Spa-Hotels in Agios Nikolaos

Just back from a few days here, it was a great trip, before we arrived I reached out to the hotel as had a few questions, Matthew kindly answered them and was very helpful. Upon arrival we were shown to our suite, the hotel had gone above and beyond with providing champagne, chocolate cake and towel swans with fresh flowers laid out for us. The suite was stunning with our own private pool which was...

First time visiting Crete and had a wonderful experience not least because of our fantastic stay at the Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort. Starting with the amazing customer care given by everyone right from the reception welcome to housekeeping and the restaurant staff. You truly feel they all aim to create the best guest experience and prioritise taking care of their guests. A special shout out needs to...

Overall a good stay. The only issues I had is that my room was next to the cleaning persons room. So it was very loud in the morning and the doors in the hallways slam shut so that woke me up several times throughout the morning. This is a kid friendly resort so there are a LOT of kids so just be mindful when booking. The beach was dirty more than likely due to the kids. The staff are all very friendly...

I stayed in this hotel for one week with my family and we had a truly enjoyable experience. The Waterpark is fantastic for children, offering lots of fun and activities. The beach is very comfortable and well equipped, perfect for relaxing. Our room was soundproof and had all the amenities we needed to feel at home. The food was excellent, with a good variety and high quality. There is no mini club...

Exceptional stay. The property was amazing with lots to places to chill and relax. The food was absolutely amazing With lots of variety in the buffet including for kids and toddlers. Perfect for a family trip. They had thought of everyway to make our stay comfortable and even gave us an upgrade to all inclusive. Highly recommend and a must visit

The rooms were spacious and clean ! The cleaning ladies and the staff were really helpful and smily. We were amazed by the sea view.

Cannot complain about the location, really beautiful place. Staff were mostly fantastic. Room was tired and needs updating. No water left in room, all bars closed upon arrival and therefore nothing to eat or drink upon arrival. Food was fine. Not a good selection at all, very small offering. I survived on greek salad and grilled fish. Baklava excellent! Lots of weird rules around the All Inc. Several...

We have just spent a week at Miramare , absolutely loved it , the staff were great always happy to help and chat , every where was spotless and the food was lovely always a good selection , just a short walk to a gorgeous sandy beach , 15 minutes into Agios Nicolas , it is very steep in places around the hotel is if you have Mobility issues but there were buggies we saw taking people around , a shout...

The hotel itself is good. The food and service are good. The massage, on the other hand, was very disappointing. Instead of a deep-tissue sports massage, we were only lightly stroked, despite repeated requests to apply more pressure. The reason given was that the masseuse was pregnant, which unfortunately is not my problem a deep tissue massage being some lightly strokes. They could‘ve told us in the...

Bed and breakfast only. Fantastic seaview room - we were upgraded free and I'm glad as our room was really spacious. Exceptionally clean everywhere. Pool areas lovely and we always found a bed. Gym - some equipment older but new stuff was being delivered whilst we were there. Breakfast was very good, lots of choice. As others have said lots of steps and hilly which was fine for us but not sure...

Great views and beautiful outdoor areas. The standard of the rooms varies significantly and it is random what kind of room you will get. The room was clean but worn and the view was limited. Pool areas are clean and beautiful. Food is ok but made for a large crowd. Snacks in the pool areas are poor: only donats, small pies and some times watermelon. All inclusive is not worth of the price.

Mixed Experience – Stunning Views but Lacking in Key Areas The hotel offers incredible views and plenty of clean, spacious pools, which were highlights of our stay. Staff were friendly, our room was large with a great balcony, and housekeeping was consistent. The caddy service was useful when available. However, several aspects fell short. The food lacked variety, especially for vegetarians – mostly...

Daios cove, or as I may say a cove of dreams. My family and I stayed here during the end of July to early August and this resort is absolutely exceptional. The views of the cove are absolutely phenomenal and the sea is pristine and clear. Without a doubt, this is one of the best hotels I have stayed in, in Greece. Let’s start of with the room, we stayed in one of the villas in the resort, situated...

The ultimate hospitality experience ! Facilities, food, accommodation was exceptional ! Thanks to F&B manager Antonis and F&B assistant George our stay was simply perfect. Thank you all guys for the unforgettable memories!

This was our first time at Hotel Dayos, and our experience was very positive. The hotel has a private beach that is simply spectacular. Although the beach area isn’t very large, we always managed to find loungers available. The main pool area was crowded and it was hard to find loungers, but fortunately, we had a private pool in our room, which made a big difference. Service was a bit mixed: many...

Daios Cove is truly magical. It features a stunning private bay, a dreamy infinity pool, and food that is genuinely worth talking about—every meal was a delight. The atmosphere is relaxed yet feels special, and the views from the room are the kind that make you stop and stare. Mornings began with coffee on the balcony, and evenings concluded with a swim as the sun set. What really stood out was the...

It was our third visit to Daios Cove and I wonder each time if can be as good as the last, especially since there was a joy of discovering this superb hotel in the first place. But once again bowled over by the quality throughout. The food, the service, the drinks, location, the attention to detail - it’s all there and held together by an overall warmth of the welcome. You can tell each team member...

I stayed here few nights for a family retreat and it was amazing. I would like to point out the staff service that was exceptional!!! Special kudos to George, who stands out from all of them. Very kind and always smiley! Highly recommended!

First the staff they were amazing friendly and very helpful, especial thanks to Marina, Mariana and Sofia and all reception staff

The hotel is very suitable for couples, clean and quiet. The only drawbacks are 2: 1. The rooms are old. 2. The hotel charges a fee for using the sauna.

Room for improvement Beautiful hotel, especially the main pool, the beach with the different plateaus for sun bathing and the walking path along the cliff. I loved our room and our shared pool, however our room was left to the reception area and the pool bar- some nights music was extremely loud and guest were extremely loud (if I wanted party vacation I would go to Mallorca/Ibiza) A door that keeps...

