Eric Morrow
We had a wonderful stay and would happily recommend this hotel. The beach was absolutely perfect—calm, relaxing, and picturesque, with soft sand in and out of the water. It was great for both kids and adults, and access to boating activities could not have been easier. Truly the highlight of our trip.
The breakfast was excellent, both in quality and presentation, with beautiful views to start the day. The rooms were very spacious, with fantastic bathrooms, strong air conditioning, and lovely views. Housekeeping was outstanding, and the front desk team was excellent—attentive, professional, and warm, embodying authentic Greek hospitality.
A few areas could be improved... Lunch service from the beach chairs wasn’t up to the same standard as the rest of the hotel—the menu was limited, food and smoothies were not great, and alcohol options were lacking. The gym facilities felt outdated for a property of this caliber, and a dedicated cocktail bar closer to the Peninsula side of the property would really elevate the atmosphere (during day and happy hour).
Overall, this is a beautiful hotel in a stunning location with many standout qualities. We left feeling relaxed and with great memories, and would definitely recommend for family vacation spot.
Michelle Cheng
We stayed at Elounda Peninsula in October as a family of three in room 3159, which had a private pool and split level. When we arrived, we were pleasantly surprised because the room was much better in person than in the photos on the hotel’s website. The photos were quite limited, so we didn’t know exactly what to expect, but the space and layout were far beyond what we imagined.
We arrived late, and the staff were kind, patient, and incredibly accommodating. The room looked recently renovated and was spotless. Everything felt fresh and well cared for.
The hotel itself is stunning. The private beaches are probably the best on the island, with soft sand and wave breakers that keep the water calm and peaceful. It made for the most relaxing days by the sea. The view from our room was amazing too, and waking up to the sound of the water was unforgettable.
Breakfast was a highlight every morning. The team there deserves a special mention. They were warm, attentive, and nothing was ever too much trouble. Even though breakfast is full table service, they were happy to make adjustments and always did so with a smile. It really stood out how every staff member was willing to help, not just the one assigned to our table. They were also so lovely to our son, which made mornings even better.
The resort is very family friendly. The children’s pool is gently heated and perfect for little ones, and there was plenty to do around the grounds. We didn’t end up using the creche much because we were happy just spending time together on site.
We also took the pontoon to one of the sister properties and had a great meal at the Old Mill restaurant. It was delicious and worth the short trip.
This feels like a bit of a hidden gem because it didn’t come up high in our search results, yet the quality was way higher than the Domes, where we also stayed. In truth, the location, the quality of the private beaches, and the overall experience make it a far better choice for families.
Overall, we had a wonderful stay. The setting, service, and attention to detail made it one of the best hotels we’ve ever visited. We’d love to come back.
Cristina Psomadakis
Just had a five day stay - truly magical. Hotel is on a secluded cove with private beach, sea view rooms and very short drive to Agios Nikolaos or Elounda towns. It is Greek owned so not a big nameless chain, yet very luxurious with a six senses spa. The staff are friendly and attentive, they helped us celebrate a very special moment with all these sweet touches, and there are numerous food options, all delicious. Can’t wait to return!
Andrew Downes
Top-notch hotel. Breakfast restaurant cleverly situated to be out of the wind but have a fantastic sunrise view. Rooms excellent. Pools are luxurious but all salt water so doesn't feel so impactful on the environment. Really nice to float tbh!
Kendall GS
We had an amazing stay at Elounda Peninsula this past week! The hotel is in a really gorgeous area that feels set up like a small village. The rooms are so spacious and it had a fantastic view of the water. There's a ton of activities to do both at the hotel and nearby, and so many options for dining (we loved Sumosan, Old Mill, and Greek Opa night). Even the room service was consistently very good. Most impressive of all is the service of the staff, they are really wonderful and hospitable and made our stay special and took care of all of our needs.
If I was to note one thing- this hotel is very very very family friendly (which is great) but as a young couple without kids traveling we felt like it is maybe more geared towards that. However, there's still a ton to do as a couple and quiet spaces you can find by the beach, and the restaurants at night did not feel full of kids. I just want to point out that it is mostly families at the hotel- and we can see why because they have so many activities to keep everyone entertained.
We would love to go back to this hotel in the future and we miss it already!
