Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort

Crete, Elounda

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  • A beautiful coastal location complete with a private sandy beach
  • Featuring Crete’s only private golf course
  • Award winning spa, named by the Sunday Times as ‘Best Spa in the World’
  • Each room or suite has its own stunning sea views

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.

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Dine Around

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. 

Beach Bar

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)

Elies

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

Kirki Bar

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

Il Borro Tuscan Bistro Elounda

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)

Nafsika Restaurant

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. 

Beach & Pools

Beach

The private Blue Flag awarded sandy beach is a peaceful and inviting place to while away the hours of sunshine. 

Swimming Pools

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. 

For Families

Family Services

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. 

Kid’s Ark Crèche

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)

Kid’s Ark Juniors Club

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

Six Senses Kids’ Wellness & Lifestyle Experience

Introduce your children to the world of wellness with this exclusive day-long programme.

Ages: 5-12 years

Teenagers' Centre

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

Spa & Wellness

Six Senses Spa

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.

Activities & Entertainment

Sports Facilities

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.

Valencia Soccer School Camp

Children aged 5-16 can brush up their football skills with this professional coaching programme. 

About the location

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort can be found on the north east coast of the Greek island of Crete. It’s in the pretty outskirts of Elounda, where you’ll find a selection of beaches, perfect for rest and relaxation. Head into the town for bars, restaurants, shops and a picturesque marina area full of luxury yachts and boats. 

When it comes to culture, take a boat trip across to Spinalonga Island, which is a former leper colony and home to an ancient fortress. The historic windmills along the bay provide a picturesque view, while Aghios Nikolaos is just a short drive away. Here you’ll find a sparkling lake, Venetian architecture and a further selection of shops, bars and restaurants. 

Transfer time

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort is an hour’s drive from Crete Heraklion Airport. 
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Porto Sea View Room

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

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Porto Sea View Room Shared Pool

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

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Porto Sea View Superior Room with Individual Pool

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

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Porto Sea View Suite

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

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Porto Sea View Suite Shared Pool

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

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Porto Sea View Suite Individual Pool

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

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Porto Sea View Two Bedroom Suite

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

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Porto Sea View Two Bedroom Suite Private Pool

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

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Premium Junior Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Premium Junior Suites are blessed with stunning sea views from the private furnished balcony. These suites come with a spacious living and dining area as well as a modern bathroom and dressing room.

45m²

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Premium Junior Suite with Individual Pool

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Enjoy the privacy of your own pool in the Premium Junior Suite with Individual Pool. These suites come complete with a large comfortable bed and a spacious living area, perfect for the whole family.

45m²

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Premium Suite

Max 3 adults, 2 child

Premium Suites invite you to relax in style with large comfortable beds, a luxurious marble bathroom and a furnished private balcony or terrace.

65m²

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Other Premium Suites

Enjoy the privacy of the Premium Suites at Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort.

Call to book one of the following room types:
Premium Junior Suite (max 3 adults, 1 child)
Premium Suite (max 3 adults, 2 children)
Premium Junior Suite with Individual Pool (max 3 adults, 1 child)

Half Board
A buffet-style breakfast and dinner in the Nafsika restaurant. There is plenty of choice including international dishes, as well as local cuisine. Guests receive a credit when dining in the a la carte restaurant. Please note, drinks are not included in any restaurant.
Dine Around
Should guests want plenty of choice for their meals, they can choose the Dine Around option, which includes meals at the à la carte restaurants in Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort and sister hotels. Pease note, drinks are not included and supplement will apply to upgrade to this option.
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