Elounda Beach Hotel, Crete

Location

Considered to be one of the finest hotels in Crete, Elounda Beach Hotel – a member of Leading Hotels of the World – occupies a prime position amid 40 acres of colourful, landscaped gardens on the Greek holiday island's stunning northeast coast. The resort sits right on the waters edge and boasts two private sandy beaches and a tranquil marina.

Accommodation

The luxury accommodation at Elounda Beach is divided across several buildings, suites and villas within the hotel's sprawling grounds. With 27 different categories – all with balcony or terrace and all vey private – there's enough choice to cover a huge range of needs and budgets. And every room or suite, no matter which you choose, offers a stylish, spacious and private retreat with numerous added touches and amenities, including marble bathrooms, air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bar, safe, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers and views across the gardens, marina and sea beyond. For an extra level of luxury, the resort's Yachting Villas, as well as a selection of bungalows and suites, feature private pools and an enviable location directly on the waterfront with direct access to the sea.

Dining

Enjoy elegant, a la carte dining at all the hotel's restaurants. There's the wonderful Dionysos, with its dreamy courtyard and Mediterranean flavours; the Peruvian-Japanese culinary perfection or Blue Lagoon Restaurant and Sushi Bar; The Argonaut for a little slice of Italy; and delicious Cretan cuisine at Kafenion. There's also a comprehensive selection of bars to choose from, with the chance to enjoy a cooling drink by the pool, on the beach or in the hotel's stylish lobby.

Facilities

Families and couples are both well catered for at Elounda Beach and a supervised children's club and playground give parents a much-needed chance to relax and enjoy some of the resorts many facilities. Water sports are among the many popular activities on offer and include waterskiing, windsurfing, sailing and a PADI certified dive centre. For pure relaxation, head to the Espace Vitalité Chenot Spa, which boasts 12 treatment rooms, a massage suite, indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath, beauty parlour, hairdresser and gym. There's also the chance to enjoy mini-golf, badminton, tennis, basketball and mini-soccer.