"A refined five-star retreat on Crete’s Mirabello Bay, blending timeless Cretan charm, exceptional dining and discreet luxury beside a private sandy beach"
SETTING & STYLE
Set along the sun-drenched shores of Elounda overlooking the sparkling waters of Mirabello Bay, Elounda Mare Hotel, Relais & Châteaux is an intimate luxury retreat where traditional Cretan character meets refined five-star hospitality. Whitewashed buildings, fragrant gardens and panoramic sea views create a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere, while the hotel's private sandy beach offers a secluded setting for relaxing beside the Aegean. A proud member of Relais & Châteaux, Elounda Mare combines elegant accommodation with highly personalised service and an authentic sense of place.
RESTAURANTS & BARS
Dining is a highlight, with several distinctive venues offering everything from sophisticated Cretan cuisine to fresh local seafood. Old Mill, set in a beautiful waterside garden around an ancient millstone, specialises in refined Cretan cuisine and has earned a prestigious Toque d’Or award. Yacht Club enjoys a dramatic position overlooking the beach, serving Greek specialities and locally sourced seafood. Deck provides a relaxed setting for breakfast, with buffet and à-la-carte options accompanied by magnificent sea views. Guests can also enjoy additional restaurants and bars throughout the wider Elounda Collection, connected by exclusive sea transfers.
RELAX
Days can be spent between the hotel's private beach and expansive swimming pool, or enjoying the extensive wellness facilities at the Six Senses Spa. Guests can make use of indoor and outdoor spa pools, fitness facilities, yoga, massage and a range of beauty and wellness treatments. For a more active escape, there is tennis, watersports, sailing, diving, cycling, hiking and access to nearby golf.
FAMILY
Elounda Mare is particularly appealing to families seeking luxury without compromising on privacy. Facilities include a dedicated children's pool, Kids' Ark with waterslides, children's activities, kids' menus, highchairs and babysitting. Connecting rooms, family suites and multi-bedroom villas provide flexible accommodation for families and larger groups.
Accommodation & Facilities:
Twin Room – with a sitting area, balcony or terrace and sea views.
Superior Room – offering a spacious sitting area, large walk-in shower and balcony or terrace.
One-Bedroom Suite – with a separate living room divided from the bedroom and a balcony or terrace.
One-Bedroom Superior Suite – with a separate living room, balcony or terrace and enhanced space.
Two-Bedroom Superior Suite – with two bedrooms, separate living area and en-suite bathrooms.
Two-Bedroom Superior Suite with Private Pool – with two bedrooms, separate living area, furnished outdoor space and private pool.
Deluxe Bungalow with Private Pool – traditionally styled with a private furnished garden, sea views and pool.
Superior Bungalow with Private Pool – offering a separate or semi-separated living area, private garden, pool and sea views.
Two-Bedroom Superior Bungalow – with two en-suite bedrooms, separate living area, private pool and furnished garden.
Accommodation generally features air conditioning, Wi-Fi, television, safe, minibar, coffee and tea-making facilities, telephone, desk, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, towel and pillow service and storage. Depending on category, rooms and villas may additionally offer separate living areas, furnished terraces or gardens, private pools, marble bathrooms, Airbath® tubs, steam showers, private saunas and wellness facilities.