We’ve spent our honeymoon in Minos. We had junior suite with private pool, waking up every morning to a sunrise😍 hotel has impressive views from basically anywhere you stand. Few highlights- Yoga classes at sunset, breakfast with sea view, plenty semi-private spaces with deckchairs overlooking the sea, herb gardens, amazing sunrises and sunsets. Only good things to say, thank you, especially for our...

Minos palace is a little paradise. It is my second time here and I will definitely come back. The views from the hotel are stunning. The renovated rooms are fabulous (be sure to book a renovated one, because the old ones are not nice. I was told that they will renovate all rooms in the future). I love the little beach. The size of the hotel is perfect, not so many people and you feel that you have...

Amazing hotel if you want to feel in paradise! We stayed at one of the infinity blue rooms.. and the views were perfect! The staff at the hotel was very kind and I want to mention especially Marina from the guest relations team, as she helped to organise a wedding proposal in the best spot of the hotel with views to the Mirabello bay! She also helped getting a photographer to record thus memorable...

First off it's not 5stars it's a 4 star hotel go with this in mind and you'll be fine. Food in the Italian restaurant was great. Food in the buffet restaurant was excellent even for a fussy eater always some thing to eat. 12 euro taxi each way to the town or the bus 10 past the hour outside the hotel 2 euros each way. Hotel perfect where it is no noise at night. Don't plan to stay by the pool as you...

Amazing hotel. Has its own beach, spa and multiple pools. Room was really big with an amazing view. People are super friendly, very good service. Buffet was really yummy and many options. Overall really good, definitely recommend. Would absolutely come back

All went very smooth from the beginning to the last minute. Very good variety of food and drinks. Staff very friendly. Sea view family room with amazing views. There are no queues for the drinks and food even hotel is fully booked. Amazing location with amazing and hard working peoples. All the best and see you next time!!!

Visited last month with my 5 year old. Lovely experience. Very friendly and attentive staff. We had breathtaking room with a private pool (both were cleaned every morning). The cleanliness of this hotel was of a high standard. The food was OK, many varieties included. The overlooking view of the sea/sunset is beautiful. The hotel itself is quite isolated, so you would need some sort to transport...

Visited the Blue Marine with friends in early June. The hotel is spotlessly clean, the bedrooms spacious with more than enough room for 3 adults. The food in the international Buffett was second to none - a wide range of choices with a differing theme daily - the food was replenished often and not sat for lengthy periods of time. The pool area is fantastic, plenty of sun beds and the hotel draws...

Overall a nice hotel however - No battery in the remote for the fan in our room, which randomly turned its self on at 2am meaning we had to go to reception to get a battery/spare remote We ate lunch in the grill which we booked via the hotel app, this was very disappointing, not only was my partners chicken pink inside, but the waitress started to clear all the salad and extras away when we hadn...

Beautiful and unique hotel. Quiet atmosphere with the feeling of mindfulness. Lovely and attentive staff with a special touch. Very good service in every way. Good location with a short walk to the town which has nice restaurants. Our dream vacation.

My therapist was amalia and she was 1st class!. The difference from entering the spa to departing was a feeling of great relief. The entire experience was amazing

Simply beautiful. Just don’t want to leave just stay a place where all today’s troubles seem a million miles away . What do am I loving about this property… It’s simple elegance clean crisp yet set more like a traditional village than a hotel. The space beautiful grounds established shrubs so well kept. The sea crystal clear fresh so much space when you look out you feel you are on a private island...

We had lovely time we love the architecture the design of the room 25.we just would like to mention that there is no space to hang out clothes.and a more comfortable chair will be nice.overall the staff is perfect,smiling all the time giving their best.the art pieces are also interesting.

We’ve just got back from a family holiday here. I took my parents, my wife and our 8 month old son and the hotel is simply amazing. The grounds are superb and so picturesque! To walk around, it’s one of the best I’ve seen. We had a few issues with our rooms at check but Maria sorted this within minutes and did it all with a smile and made us feel at home straight away. We would absolutely come back...

We are luxury world travelers with top hotel status in Marriott and other luxury hotel chains. This hotel stands above the rest. From the friendly service. Atmosphere, rooms, delicious food etc. This resort has it all . Can simply stay inside the resort as a quiet waterfront destination or there is a wonderful town a short walk away.

This resort is absolutely magical! The views! The pools! The stellar service! We stayed in the Grand Animos Villa and it was absolutely perfect. The pool is massive and the privacy and unobstructed views meant that we rarely left the backyard. Plus, we had a private cove that offered direct access into the ocean. Fish were everywhere! The team was so helpful in planning catamaran trips as well as local...

Perfect stay at this hotel! Beautiful two bedroom villa with pool. Exceptional staff and cleaning team. Maria on the restaurant team was wonderful. Relaxed and serene ambiance throughout. We especially enjoyed the sheltered cove for swimming and snorkelling. Children spent all of their time in the sea, rather than the pools as felt so safe in the sea. Loved the jetty bar for an after dinner drink....

This is a fabulous hotel in a stunning location. We are a family of 4 with grown up kids (aged 20 & 16) so took a bit of time selecting a hotel that would suit us all and this hotel did not disappoint. We booked one of the villas with a private pool overlooking the sea which was absolutely stunning. The hotel is immaculate, the beach and swimming areas never crowded and the food consistently of a...

Great location, great service, great food. We were in this hotel to visit the Eastern part of Crete and it was fabulous. The arrival with personal greeting, a tour of the property and other nice small attentions. The swimming pools are also great, with one for sportive people different from the one for sun bathing people and some rooms with personal small pools. The half pension was great with good...

An extremely pleasant stay - great rooms, good food, very good service, lovely pools. Recent expansion has been very well done, and there was no sense that the hotel was "stretched" at all. I wanted to write because this is a repeat visit for us, and the management have obviously responded to some of the comments that have been made here and also on the hotel's own feedback. It is worth leaving a...

We had a wonderful stay earlier this month at this beautiful hotel. On arrival, we were delighted to find our suite was larger than expected, with a lovely view out to sea and great amenities. The layout of this hotel, with the infinity pool overlooking the private beach and sunbathing areas make it really special, and very easy to make the most of all options! The sunbeds are really comfortable and...

