- Type: Luxury Hotel With Villas
- Summary: A blissful beachfront retreat for both couples and families
- Feature: Exceptional culinary offerings and a cutting-edge spa
- Rooms: 226 rooms & suites and 4 private villas
- Nearest airport: Heraklion Airport
Amenities
Location and transfer
Approximately 1 hour from Heraklion Airport by private car transfer.
Luxurious, stylish and generously proportioned, the rooms, suites and villas flaunt earthy colour palettes, natural materials, unique artwork, large windows and plush furnishings with non-allergenic mattresses and pillow menus. Marble bathrooms feature bathtubs, separate showers and premium toiletries. All accommodation choices also feature a premium-stocked mini-bar, flat-screen LCD television, telephone, safe, hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, tea and coffee making facilities and twice daily maid service.
The Two Bedroom Suite Sea View with Private Pool, Luxury Island Suites and Private Villas are part of the Haven Collection. Along with all the amazing amenities that come as standard, guests of The Haven Collection enjoy a private area for breakfast and a reserved section of the beach. Other benefits include early in suite/villa check-in and late check-out (subject to availability), complimentary in-room dining, premium mini bar offerings, complimentary laundry, premium toiletries, a dedicated Haven Concierge, personal greeting by the GM, a welcome box and a personalised farewell gift. Additional benefits include a resort credit of 150€ per stay (with booking of 7 nights and more), one complimentary The Haven Lunch Experience (excluding drinks), participation in The Haven events (olive oil tasting, wine tasting etc.), a complimentary ‘Touch of Cretan Nature’ spa experience (25 min per adult/per stay), complimentary daily stretching or yoga sessions by the beach, exclusive discounts on resort experiences and watersports, and unique discounts on spa services – 15% discount on all treatments & 5% discount on premium retail spa products.
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Superior Bungalow Sea View:
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- Rooms: 95
- Size: 40m²
- Room View: Sea views
- Facilities: Spacious and summery, this bungalow is available with either twin beds or a king bed and offers sea views from a private furnished balcony. The marble bathroom flaunts premium amenities.
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Superior Bungalow Private Pool :
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- Rooms: 89
- Size: 40m²
- Room View: Sea and Spinalonga island views
- Facilities: Spread throughout the resort, these rooms feature a king-size bed or twin beds, a sitting area and a marble-lined bathroom with bath tub. A beautiful veranda leads to a pool, with selected bungalows featuring an infinity pool.
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Superior Family Room Sea View:
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- Size: 80m²
- Room View: Sea views
- Facilities: The sleek Superior Family Room Sea View, features two separate airy bedrooms with plush bedding and an integrated sitting area, both expanding to sun-soaked furnished balconies, offering breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea and island of Spinalonga. Each bedroom features its own marble lined bathroom.
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Family One Bedroom Suite:
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- Rooms: 8
- Size: 58m²
- Room View: Panoramic sea views
- Facilities: These spacious suites come with spacious interiors (some are open-plan, spread over two levels or one-bedroom) and can connect to one another. A private balcony offers panoramic sea views.
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Junior Suite with Private Heated Pool :
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- Rooms: 5
- Size: 54m²
- Room View: Garden Views
- Facilities: These spacious suites can either feature a one-bedroom or an open-plan layout. A private heated pool is situated on the veranda which is furnished with loungers and table.
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Mediterranean Maisonette Suite Sea View Private Pool :
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- Rooms: 14
- Size: 70m²
- Room View: Sea views
- Facilities: These two-storey suites feature a bedroom with dressing area and en suite bathroom. Downstairs, there is a smaller bathroom with shower, a spacious living room with a home cinema and CD and DVD player, and from the lounge guests can step out onto the veranda which is furnished with day beds and leads to the infinity-edge swimming pool.
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Deluxe Suite Sea View with Private Pool:
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- Rooms: 8
- Size: 68m²
- Room View: Sea
- Facilities: These luxurious rooms, with their elegant and spacious interiors, feature a separate living room that opens out onto a large veranda, with its delightful corner infinity pool and sea views.
