Elounda Bay Palace, A Member Of The Leading Hotels Of The World, Elounda (Crete)
About the Hotel
Elounda Bay Palace is an award-winning luxury resort located on the northeastern coast of Crete, surrounded by lush gardens and the tranquil waters of Mirabello Bay. Known for its rich history and impeccable hospitality, the hotel combines elegant accommodations with a serene Mediterranean ambiance. Guests can indulge in a unique blend of relaxation and recreation, making it a prominent destination for discerning travelers.
Location
Conveniently located approximately 43.5 miles from Heraklion Airport, the resort offers easy access to nearby cultural sites and picturesque villages. The hotel is set within expansive grounds, providing a serene escape amid well-manicured gardens. Private transfers can be arranged for guests, enhancing their travel experience to and from the property.
Rooms
The hotel offers a diverse range of accommodations, including stylishly refurbished bungalows and luxurious suites with stunning views of the bay. Each room is thoughtfully designed to enhance the guest experience, featuring modern amenities such as marble-lined bathrooms, terraces, and private pools in select accommodations. Options accommodate various group sizes, from romantic getaways to family vacations.
Eat & Drink
Elounda Bay Palace features eight distinct dining venues, providing a tantalizing array of local and international cuisine. Notable offerings include a contemporary sushi bar led by a charismatic chef, an Italian seaside restaurant, and the renowned Aretoussa buffet restaurant, offering themed dinners alongside beautiful bay views. In-room dining is also available, ensuring personalized culinary experiences.
Leisure & Business
The hotel's Chenot Spa delivers comprehensive wellness programs that include massage, beauty treatments, and fitness facilities designed to rejuvenate and restore vitality. For business needs, the Elounda Executive Conference Centre can host events for up to 500 attendees, equipped with state-of-the-art technology to ensure seamless gatherings. Recreational activities include water sports, an outdoor pool, and a children's program, catering to guests of all ages.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Private beach
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Golf course
- Pool tables
- Table tennis
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Aerobics
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Stores/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Seasonal indoor pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
Bathroom
- Separate tub and shower
- Free toiletries
- Bathroom telephone
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers spacious, well-serviced rooms that are extremely comfortable, albeit not exactly as shown on Booking's website. The service provided by the staff is efficient, friendly, and skilled, despite the challenging conditions. The location is over a large area and provides free sunbeds, near a charming fishermen village and Agios Nikolaos. The dining experience has a wide choice of meals and the facilities are excellent overall.
Staying at The Ariadne was like returning to a second home with a warm welcome from the staff and a magical view across the sea. The rooms are in need of updating, but the overall experience of reconnecting with people and enjoying the wonderful location keeps us coming back every year.
Our stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. On the positive side, the rooms, though initially not serviced until we called reception, were eventually made nice and tidy. We did encounter a terrible fly infestation, but the management promptly treated it with bug spray and even left some for us in the room to use. The service staff, though some were delightful and genuinely friendly, others seemed inefficient and poor at maths. The location, near a charming fishermen village and right next to Agios Nikolaos, was stunning and offered excellent amenities, but it felt like it has lost some of its past glories. The dining experience, especially at the Aretoussa restaurant, was a highlight of our stay, with the dining staff going out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Overall, the hotel has a lot to offer, but there are areas that could be improved for a better experience.
Returning to this hotel feels like coming back to a second home thanks to the warm atmosphere, the welcoming staff, and the stunning location by the sea. While the 70's style decor might need an update, the real magic lies in reconnecting with people under the balmy sky and enjoying the serene waters and dining options along the coast. The distant room location, far from my family, was not ideal for a family vacation.
