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Glykeria Hotel, hotel in Elafonisi

Located at the south-western corner of Crete, the family-run Glykeria Hotel features an outdoor pool with a sea-view sun terrace, and a restaurant.

The location is perfect for exploring the area. The views from the room and restaurant are beautiful. The team at Glykeria are incredible hosts. It's a welcoming experience and they offer as much as possible for you to enjoy the area.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
597 reviews
Price from£73.56per night
Xasteria, hotel in Elafonisi

Xasteria features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Elafonisi.

The location is close to the lagoon actually is just across the place and a few minutes drive to the pink beach and its not crowded which is nice to walk around. The owner is so helpful and friendly that he attended all of our requests. He have suggested as well where to go and what to do around the area. We enjoyed our stay! Thank you! =)
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
531 reviews
Price from£93.35per night
Elafonisi Village, hotel in Elafonisi

Located in Elafonisi, 700 metres from Elafonissi Beach, Elafonisi Village provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

The beach is beautiful but has been ruined by sunbeds and amenities. It is no longer remote and private. It is over run with tourists. The accommodation was quiet as only one other place to stay at this beach. The pictures look nicer than the actual space inside. However, the outside is pleasant and quiet. The beach was much nicer early mornings and late afternoon as the hoards of tourists had left.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
836 reviews
Price from£104.54per night
Elafonisi Rooms For Rent, hotel in Elafonisi

Boasting family rooms, this property provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation features room service and free WiFi.

Top number one
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
626 reviews
Price from£47.75per night
Elafonisi Resort by Kalomirakis Family, hotel in Elafonisi

Featuring an a la carte restaurant, Elafonisi Resort by Kalomirakis Family is set amidst a garden with olive trees.

The hotel is very nice, good installations and all you need. What really really stood out was the treatment by the personell; Thanisios una Harris in reception were super friendly and helpfull; Kostas in the evening and Isabelle for brealfast in the restaurant gave us a 5 star service. They were the ones that served us but the whole restaurant crew was very fortxoming. Kostas was especially nice, giving us recommendations and tips about what to do in the region. Efharistó Kostas! Also: the feta in fylos was the best we have eaten so far in all of Greece. Hope to come back, thanks a lot!
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
1,758 reviews
Price from£81.74per night
Panorama, hotel in Elafonisi

Situated in Elafonisi and only 1.9 km from Stómio Beach, Panorama features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Extremely clean, brand new bathroom, easy checkin. Beautiful views of the ocean from our balcony
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
577 reviews
Price from£61.52per night
Rooms Kochilas Elafonisi, hotel in Elafonisi

Rooms Kochilas Elafonisi is a small family run property, 5 km from Elafonisi beach in the village of Moni Chrisoskalitissis. Free private parking is available on site.

Andreas went above and beyond! Such a lovely atmosphere and loved it so much I extended my stay.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
455 reviews
Price from£61.52per night
Cretan fleur apartments, hotel in Elafonisi

Situated in Elafonisi and only 1.6 km from Aspri Limni Beach, Cretan fleur apartments features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Good location for Elafonissi beach and Kedrodassos, ten minutes by car. Good restaurants were nearby. The apartement was new, modern and clean (especially bathroom). The terrace was quite big. As a wellcome there was water, biscuites and honey
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
135 reviews
Price from£103.68per night
Lafo Rooms, hotel in Elafonisi

Located 800 metres from Elafonissi Beach, Lafo Rooms offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden and a terrace.

Clean, well equiped, on the road to elafonisi
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
626 reviews
Price from£104.54per night
SMAROULA, hotel in Elafonisi

Set in Elafonisi, 2.2 km from Stómio Beach, SMAROULA offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

The room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was quite equipped which allowed us to have light dinner and breakfast inhouse. The A/C was working great. The communication with the owner of the facility was excellent, he is very kind and helpful and he gave us nice tips to explore the area near Elafonnisi.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
212 reviews
Price from£54.64per night
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What guests said about Elafonisi:

  • 2.0
    Scored 2.0

    Elafonisi is the most overrated beach in Crete.