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Two-Bedroom Deluxe with Private Heated Pool:
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- Rooms: 4
- Size: 79m²
- Room View: Landscaped garden views
- Facilities: These deluxe rooms, spread over two levels, are ideal for families; there are two spacious bedrooms and a childproof staircase with safety gate. The private heated pool can be accessed directly from the large veranda.
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Island Luxury Suite Sea View with Private Heated Pool:
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- Rooms: 17
- Size: 72m²
- Room View: Sea views
- Facilities: These elegant suites feature four-poster beds, a separate living area, a marble bathrooms with egg-shaped bath and/or a Jacuzzi and a furnished patio with an private heated infinity-edge pool. These suites are part of the Haven Collection, inviting you to enjoy an array of incredible benefits and exclusive discounts.
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Two Bedroom Suite Sea View Private Pool :
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- Room View: Sea views
- Facilities: These superb suites feature two bedrooms, a wealth of living space and a private pool with sensational sea views. These suites are part of the Haven Collection, inviting you to enjoy an array of incredible benefits and exclusive discounts.
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Two Bedroom Villa Sea View with Private Pool:
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- Rooms: 2
- Size: 110m²
- Room View: Sea views
- Facilities: These private two-bedroom residences include details such as luxury bathroom amenities and a daily newspaper. In addition, guests enjoy complimentary wi-fi access, a Nespresso coffee machine, PlayStation and an iPod docking station. Each of the bedrooms has an en suite bathroom, while the living room opens out onto the terrace which has a dining area. A butler service is available on request and in-room dining can be ordered from any of the restaurants. These suites are part of the Haven Collection, inviting you to enjoy an array of incredible benefits and exclusive discounts.
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The Grand Villa:
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- Rooms: 1
- Size: 220m²
- Room View: Sea views
- Facilities: This is Aegean style living at its best, with two en suite bedrooms, a spacious living area, an indoor sauna, hydro jet pool, massage area and gym equipment. Outside, the magnificent terrace has an elegant seating area, dining area and heated pool. Amenities include complimentary internet access, Nespresso coffee machine, a PlayStation and an iPod docking station. In addition guests can order meals from the menus of the resort's restaurants. These suites are part of the Haven Collection, inviting you to enjoy an array of incredible benefits and exclusive discounts.
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The Royal Blue Villa :
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- Rooms: 1
- Size: 290m²
- Room View: Sea views
- Facilities: Situated on the edge of the resort and offering outstanding views, The Royal Blue Villa is very private and features three bedrooms - all with an en suite marble bathroom and some with a private verandas - a spacious living area and a pool area. Villas feature a fully-equipped kitchen and guests can also request the services of a private Chef to cook lunch or dinner for them on the wood burning oven or barbecue. A dedicated butler service is available on request. These suites are part of the Haven Collection, inviting you to enjoy an array of incredible benefits and exclusive discounts.
Along with a vibrant array of dining options, there is a fabulous selection of bars to allow guests to relax and savour the beauty of their surroundings. Unwind with a cocktail at the Moroccan inspired Arsenali Lounge Bar, take it easy by the swimming pool at Votsalo Bar, or feel the ambience at Isola Beach Club, where atmospheric music accompanies the enticing array of snacks and drinks.
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- Cuisine: Various
- Setting: Named for the olive trees in the enormous Cretan pots, adorning the impressive veranda.
- Dress Code: Smart casual
- Children's Menu: Yes
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
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- Cuisine: Greek cuisine with a modern twist, using sustainable ingredients from the resort's own organic kitchen garden and regional farms.
- Setting: An outdoor setting beside the fragrant organic herb garden with views over Spinalonga Island.
- Dress Code: Smart casual. Long trousers are required by gentlemen for dinner.
- Children's Menu: Yes
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
Isola Beach Bar:expand_more
- Cuisine: Italian cuisine
- Setting: Set by the sea and overlooking the main pool.
- Dress Code: Smart casual
- Children's Menu: Yes
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
Asia Deep Blue:expand_more
- Cuisine: Asian cuisine
- Setting: A relaxed lounge setting.
