Elounda Mare Hotel Relais & Chateaux - Heraklion

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The large 4000 m2 seawater pool is accompanied by pockets of yellow sun loungers, nestled between the trees, overlooking the sea. For young ones, a children’s paddling pool offers a shallow spot to cool off. Recline on a sun lounger, sip iced drinks and tuck into snacks courtesy of the refreshments service along the Blue Flag-awarded shore. If you’re in the mood for something more energetic, water sports include inflatable games, water-skiing, scuba diving, sailing and windsurfing. For something extra unforgettable, charter the resort yacht to explore nearby islands. Indoors, there’s an attractive gym with Cybex equipment and garden views.

Just 500 metres away and accessible by a complimentary shuttle, sister resort Porto Elounda Golf and Spa Resort features a nine-hole par-three golf course with PGA instruction. Here you’ll also find the Six Senses Spa, where a host of signature treatments await, using natural products. Choose from personalised wellness plans designed to identify and target treatment areas, alongside a host of Ayurveda practises, massages, facials and body treatments. Locally inspired pampering includes the Sense of Greece treatment, incorporating an olive stone body exfoliation, a warm seaweed wrap, a Mediterranean antioxidant facial, Zeus power massage and a marine salt bath. Afterwards, venture to the resort’s shopping square to browse boutiques, a news stand and even an art gallery.

You can also visit the second sister resort, Elounda Peninsula Luxury Resort, less than 500 metres away by shuttle. It hosts the kids' club. The Kids’ Ark offers childcare services for children aged between four months and four years, while those aged 5 to 12 can let loose with waterslides and a play area at the activities centre.

Dining information

Sea views and a sumptuous buffet breakfast begin your day at Elounda Mare’s Deck restaurant. Later on, venture to Yacht Club for Greek-inspired lunches and dinner, with a focus on tradition and seafood. It overlooks the resort’s sandy beach. For fine dining in a blooming garden, head to the Old Mill. Set around an ancient millstone, they serve an award-winning a la carte menu and accompanying wine list.

For refreshments throughout the day, the Beach Bar is located next to the sands, while Karavia Bar is a cosy lounge featuring folk art and antiques and is a social hub come evening.

At neighbouring Elounda Peninsula Luxury Resort, further dining options include the acclaimed Il Borro Tuscan Bistro Elounda, where a la carte lunch and dinner can be enjoyed, complemented by a wine list which includes the namesake red Il Boro from Tuscany. It's also joined by a lounge with live music or DJ tunes. In the evenings, Sumosan’s award-winning Japanese-influenced experience includes sushi, sashimi and cocktails with a Japanese twist, served along the waterfront. The Elies Beach House welcomes renowned nutritionist Emily English showcasing a curated menu focused on enjoyable, healthy dishes next to the seaside pool.

For those on the Half Board Dine Around plan, you can enjoy either a three-course set dinner menu at the Yacht Club restaurant or a buffet dinner at Nafsika, which is located at Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort. Alternatively, a credit of 24 EUR per adult and 12 EUR per child can be used at participating a la carte restaurants at Elounda Mare Hotel Relais & Châteaux, Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort and Elounda Peninsula Luxury Resort.

For those on the Premium Dine Around plan, you can dine at all a la carte restaurants and enjoy weekly theme nights at Elounda Peninsula Luxury Resort, Elounda Mare Hotel Relais & Châteaux and Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort.

Please note that the restaurants opening and operating hours are subject to seasonality and a weekly programme.