Although overall we had a lovely holiday and would probably return ."

Elounda Peninsula Luxury Resort, Six Senses Spa

"This resort is magnificent. From the time we were greeted by the Concierge and she showed us the facilities; to the time we left, we couldn’t want for anything. The service is bar none, the suites are beautiful, the beds are incredibly comfortable; and the staff is friendly and helpful. The food in the restaurants is very fresh and delicious! We were so happy with our stay and are looking forward to our next trip."

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort, Six Senses Spa

"Couldn't find many recent reviews on Porto Elounda so I thought I'd try and help out a little. It seems as though the hotel has increased listings with major UK tour operators for the 2025 season so the May half term has seen an increase in British guests. The setting is beautiful on Mirabello Bay and the restaurants all look out onto the shimmering expanse of blue. The hotel is positioned on a relatively steep hill but the resort has many golf buggies whizzing around if you're struggling with mobility. The rooms are spacious and the addition of private pools is a bonus for families. We stayed in the spa wing of the resort and the interiors are a little dated. They've tried to upweight the offering and modernise with ipads in the rooms which allow restaurant bookings. Bizarrely. they still have dvd players in the rooms. The maid service is very thorough and you get regular room tidying which is a big bonus. I would say that this resort caters for very young children nicely. For those with slightly older children like ours there is very little to do. There is no entertainment on offer within the resort and the focus is very much on dining. Elies beach bar is a lovely set up but sometimes the service let it down during lunch servings. The best part of the visit was the trips to the neighbouring restaurants on a boat journey. This was really spectacular at night and added a splash of luxury feel to it. My final sentiments are about cost. The bar prices are incredibly expensive which is prohibitive for some. €16 for an Aperol is unrealistic. If this is the pricing model then fine but at least add a Happy hour into it to stop the pool staff having to ask guests to purchase drinks. A lovely location but work to be done on becoming a true 5* resort."