The hotel has a lovely bar with great service. From the minute I arrived they really took care of me - bar lady bringing me a drink upstairs as she noticed I was hot and bothered. Nice touch! Receptionist lent me a charger for my phone overnight. Other bar lady got me towel for the beach. Chamber maid got me more milk. Nothing was too much trouble at all. Highly recommend. Staff are an asset to the...

Casa Porto is a must. Having been travelling to Agios for over 30 years it was the perfect place to stay as a couple. We had a room with a balcony and sea view which was ideal to wake up to and also to have a coffee in the evening with the sunset before heading out into town. Location is ideal as you are within walking distance to all beaches, shops and restaurants. We opted to have breakfast included...

We stayed in this Hotel for two weeks, from the moment we arrived the staff could not be more helpful and kind. For me they make this Hotel what it is....a real gem! The hotel is stylish, clean, comfortable, the breakfast is amazing and real value for money. You couldn't get a better location, and the views are amazing. Give this place a try you won't be disappointed. Thank you for making our holiday...

Excellent hotel. Breakfasts are good. The views are super. The only thing is that there is no parking. But there is a free one nearby on the mountain or near the port.

Wonderful hotel Excellent service and well maintained hotel. Spacious room with all amenities needed. We can totally recommend staying here.

Great little boutique hotel in a prime location. Everything on your doorstep, shops, restaurants and beaches. Smooth and easy welcoming check-in. Wonderful top floor room with stunning views. All staff very friendly and helpful, couldn't fault anything. Would recommend

Hotel ok but nothing more. Convenient location for going out at night, but difficult to park next door. Breakfast with industrial foods, it's a shame. Shower room very small.

Nice small and clean hotel. Don't expect too much for that price. Its 10 steps to the beach and restaurants. They have an elevator to the floors but in entrance you have to take like 10 stairs without help. We are happy here. Would recommend for that price. Friendly stuff.

Pleasant, quiet and inexpensive hotel. Good restaurant, cafe and beach within 2 mins walk. Be aware that there are several steps up to the main entrance from the pavement.

Comfortable, spacious, quiet, pretty garden, nice landscape, everything clean, delicious and varied food, very friendly and helpful staff, good Wifi, wide choice of TV channels. The (artificial) sand beach is quite small, but was enough for the number of guests at the time. Terraces with comfortable sun loungers next to the beach. Wide choice of rooms types. I had a bungalow with sea view. Comfortable...

To be honest, this hotel has a room for improvement. I will rate it 4 with a half stars. But our stay was a good one: good variety of food, including fish for dinners within half board stay, cava for a breakfast. Always clean everywhere, possibly to use tennis wand equipment for free of charge, parking. Hotel doesn’t provide water within the stay (only one welcome bottle), so you need to pay for drinks...

I had a wonderful stay at Tui Blue Elounda Village Resort & Spa by AQUILA. The rooms were clean and spacious, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The beach access and pool area were fantastic, making it a perfect spot for relaxation. Highly recommend for a peaceful getaway!

Absolutely fantastic stay! The staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort, and the rooms were immaculate with stunning views. The amenities were top-notch, especially the pool and spa. Every detail, from the delicious breakfast to the personalized service, made our experience unforgettable. We can’t wait to return—highly recommend!

If you want a holiday that is completely relaxing then this is the spot for you. This all inclusive adult only resort has an amazing team who work tirelessly to make sure your stay is amazing. The Tui reps work with such enthusiasm to ensure you have a wonderful break. For those of you wanting to take part in activities there is a wide range from darts, quizzes to exercise classes. The gardening team...

Booked last minute ,full board weeks' stay.Statement not criticism,there are steps n slopes everywhere some very steep to pools n beach. Can only highly recommend location accommodation,food n service. Only slight criticisms there are quite a few add-ons ,paying for water with evening meals ,90 Euros for late check out for four hours or 30 minute slot for three adults for a complimentary shower...

I had a wonderful stay at Elounda Gulf Villas. The service was excellent – especially at the reception (thank you, Despina!), in the restaurant, and by George at the beach, who made our experience extra special. The breakfast was very good, and I especially loved the idea of making fresh orange juice myself – such a refreshing touch! Cleanliness and attention to detail were also outstanding. The...

The views are amazing just like on the website. The resort amenities are great. The main pool area is spacious and next to the restaurant so you can eat and swim. The resort had a separate beach which is a 10 min ride. The resort has transfer service all day to its beach. The staff at the beach is great and always responsive. A thank you to the front desk staff who made our stay all the more enjoyable

Rooms looked great in the photos but in real life they are a bit dated. We got "upgraded" to a villa that didn't have any views or charm. In general - suites and the villas are wildly overpriced 30-50% off they would be at a fair value.

This very special villa/suite hotel is like a corner of paradise. We had a villa with its own infinity pool, it was luxurious and very private. The facilities are great, with a main pool and comfortable sun beds. Everything is provided for the comfort of guests. The views are spectacular and the grounds well kept and attractive. Don’t worry about the hill, golf buggies are on hand to run you around...

Everything was perfect! We had a wonderful stay at Elounda Gulf Villas. The suite was luxurious, clean, and beautifully maintained. A special mention to the guys at the bar — their service was exceptional and truly made our experience unforgettable. Thank you for the amazing hospitality!

The good Staff were all super friendly, breakfast was great with good variety and I always appreciate a breakfast with smoked/cured salmon and option to order a double espresso to start the morning. I felt that all the public areas felt fresh and it looked very sleek. Helpful with the luggages being golf cart driven at check in and check out, although needed for the hillside villa layout. The poor...

Incredible experience! This was an amazing property and the service, along with the amenities were great from start to finish! My husband and I went to Elounda on the third leg of our island hopping honeymoon and we most definitely saved the best for last! We were warmly greeted with drinks and snacks upon arrival as well as a bottle of champagne in our room (as well as the traditional honey and nuts...

A superb hotel, from the Elounda collection of Maré, Porto and Peninsula. Manolis, the manager and his super friendly team always make us feel great, on arrival and while we stay. The beach area, the restaurants, the attention to all details, are all first class! A unique experience, from first to last minute.

