HOTEL REVIEW: Elounda Gulf Villas, Crete, Greece

Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites offers the perfect luxurious villa holiday. The boutique hotel is a proud member of SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World), offering personalised hospitality to the highest standards.

Location

Located in a quiet Cretan town called Elounda, Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites enjoys spectacular views of the Aegean Sea surrounded by Elounda bay. Elounda is a charming fishing village hidden away in the Eastern coast of Crete and therefore the hotel provides an oasis and a sanctuary from daily life.

Accommodation

There is a variety of 18 private luxurious villas on offer. From one-bedroom villas with a private infinity pool to three-bedroom villas with a spacious terrace, private pool (can be heated upon request), sauna and gym. Thanks to this, the hotel caters for everyone’s needs whether it is an intimate honeymoon or a family vacation.

We stayed in a three-bedroom villa with a private pool, private sauce and a private gym, with our 8-month old daughter. It was the perfect setting to spend quality time together.

The interior design of the villas matches the tranquil Greek holiday vibes of the property, with a combination of antique furniture and mediterranean touches. The villas come with fully equipped kitchen with a hob, oven, cutlery, dishwasher and a dinning table. In addition, the living room has large TV, coffee table and a comfortable sofa.

Dining options

The hotel features two a la carte restaurants with fine-dining Mediterranean and international cuisines. Using “farm-to-table” approach, the Chef makes dishes from fresh produce to offer guests an unparalleled dining experience. Furthermore, there is also an option to dine in your private villa or suite by ordering room service.

Private beach club

Located 10 minutes drive away from the resort, the hotel offers on-demand shuttle to their private beach. Tranquil and picturesque, the beach is a true hidden gem with excellent facilities such as comfortable sun beds and a restaurant for lunch.