    Elafonisi is the most overrated beach in Crete. Super crowded. The sand is not pink. It's a normal sand. The beach resorts are expensive, usually they are full and the chairs are attached. On top of that, you need to walk 20 minutes to reach the sea.
    Gianluca
    Italy
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Amazingly clean. Great bed view. Food was wonderful.

    Amazingly clean. Great bed view. Food was wonderful. The pool and view is to die for... Thank you Maria for being such fun on our trip..you made our holiday with your generosity and kindness (Hope you like your photo!!) x
    Stella
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Breathtaking natural lagoon which everyone is coming to...

    Breathtaking natural lagoon which everyone is coming to enjoy. Get here before the buses arrive at 10 am or come after 4pm when buses leave otherwise I think it is too crowded. Consider staying overnight at Lafo Rooms.
    Elaine
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Elafonisi Beach, with its unique pink sand, is undeniably...

    Elafonisi Beach, with its unique pink sand, is undeniably stunning. However, during the day it can become extremely crowded, making it challenging to find sunbeds. Nevertheless, as the day transitions into evening, the beach becomes quiet, serene, and free from crowds, allowing you to fully appreciate its true beauty, especially during the magical moments just before sunset.
    Jessica
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    What a ZOO!!!

    What a ZOO!!! It’s mid October and the place is still super crowded. Cannot even begin to imagine the crowds in July or August. Crowds aside… it is an amazing place… beautiful, clear water.. great for young families. One can find a bit of privacy across the water on the spot.
    Katherine
    Canada
  • 10
    Scored 10

    A truly beautiful beach, the nicest I have visited in Crete...

    A truly beautiful beach, the nicest I have visited in Crete so far. It is also a very valuable and protected natural site. The beach offers a very varied environment. There is classic seating on the shore under umbrellas and bars. Towards the sea you can enjoy the shallow beach and the sea waves. On the other side there is a quiet shallow lagoon with several islets and a sand spit connecting the coast with the island of Elafonisi. The lagoon is just a paddle away. If you go further, the other side of the island is again washed by the sea and there is also quite a nice snorkeling environment. Because of the size and ruggedness of the place, you can easily find a space for yourself. But there are a lot of people. There is little shade on the spot, so the more experienced ones will occupy the better spots first thing in the morning. It's good to have something to protect you from the sun. You have to go back to the beginning for drinks and toilets, so count on that. Plenty of space to park on site, just the last stretch is not a groomed road so watch your tyres.
    Michal
    Czech Republic

