The Porto Elounda is the latest five-star creation
of architect Spyros Kokotos, designer of all the well-known luxury
resorts in Elounda. Unique in many respects, Porto Elounda
is the only 'Insignia Resort' in Greece.
The Resort lies 500m from the renowned Hotel Elounda Mare,
the only Relais & Chateaux in Greece.
Both Hotels are under the same management and receive the personal attention of
the Kokotos family.
The Porto Elounda Deluxe Resort is built on the
seafront, on a plot of 110,000 m² with a 150 meter long private sandy beach.
The view from the Main Building, the Villas and Bungalows over Mirabello
Bay and the distant mountains, is magnificent. The rooms and suites in
the main building have all been renovated in 2003/2004, providing excellent
accommodation with large balconies or terraces. The public areas are decorated
with antique and contemporary furniture and rugs. Porto Elounda
is also the sole Greek resort that includes an Executive
nine-hole Golf Course and a Golf Academy.
The first view from the hilltop is a panorama of the Bay of Mirabello, where
the foreground is dominated by the Porto Elounda De Luxe Resort and the
green expanse of its golf course. Designed with respect to the architectural
tradition of the land, this unique complex is an oasis of recreation and
discreet luxury comprising the hotel and the seafront bungalows and villas.
Staying at Porto Elounda is a delight of traditional Cretan
architecture and interior design. The typical whitewashed surfaces bind
harmoniously with the brown and gray rock walls, the local carob and olive
trees. The decoration is exclusively antique pieces of folk-art: carpets,
chests, tapestries, mantelpieces with fine Cretan marble throughout the Halls
and Salons.
Some Rooms have direct access from their balconies to the large oblong pools.
Right on the seafront are Bungalows with direct access to the
sandy beach or platforms on the rocks and there even is a Grande Suite
with its own private beach, outdoor pool and garden, indoor pool and more.
The Resort has been awarded the European Blue Flag for the
past six consecutive years in recognition of the continuous efforts of
maintaining the environment in pristine condition, for efficient water
management, wastewater treatment and for the participation in the raising of
environmental awareness among the staff and local schoolchildren.
The Porto Elounda Resort is situated 7 km to the east of Agios
Nikolaos in what is generally considered the most beautiful part of Crete
and 70 km, approximately 1 hour’s drive, from Heraklion International
Airport. Fly to Athens and take the connections to Heraklion, or fly direct to
Heraklion by charter flight from many European cities.
Restaurants
- Nafsika Breakfast buffet and table d'hôte dinner
- Playiada Theme evenings
- Odysseus A la carte lunch
- Elies A la carte lunch and dinner
Restaurants' operation varies according to the season and weather conditions
Elegant attire in à la carte restaurants (no shorts in the evening)
Breakfast buffet and table d’hôte dinner are served in the ‘Nafsika’
restaurant, with wonderful views across the bay. During summer, Mediterranean
and Cretan à la carte dining is available in the olive grove of ‘Elies’
restaurant, while lunch is served at ‘Odysseus’ tavern, right on the
water’s edge, with a selection of fresh seafood and Greek dishes.
Behind the “Blue Flag”-awarded long sandy private beach, featuring sundecks
and waiter service, lies "Playiada". Inspired by a Greek village square
and covered by a robust wooden pergola, it is the ideal location for taking
shade during the day and for theme festivities in the evening. A variety of
boutiques, the art gallery and the pro shop are all located around the Orthodox
Chapel of Prophet Elias.
Bars
Kirki Bar Lobby bar and lounge with piano music in the evening
The Kirki Bar, offering delightful views across the bay, is the perfect
place for aperitifs and cocktails, accompanied by piano music in the evening,
whereas at the Beach Bar drinks and snacks are served throughout the day.
Beach Bar: Snacks and drinks
