- Set on a peaceful Blue Flag awarded sandy beach
- Offers three exclusive dining options with extensive wine lists
- Guests can enjoy access to a private 9 hole golf course
- Visit the Six Senses Spa for a day of pampering
If elegant and exclusive are your holiday buzz words then the Elounda Mare Hotel, Relais & Château is your ideal holiday destination. Expect interior designed guest rooms each with individual touches and statement antique pieces, impeccably trained staff and picturesque views at every turn.
A place for couples and families alike, Elounda Mare Hotel, Relais & Château offers a high level of luxury with a personal level of service. All rooms come with a fantastic sea views, and you can choose from a well appointed One Bedroom suite or upgrade to a Superior Bungalow if you’re travelling with a larger group. Honeymooners should take a look at the Royalty Suite for the ultimate in secluded luxury.
The nearby area of Elounda is rapidly developing a reputation as one of Crete’s most desirable resorts and after a visit to the pretty streets and delicious tavernas you’ll soon see why. Fancy staying more resort based? The chic Yacht Club Restaurant, set on the seashore, offers an unforgettable dining experience and the stunning views of the Deck Restaurant are the perfect partner to the delicious cuisine.
The hotel has 82 rooms, 6 floors, and 2 lifts. Child prices apply for ages 2–11 years.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Dine Around
The Dine Around option is available during peak season (between 01 May - 30 September). It includes meals in the à la carte restaurants of the Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort, the Elounda Mare Hotel Relais & Chateaux and the Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel. Guests who upgrade to this option will be provided with vouchers for the relevant restaurants on arrival at the hotel. Drinks, certain dishes and fish night are excluded. The dine around supplement must be paid for children who are accommodated for free.
Old Mill Restaurant
Enjoy traditional Cretan cuisine with a gourmet twist at this picturesque restaurant.
Open: Opening times for the outdoor restaurants depend on weather conditions
Deck Restaurant
Enjoy stunning views as you savour a delicious breakfast or table d’hote dinner at this sea view restaurant.
Open: Opening times for the outdoor restaurants depend on weather conditions
Yacht Club Restaurant
This elegant seafront restaurant offers a range of specialist seafood dishes and Mediterranean inspired fresh cuisine.
Open: Opening times for the outdoor restaurants depend on weather conditions
Half board is a 5 course set menu with 3 choices per course including a vegetarian dish. Guests receive a credit towards a lunch or dinner in the à la carte restaurants.
Beach and Pools
Beach
Lap up the sunshine on the Elounda Mare Hotel’s Blue Flag awarded sandy beach.
Swimming Pool
More of a poolside poser than a beach fan? Head to the luxuriously large seawater pool instead.
Activities and Entertainment
Sports
Fitness fans are spoilt for choice with a tennis court, table tennis, water sports and a gym all offered on site.
Shuttle Service
The resort also offers a complimentary shuttle service to the nearby sister hotel which is just 500m away and offers a 9 hole private golf course and Six Senses Spa.
About the location
Elounda Mare Hotel, Relais & Chateaux, can be found on the north east coast of Crete, within easy reach of Elounda. It’s set on a sandy beach, while being close to the sweeping bay and fascinating peninsula of Elounda. Head into the town itself for a luxury marina area, as well as bustling bars, family run tavernas and a range of shops and boutiques. The historic windmills and Spinalonga Island, a former leper colony, are ideal for those wanting to immerse themselves in the area’s history.
If you want to explore further, Aghios Nikolaos is just a 10-minute drive away and is home to colourful Venetian houses, a lake which is said to be where the goddess Athena bathed and waterfront restaurants serving excellent cuisine.
Transfer time
Elounda Mare Hotel, Relais & Chateaux, is an hour’s drive from Crete Heraklion Airport.
Main Building Twin Sea View Room
Max 2 adults, 1 child
Main Building Twin Sea View Rooms are approximately 30m² and are located in the main building. They have two beds plus a sofa bed
30m²
Main Building One Bedroom Suites with Sea View
Max 3 adults
Main Building One Bedroom Suites with Sea View are approximately 42m² and have a lounge area.
