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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
$428
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7

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Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Crete Island, 72053
  • Elounda Windmills
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Plaka Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Spinalonga
    ‪28 min drive‬
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    ‪79 min drive‬

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Classic Bungalow, Sea View

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View (SPA Building)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Yachting Villa Sea View Private Pool

  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Hotel or Bungalow Suites Sea View (One Bedroom & Sitting Room Open Plan)

8.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Hotel or Bungalow Suite Sea View (One Bedroom & Sitting Room Separate or in open plan style)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Sea View (Shared Pool, SPA Building) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View (Shared Pool, SPA Building)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, Sea View

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Island Bungalow Waterfront

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Island Villa Sea View with Private Pool

  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Wellness Waterfront Island Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Hotel or Bungalow Suite Sew View

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Sea View (SPA Building)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Bungalow Suite Waterfront Private Pool

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World

5-star Agios Nikolaos hotel with private beach
Catch some rays on Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants.
Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World offers 219 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Agios Nikolaos hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

A private beach, 7 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and a health club are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 14 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with complimentary cabanas and umbrellas. At Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities like surfing/body boarding and snorkeling.

Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning as well as a complimentary manager's reception. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at one of the 3 coffee shops/cafes. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. This Mediterranean hotel also offers a seasonal outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a health club. Guests can use the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Dionyssos - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Argonaut - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Blue Lagoon - This restaurant is located on the beach and specializes in Asian cuisine. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Kafenion - This restaurant specializes in Greek cuisine. Open daily.
Artemis - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open 24 hours. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 8 km
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 5 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Argonaut
  • Artemis
  • Blue Lagoon
  • Dionyssos
  • Kafenion

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 7 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Communal pool
  • Designer stores
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Parasailing
  • Pedal boat
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Rafting
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sail boat
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Changing table
  • Free area shuttle
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,198 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 14 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1971
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Select accommodations have private pools, heated to approximately 77 degrees Fahrenheit (25 degrees Celsius).

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to April 11:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Beach
  • Business center
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Golf course
  • Hot springs
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis courts

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 11 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Elounda Beach Hotel
Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas
Elounda Beach Villas
Hotel Elounda Beach

Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, a Member of the Leading Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHELLIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from beginning to end. Excellent, very friendly and accommodating staff, great food, walk to the beach, great pools, wonderful spa on property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay!

This was our first trip to Crete and our first impressions were good - on arrival we were taken by buggy to reception from the car park, bags whisked away. Check in was very smooth with a welcome glass of bubbly. We were shown around the resort and taken to our room. This was a classic bungalow sea view - unfortunately there were a few issues with the room which were resolved over the first couple of days. The room was large, nicely laid out with a small secluded garden area. It is in need of renovation but was very comfortable. We were moved to another room for the last two days which was an island bungalow waterfront room which was fabulous!! Grounds, beach and pool all immaculate. Breakfast was wonderful - every choice there in buffet and great service and views. Beach staff were incredibly helpful and friendly too. Joanna our concierge was always available and resolved our queries quickly and efficiently. Elounda is a short taxi (€8 each way) ride which has nice restaurants too. It’s the staff predominantly then the grounds, location and food that absolutely win the prizes here and we will hopefully be back!!
At breakfast
From Veghera Jetty Bar to beach
View from classic bungalow
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Location, friendly staff, well equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guest profile has changed for the worse in the last 2 years leading to the hotel becoming quite noisy and less relaxed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we liked the property very much' we wish the water sport wouldn't be so expensive
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ayelet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

omer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, nice beach, good restaurants Minus: mattress old and uncomfortable, overpriced for extras (bday cake, etc)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

EKATERINA

Thank you, Elounda for our nice vacation. Amazing sea and nature. Hotel is very green. The staff was trying to make our stay more comfortable. We will come back.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful resort hotel, a 3-minute walk from the beach, with a friendly, helpful and efficient staff. We were in a bungalow-type room, with private entrance and a deck with comfortable lounge chairs and an umbrella that provided enough shade that we could be outdoors most hours of the day. Our only complaint was that the bathroom didn't have a real shower, just a hand-held, with no place to put the shower head. The jacuzzi tub was fun, but for those of us who prefer showers to baths, it was inconvenient. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nearly a perfect Oasis .......

The location of this hotel is fantastic, about 40 minutes drive from Heraklion Airport and on a very scenic route. It is in the most beautiful setting, in fact we didn't leave the complex for 7 days as it was so tranquil. The staff particularly at breakfast are so attentive and friendly, they understand customer service perfectly. The food is exceptional and we tried each of the restaurants before sticking with our two favourite's which were the find dining at Dionyissus and the Greek Taverna. I would mention several downsides:- Whilst the bungalow was cleaned every day and fresh towels are always available, the sheets didn't get changed once in 7 days and the room cleaning wasn't very thorough. The floors were dirty and the picture window overlooking the sea from the bathroom which is a big selling feature was smeared and marked. Whilst you are offered exactly the same beverages menu in each of the restaurants, the measurements and servings were not at all consistent and are considerably over-priced, which is a real shame. The website is also not up to date and where it mentions an on-site buffet in the evening, its only available in the next door hotel, the Elounda Palace. The site also mentions an amphitheatre for films and performances which also doesn't seem to be available. None of the above spolit our visit and we will definitely visit this hotel again, but maybe only stay B & B and get a hire car to ensure more variety and fairer prices in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in good location with great staff. Beds were uncomfortable and food prices in the restaurants far too high otherwise all good.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All the amenities of a fine resort.

My wife an I loved our stay. This resort is offered high end accommodations at a reasonable price, granted, nearing the end of the season (October). The staff were "excellent" from checkin to checkout, they give a very personalized experience. It was nearing the end of the season and we were upgraded to a very nice room, with more space and a view to die for. We loved our experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Supriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dee, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very enjoyable holiday.

Excellant hotel. Very pleased we chose it. Glad we hired a car which is a good option for both going to other parts of the island and going out in the area. Glad we were in Elounda has a number of excellent restaurants. Food in the hotel was also excellent . We ate in the Italian restaurant but found a two course meal too expensive to sustain every evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

holly , california

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location. Comfortable and clean rooms. A variety of food options (some better than others). It’s a little pricey for what it is, but was a highlight of our trip
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what we expected

This is ultimately a resort. We went to Crete looking to get to know the island, eat locally, see sites etc. This resort is located a decent distance from the neighbouring towns. The idea is to stay on site for activities and to eat. We wanted to see more of the island rather than sit poolside. They also have restaurants of different cuisines on site, while we were looking to eat local Greek food. We did eat at the pool bar one day and the food was aweful and expensive. The breakfast was tasty but very Americanized. A good place to go to relax and stay on a resort, not the place to get to know and see Greece.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxurious, family oriented resort

This resort deserves its five star rating. It has all of the amenities that you would expect but what sets it apart is the staff. The clientele is mostly European but the resort is very family friendly. The only slight minus was the dining options. We were on a half board, meaning we got breakfast and dinner. Breakfast was great but dinner got a bit monotonous. The resort offered a 25 Euro discount per person if you wanted to eat at another restaurant at the resort. We tried it and it was not worth the expense. Lunch was at our own expense and without the 25 Euro discount, the emphasis is on expense. Food was great and service was even greater but we racked up a considerable bill. Also to keep in mind, there is a dress code for men at dinner. Long pants are required. This was ignored by many of the guests but it's worth keeping in mind when packing! Bottom line is this is a great resort in a beautiful setting. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017