Elounda Gulf Villas

Recent Reviews: 700

• User:Ricky S

  Trip type: Couples

  Wonderful staff, facilities, and location

  26 Apr 2026

  My wife and I just returned from a 7night stay, and we loved it. The people working here, all the people, clearly understand that you get the basics right - and you work hard at that for sure - but then it's the little things that lift a hotel up to the next level. For example, we were arriving late and they had thought to have some nice fresh snacks in the fridge and a bottle of wine to welcome us. There is clearly a lot of work going on from housekeeping, to the care of the facilities, but it feels unobtrusive. I can't speak highly enough, and I do hope that we get the chance to stay here again.

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• User:Anonxcvbnm

  Trip type: Family

  Overpriced and fading hotel struggling with the season opening

  06 Apr 2026

  We booked the hotel based on excellent reviews across a number of respected websites, even though the hotel looked a little tired from some of the photos. We had hoped excellent service would make up for it.Sadly there have been quite a few issues:- two bed suite was dark and dingy - the only view was from the kids suite was upstairs- pool filter broken so couldn’t clear sand from a recent sandstorm- main pool is not heated- power cut led to a noisy generator being erected next to our room- service at restaurant very slow. One night it took 1.5 hrs for drinks, a Greek salad, some cheese and kids pasta. We complained to manager who didn’t apologise - he just shrugged it off saying it was day 3. We asked twice through other staff, and all said they needed to speak with him, but he has not been in touch.- no inside option for dining at 12 degrees. Everyone dining in their coats.- limited menu options, especially for half board guests- basic issues in room not checked prior. We were the first guests this season eg WiFi, fridge not plugged in, coffee machine broken- very limited menu at beach club (only 2 items - one tortilla and Greek salad)We appreciate that there will always be teething issues in a hotel’s first week, but this isn’t a new hotel. It’s well established, markets itself ans a small luxury hotel of the world and very costly for the facilities and service.

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• User:D_ebbie400

  Trip type: Family

  Beautiful place!

  02 Nov 2025

  Just returned from a six night stay at this absolutely wonderful place! We stayed in Knossos villa which had a beautiful heated infinity pool with an incredible view. The (luxury) villa was very well equipped with sauna, jacuzzi and gym and beautifully decorated.Special thank to Louise at reception – friendly, professional and helpful – who looked after us so well – booking restaurants, organising our trip (to Richtis Gorge with a very knowledgeable guide) and anything else we needed.Breakfast was exceptional and evening dinner was very relaxing in front of the main pool.The private beach was a short (free) shuttle ride where we were welcomed with towels and iced water and plenty of sun beds.Nearby Elounda (five minutes in taxi) has lots of little restaurants and shops and Plaka, Spinalonga and Agio Nikolaos are also very near and really worth visiting.We were blessed with perfect weather for the whole of our stay – a lovely time of year to visit. All in all, an amazing holiday – would love to return soon!

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• User:Aine M

  Trip type: Friends getaway

  Perfection in Elounda!

  27 Oct 2025

  Just back from 5 days here and it was blissful. Exactly what we needed for rest and relaxation. We stayed in Spinalonga villa which was a very kind upgrade from what we had booked and we were so grateful as we had fantastic space including a fully equipped kitchen. The villa was so clean and bright - we had to tear ourselves away to venture elsewhere. The views, the food, the staff, the surroundings - all perfect. Just the little touches like the plentiful pool towels, the gorgeous freshly squeezed orange juice at breakfast, the excellent toiletries and the plants - the beautiful plants and shrubs that are so well tended to. It just makes the stay so much more enjoyable. The staff are so wonderful: helpful but not intrusive. Special shout out to the wonderful restaurant staff, particularly Kathila. Thank you all so much. We walked in to Elounda which was a 30 minute or so walk - we taxied back (€11 - not expensive). We stopped at another lovely hotel - Elounda Mare - for a cocktail on the way into town. Really gorgeous views from there too. We spent most of the time reading at the villa or by the pool or the private beach. The weather was ideal - 23/24c. One tip - google maps suggests there is a supermarket near the hotel which isn’t the case (it’s closed) so pick up any supplies in Elounda if needed. There isn’t anything I would change about the trip other than that I wish I had booked for 7 days!

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• User:Maria B

  Trip type: Friends getaway

  Gorgeous, tranquil getaway perched above the water

  27 Oct 2025

  This hotel offers deluxe rooms and amenities along with stunning views of the Bay, mountains. There are a number of suites with private infinity pools and saunas. Simply divine!