42m²
Main Building One Bedroom Superior Suites with Sea View
Max 5 adults
Main Building One Bedroom Superior Suites with Sea View are approximately 50-70m² and have a bedroom and separate living room.
50-70m²
Main Building Two Bedroom Superior Suites with Sea View
Max 5 adults
Main Building Two Bedroom Superior Suites with Sea View are approximately 80m² and have two bedrooms, two en suite bathrooms and a lounge area.
80m²
Deluxe Bungalows with Sea View and Private Pool
Max 3 adults
Deluxe Bungalows with Sea View and Private Pool are approximately 30-45m² some of which feature a separate living room. They are set in the small gardens and have a private pool.
30-45m²
Superior Bungalows with Sea View and Private Pool
Max 3 adults
Superior Bungalows with Sea View and Private Pool are 35-55m² some of which feature a separate living room. The bungalows offer a superb sea view from the small private garden and a private pool.
35-55m²
Two Bedroom Superior Bungalows with Sea View and Private Pool
Max 5 adults
Two Bedroom Superior Bungalows with Sea View and Private Pool are approximately 80m² and have one double bedroom and one twin bedroom (each with an en suite bathroom), a lounge area and a private pool. Some may be split over two levels.
80m²
Three Bedroom Superior Bungalow with Sea View and Private Pool
Max 7 adults
Three Bedroom Superior Bungalow with Sea View and Private Pool measure approximately 100m² and feature two bedrooms and a lounge on the ground floor and a third bedroom on the upper level (all bedrooms have their own en suite bathroom). Outside there is a furnished private garden, complete with a private pool.
100m²
One Bedroom Royalty Suite with Private Pool
Max 3 adults
One Bedroom Royalty Suite with Private Pool measure approximately 65m² and feature a bedroom with dressing area, luxurious bathroom, lounge, and furnished garden with private pool and fantastic sea views.
65m²
One Bedroom Royalty Villa with Private Pool
Max 3 adults
One Bedroom Royalty Villa with Private Pool measure approximately 65m² and feature a bedroom with dressing area, luxurious bathroom, lounge, and furnished garden with private pool and fantastic sea views.
65m²
Exclusive to Sovereign - Complimentary Room Upgrade
Guests booking through Sovereign receive a Complimentary Room Upgrade to a higher accommodation category when booking a Twin Room Sea View for holidays between 21 April - 05 June 2020 & 26 September - 20 October 2020, booked by 31 January 2020.
Combinable with the Early Booking Discount and Complimentary Lunch
Exclusive to Sovereign - Complimentary Meal Offer
Exclusive to Sovereign, guests receive one complimentary 3-course-Lunch per person per stay (beverages not included) for holidays between 06 June - 25 September 2020, booked by 31 January 2020.
Combinable with the Early Booking Discount and Room Upgrade.
Early Booking Offer
Save up 20% on the hotel price for holidays between 21 April - 20 October 2020 booked by 31 January 2020.
Family Offer
Free access to Kid's Ark with supervised activities located at Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort (500 metres away), valid for children between 5 - 11 years, Monday to Saturday between 10:00-18:00 for holidays between 04 May - 20 October 2019 & 21 April - 20 October 2020.
Honeymoon offer
Honeymooners receive upon arrival a specially decorated room, a Cretan traditional wedding present, a bottle of sparkling wine and flowers, complimentary cocktail offered at Karavia bar for holidays between 18 April - 20 October 2019 & 21 April - 20 October 2020 (a wedding certificate must be presented upon arrival, valid for up to 6 months prior to stay).
Based on 583 traveller reviews
88% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
Excellent
432
Very Good
102
Average
30
Poor
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Terrible
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Reviews
“ Excellent hotel on north coast Crete
macham162, Much Hadham, United Kingdom
Nov 18 2019
Seaside hotel about 40min by taxi from airport. Beautiful quiet location above Elounda Bay in lovely grounds with planned walkways to coves, small private beach and Yacht restaurant. Also Old Mill...