Fabulous hotel, service first class, staff very accommodating, all in all hard to fault. Giorgios, Panos, Natalie, stavlous excellent, tbf staff that went above and beyond too many to name. Will return again for sure.

Stayed in the Presidential 1 bedroom villa for 3 nights ! Amazing time .. we took a helicopter from Mykonos so we were able to land right at the resorts helipad . They left us a bunch of wine , fruits , cakes and food in our villa waiting for us ! The hidden gem of this suite was the walkway down to a private jetty right on the sea ! Amazing little spot ! We also took out the resorts yacht for a day...

We were most disappointed in our first three days' stay. 1. They had a large wedding the day we checked in, the music -was very loud and lasted until 12:10 am the party lasted until well after 1: 30 am. Our ~$1,000 plus a night presidential suite, room #3050 was close to the wedding so no sleep. I called and they said the music was to stop at midnight, the party yelling/screaming lasted past 1:...

It is definitely one of the most beautiful hotel in the entire world. The view is just amazing and the hotel is superb. The spa is great and you have and exceptional view of the sea from the restaurant . There is also a huge golf course and a lot of activities like jet ski and boat trip. All the staff are extremely kind and respond to any request immediately. I highly recommend and I hope to be back...

Excellent service, excellent accommodation,excellent food. Wonderfull views, spacious room large pool and private beach with all the water sports required. Full English breakfast, continental, fruits and cheese and meats, not forgetting pastries. Evening buffet even better, changed everyday with multiple choices plus multiple exceptional a la carte restaurants Italian il Borro, Japanese Sumosan, and...

Absolutely the most wonderful property- beautiful beach, well-maintained and beautifully renovated rooms, excellent food and excellent, personal service. I’ve returned multiple times and will keep going back.

The Porto Elounda is part of the Elounda Collection, which consists of three hotels (the others are Elounda Mare and Elounda Peninsula) and the hotels share some facilities as well as the restaurants. We stayed here with two little kids (2.5 years old) in a Junior Suite with half board. The Good: - The private beach has crystal-clear water and because of the location being in a bay, despite wind...

While we normally book boutique style hotels, we were pleasantly surprised with this resort. It did take more than a day to figure out where our room was. Our room was a nice size, with a private pool on our balcony, which overlooked the golf course and beautiful Mirabella Bay. It was lovely. Services were excellent, from housekeeping, front desk, dining room and room service. We had complimentary...

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...

5 star hote! Private beach with 5 min walking (transfer can be arranged) Helpful staff Many sport and spa activities (highly priced) Car is necessary due to its distance from closest towns (15min to Agios and 5 to Elounda) Walking to Elounda about 30min Good restaurant and bar but very expensive.

Honest Review of the hotel. Got back from 9 days at this hotel a week ago, we booked a private double room with pool and were given room 3056 which was a perfect location and close to everything, pool was cold but once in the body adjusted and we got sun pretty much till 3pm, weather was lovely hot days and not cold at night apart from the last day as it was windy and some rain. Buffet food was...

Lovely hotel. Very good value for money. Only two main drawbacks for our family: pools were extremely cold. We are not fussy about cold water but they were even too cold for us. Maybe it is better earlier in the season when it is hotter. Made the upgrade to a private shared pool a waste of money. My husband and daughter attempted it once but it was far too cold. We found the food very plentiful and...

Spent a week here coming back last weekend. Had a lovely time, hotel good. I think some people do leave very harsh reviews but some points are very true. Went to reception four times about our very cool shower, think someone did come to look but it never got better so had to put up with it. The entertainment wasn't bad at all really, somewhere to go after dinner but oh my goodness sitting in a...

We have just returned after a week holiday from this resort. We are a family of one adult and 3 children age 12, 13 & 16. We paid for an upgrade to a private pool, this was perfect for us as my children did not want to use any of the kids clubs and meant I could sunbathe whilst they enjoyed the pool. This for us was well worth the upgrade price and I wouldn’t stay here again without having a private...

I chose this hotel based on the facilities and price, as this was the first time taking my 8yr old away on my own, I wanted somewhere he would enjoy that also fitted my single parent budget. Yes we have stayed at much better hotels but also paid triple the price so my expectations were not high. We arrived at 2am after a very long transfer, our room was very basic with only 1 window which we were...

Wonderful family holiday. The resort is clean the staff are very friendly and helpful. The highlights for me are the incredible beach and bar (Thank you to the amazing Christina) and the top cocktail bar with stunning views to Elounda and Spinalonga). We will definitely return......

29 years ago we honeymooned here. Time passed and we finally found our way back. It has only become better one better. Our room had a private pool with stunning views. The food was outrageous. And the service, from welcome, to servers to cleaning staff were courteous, helpful and friendly. Truly an amazing experience at every step and at every moment. And the facilities and grounds are impeccable...

I can not say enough good things about this hotel. The hospitality was amazing! The staff was exceptional. Joanna was lovely, fun and friendly… she gave us the best advice on what to do. Don’t skip the spa!!!!! Thank you Elounda Mare!

My wife and I stayed here as part of our 25 anniversary and we enjoyed every minute of our stay. It starts at check in, where the staff went above and beyond, they welcomed us with a glass of champagne and then we were escorted to our room by IoAnna, who is an absolute delight. She accommodated any requests with a genuine caring attitude. Hotel has several restaurant options if you don’t want...

This is one of the very first 5-star hotels built in the area, and the clear foresight of its creator must be acknowledged. It is beautifully blended into nature, and its buildings are spread over a huge surface in such a way that – unlike other facilities – they are by no means disturbing. The location, while not offering the very best view of Mirabello Bay and Spinalonga Island – which lies further...

Absolutely beautiful, stunning views of the bay, amazing facilities, and so many great dining options here and at the sister resorts nearby. Quick buggy ride or boat between them. Our honeymoon here was the stuff of dreams; an upgrade to a lovely and luxurious bungalow, the most hospitable and welcoming staff, and so many activities on offer. The jet skis and paddle boarding was loads of fun, and...

