The Elounda Ilion is an elegant, sophisticated hotel built into the hillside with panoramic views throughout of the Mirabello Gulf and the medieval castle perched on the island of Spinalonga.
Staff here will give you a warm welcome and be attentive to your every need - the atmosphere is intimate while not being intrusive, which is why guests return year after year.The main focus is the huge, beautiful pool and decked sun terrace where you'll think you're in paradise.
This is the place to spend the day relaxing or, later, enjoying an aperitif while you watch the sun descend.
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with contemporary furnishings and fittings, each with a balcony and stunning views over the gardens and out to sea.There is also a playground for children.
If you do feel like venturing out, though, the nearest sandy beach is about a mile away and a small rocky cove is just two hundred metres from the hotel.Elounda, a small, picturesque town with a pretty harbour can be reached in a leisurely half-hour walk and from here boat trips can be taken to Spinalonga and the sunken city of Olounis.
Staff are happy to book taxis but why not hire a car and really make the most of the stunning scenery and attractions, all within easy reach.
After a day out and about, you'll find a wide choice of fresh, well-cooked dishes waiting for you in the attractive restaurant.Twin bedded rooms sleep 2/3 persons with direct dial telephone, satellite TV, mini bar, hairdryer, safety deposit box (payable locally), private bathroom with bath/shower and a balcony or terrace with sea view.
Some rooms have double beds.
Standard rooms sleep 2/2 with inland or side sea view, superior rooms sleep 2/3 with sea view, superior bungalows sleep 2/3 with sea view, studio bungalows sleep 2/4 with sea view, family suites sleep 2/4 with sea view and single rooms with inland view are also available at a supplement.In the main restaurant you can enjoy a breakfast buffet from 07:00 until 10:30 and dinner buffet from 18:30 until 21:30.
Food is prepared using natural Cretan products and Cretan olive oil - an essential ingredient of the Mediterranean diet.
From 12:30 until 16:00 you can enjoy a light lunch in the a la carte restaurant.The main bar of the hotel, is open daily from early afternoon until 17:00-24:00, where you can enjoy a big variety of drinks and cocktails, with or without alcohol, listening to pleasant music and admiring the beautiful viewsAfter breakfast, enjoy your coffee by the swimming pool in the snack bar.
Choose from a variety of snacks served throughout the day.Freshwater swimming poolGames and pool table area with table tennisMini golfTennis court.
Please note that some activities may be payable locally.Music night.24 hr receptionMain restaurantMain barSnack barSatellite TV loungeParking areaRoom service (10.00-21.00)Air conditioning.
Please note that some amenities may be payable locally.Children's paddling poolChildren's playgroundBabysitting & early meals (on request & payable locally)Highchairs available.