Secluded 5* Crete stay with optional private pool

Elounda Gulf Villas and Suites, Greek Islands

Time-limited

Property details

A five-star stay on the beautiful island of Crete, with an array of luxe suites or pool villas for you to choose from - breakfast, dinner, wellness extras and more included. Fully refundable - book with confidence
  • Coastal luxury: Blending world-class service with the intimacy of a private home, Elounda Gulf Villas and Suites is the ultimate five-star Crete pad. Tucked away on a rugged cliffside in a charming fishing village, this award-winning collection of suites and villas boasts striking views out over the Aegean, whilst inside airy interiors ooze laid-back, contemporary luxury. Opt for a private pool to paddle away in total seclusion, or soak up the sun from the stunning private beach.

  • Culinary refinement: From fresh fish and farm-to-table to timeless Mediterranean flavours, this illustrious hideaway offers high-end dining experiences inspired by Crete's ancient gastronomic heritage. Wake up to scrumptious breakfasts each morning and return for tantalising all-day fare, before lingering over an expertly-mixed cocktail at the swanky Lounge Bar.

  • Greek Island idylls: Pamper yourself with an indulgent massage at the sumptuous Elixir Spa, which offers an extensive selection of premium Aegeo Spa treatments, or simply spend long hours gazing at the horizon from the fabulous outdoor pool. And while you're sinking into the soft white sands of the private beach, the onsite kids' club is on-hand to keep little ones smiling.

How to get there

Located in Elounda on Crete's northeastern coast, Elounda Gulf Villas and Suites is about an hour's drive from Heraklion International Airport, and the hotel can arrange taxi transfers on request for an additional fee. 

Good to know

The hotel offers guests a complimentary shuttle service to the private beach club, which is approximately 10 minutes' drive away.

To stay informed about how the UK leaving the EU could affect you when travelling in Europe, and the steps you need to take, please visit the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

  • Coastal luxury: Blending world-class service with the intimacy of a private home, Elounda Gulf Villas and Suites is the ultimate five-star Crete pad. Tucked away on a rugged cliffside in a charming fishing village, this award-winning collection of suites and villas boasts striking views out over the Aegean, whilst inside airy interiors ooze laid-back, contemporary luxury. Opt for a private pool to paddle away in total seclusion, or soak up the sun from the stunning private beach.

  • Culinary refinement: From fresh fish and farm-to-table to timeless Mediterranean flavours, this illustrious hideaway offers high-end dining experiences inspired by Crete's ancient gastronomic heritage. Wake up to scrumptious breakfasts each morning and return for tantalising all-day fare, before lingering over an expertly-mixed cocktail at the swanky Lounge Bar.

  • Greek Island idylls: Pamper yourself with an indulgent massage at the sumptuous Elixir Spa, which offers an extensive selection of premium Aegeo Spa treatments, or simply spend long hours gazing at the horizon from the fabulous outdoor pool. And while you're sinking into the soft white sands of the private beach, the onsite kids' club is on-hand to keep little ones smiling.

How to get there

Located in Elounda on Crete's northeastern coast, Elounda Gulf Villas and Suites is about an hour's drive from Heraklion International Airport, and the hotel can arrange taxi transfers on request for an additional fee. 

Good to know

The hotel offers guests a complimentary shuttle service to the private beach club, which is approximately 10 minutes' drive away.

To stay informed about how the UK leaving the EU could affect you when travelling in Europe, and the steps you need to take, please visit the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website.

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Location and what's nearby

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Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi, Greece

On the gorgeous island of Crete, the quaint fishing village of Elounda is the perfect location for a relaxing retreat. There are plenty of golden beaches with dazzling Mediterranean waters for you to discover. Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites also affords gorgeous views of Spinalonga Island. 

If you’d prefer to explore the nearby town Aghios Nikolaos, you’ll find plenty of restaurants and tavernas serving delicious food. You’ll also be located an hour’s drive from Heraklion city, which houses the remains of Crete’s Knossos Palace, plus the famous archaeological museum.