We stayed as a family in August and the stay was the highlight of the holiday for all the family. From the furniture of the living rooms, to the gardens and small beach everything is perfect. We had 2 sea facing rooms the view is breathtaking both at sunrise and sunset. The staff is kind and go out of their way to be helpful and do so always with a smile on their face. We also took a boat trip to Spinalonga...

As outlined in other reviews there are undoubtedly areas of the hotel which could be improved to make it perfect but our overall experience was very good. The location is idyllic. Also all the staff in every area of the hotel and in particular Nikos who arranged a room change for us and Kostas in the restaurant made a difference with their friendly helpful customer orientated service. Thank you.

Review of Elounda Bay Hotel, Crete Nestled in an idyllic setting, Elounda Bay Hotel boasts stunning, calm beaches perfect for swimming and a selection of inviting pools. The natural beauty of the location is undoubtedly a highlight, offering guests a serene backdrop for relaxation. However, while the hotel markets itself as a 5-star establishment, several aspects fall short of the expected standard...

We have just returned from our holiday at Elounda Bay Hotel, we had a lovely De luxe Sea View room, with fantastic views. This is our third time at this Hotel, I have to say that last year the food was not that great, but this year with a new chef the food was so much better, and there was a good choice of food as well. I don’t eat Pork or red meat, so last year this was a problem for me, so we had...

We just wrapped up an important business meeting and event at the Elounda Bay Palace resort in Crete, and it was a huge success! The team was amazing! Super responsive and professional. From planning to execution, everything was seamless. The staff was dedicated to delivering exceptional service and really knew what they were doing. Our guests loved the resort's stunning setting and the warm hospitality...

First hotel we have revisited in 44 years of marriage! And it didn’t disappoint. Friendly welcome from the reception team on arrival. Great selection of food in the restaurant - it was a case of what don’t you have as there were so many things I wanted!. Peaceful location and stunning beach.

Fabulous stay! The service is impeccable and flawless. Arrived at 1am and greeted by both a receptionist and a porter to take bags to our room. The location is superb. Elounda is only a 15 minute walk away with plenty of drinking and eating options right on the water. The hotel has two glorious private sandy beaches plus two pools. Don't forget to visit Spinalonga too. We've stayed in many hotels on...

View from the room is so beautiful. Rooms are clean with everythinh what You need. People who work here are helpful and always happy. Big cheers for bartenders from main bar Chris and Ilyas - they read in your mind :D One little thing to change IMO is tv in room. Small and Without netflix. But - who thinks about tv on holidays and with this view from the room 🥰

Had a lovely holiday here, there was a small error on arrival where they didn't seem to have the correct details of our party arriving and had mixed my husbands name up with a completely different family altogether. This somehow lead to us being checked into the wrong room and being told we had to move after unpacking and settling in however this was rectified relatively quickly albeit beginning to...

This year marks the 3rd time we came to Elounda residence. Year after year the wonderful people at the hotel make you feel like you're coming home. We got one of the new rooms and it was really nice, it was close to the restaurant/pool and had a beautiful view of the sea. Getting to the restaurant is just a short walk what makes for a pleasant morning stretch. The all-in formula offers a big variety...

We have got amazing new apartments with sea view. We're there with my family and the main point was to rest. Definitely enjoy my time there. We have got the all inclusive I must say the was limited however the food was really good. The animation wasn't the greatest but still fine. Overall I would recommend this hotel to families and couples definitely not a hotel for single people which looking for...

My family and I (17 of us) stayed here from 16th -23rd august and we had the most amazing holiday. We were initially quite nervous to stay after reading some of the reviews, but we had a wonderful stay. All the staff, particular the hotel mangers, reception and bar staff were all so polite and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Especially Paul and nick who were a pleasure to meet...

This Resort is incredible! me and my family visited during August and were really impressed with are accommodation. First of all the staff are extremely friendly my step sister lost her retainer that was in a napkin and they managed to find them instantly! We originally were in a different room which we didn’t order but after 2 nights the staff got it sorted and we got moved to what we payed for. The...

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I must say, if you're very confused whether to book this holiday due to the reviews .. I hope my review clears everything for you and the reasons why I given it 5 Stars .. so feel free to read this if it helps in anyway THE BEACH About 150 or so steps away, down hill from the hotel (and of course back up hill on the way back) is a very narrow but beautiful sandy beach. Its absolutely stunning. We...

Hotel is lovely clean and fresh! Views were amazing! Swimming pools were very small! But the food was the same buffet day after day! Not nice!

Stayed there last week of September. Very late check in (1:30AM). Best customer service ever. They knew we were coming late so they kept us a warm meal! Staff was very friendly, never had an issue. Hotel and rooms were always lovely and clean. And the sea view is to kill for!

What a fabulous 10 night stay we’ve had - from arrival (arriving late, and being offered a hot meal), to departure. The rooms were very comfortable, spacious and clean (we upgraded to a sea view, which was well worth the money). The hotel staff were all very friendly and helpful. Food was plentiful with a good choice each day; again the staff were very friendly, and the restaurant kept spotless. We...

Fantastic views from the hotels restaurant and many terraces.

From the moment we arrived we felt the 'WOW' factor. The welcome drink with that incredible view was wonderful. We were then swiftly taken to our villa by golf buggy and met with two wonderful ladies who showed us around. We stayed in a 2 Bedroom Luxury Residence and I think I can safely say, with working in travel for 20+ years, this was the best 'room' I've ever stayed in. Everything about it oozed...

A unforgettable experience. Thanks everyone for taking care of us. Me and John will make sure to return. Seamless check in from the front office team, impeccable service in the restaurants and an amazing location to be staying.

This was our second visit to the hotel since 2009 when it first opened. We were the first two guests on our honeymoon and stayed in one of the Owner's Villas, with private pool and tennis court. The Domes of Elounda hotel is a suite-only basis so the tranquillity and privacy are perfect for our nostalgic holiday. From the warm greeting at check in with refreshing herbal drink to being whisked away...

After a memorable stay in Khersonisos last year, we sought a change of pace and discovered the enchanting haven that is the Domes of Elounda. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with genuine warmth and hospitality Cretan spirit. The staff, with their attentive care and friendly demeanor, made us feel truly welcomed, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. The location of the Domes...

