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Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World

★★★★★ Main Street, Elounda, GR

8.8 guest rating· 298 reviews

The five stars

Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Terrace.

Guests score it 8.8/10 across 298 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodations

Experience the epitome of luxury at the Elounda Bay Palace Hotel with its spacious and elegantly designed guestrooms, some featuring private terraces and pool access.

Fine Dining with a View

Indulge in exquisite culinary delights at the hotel's restaurants, offering a range of seafood specialties and Greek-international fusion cuisine, all while enjoying breathtaking views of Mirabello Bay.

Relaxation and Recreation

Unwind and rejuvenate with a variety of beauty treatments and wellness facilities including a fitness center, tennis court, and both indoor and outdoor swimming pools.

Experience the ultimate blend of luxury and relaxation at Elounda Bay Palace Hotel. Book now to secure your unforgettable stay!

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

Sleeps 3 · 35 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine

Located in the main building, this Deluxe double room offers a marble-lined bathroom and a private balcony with views of the sea. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on half board basis. Half board offers rich American breakfast and dinner buffet served in the hotel’s main restaurant Aretoussa, with beverages excluded. Alternatively, a Dinner credit of EUR 30 per adult and EUR 15 per child aged between 9-14 years old will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants with beverages excluded.

Classic Room with Sea View

Sleeps 3 · 26 m² · Double bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar

Offering views of the sea, this room features a marble-lined bathroom, a balcony and 2 single or a queen-sized bed. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on Half Board basis. Half Board offers rich American Breakfast & Dinner buffet served in the hotel’s Main Restaurant “Aretoussa” (excluding beverages). Alternatively, a Dinner credit of €30 per adult & €15 per child (9-14) will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants (excluding beverages).

Classic Room with Mountain View

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · Double bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar

This double room offers mountain views while it is composed of one bedroom with a Twin or Queen sized bed, marble - lined bathroom and a private balcony. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on half board basis. Half board offers rich American breakfast and dinner buffet served in the hotel’s main restaurant Aretoussa, with beverages excluded. Alternatively, a Dinner credit of EUR 30 per adult and EUR 15 per child aged between 9-14 years old will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants with beverages excluded.

Family Suite Open Plan Garden View

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine

This open-plan family Suite features a convenient layout, luxury facilities and enticing views. It is composed of a spacious bedroom with a King-sized bed and includes a single sofa bed, an elegant open-plan living room, a large modern bathroom or two bathrooms in some suites, as well as a WC with a shower. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on half board basis. Half board offers rich American breakfast and dinner buffet served in the hotel’s main restaurant Aretoussa, with beverages excluded. Alternatively, a Dinner credit of EUR 30 per adult and EUR 15 per child aged between 9-14 years old will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants with beverages excluded.

Mediterranean Villas Front Sea View with Private Pool

Sleeps 4 · 60 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine

These villas are located right above the sea and offer sea views. All villas are composed of an elegant bedroom with a separate living room stylishly decorated in warm Mediterranean tones. The bathroom offers a spa bath, TV and separate shower cabin. A large veranda and exclusive access to a private pool are featured. The pool can be heated upon request for an additional charge. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on half board basis. Half board offers rich American breakfast and dinner buffet served in the hotel’s main restaurant Aretoussa, with beverages excluded. Alternatively, a Dinner credit of EUR 30 per adult and EUR 15 per child aged between 9-14 years old will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants with beverages excluded.

Superior Bungalow Side Sea View

Sleeps 4 · 35 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine

These bungalows are composed of a bedroom with a queen-size bed, an open-plan living room designed with a marbled-lined bathroom with a bathtub and some have a separate shower cabin. The superior bungalow accommodations has a veranda with a patio and is located in the garden area, close to the swimming pool. Upon request, families are provided with connecting accommodations in Side Sea View Bungalows. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on Half Board basis. Half Board offers rich American Breakfast & Dinner buffet served in the hotel’s Main Restaurant “Aretoussa” (excluding beverages). Alternatively, a Dinner credit of €30 per adult & €15 per child (9-14) will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants (excluding beverages).

Luxury Suite Front Sea View with Shared Pool

Sleeps 3 · 50 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine

Set on the first row from the water’s edge and offering a view of the sea, this luxury suite is composed of a spacious bedroom with a queen-size bed, an open-plan living room and a spacious bathroom with a skylight feature, spa bath, TV, separate shower cabin and steam bath. The private veranda leads directly to a shared heated pool. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on Half Board basis. Half Board offers rich American Breakfast & Dinner buffet served in the hotel’s Main Restaurant “Aretoussa” (excluding beverages). Alternatively, a Dinner credit of €30 per adult & €15 per child (9-14) will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants (excluding beverages).

