Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection

Hotel Highlights

• Unreal views over Mirabello Bay and Spinalonga Island – the sort of backdrop that fully shows off on the grid

• Private sandy beach, multiple pools and a swanky spa for proper fly-and-flop energy

• Suites, residences and villas only – with loads of options coming with outdoor hot tubs or private pools

• A top-tier dining scene with beachfront Mediterranean plates, Italian favourites, buffet feasts and fine dining

• Family-friendly perks like the kids’ club, teen club and CORE social hub, plus adults-only corners for quieter jollies

Location

• Around 60 minutes’ drive from Heraklion Airport

• Beachfront setting with direct access to a secluded sandy beach

• Around 10 minutes’ drive to Elounda centre

• Around 20 minutes’ drive to Agios Nikolaos

• Boat trips to Spinalonga are available nearby, so sightseeing days are nicely easy to sort

Rooms

From sleek suites to mahoosive villas, this place is all about space, style and a bit of boujee holiday showing off. Marriott confirms the hotel is made up of suites and villas only, and the room mix in your fact sheet adds everything from open-plan suites to family suites, adults-only Chora stays, residences and private villas.

• Private balcony or terrace

• Air conditioning

• Wi-Fi and TV

• Bathrobes, slippers and luxury bathroom amenities

• Tea and coffee facilities

• Many room types come with an outdoor hot tub or private pool

Upgraded room perks:

• Residences and villas add extra space, more bedrooms and fully equipped kitchen setups

• Chora room types are part of the adults-only complex

• Haute Living Selection stays come with extra privileges like concierge-style touches and access to the Haute Living Room

Food & Drinks

Right, this is the bit we’ve fixed properly. Domes of Elounda has five restaurants and five bars, and the line-up is giving luxe with range. The official Marriott dining page confirms on-site restaurants and bars, while your fact sheet fills in the full list and concepts.

• Vilebrequin La Plage Restaurant – Mediterranean flavours by the beach, with lunch and bookable dinner service

• Comfort & Fine Dining – award-winning Greek creative comfort food with fine-dining energy

• Tholos – the main buffet spot for breakfast and dinner, with Greek, Mediterranean and multicultural dishes

• Antonino’s Bar Restaurant – Italian cuisine for laid-back but still swanky lunches and dinners

• CORE – street food-style bites for something more casual and fun

Bars-wise, there’s plenty to keep your sunset sip schedule looking healthy:

• Vilebrequin La Plage Beach Bar – beachside drinks with big holiday-main-character energy

• Grand Domes Bar – lobby-adjacent and handy for pre-dinner drinks

• Neema Pool Bar – poolside drinks around the residences area

• Kooreloo Pool Bar – adults-only and ideal for a quieter cocktail moment

Good to know:

• Vegetarian, diet, kids’, toddler and gluten-free menus are available

• Room service is on offer

• Half Board, Full Board and selected dine-around options are available depending on your stay type

Sports & Entertainment

This one’s got a nice balance: chilled enough for serious lounging, but with more than enough going on when you fancy leaving the sunbed. Marriott confirms multiple pools, an on-site spa and experiences for both adults and families, while your fact sheet adds the detail.

• Five outdoor pools plus an adults-only indoor spa pool

• Private sandy beach with free sunbeds, umbrellas and towels

• Soma Spa with treatments, sauna, hammam and jacuzzi access through spa sessions

• Gym and tennis court for anyone pretending they’re keeping up the routine

• Water sports on site, plus diving, yoga, Pilates Reformer and aquatic yoga

For the kiddos and teens:

• Free kids’ club for ages 4 to 11

• Free teen club for ages 12 to 16

• Crèche available for little ones

• KiEpos eco activities for mini nature lovers

• CORE brings together food, happenings, workshops, shopping and entertainment in one big lifestyle-led space