Seaside hotel about 40min by taxi from airport. Beautiful quiet location above Elounda Bay in lovely grounds with planned walkways to coves, small private beach and Yacht restaurant. Also Old Mill restaurant nearer to main hotel building.Dined at Yacht restaurant most evenings but menu basically did not change. Good range of choices and quality of food and service were first class.Lovely ambience above beach and sea.
Our bedroom had unobstructed sea views from large balcony.Very comfortable bedroom and lounge area. Surrounding area from hotel very quiet and long walk into Elounda (or preferred taxi). Staff always polite and helpful, and spoke good English.Very high standard of furnishings and cleanliness throughout.Lovely pool beside hotel but limited space for loungers.An hotel for couples and retirees!
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Holidaymaker0001,
Oct 23 2019
We return frequently to this wonderful hotel, which never disappoints.Staff and management are attentive and friendly without being intrusive. Rooms in the main hotel building are well appointed and...
We return frequently to this wonderful hotel, which never disappoints.Staff and management are attentive and friendly without being intrusive. Rooms in the main hotel building are well appointed and the food and service are truly first-class. Very high standard of cleanliness throughout the hotel.
The hotel is set in very attractive grounds leading down to a small private beach. Altogether idyllic! We cannot wait to return
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“ Favorite place
13Marina11, Moscow
Oct 21 2019
Everything was excellently - the staff, the food, Spa centre, surrounding area are incredibles. The room is very clean and comfortable with beautiful sea view. The room service is very good. We'll...
Everything was excellently - the staff, the food, Spa centre, surrounding area are incredibles. The room is very clean and comfortable with beautiful sea view. The room service is very good. We'll come back again and again
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“ We loved it!!!!
irini77, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Oct 16 2019
Everything was amazing. The stuff is very polite,the food is delicious and the surrounding areas are fantastic.The Old Mill restaurant has an exquisite wine list and a Michelin star quality...
Everything was amazing. The stuff is very polite,the food is delicious and the surrounding areas are fantastic.The Old Mill restaurant has an exquisite wine list and a Michelin star quality sommelier. We definitely recommend this hotel and we can???t wait to go back again next year.
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“ What more could we ask?
Diana C, Guildford
Oct 12 2019
We have just spent another wonderful week here ??? our 12th visit! Throughout our long marriage we have prided ourselves in always going to a different holiday destination. There were just too many...
We have just spent another wonderful week here ??? our 12th visit! Throughout our long marriage we have prided ourselves in always going to a different holiday destination. There were just too many places to see, driving round Europe or flying off to other continents. We especially love islands but there was one we hadn???t been to and when choosing where to go after celebrating our Golden Wedding in 2007 it was clearly the right time to come to Crete - and to the Elounda Mare!
We didn???t realise then that this was the start of a love affair with a hotel whose staff give us every possible welcome, comfort, peace, kindness in an unbeatable location overlooking the beautiful Mirabello bay. The spacious site is built in the style of a Cretan village with grey and apricot-coloured stone walls. It even has a white painted chapel! Rooms are either in the main building or in individual bungalows with their own pools. We have always chosen an upstairs room with fantastic views down and across the hotel grounds, and to the far side of the bay where the cliffs turn pink in the setting sun.
After all these years we finally persuaded our daughter to come with us and see for herself why we love this place so much! In spite of having been shown umpteen photographs her reaction was that it was bigger and more spread out than she was expecting. In her job she travels a lot conducting her own garden tours and choosing 5* luxury hotels for her clients but she felt that the Elounda Mare was the best she had ever stayed in for its design and beautiful layout.
We gave her a little taste of the immediate area ??? she loved Elounda village and we drank a lot of fresh orange juice down in the port! We drove up into the mountans to the Lasithi plateau, another day to the ancient town of Lato and to the ruins of the Minoan city at Gournia. She is now determined to return and see more of this wonderful island.
But I must end by repeating that this hotel earns its accolades because of its staff, every one of whom is there to make sure you are given the best possible time and all of whom smile and smile from the heart. Thank you, all of you, for the memories you have given us!
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