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this exquisite hotel, and I must say, it was an absolute delight from start to finish. The service, luxurious amenities, and views made for an unforgettable experience. I was particularly impressed by the exceptional staff, including Nikoleta from Tholos, Eleni from F&B, Buterfly from housekeeping, Dimitris and Haris from concierge, and Jenny from Haute Living...

We booked for 7 nights in this hotel in Agios Nikolaos. The location is perfect by the sea coast, there is lovely blue flag beach right next to the hotel. Breakfast is nice with high variety of food, service excellent and the hotel staff- always kind and helpful. We have double sea view room on the 7-th floor, over the pull and the bar, but it turns out that it can be quite noise at night. If you want...

The hotel is in a good location in Agios Nikolaos. Shopping, restaurants and cafes are all around the corner. A bit tough to get here with a car though, neither Google maps and Waze couldn’t give a good route to the hotel street. We arrived with a different route every day. Parking is also a bit problematic if you arrive after 5 pm. Hotel itself - breakfast was nice with good bacon, eggs and some different...

Located in the heart of Agios Nikolaos town, just next to the beach. Clean place, unbelievable breakfast, gentle personnel. They have made an extreme make over renovation. There is little place to park.

Review wrote by Andrea & Gary from Manchester. Stayed September 20th to 1st October. Massive congratulations to the hotel manager Antonis and all the team for creating a hotel with a fabulous atmosphere, You come as a stranger and leave as a friend. Special mention to Koula and Artela for providing us with pool side snacks, drinks and laughs, you are great ladies and i wish you well. To Eleni and all...

Fantastic stay, had planned for over a year to take our two children for a great holiday before exams and university etc so wanted everything to be right. Not disappointed, the Hotel was spacious and Staff were very friendly. Food was out of this world and a great location over looking the Sea and 5 mins walk into Agios Nikolaos. Great Gym and also tried out the Spa. Would definitely recommend and...

The staff as always make this hotel. Thank you to them for the many years of faithful service to the guests and many management operators/owners. The time has come for a complete renovation which is badly needed - but only in the rooms in my opinion. The public areas (reception, bar, pool, restaurant) are superior to a number of hotels passing themselves off as 5* Hotels, and of course the staff are...

Well located not far from the marina and the city center, this hotel seems to be surviving. The rooms are clean and the bedding is comfortable. In the bathroom, a tiny bathtub doubles as a shower. Using the shower inevitably floods the area around the bathtub. The plumber clearly has shares in a silicone factory, given the quantity used in this small room. To secure your valuables in the room, you...

The hotel is in a perfect location, within walking distance to the city of Agios Nikolaos and a number of beaches. It is situated in a quiet location but also very central. There is a municipal parking 1 min from the hotel with reasonable prices. I really enjoyed the buffet breakfast with very big variety and good quality of products.

Our room wasn't ready (for two people they had given us a room with 5 beds!). They gave us another room number 311. A real scandal, impossible to take a shower, the shower head is in the bathtub and the bathtub is very small. I am 1.53m tall and weigh 65kg, impossible to turn around without flooding everything. Also hello hygiene!!!! The pool closes at 5pm and the water is 19 degrees. Not at all

excellent service, professional attitude, especially S. Xarouli was the best co ordinator in order to satisfy all our needs! all the guests were extremely satisfied! a place to visit in the centre of Agios Nikolaos! do not miss it! many thanks for everything, especially for your smile and for your positive attitude! S. Xarouli i am looking forword to work with you soon!!! all the best for the upcoming...

Comfortable and clean rooms, friendly staff and great location. My friend and I stayed for a week, and enjoyed our stay. The only thing we missed was better choices of non-diary/gluten-free breakfast breakfast and better coffee. My friend is allergic and I need good coffee to awaken my soul in the morning. Or else great stay!

Stayed for a week and I enjoyed location and atmosphere a lot. This is a family run hotel, so it definitely feels different. Staff is very helpful and polite, I can definitely recommend. Town center, seafront walk and the beach is at your doorstep !

A very nice hotel situated overlooking the bay in agios Nikolaos. Rooms are light and airy with rooms cleaned on a daily basis with fresh towels. The staff are amazing and so friendly and the breakfast has a huge choice from fresh meat and cheese to yoghurt cereal and sausages and bacon. To there's also fresh bread and rolls to choose from and a vast array of dried fruit and even cakes and doughnuts...

Cute hotel with great views in the breakfast area, and nice staff. Also, the view of the hill at the semi-private pools is beautiful. The cleaning was done thoroughly daily in our room. As a nice bonus, there is a cute cat that comes to join at breakfast time every other day.

Great location and the view is awesome. Has a lot more potential to be honest. Rooms were very good although some details prove that they could be a lot cleaner and i cannot accept that in the price given the TV is not smart. Personally i hate when showers don’t have a door and the whole bathroom becomes soaking wet. Bathroom in particular needs more attention regarding a customers hygiene. Essence...

We came for 2 nights in couple. It is a nice place, reserved for adults. Swimming pool is confortable and very quite, with some wind and a very beautiful view on the see! Lots of olive trees around the place. The restaurant is good! Breakfast is very nice too.

We stayed here for 5 nights. Hotel was very clean, bright and welcoming. We arrived late and Iwavva (Joanne) welcomed us like family. We loved our room a unit on the top floor with access to a shared pool. The views are amazing. The breakfast was plentiful with many selections. We had dinner there 2 nights and we’re not disappointed, amazing flavours. The staff in the restaurant and bar were great...

We had a great time here in off-season, my rating is based on the price and value you get. We had only Breakfast (Agios Nicolais has a tons of choices for lunch and dinner) that offered all we expected e.g. fresh fruit, eggs, omelette - the only drawback was the coffee and juices are not fresh and came from a kind of “instant” machine, but if you want a good coffee you can order one from the barista...

Stayed for 5 nights - Hotel is perfect for the price the views from the rooms and pool are spectacular. The host "George" is a legend, nothing was to much and he was easy to talk to, very knowledgeable about things to do and always happy to help. I will be back....

