Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with indoor pool
VIP Access

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments, mud baths
Deluxe Bungalow, Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar, beach bar

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Crete Island, 72053
  • Place, Elounda Windmills
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaka Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Spinalonga
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sitia (JSH)
    ‪79 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members

Room options

Classic Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Classic Room, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Classic Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Bungalow, Sea View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Bungalow, Partial Sea View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Suite, Garden View (Open Plan)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, Sea View

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Mediterranean Villa Front Sea View Private Pool

  • 699 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior Bungalow Front Sea View sharing a pool

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite Sea View with shared Pool

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Agios Nikolaos

Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World places you within a 10-minute stroll of Alykes of Elounda and Hiona Beach. This 262-room, 5-star hotel has a private beach, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Hiona Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Elounda Windmills - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Christian Basilica Poros Elounda - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Plaka Beach - 12 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Spinalonga - 27 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ergospasio - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dimitri's Steak House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ferryman - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Nafsika - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lotus Eaters - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World

Luxury hotel on the beach, with indoor pool
Guests of Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a children's pool, a gym, and a sauna.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and LCD TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Minibars, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
A private beach and a health club are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Chenot Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and detox wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aretoussa main Restaurant
  • Argonaut Restaurant
  • Ariadne Taverna
  • Blue Lagoon Restaurant
  • Thalassa Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Mud bath
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1974
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces a strict dress code in the restaurants.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to April 11:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Beach
  • Business center
  • Children's club
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Golf course
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis courts

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (11 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Elounda Bay Palace Hotel
Elounda Bay Palace a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World?

This hotel in Agios Nikolaos is within a 10-minute walk of Alykes of Elounda and Hiona Beach. You'll also find Elounda Windmills and Christian Basilica Poros Elounda less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World?

Chenot Spa is the hotel's spa and services include detox wraps, mud baths, aromatherapy, and mani/pedis.

Does Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World have a casino at the property?

No, Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until October.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach and a beach bar plus some guestrooms feature private pools.

Are there hot tubs at Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World has 3 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Does Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World?

The closest major airport to Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World is Sitia (JSH), which is about 21 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy sea or garden views.

Does Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World.