- Dress Code: Smart casual
- Children's Menu: Yes
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
Blue Door:expand_more
- Cuisine: Greek Taverna
- Setting: A relaxed and comfortable water front setting.
- Dress Code: Smart casual
- Children's Menu: Yes
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
A 'Havenly' Breakfast:expand_more
- Cuisine: Artisanal delights and breakfast favourites that embrace the regional produce - including Cretan mountain honey, regional cold cuts, local grapes and figs.
- Setting: An alfresco pebble-mosaic courtyard shaded by jasmine, reminiscent of a local home.
- Dress Code: Casual. Please note that this experience is available only for guests of the Island Luxury Suites, Private Villas and Marriot Bonvoy Platinum Elite, Titanium Elite and Ambassador Elite members.
- Children's Menu: No
- Vegetarian Option: Yes
- Reservation Required: No
Hotel Experiences
Celebrating the island of Crete and offering an authentic Greek experience, the property has recently unveiled a ‘Therino’ open-air cinema, an old-time Greek tradition. Kick back on a lounger beneath the stars and watch a classic movie, enjoying the stunning backdrop. Each week in the Arsenali Lounge Bar, you can join Greek artists for drinks, while admiring and learning more about their masterpieces. Arsenali also hosts sushi evenings on select dates, at which you can sample the freshest sashimi and stylish cocktails, backed by the music of a DJ and views of Spinalonga.
Luxury Beach
Beach time is taken seriously at the resort, with several options for sun-soaking. The olive tree-lined Isola Beach Club is a spiral stone building with a resident DJ, comfy daybeds, serving cool cocktails and delicious food. The Haven is reserved for guests staying in Island Luxury Suites and Private Villas, who are gifted with baskets of complimentary fresh towels, magazines and aromatherapy spritzes, delivered straight to their loungers. The main beach is pebbly and furnished with private decks, fully equipped with loungers, parasols and refreshments.
Romance
At Blue Palace guests can enjoy an assortment of romantic experiences, including in-room candlelit dining for two or a private gourmet dinner under twinkling stars on the beach. Evening sailing excursions by traditional caique include chilled Champagne and canapés, while other romantic interludes include the Couple's Spa Pampering package at Elounda Spa. The Signature ritual starts with a full-body exfoliation, followed by an Oriental massage and a facial scented with rose and lavender.
Luxury Family Holidays
Fun and adventure is on the agenda for families at Blue Palace. Children from 3 to 12 years can enjoy theatrical play, Greek dancing and mythology in the supervised Kids' Club. Teens can explore the water, from swimming lessons in the pool, to kayaking, canoeing, water-skiing, windsurfing and diving. The spa offers a menu for younger guests, with parent and child treatments available, while for the whole family, boat and cultural tours can be arranged, along with visits to the nearby Cretaquarium, one of Europe's largest and most modern aquariums.
Spa Breaks
The Elounda Spa has stunning views towards the neighbouring island of Spinalonga and offers a range of treatments including massages, facials and salon services. The spa uses the Swiss skincare brand, Valmond, and the French spa brand, Cinque Monde. In addition, there is a relaxation pool, three thalasso pools, two traditional marble Turkish Hammams, saunas, indoor Jacuzzis and a couple's suite, as well as fitness facilities and a spa boutique.
Scuba Diving
The comprehensive Diving and Water Sports Centre on the beach offers aqua enthusiasts a choice of scuba lessons, night diving, boat diving, snorkelling, deep-water diving and underwater photography. Guided by PADI dive masters, the crystal-clear waters reveal a plethora of colourful marine life, including octopus, Scorpion Fish, groupers, Sting Rays and Moray Eels, with dolphins, also occasionally seen from the dive boats. Varied dive sites, from shallow bays to steep walls and canyons, mean there is something for all levels of ability, from beginner to expert.
In Addition
Take a trip on the resort's traditional Caique fishing boat and enjoy the fabulous sunset as you sip a glass of Champagne.