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Elafonisi

  • From £58.08 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 531 reviews
    The apartment complex is totally new, built with high grade materials. Watercooker and coffee/tea in room. Highgrade and fast internet. Private parking. Located on the road to Elafonisi beach. Just around is a mini market and some restaurants of good quality, partly with sunset/seaview. The owner can be called on arrival (phone number at entrance in big letters), and will be there within 5 minutes. Two of the best beaches of Kreta (Kedrodassos and Elafonisi) just 5 km away.
    Hubert M. Schmid
    Germany
  • From £57.22 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 577 reviews
    My favourite place in Crete. It is in a great position, only 15 minutes by car from Elafonisi. There is a parking and you can reach a beautiful beach with a 5 minutes walk. Close to the hotel there are a couple of good restaurants. We had the room with the little balcony, with a lovely view on the sea. In the evening and night there is complete silence around. The room is big, clean and recently renovated. The host is very kind. 100% recommended
    caterina
    Italy
  • From £73.56 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 597 reviews
    It was lovely. Elafonisi is pretty much a long road with no villages and a few hotels on the way. Glykeria was a short drive from the beach. It's comfy, the pool is great and the staff super nice. The food at the restaurant is also good. I'd recommend to go to the cedar beach, a bit less busy than elafonisi but absolutely marvelous if you can get a spot under a tree (go early or late).
    A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom
  • From £43.45 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 626 reviews
    Everything was perfect considering our requests! Spend one night in a comfortable and inexpensive room close to Elafonisi beach. We have pleased that there is free parking, the room had a fridge, kettle, coffee and even some dining appliances. There is also a hairdryer and shower accessories. Everything what you need after spending all day on the beach. 😁
    Tamara
    Finland
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 239 reviews
    The Apartment was very clean, spacious and modern. The host welcomed us with a homemade dessert and nice amenities inside the room. The attention to detail and the genuine hospitality was exceptional. There is not much around in this area but we felt that the location was perfect close to Elafonisi beach. Thank you for a great stay.
    Annett
    Switzerland
  • From £54.64 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 212 reviews
    We absolutely loved this place! The bed was so comfy we didnt want to leave it, but Elafonisi beach was so close, that going there was easy and super fast. Taverns serwing very good food are just 2 minutes on foot from Smaroula. The owner was so nice and helpful, we’re very glad we choose that hotel to stay.
    Aleksandra
    Poland
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 38 reviews
    Lovely host, beautiful location, and the view is absolutely stunning. Perfect for a couple who appreciates being a little removed from the crowds. We love walking and felt this property was located within the perfect walking distance to and from Elafonissi beach each day.
    Jaime Pindur
    Bulgaria
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 36 reviews
    Couldn’t have found a better place to stay close to the marvel that is Elafonisi. The house had all the comforts and we were treated like v. i.p.’s (Crete has the nicest people!) Do not miss this incredible place. And go explore the wonders all around gorgeous Elafonisi
    Victoria
    Italy
  • From £52.92 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 626 reviews
    Everything was amazing. There is no view from the apartment but it`s super close to the Elafonisi beach. You will walk back and forth. There is also options of restaurants and a market close by. The place is super cute and very new. I recommend 100%.
    Agatha
    Netherlands
  • From £101.53 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,760 reviews
    I have already stayed at Elafonisi Beach resort several times because I know the accomodation is to a very high standard. The family and staff are very helpful and do all they can to make your stay as pleasant as possible.
    Georgina
    Greece
  • From £43.45 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 626 reviews
    Location is awesome, you can be at the beach before anyone else so that is great! There are 3-4 restaurants and one of them is right next to the rooms, so it's very convenient.
    Valeria
    Spain
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 45 reviews
    The house was amazing, spacious, very clean, equipped with everything needed. It is located very close to Elafonisi beach, very close to the market as well.
    Magda
    United Kingdom
  • From £101.53 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,760 reviews
    The hotel is a short walk to the beach. The rooms are a good size and clean. The restaurant is open all day and has delicious food and great service.
    Carole
    North Macedonia
  • From £73.56 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 597 reviews
    Really nice hosts and an amazing location near the best beaches. Great view over the water and everything you needed in the room.
    timnic
    Switzerland
  • From £104.54 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 836 reviews
    Beautiful location above the beach Elafonisi with the tavern with best beach view. Nice swimming pool.
    Vladislava
    Czech Republic
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 135 reviews
    Everything is brand new and very clean. Very close to Elafonissi Beach. Elena is very sweet.
    A
    Anonymous
    United States
  • From £52.92 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 626 reviews
    Incredible location, very close to Elafonisi beach and only steps from a convenience store.
    Eric
    United States
  • From £104.54 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 836 reviews
    Closest place to elafonisi, walking distance to the beach, staff amazing, feels like home.
    Catarina
    Portugal
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 239 reviews
    Everything was excellent. Extremely clean, wonderful view, very close to Elafonisi beach.
    Stefan
    Romania
  • From £61.52 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 455 reviews
    Location…5-10 minutes drive from world famous Elafonissi beach
    Bojan
    Canada