Deluxe Hotel Suite with Sea View

Sleeps 4 · 60 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom

Offering a bedroom and a separate or open-plan living room, this suite features one or two private bathrooms with a TV, spa bath, separate shower cabin, while some have a steam bath and gym modern equipment. It opens to a private balcony and offers views of Mirabello Bay. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on half board basis. Half board offers rich American breakfast and dinner buffet served in the hotel’s main restaurant Aretoussa, with beverages excluded. Alternatively, a Dinner credit of EUR 30 per adult and EUR 15 per child aged between 9-14 years old will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants with beverages excluded.

Superior Bungalow Front Sea View with Shared Pool

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine

This Superior bangalow features a Queen-sized bed and a lavish marble-lined bathroom. The bungalow opens to a private terrace overlooking the swimming pool and the Cretan Sea. The pool is shared between 7 bungalows and can be heated upon request for an additional charge. The half board basis that applies, offers rich American breakfast and dinner buffet served in the hotel’s main restaurant Aretoussa, with beverages excluded. Alternatively, a Dinner credit of EUR 30 per adult and EUR 15 per child aged between 9-14 years old will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants with beverages excluded.

Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine

These stylishly refurbished bungalows compose of a well-appointed bedroom with a Queen-sized bed and sofa that lead to either a balcony, a terrace or private garden with lawn and offer breathtaking views of the bay. The remodeled bathrooms all feature shower cabins, while some also include bathtubs. Upon request, families are provided with connecting accommodations in the room type Deluxe bungalows sea view. All rooms at Elounda Bay Palace are available on half board basis. Half board offers rich American breakfast and dinner buffet served in the hotel’s main restaurant Aretoussa, with beverages excluded. Alternatively, a Dinner credit of EUR 30 per adult and EUR 15 per child aged between 9-14 years old will be granted per day, nontransferable to be used against dinner, in all the resort a la carte restaurants with beverages excluded.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool - seasonal
  • Kids' pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Pool bar
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Sauna
  • Fitness classes
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  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Valet parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Mini golf
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Aerobics
  • Allergy-free room
  • Baby safety gates
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Badminton equipment
  • Beauty Services
  • Billiards
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Children's playground
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Currency exchange
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Dry cleaning
  • Entertainment staff
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Games room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hair Salon Services
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Indoor play area
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' club
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Manicure
  • Massage services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Minimarket on site
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Pedicure
  • Personal trainer
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Steam room
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Table tennis
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Tennis court
  • Tennis equipment
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Walking tours
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne
  • Yoga classes

Location

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Main Street, Elounda, GR

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.8298 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Beautiful location+ Good amenities for childrenCleanliness issuesFood quality not matching 5-star standards
Cleanliness8.2
Service9.7
Location9.7
Room Quality8.2
Amenities8.7
Value for Money8.6

Guest review

9.0

Very good overall.

I didn’t have a renovated room.

Hristo · CH · 2026-07-25

Enjoyed the place very much.

10.0

The hotel. The stuff. The room. The pools and sea shore facilities and the swimming in the bay wich was amazing The breakfast & dinner was mostlety very good .

The shower was small and the water heat was not stable.

Arie · IL · 2026-07-21

Guest review

10.0

The perfect example of Greek philoxenia! This was our second family holiday here, and once again it reminded us why we keep coming back. The hotel is beautiful, the staff are genuinely kind and welcoming, and everything is so well looked after. We're already hoping to book again for next summer and honestly, we wouldn't change a thing. Thank you for another wonderful stay!

Ioannis_Pavlina · GB · 2026-07-19

Guest review

10.0

Amazing hotel with a beautiful beach! We were pleasantly surprised when we were given a complimentary room upgrade, which made our stay even more enjoyable. Everything was excellent, and we would definitely love to come back. Highly recommended!

Anastasiia · UA · 2026-07-08

Guest review

10.0

מיקום מעולה קום נח ומפנק

Avishay · IL · 2026-07-05

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Elounda Bay Palace, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Kindly note that the dress code required in the hotel’s restaurants during the evenings is smart casual, with long trousers for gentlemen.

Please note the half-board rates include an American Breakfast and a dinner buffet served in the hotel’s main restaurant “Aretoussa” (excluding beverages). Alternatively, a nontransferable dinner credit voucher will be granted per day, to be used in all the resort's a la carte restaurants (excluding beverages).

The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For reservations made by a third party, you will need to complete an authorization form and present a copy of the person’s ID and credit card.

Dogs up to 5 kg are welcome only in bungalows and are not allowed in public areas, such us Restaurants, Beach area, Pools.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.