Book the Domes of Elounda with VIP Benefits

The Domes of Elounda is located in northeastern Crete. This five-star hotel overlooks the waters of Mirabello Bay as well as the island of Spinalonga. It offers a tranquil escape that has a distinct Mediterranean flair. The luxury villas, gourmet cuisine, and attentive staff all contribute to a relaxed sense of luxury. This review will examine what makes this hotel a distinctive destination for a relaxing, luxury vacation on a Greek island.

Overview

The resort is ideal for families and couples seeking a relaxing holiday in a location that offers a range of entertainment options. Many pools and restaurants serve local products. One restaurant is on the seafront and serves fresh fish with a stunning view. A street food market and traditional dance performances also enhance the experience.

Moreover, booking accommodation with the Haute Living concept gives you 24/7 access to a members-only lounge. There, you can enjoy light food and drinks at any time. Guests can also recharge in adult-only zones.

Take a speedboat out to Spinalonga Island, which was the inspiration for a novel. You can also stroll to nearby villages, where you can experience the Cretan lifestyle.

Location

The Domes of Elounda lie in a curve of Mirabello Bay, on the edge of Elounda. The village was once a fishing community. It gained fame in the 70s when Aristotle Onassis and his entourage, including Jackie Kennedy, "discovered" the area.

You can find a traditional trehantiri boat that takes you to Spinalonga. The hotel is also 44 miles from Heraklion Airport and 33 miles from Crete's 18-hole golf course in Hersonissos.

Service & Facilities

The staff at this resort all provide top-class service. Guests can expect them to assist with organizing baggage delivery. They will also help with the care of toddlers and more, all with a big smile.

Moreover, the resort features several public pools, one of which is exclusively for adults. There's also a large beach with sunbeds shaded by trees and an outdoor gym. Additionally, the spa features an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and steam room. The staff delivers treatments, such as the resort's Cretan signature therapy, which uses local herbs. A games room for children is available.

Spa treatments are also available for kids. However, you need buggies for transportation because they're spread across a steep slope. The resort also features open-air concerts, performances, and live events.

Rooms

The hotel has 158 guest rooms and suites. The décor is playful with china cockatoos on the walls, bright colors in throws and art, and gold washbasins. Alternatives to air-conditioning include ceiling fans. There are also eight standalone two-story residences, each featuring a swimming pool. There are also four ultra-luxurious villas. They have heated pools that open to the outdoors, as well as private saunas and gyms.

The semi-detached residences have a large pool and a well-equipped, spacious kitchen. There is also a patio with plenty of seating and eating areas, as well as a good size. These apartments are near a restaurant and shopping complex that has a swimming pool. On the other hillside, there are 78 suites with whirlpools and private pools, some of which have stunning views of Spinalonga.

The 40 Core Residences are also situated on a hillside, offering distant views of the sea. They have uninspiring décor. The large terraces are not private. However, they have whirlpool baths and large pools.

With the Haute Living Selection Concept, you also receive additional perks, such as a complimentary minibar. You also gain access to a club lounge that's open 24/7. There, you can have drinks, snacks, and read newspapers. Room service is also available. The Core Open Plan Suites have an outdoor jacuzzi.

Dining

Tholos' breakfast is a great combination of variety and quality. There are many hot and cold stations with a range of options, as well as a healthy selection of smoothies and fresh juices. Haute-living guests can choose to have breakfast delivered to their rooms. They can also eat at the Blend restaurant next door.

The best seafood is served at the fish restaurant Akti 1911, which sits under olive trees overlooking Elounda Bay. Chefs prepare delicious dishes using local ingredients from the resort's garden.

Blend's menu, which features Nikkei cuisine—a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian flavors—offers a diverse range of dishes. The menu features an eclectic selection of dishes, ranging from carne a la brasa to miso-glazed aubergine.

Moreover, Cores, the street food area at the center of the resort, serves a variety of dishes, including gyros, pitas, tacos, and sushi.

Makris is the resort's fine dining restaurant. It offers tasting menus created by Michelin-starred chef Petros Diamas. The food served on the terrace overlooking Spinalonga is an eclectic mix of flavors and textures. The crispy crab-stuffed pastry, spiced with ginger and pickled red radish, is a highlight. Also, the sublime beef tartare, served with beer-battered crisps, an egg yolk dot, and truffle cream, is a must-try.

The Core is the ancient Greek-style open-air agora complex where pop-up shopping, street food, and a lineup of events intertwine.

Tholos

This restaurant features large windows with floor-to-ceiling views of the sea. Guests can also enjoy buffet breakfasts for every age and taste. Chefs cook Greek and Mediterranean dishes in the evenings. There is live entertainment every night as well.

Makris Fine Dining

The Makris Fine Dining Restaurant provides an exceptional dining experience. Enjoy a beautiful view of Spinalonga Island's Venetian Castle. The "Contemporary Greek Cuisine" earned the FNL Best Restaurant Award in 2022. Executive Chef Petros Diamas carefully designed the menu. It features a sublime selection of bold flavors and a perfect pairing of wine and champagne.

Akti 1910

This wooden deck is dressed with vintage décor and blends discreetly with the blue expanse of the sea. The sea-to-table concept is a hallmark of Beachfront Akti 1920. There, guests can watch the local fishermen deliver their catch.

You can also watch the chef cook it in front of you. Enjoy dishes served on the pier that are full of creativity and aroma.

Breeze

The Breeze All Day Beach Lounge is on a private beach in the Mediterranean region. This bar is situated in an area of natural shade and is crafted from wood, bamboo, and stone that have fallen naturally.

It is the most luxurious beach bar you can find. It's also the perfect place to spend the day from sunrise until sunset. Enjoy coffee, fresh juice, and cocktails at this relaxing seaside location.

This bar is the perfect spot to unwind and savor all-day drinks and cocktails. This is all while listening to the lapping of waves.

Mesoyios

Enjoy the Mesoyios Pool Bar's unique atmosphere, an oasis of water in the rugged Cretan mountain terrain. This is where you can enjoy the best drinks. Moreover, the bar is open all day, serving chilled champagne and a wide variety of beverages.

Grand Domes Bar

You can see the lovely Venetian castle on Spinalonga Island through the floor-to-ceiling windows. Grand Domes Bar is a unique domed structure with glistening chandeliers. This bar is open from dawn to dusk. It also combines a classic setting with premium spirits, perfectly blended cocktails, and much more.

Spa

The Soma Spa features a seawater indoor pool with sun loungers and mosaic-tiled treatment rooms. Moreover, the floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic views of the Mediterranean. The spa features a sauna and hammam, a steam room, a frigidarium, a tepidarium, and a range of beauty treatments.

Treatments include massages using Elemis, facials, body scrubs, and wraps. There is also a variety of massages.

A 100 sqm fitness room is also available for guests to use. Additionally, you can book personal trainers, as well as private yoga classes and Reformer Pilates sessions.

Takeaway

The Domes of Elounda hotel provides a slice of luxury Cretan paradise. It is a place where you can relax by your private pool and enjoy world-class food, as well as explore the rich Greek history. This luxury, family-friendly hotel is a place where memories and relaxation come easily.