Description
The hotel overlooks two secluded coves and is surrounded by the crystal clear waters of Mirabello Bay, which has a magnificent mountain backdrop. The accommodation is spread around the resort in amongst pretty gardens, reminiscent of a Cretan village. For the ultimate Mediterranean experience, choose one of the waterfront bungalows with private platforms leading to the sea. Choose from seven restaurants and their exciting cuisine and become immersed in fusion flavours that will delight your senses.
The two private secluded white sandy beaches are ideal for relaxing in the sun, swimming in the warm Mediterranean waters or taking out one of a range of sailing boats or windsurfers from the Club Nautique centre. The popular children’s club offers an exciting and diverse program for children aged 4 - 12 yrs.
Relish the personal attention that is part of Chenot's renowned body and face treatments in the Thalaspa Chenot. Highly trained therapists draw on their vast experience and a repertoire of signature Chenot massage techniques to suit the unique needs and desires of each individual guest.
Guide price
£2,235 Per person
£2,235 per person for 7 nights in a Double Sea View room on a B&B basis including scheduled flights to Heraklion (via Athens) and return airport private transfers in mid-season.
Accommodation
There are 7 unique accommodation clubs at the Elounda, Comfort VIP, Premium, Premium Gold, Sports, Exclusive, Yachting and Platinum, each with different privileges and features. All together there are 254 rooms and suites. All rooms have private bathrooms, balcony or terrace and satellite TV. Many rooms have private pools and inspiring ocean vistas. Thanks to their proximity to the water's edge, the rooms often exude the sensation of being on a yacht.
Childcare
There is a children’s club for kids aged 4-12 years, with daily creative activities and competitions to keep them entertained as well as organised evenings of children's films. The hotel has a children’s play area and children’s menus are available. Babysitting can also be arranged on request.
Facilities
Indulge yourself in the Elounder's fascinating world of fine-dining, combining contemporary elegance with unique scenery and unparalleled service. The hotel provides an unforgettable culinary experience from Mediterranean to Asian flavours. The new Thalaspa Chenot offers holistic rejuvenation in complete tranquility and there is an exciting range of watersports. There is also an excellent fitness suite, 2 private sandy beaches, an outdoor pool, 5 floodlit tennis courts and a volley ball court.
Activities
There is a PADI dive centre offering courses from basic to specialised. Waterskiing, sailing and windsurfing are all available and why not take a private boat trip to Spinalonga island or a sunset cruise? Other sports include tennis, badminton, volleyball, basketball, football and mini golf. There are extensive gardens with walking trails, a shopping arcade, sightseeing excursions and an open-air amphitheatre.
When to travel
Mediterranean climate - mainly warm and dry from May - mid Oct.
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Location and directions
Elounda, Crete, Greece
North-east coast of Crete, half a mile from Elounda. Heraklion Airport - 64 km, 50 mins, Agios Nikolaos - 8km, 15mins.
How to get there
4.5hrs direct flight from London Gatwick with Easyjet or 6.5hrs flight via Athens with British Airways and Olympic Airways. 50mins transfer.