The hotel needs some investment on the rooms which are a bit old. The AC should not point towards the beds head. It's a shame because it's impossible to use it at night. They need to provide more towels and put more sockets to plug more stuff On the other hand. They switch the sprinklers on at night. I think they should reprogram them right away because it woke me up at 2, 5 and 8 AM The staff is...

Amazing views over the Mirabello gulf. The hotel is on top a cliff and the rooms have a balcony facing the sea. Poor breakfast.

Amazing views from the rooms and great host (George). We loved the pool and the relaxed atmosphere. The only thing we didn’t love was the breakfast, a bit basic. The rest was good.

Stunning view over the sea, absolutely friendly owners, new bathroom, nice breakfast with fresh fruit and a great starting point to explore places like Agios Nikolaos and Elounda.

A really great view from the hotel and perfect starting point for a bike ride. High quality bikes in perfect condition. Thanks to Martinbike for the wonderful tour and day.

Candia park village has always been my favourite place, it's beautiful and feel relaxed this was my 7th time going and some things have changed over the years, the rooms are lovely and have had new bathrooms fitted, I was in room 951 which was at the very top so was a bit of a trek getting up to the room but it had a perfect view and was so quiet up there so was lovely, the 2 cleaners that did our...

We returned to Candia park for a second time after our last trip in August. This time we had my in laws in tow so 6 of us overall, 2 children 6&10. Candia Park is beautiful and the staff are a credit to the hotel. There was a different vibe in June than August as it was not the usual school holidays so the hotel was mainly occupied by families with pre school children this meant our children didn’t...

Had an excellent massage with Maria- i had the Cretan massage and it both relieved a lot of pressure and deeply relaxed me (she had to wake me up at the end). Highly recommend. My kids also had the kids massage and loved it! They had the chocolate and strawberry massages and the spa went out of its way to accomodate my 3 kids to ensure no one was ever alone.

Very friendly, smiling, positive staff (although sometimes it seemed that they were hardly managing to do all duties, so dear managers and owners - please, value your people, they are great!!!), many options for relaxation for different ages and interests, great beach club for more active leisure (we tried skijets). Also enjoyed very much the massage in local spa (specialist was Maria). Highly recommend...

Just got home from an amazing 10 days at Candia Park Village. I don’t often write reviews but given the excellent time we had I thought I would share our thoughts. Due to TUI changing the time of our flight we arrived at two in the morning after a long journey and transfer which we booked through TUI with two children under seven, we were all exhausted. The transfer took nearly two hours. Upon arrival...

Everything about this hotel was pretty much perfect. The pool is lovely and clean with plenty of sunbeds for everyone (the hotel open the pool and give out fresh towels at 10am - which meant no reserving of sunbeds!). The beach is pretty, and safe for swimming. All staff were welcoming and friendly. Our apartment was very clean, in fact the whole resort is spotless, and incredibly pretty with flowers...

We greatly enjoyed our stay at this lovely hotel on the beach and within easy walking distance from the centre of Agios Nikolaos. The hotel is delightfully set with modern stone built bedroom units clustered on each side of a small valley leading down to the sea. There are two large pools (and a smaller one) with plenty of sunbeds and parasols; also nice shady areas for those wishing to avoid the sun...

Was great. nothing more to say. George did a great job. We were there for holidays. The hotel is super. Everyone is nice. We enjoyed.

Beautiful location, excellent hospitality and wonderful people, especially in the restaurant, the service is amazing! Special thanks to Mrs. Thalia for the excellent hospitality she offered us all the days we visited the restaurant!! I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to spend a unique vacation alone or with their family!

Very nice hotel! The food is delicious but a little salty! The breakfast that Mrs. Thalia made us was excellent! The hotel is spotlessly clean and the staff is very helpful. I am very happy. I highly recommend it and I will definitely come back again.

Hotel is perfectly located on the beach and 10 minute walk to town. Room was very comfortable with great views. Had half board and food was very good. Plenty to choose from good variety. All staff were very friendly and helpful particularly Eleni and Georgios in the restaurant. The reception staff were very helpful and were able to arrange a late checkout despite being fully booked. Will definitely...

This hotel is well situated for a ten minute walk into Agios Nikaloas yet quieter than the town. The hotel architecture is lovely as the bungalows are built into the landscape. Our rooms had a side sea view which afforded a good view of the sea and mountains. The staff were friendly and helpful. Spyrios in the restaurant gets a particular mention! The bungalows are good sized. The twin beds don’t make...

The room, place, food, beach is excellent. Manus and Asimina were the best host we ever had experienced. We will be coming again to the place and we highly recommend the place to visit a place just like a paradise

I ‘ve stayedin Faedra Beach hotel this year in august. The servise was eficient. I liked the hotel staff, always helpful, friendly and welcome. I felt I was the local amongs them. The room was clean, and being cleaned every morning. Also the hotel location and it’s restaurant right away to the beach, with it’s support at the beach with various snacks and beverages. Location was convenient to reach...

Many thanks to the hotel Faedra Beach Resort for our summer family vacation in July 2025. I want to note the very friendly and hospitable staff. All issues were resolved quickly and without problems. Dear Greeks, you are the best ❤️. We were not in Greece for the first time and are very grateful to you for your attitude towards tourists! The hotel is small but very comfortable. There is everything...

Little gem with everything we needed, very friendly and personable. Perfect in every way.

We visited during off season. Manos ist super nice and friendly. We Had a room Upgrade with big balcony and perfect ocean view, its a really nice and comftable hotel with a great beach directly by the Hotel . We enjoyed this place a lot!

A very pleasant staying, the personal very kind, polite, eager to fulfill any wish related to your staying: car renting, bike renting, room change, iron for clothes, etc. The rooms are clean, beach over the road, the restaurant is located on the beach. Rich breakfast mainly with local products (cheese, olives, vegetables, fruits, etc).

Luxury from start to finish. A late arrival and we were welcomed as long lost friends. Breakfast is a treat, a la carte with many inclusive choices. Nothing is too much trouble for the super staff. Mariana has a smile for every situation and Fortini especially served us with knowledge of wines and helped whenever we needed assistance. The pool and private beach are both special. Private and quiet...

