Per week
from 1715.00 to 3220.00 EUR
On first glance, it may be hard to believe that the stylish and luxurious Elounda Gulf Villas and Suites is family-friendly but, with kids menus in the restaurants, a handy list of nursery equipment, a brand new outdoor play area, and professionally run kids club and creche, it really is!
The fact that this elegant cluster of 18 pool villas and 10 suites is family owned, goes a long way to explaining why somewhere so obviously boutique in style can be so well thought out for families. They even go so far as to offer to pre-stock the accommodation with nappies, wipes, formula and baby food prior to guests arrival.
Here, parents can look forward to combining half-days with the kids splashing around in the pool or at the private beach club, with couple-time soaking up the beautiful sea views from a pool lounger, indulging in the spa or burning off excess energy in the gym whilst the kids are enjoying the kids club, which is free for children aged 4-12, or creche. Both childcare options are run by the UK-based World Wide Kids Company, so parents can be confident of them adhering to Ofsted standards and knowing little ones will be well cared for and entertained.
For those who can tear themselves away from the resort's lovely views, the bustling harbour town of Elounda is just one kilometre away and offers a wide range of shops, boutiques and tavernas; whilst larger Aghios Nikolaos with its inland lagoon, has an even wider choice and is just a short drive away. The nearest beach is just below the resort but best reached by car (10mins) or the free shuttle bus laid on for guests. The shuttle takes guests directly to the hotel's own private beach club which offers complimentary luxury sunbeds, shades and soft towels, as well as boating its own beach bar with snacks and drinks on offer.
Accommodation on offer at the resort ranges from 1 and 2 bedroom suites, set around the communal pool, to 1, 2 , 3 and 4-bedroom villas, each with their own private pools, some with private fitness suites and saunas.
Accommodation Overview - Senior Suite
The 60-75 square metre senior suites are located near the hotels main pool and children's pool. They sleep a maximum of 3 includng infants. The suites comprise of a spacious master bedroom with king size bed and large en-suite bathroom (bath and shower). There is a separate lounge with comfortable seating area, dining area and TV. The suite is thoughtfully equipped with a microwave, sink,mini fridge tea and coffee making facilities. The suites have private balconies or terraces which overlook either the fragrant gardens or the Gulf of Mirabello.
Rates include breakfast. Half-Board Upgrade €45pp (€25 under 12s). Min, 3 night stay.
Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites has a scenic but convenient location above one of the island's best beaches, about one kilometre from pretty harbour town of Elounda with its many good quality shops and tavernas. Although bustling, the town is not rowdy. There are only a handful of light night bars and most of the nightlife focuses around the pretty waterfront tavernas, of which The Ferryman, is often said to be the best.
A few minutes away by car is the larger town of Aghia Nikoloas, which has some good quality restaurants set around an inland lagoon and the nearby "Aqua Splash" waterpark. The mysterious, uninhabited island of Spingalonga, the subject of the recent Victoria Hislop bestseller 'The Island', is just across the bay and boat trips depart regularly from the harbour.
Other sites of interest within an hour's drive include the magnificent ruins of the Minoan city and palace of Knossos, which are breathtakingly well preserved and considered to be the second most important historic site in Greece, after the Parthenon in Athens.
Nearest Airport: Heraklion (approx 60mins transfer time) Flight from UK approx 3.5hrs
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Check-in time: 14:00
Check-out time: 11:00
Reservation Deposit: 30%
Balance: 0 days prior to arrival
Check-in time: 14:00
Check-out time: 11:00
Reservation Deposit: 30%
Balance: 0 days prior to arrival
Rates are per room/night and include daily buffet breakfast, taxes, fruit basket and wine on arrival, replacement of mineral water every day.
Check-in time: 14:00
Check-out time: 11:00
Reservation Deposit: 30%
Balance: 0 days prior to arrival
Rates are per room/night and include daily buffet breakfast, taxes, fruit basket and wine on arrival, replacement of mineral water every day.
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This one bed suite sleeps max. 3 incl. infants (2 adults + a child/baby). It comprises of a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, separate lounge & terrace/balcony. |
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 | Heraklion Airport is around 75minutes drive away |
 | Guests may use the resort's private beach club with its luxurious sun loungers, shades, towels and a free shuttle service (10mins drive). There's a beach bar serving snacks and drinks and watersports on request. |
 | The bustling harbour town of Elounda with its many excellent shops and restaurants is within 1km of the hotel |
 | Guests have use of the large communal pool, which is heated and pre-bookable swimming lessons are available for younger guests. |
 | The hotel has a lovely spa with steam room and gym and offers beauty and massage treatments. |
 | There is indoor play space associated with the creche and kids club |
 | From April 2015 Elounda Villas & Suites will have a brand new kids club (free of charge) and creche service (reasonable hourly rate) run by the UK-based World Wide Kids Company. The creche willa dhere to UK Ofsted standards. Care will be offered for children from 2 months - 4yrs in the creche and 4-12yrs in the kids club |
 | Babysitting is available on request at a reasonable charge |
 | This baby-friendly boutique resort offers baby gear including cots, highchairs, sterilisers, baby baths, baby monitors, bottle warmers, bathroom steps and bottle warmers on request. They can also arrange a pre-arrival or in-resort shopping service to include nappies, wipes, baby toiletries and baby foods/formula on request for a small supplement. |
 | Indoor toys and games are available in the kids club and a small selection for in the villas/suites |
 | There's a brand new kids playground from April 2015 |
 | in-room treatments are available on request |
 | From April 2015 Elounda Villas & Suites will have a brand new kids club (free of charge) and creche service (reasonable hourly rate) run by the UK-based World Wide Kids Company. The creche willa dhere to UK Ofsted standards. Care will be offered for children from 2 months - 4yrs in the creche and 4-12yrs in the kids club |
 | As well as the beach club snack bar, the hotel has two restuarants, the mian 'Argo' restuarant offers international cuisine and a kids menu with meals taken inside or out by the main pool. The Daphini restuarant is its fine dining restuarant offering gourmet Greek food overlooking the sea (shorts are not permitted) |
 | singel storey accommodation so stairgates not required |
 | The suite has a private balcony or terrace |
 | Free Wi-Fi is available |
 | The hotel has a small gym |
 | Multiple cots and highchairs can be provided. |
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