Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort

Crete, Elounda

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  • A beautiful coastal location complete with a private sandy beach
  • Featuring Crete’s only private golf course
  • Award winning spa, named by the Sunday Times as ‘Best Spa in the World’
  • Each room or suite has its own stunning sea views

With views that’ll have you reaching for your camera again and again, it’d be easy to just lie back and drink in the scenery at the Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort but there’s plenty more to it than that. Whether you fancy a little activity on Crete’s only private golf course or putting in some dressing gown hours at the impressive spa there’s plenty to keep you busy.

Ideal for families, the Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort offers a unique range of activities and clubs for children aged four months to 18 years meaning those travelling with older children can give them plenty of independence. There’s even a child-friendly spa treatment menu allowing guests age 5–12 to experience the world-class wellness facilities.

Fancy exploring a little? The pretty village of Elounda is just three kilometres away, head to the main square for authentic tavernas and a smattering of stylish bars or take a boat trip over to the famous island of Spinalong, a former leper colony, it’s the location for Victoria Hislop’s best-selling book The Island.

The hotel has 121 rooms, 6 floors, and 3 lifts.

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Beach Bar

Perfectly located next to both the sandy beach and the pool, the Beach bar serves snacks and drinks, including cocktails, all day.

Open: 10:00-00:00

Elies

This casual restaurant serves splendid Greek dishes under the grey-green canopy of an ancient olive grove. Situated next to the Resort’s seaside pool and the local beach so you can enjoy the views while you dine. 

Open: 12:30-15:30 & 19:00-22:00

Kirki Bar

Enjoy a pre or apres dinner drink on the beautiful terrace at the Kirki Bar; open until late it’s the perfect place to watch the sun set.

Open: 18:00-00:00

Il Borro Tuscan Bistro Elounda

This lovely Italian restaurant, located on the waterfront, offers delicious tastes and flavours from Tuscany. Pair your chosen dish with a glass of Tuscan wine for an even more authentic experience. 

Open: 19:00-22:00 (12:30-15:30 selected days)

Nafsika Restaurant

Serving a buffet breakfast and dinner, Nafsika restaurant offers a generous selection which is sure to please everyone.

Open: 07:00-10:30, 19:00-21:30.

Beach & Pools

Beach

The private Blue Flag awarded sandy beach is a peaceful and inviting place to while away the hours of sunshine. 

Swimming Pools

There is one main outdoor swimming pool, plus, a family-friendly children’s pool. There is also an indoor and outdoor pool at the Six Senses Spa, which is available at an extra charge. Sovereign guests staying a minimum of three nights benefit from one thalassotherapy pool session per stay. 

For Families

Family Services

Families are well catered for, with a selection of services to delight children and parents alike. Services include a welcome gift bag, slippers and daily luxury toiletries in the room, a separate children's dining room which is open every evening from 6pm, children's menus and fresh baby food at the onsite restaurants, babysitting in the evening and a nanny service during the day.

Guests can also rent items for in-room use, including: steriliser, bottle warmer, buggy, potty, step stool and baby bath. You may also ask for the room to be baby-proofed upon booking. This includes making plugs, corners and doors safe for little ones. 

Kid’s Ark Crèche

For younger children the crèche provides six day a week care with indoor and outdoor play areas and two shallow pools.

Ages: 4 months – 4 years

Open: 10.00-18.00 (closed on Sundays)

Kid’s Ark Juniors Club

From beach Olympics to treasure hunts, there are never two days the same at the Kid’s Ark Juniors Club. 

Ages: 5-12 years

Open: 10.00-18.00

Six Senses Kids’ Wellness & Lifestyle Experience

Introduce your children to the world of wellness with this exclusive day-long programme.

Ages: 5-12 years

Teenagers' Centre

Older children relax here and use the Wi-Fi, play computer games and take part in water sports activities or other sports.

Ages: 13-18 years

Open: 13:00-23:00

Spa & Wellness

Six Senses Spa

Spread over an incredible 2200sqm it’s easy to see why this impressive spa has been singled out as the ‘Best Spa in the World’. With a full menu of face and body treatments one visit probably won’t be enough.

Open: 10.00-18.00

Children under the age of 11 are not permitted in the spa. Older children can enjoy treatments but must be accompanied by an adult.

Activities & Entertainment

Sports Facilities

From a PADI certified dive centre to a private 9-hole golf course there’s a whole host of sporting activities to enjoy. Play a few sets on one of the three AstroTurf tennis courts, try your hand at wakeboarding or just play a few relaxed games of pool.

