Elounda is the most famous cosmopolitan location not only in the island of Crete but also in the entire Aegean Sea much acclaimed for its outstanding establishments in a magnificent natural enviroment. For these reasons, its fine hotels, listed below, proudly belong to the exclusive category of the Luxury Elounda Hotels of the World.
Elounda Beach – Elounda Bay Hotel – Porto Elounda De Luxe Hotel – Elounda Mare Hotel – The Peninsula All Suite Hotel – Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites – Blue Palace Hotel – Pleiades Luxurious Villas – these fine hotels contstitute a luxurious mosaic, which has been repeatedly chosen by world statesmen, prime ministers, members of royal families and national as well as international celebrities of stage and screen! The lagoon of Elounda is shaped between the coast and a small peninsula of 7-8 km length that serves as a breakwater. Today, the peninsula is separated from the mainland by a channel that was dug by the French at the end of the 19th century. A narrow bridge joins the peninsula with the mainland.
The ancient city of Olous was situated in the area of Elounda. Some ruins of the city are preserved at the edge of the peninsula, but most of them are below sea level. The ancient history is visible on the seabed, magically connecting the rich past with the fascinating presence. During summer, boats leave the harbour every hour, transporting visitors to the small islet of Spinaloga giving the chance to the passengers to stroll in a deserted leper colony with its Venetian Fortress. Elounda Hotels is a dream location for a luxurious relaxing holiday.