We stayed for five nights and the stay was very pleasant and luxurious, definitely a place to return to.Excellent service was wonderful in the amazing spa.

Beautiful location. Great staff. Lovely boutique hotel that makes you feel welcome. Always room around the pool, always space for dinner if you choose to eat in. Rooms are superb, very spacious. Only a short 10 euro taxi ride into Ag Nic. Been here 3 times now, has become our go to place in Crete

It would be difficult to fault this wonderful small, quiet, exclusive 5 star property. Beautifully created with wonderful views, fantastic suites, and truly fabulous service. Often service lets down a beautiful property like this, but not here. From booking to arrival and departure all was seamless. Nikolaos who handled the reservation was flawless, Christos who welcomed us was attentive to any requirements...

My husband and I recently spent 2 nights at The Island Concept. It is a beautiful boutique resort in a gorgeous setting. Our room was very comfortable, with a private pool and seafront view. Breakfast was great, with multiple choices. We ate dinner at the restaurant both nights, and the food was delicious, with a variety of dishes. The outdoor setting for meals was lovely, and they have a nice...

We had 6 nights here and had a wonderful time. A stunning location overlooking the bay and far off mountains. Our room was huge with its own small pool and large terrace together with sunbeds and wonderful views. Separate living room and TV and a bathroom that could have been bigger perhaps with a bath would have helped . Lovely clean and spotless decor. I found the bed a little on the hard side...

This is an excellent 3* hotel with a very relaxed atmosphere. The bedding towels changed everyday. The rooms are perfect ,clean and Greek. The food was very good and something for everyone. The location couldn't be any better, 1 min marina beach and excellent walks around the peninsula from Marina to the port and lake this way is a flat surface to walk it. The hotel staff are one big family and brilliant...

As previous reviews have stated, there are many more positives than negatives with this hotel. First the negatives, the single room I was in was clean, but in need of a general update; there was also a safety issue where the gap between the end of the bed and the wall where the TV was fixed, was so narrow that you had to crane your neck to avoid a collision. Onto the positives. The hotel is a city...

Here's my honest review. The location is fantastic. A couple of lovely beaches in walking distance and in easy walking distance to countless bars,restauranrs and shops. Agios Nikolaos is a very laid back and chilled resort and the hotel has the same feel. The staff are fantastic, very friendly people and very accommodating. Special shout goes to Maria and Demetris who look after the bar, and Eleni...

The rooms are unfinished, the bathroom is small, cramped, the old air conditioning works but smells of mold. On the other hand, the staff and the location are a 10, they fully compensate for the shortcomings. Extremely friendly and kind, bedding and towels are changed daily. The dining room is quite small but the food is very good and diverse, they also cook a lot of traditional dishes, chicken, fish...

Great value hotel in the heart of agios nikolaos, within walking distance of lake and beaches. If you want 5* then this hotel is not for you Rooms were very clean , staff from cleaning to bar were all brilliant and made our stay great We went all-inclusive, always something you could eat

Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at apollon last week. Staff are all very courteous and friendly. The food in the restaurant was always lovely Greek authentic food and enough choice for everyone. Location perfect for ammos beach 150 m, ten min walk to lake and port and ten min to bus station. I would return

Lovely hotel, super location on the beach short walk to centre (lake) 5 mins only, supermaket outside, reasonable spa, lovely room nice decor, amazing amaneiteis - Cool Clarins bottle red color, breakfast restaruarant on 5/F overlooking the sea, infinty pool all great

Nice hotel. Very odd for 5* place to have to pay a deposit! Don't they trust their guests? Excellent breakfast.

I’m not your normal busybody who leaves reviews for anything I am however exceptionally fussy and this by far is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in having visited many hundreds of hotels over the last 40 years the room the staff the food everything was superb and the location is fantastic

It was a wonderful place with sea view all the time! The breakfast and the dinner were great!

Lovely location, just minutes walk from the centre, where lovely restaurants and bars.

Wonderful stay! Not far from the city center, the pools are nice and the staffs are friendly. Breakfast was so good and they even have live musician playing for dinner. Amazing, would definitely recommend to others! Bus station is just ten minutes away from the hotel. Very easy to get here from Agios Nikolaos station. The bus costs only 7.8€ from Héraklion city. Loved every single second of my stay

It was my first time visiting Greece and I was definitely not disappointed. The hotel really deserves 4*. The environment is large and maintained. The food did not disappoint either. There are several pools, not one or two bars. We liked the bar the most, Nagy and Popi, the bartenders working by the pool just down from the reception. Special thanks to them. Very kind and attentive to everyone. Best...

Lovely place, lovely people. Not their fault it was raining. There is no indoor pool at Cretan village, surprising as it is so large. Nowhere for people to go when the sun is not shining. Covered bar next to reception not open through the day, bit of a con having only the pool bars open when the weather is bad, Only one bus a day to Heraklion 9.15am back at 13.30pm. when you get to town, go upstairs...

Hello!! rested at the Cretan villige Beach hotel 4`stars from october 2-8.2022.Thia is my best holiday this year.The territory of the hotel is beautiful..The view of the sea is amazing.espessialy pleased with the terrace in the room!! its so great! I liked a lot,starting with the cleanness in the rooms(higth-quiality cleaning every day),The food(a lot of fish ,natural Greek products and the service...

Perfect place! Adorable design, amazing view, tasty food, nice location! Everything was comfortable, apartments were clean, the personal was very nice and friendly! We will come back for sure! 💛

Really nice place. Too many cars, too close to the road and lack of heavy investments in comfortable mattresses though.

Cozy hotel with nice historical styled rooms. Highly recommended in case you not expecting superior food or services. Suitable for quet vocation

Location is fantastic, close to the beach & a choice lovely restaurants on the beach front.

Everything! We had an amazing week at Lazar Lux Apartments. The staff was super friendly (especially to our little children), our apartment was extremely nice, the breakfast was really good, and a small problem in our room was fixed on the same day. It’s also just a short walk to a pretty nice beach which was really convenient.