Crete, Elounda
Based on 767 traveller reviews
76% of travellers recommended this hotel
With views that’ll have you reaching for your camera again and again, it’d be easy to just lie back and drink in the scenery at the Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort but there’s plenty more to it than that. Whether you fancy a little activity on Crete’s only private golf course or putting in some dressing gown hours at the impressive spa there’s plenty to keep you busy.
Ideal for families, the Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort offers a unique range of activities and clubs for children aged four months to 18 years meaning those travelling with older children can give them plenty of independence. There’s even a child-friendly spa treatment menu allowing guests age 5–12 to experience the world-class wellness facilities.
Fancy exploring a little? The pretty village of Elounda is just three kilometres away, head to the main square for authentic tavernas and a smattering of stylish bars or take a boat trip over to the famous island of Spinalong, a former leper colony, it’s the location for Victoria Hislop’s best-selling book The Island.
The hotel has 128 rooms, 6 floors, and 3 lifts.
Guests can upgrade to the Dine Around option, which is available during high season (between 21 May - 30 September). It includes meals at the à la carte restaurants in Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort, the Elounda Mare Hotel Relais & Chateaux and the Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel. Guests will be provided with vouchers for the relevant restaurants on arrival at the hotel. Drinks, certain dishes and fish night are excluded.
Perfectly located next to both the sandy beach and the pool, the Beach bar serves snacks and drinks, including cocktails, all day.
Open: 10.00-18.00 (closes at 22.00 on selected days)
This casual restaurant serves splendid Greek dishes under the grey-green canopy of an ancient olive grove. Situated next to the Resort’s seaside pool and the local beach so you can enjoy the views while you dine.
Open: 12.30-15.30 & 19.00-22.00
Enjoy a pre or apres dinner drink on the beautiful terrace at the Kirki Bar; open until late it’s the perfect place to watch the sun set.
Open: 18.00-02.00
This lovely Italian restaurant, located on the waterfront, offers delicious tastes and flavours from Tuscany. Pair your chosen dish with a glass of Tuscan wine for an even more authentic experience.
Open: 19.00-22.00 (12.30-15.30 selected days)
Serving a buffet breakfast and dinner, Nafsika restaurant offers a generous selection which is sure to please everyone.
Open: 07.00-10.30, 19.00-21.30. Dinner is served from 18.00 for children
Meals are included for half board guests.
The private Blue Flag awarded sandy beach is a peaceful and inviting place to while away the hours of sunshine.
There is one main outdoor swimming pool, plus, a family-friendly children’s pool. There is also an indoor and outdoor pool at the Six Senses Spa, which is available at an extra charge. Sovereign guests staying a minimum of three nights benefit from one thalassotherapy pool session per stay.
Families are well catered for, with a selection of services to delight children and parents alike. Services include a welcome gift bag, slippers and daily luxury toiletries in the room, a separate children's dining room which is open every evening from 6pm, children's menus and fresh baby food at the onsite restaurants, babysitting in the evening and a nanny service during the day.
Guests can also rent items for in-room use, including: steriliser, bottle warmer, buggy, potty, step stool and baby bath. You may also ask for the room to be baby-proofed upon booking. This includes making plugs, corners and doors safe for little ones.
For younger children the crèche provides six day a week care with indoor and outdoor play areas and two shallow pools.
Ages: 4 months – 4 years
Open: 10.00-18.00 (closed on Sundays)
From beach Olympics to treasure hunts, there are never two days the same at the Kid’s Ark Juniors Club.
Ages: 5-12 years
Open: 10.00-18.00
Introduce your children to the world of wellness with this exclusive day-long programme.
Ages: 5-12 years
Older children relax here and use the Wi-Fi, play computer games and take part in water sports activities or other sports.
Ages: 13-18 years
Open: 13:00-23:00
Spread over an incredible 2200sqm it’s easy to see why this impressive spa has been singled out as the ‘Best Spa in the World’. With a full menu of face and body treatments one visit probably won’t be enough.
Open: 10.00-18.00
Children under the age of 11 are not permitted in the spa. Older children can enjoy treatments but must be accompanied by an adult.
From a PADI certified dive centre to a private 9-hole golf course there’s a whole host of sporting activities to enjoy. Play a few sets on one of the three AstroTurf tennis courts, try your hand at wakeboarding or just play a few relaxed games of pool.
Children aged 5-16 can brush up their football skills with this professional coaching programme.
Max 2 adults, 1 child
Porto Sea View Rooms have two beds plus a sofa bed, deluxe marble bathroom with bathtub and shower, and a balcony or terrace with sea views. Connecting rooms are also available.
37m²
Max 3 adults
Porto Sea View Rooms with Shared Pool have a seating area, walk-in shower and a spacious terrace with direct access to a large seawater pool, which is shared between 6 to 8 rooms.
40m²
Max 3 adults, 1 child
Porto Superior Rooms with Individual Pool have recently been renovated and feature spacious accommodation with a large balcony or terrace with fantastic views across the Aegean Sea and direct access to an individual pool.
55m²
Max 3 adults
Porto Sea View Suites have a spacious bedroom and a separate living room as well as a private veranda with outdoor furniture.
67m²
Max 3 adults
Porto Sea View Suites with Shared Pool have a spacious bedroom and a separate living room as well as a furnished terrace with direct access to a large seawater pool, which is shared between 6 to 8 rooms.
60m²
Max 3 adults, 1 child
Porto Sea View Suites have a spacious bedroom and a separate living room as well as a private veranda with outdoor furniture and an individual plunge pool.
60m²
Max 5 adults, 1 child
Porto Sea View Two Bedroom Suites have two bedrooms and two bathrooms and a separate living room, all with spacious furnished verandas.
95m²
Max 5 adults, 1 child
Porto Sea View Two Bedroom Suites have two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a separate living room as well as a spacious veranda with a direct access to a private seawater swimming pool.
95m²
Based on 767 traveller reviews
76% of travellers recommended this hotel
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