Valencia Soccer School Camp

Children aged 5-16 can brush up their football skills with this professional coaching programme. 

About the location

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort can be found on the north east coast of the Greek island of Crete. It’s in the pretty outskirts of Elounda, where you’ll find a selection of beaches, perfect for rest and relaxation. Head into the town for bars, restaurants, shops and a picturesque marina area full of luxury yachts and boats. 

When it comes to culture, take a boat trip across to Spinalonga Island, which is a former leper colony and home to an ancient fortress. The historic windmills along the bay provide a picturesque view, while Aghios Nikolaos is just a short drive away. Here you’ll find a sparkling lake, Venetian architecture and a further selection of shops, bars and restaurants. 

Transfer time

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort is an hour’s drive from Crete Heraklion Airport. 
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Premium Junior Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Premium Junior Suites are blessed with stunning sea views from the private furnished balcony. These suites come with a spacious living and dining area as well as a modern bathroom and dressing room.

45m²

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Premium One Bedroom Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Premium Suites invite you to relax in style with large comfortable beds, a luxurious marble bathroom and a furnished private balcony or terrace.

65m²

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Premium Junior Suite with Shared Pool

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Enjoy the privacy of your own pool in the Premium Junior Suite with Shared Pool. These suites come complete with a large comfortable bed and a spacious living area, perfect for the whole family.

45m²

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Premium Junior Suite with Private Pool

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Enjoy the privacy of your own pool in the Premium Junior Suite with Private Pool. These suites come complete with a large comfortable bed and a spacious living area, perfect for the whole family.

45m²

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Superior Room with Private Pool

Max 2 adults, 2 children

Superior Rooms with Private Pool feature expansive private terraces with breathtaking sea views. These rooms combine contemporary elegance with genuine charm and include a comfortable sitting area. The furnished private terrace offers direct access to an individual seawater swimming pool.

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Other Premium Suites

Enjoy the privacy of the Premium Suites at Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort.

Call to book one of the following room types:
Premium Junior Suite Shared Pool (max 3 adults, 1 child)
Premium One Bedroom Suite Individual Pool (max 3 adults, 2 children)

Special Offer

Save an additional 5% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 14 May - 01 November 2025

This offer must be booked by 04 December 2024.

This offer is combinable with the Early Booking Discount

Early Booking Offer

Summer 2025

Save up to 25% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 14 May - 10 July 2025 & 22 August - 01 November 2025.

Save up to 20% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 11 July - 21 August 2025

Valid when booked by 31 December 2024.

Spa Offer

Guests receive one Thermal Suite session per adult per stay at the Six Senses Spa for holidays between 14 May - 01 November 2025.

A minimum stay of 3 nights required.

Honeymoon Offer

Honeymooners will receive:-

  • A specially decorated room
  • Cretan traditional wedding present
  • Bottle of sparkling wine and flowers
  • Champagne honeymoon breakfast in-room on the first morning
  • One complimentary Thermal suite session at the awarded Six Senses Spa for the couple, to be taken the first 48 hours after arrival at the resort

A wedding certificate must be presented upon reservation.

Hotel Inclusions

Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort value added inclusions:

  • VIP check-­in with a glass of sparkling wine
  • Guests are welcomed with a “Porto Elounda Golf & Spa welcome treat” and “Hospitality surprise courtesies” during the stay.
  • Kids welcome gift 
  • Free internet in all areas.
  • Bathrobes, slippers, and luxury toiletries in all accommodation
  • Daily turn down service
  • Nespresso coffee, tea (Tea and coffee facilities in some), bottle of water
  • Gym, deckchairs, sunshades & beach towels at the pool & the “Blue Flag” private sandy beach

Half Board

A buffet-style breakfast and dinner in the Nafsika restaurant. Daily allowance of €24 per adult and €12 per child for dining a la carte (not cumulative).

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Solo female traveller

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Tripadvisor review Sep 18 2024
I was quite nervous about travelling to this hotel as a solo female traveller. Absolutely nothing to be nervous about, they looked after me from start to finish. Hotel - absolutely stunning...
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Absolutely beautiful

costid420, Rome, Italy

Tripadvisor review Aug 31 2024
Porto Elounda is absolutely beautiful. Staff work hard, especially those who take care of breakfast and lunch. The girls at reception were very friendly and helpful. Our room was honestly amazing...
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