- 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
Based on 605 traveller reviews
88% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
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Reviews
“ coming here is an annual pleasure
alanEastSussexUk, Hastings, United Kingdom
Nov 15 2021
Staying at the wonderfully named minoan royalty villa , a little larger than the less royal bungalows we have stayed in previously .
when we stay at cobblers cove in barbados in their colleton suite...
Staying at the wonderfully named minoan royalty villa , a little larger than the less royal bungalows we have stayed in previously .
when we stay at cobblers cove in barbados in their colleton suite the manager used to say guests almost never leave their room and it was a bit like that here one of our daily pleasures was breakfast outside by our pool , white tablecloth , everything laid out immaculately, fresh fruit , pastries light as a feather served by a most pleasant guy , similiarly we regularly had a light lunch there again a pleasure.
However we did venture our for lunch occasionally at the yacht club with those
wonderful views of the boats and the blue, blue sea maybe a some grilled fish
or a trip to their other hotel down the road outside by a little pool with fish swimming about , excellent food , we ate at this hotel s italian restaurant many times in the evening - for a change from the yacht club , then the old mill which for some reason we didnt like much on our previous visit but where we had possibly our best meal of our holiday.
In the evening we usually ended up in the hotel bar served by the friendly George
writing this i am almost transported back to this little understated gem of a hotel
with as i have said before its pretty gardens , quiet spots to sit and contemplate
the views.
At the beach Bar Anna , the lovely smling Anna making all the guests laugh, spoiling us with little canapes at lunch to go with our rose champagne - eve or Evvie as the called here serving the wine in the yacht club, the very efficient manager and manageress there .
There you have it.
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“ Finally ....
Reiselek,
Oct 18 2021
Finally, we had been able to visit again the wonderful Resort of Elounda Mare.
It was again a great stay with wonderful food, ???our??? Villa #41 and most importantly a team which makes us feeling home...
Finally, we had been able to visit again the wonderful Resort of Elounda Mare.
It was again a great stay with wonderful food, ???our??? Villa #41 and most importantly a team which makes us feeling home and welcomed every time.
No request stood open, all reservations for dinner in esch of the restaurants went seamlessly and flexible.
Awesome experience was the dinner in the spectacular restaurant Old Mill. Despite flooding and heavy thunderstorms, they welcomed and hosted us. Only us, we have to admit and that felt great ( sorry for the other guests, who haven???t git that special treatment and opportunity).
In particular, we like to thank cordially Marina, who was available almost every time and she managed everything with great passion and outstanding performance.
We???ll come back next June, that???s for sure.
Petra and Joachim
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“ As good as ever
Richard P, Reading, United Kingdom
Oct 09 2021
Worth waiting all this time to revisit. Had 12 fabulous days at The Elounda Mare. Warmly welcomed on arrival and found all the staff so friendly and helpful throughout our stay. So lovely to see so...
Worth waiting all this time to revisit. Had 12 fabulous days at The Elounda Mare. Warmly welcomed on arrival and found all the staff so friendly and helpful throughout our stay. So lovely to see so many familiar faces as well. Such a beautiful hotel with lovely grounds - start to relax as soon as we arrive.
Our Bungalow ( No 7 ) was well positioned, spacious and with great views. We loved the bungalow pool which is great to relax in and around.
Soon slipped into the timeless, classical ways of the Elounda Mare with its lovely grounds ( so well looked after by the staff), great restaurants , beach and main pool. Covid precautions were well managed and felt very comfortable. Liked that we had to book the gym every day as we felt obligated to go every day! In addition to our lovely swim before breakfast across the bay.
We loved the Dine Around facility giving access to the restaurants at all three hotels with a convenient shuttle service .Really high standard with our favourite being The Old Mill ( great management team and sommelier) , followed by Yacht Club , Koh and Aglio Olio.
So convenient to have the excellent Spa facilities at one of the sister hotels which provides great treatments.
We also met an old school /rugby friend and his wife who like us have been visiting this hotel for over 30 years and for the first time, we were there at the same time which made for some most enjoyable dinners.
Strong hotel management team led by Harry Maranghides and that professionalism shows throughout all aspects of the hotel which really makes this such a great hotel to visit.
Till the next time!
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“ Total Relaxation!
GrandTour801661,
Oct 01 2021
It had been a few years since we last visited Elounda Mare and we weren???t too sure how this stunning hotel would have faired in the crazy season we have all experienced.
We were stunned at how they...
It had been a few years since we last visited Elounda Mare and we weren???t too sure how this stunning hotel would have faired in the crazy season we have all experienced.
We were stunned at how they have adapted to comply with Covid guidelines but not lost any of the charm, attentive service and wonderful food.
This is a hotel where you walk through the front door and straight away relax - the setting is so beautiful and all rooms and villas have spectacular views.
Thank you to all the staff who make us feel so at home here.
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“ Charming as ever!
MayaNSL, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Sep 23 2021
First return since many years and happy to note, very little had changed. The point of Elounda Mare is its charm. Stunning setting and views, tranquil, spacious, lovely friendly service from all the...
First return since many years and happy to note, very little had changed. The point of Elounda Mare is its charm. Stunning setting and views, tranquil, spacious, lovely friendly service from all the staff, its like coming 'home'.
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