Elounda Residence Resort & Waterpark

Hotel Highlights

• Dreamy hillside views over Mirabello Bay and Spinalonga (seriously, wow)

• Mega variety of rooms—apartments, maisonettes, villas… even private pools

• Water park, fun park, AND three slides—yep, this place is popping off

• Three restaurants, three bars, and cocktails on the all-in menu

• Big on Greek charm, with themed nights, wood-fired treats and a top-tier tavern

• Just over 5 mins to Elounda village by shuttle—free and frequent!

Just a heads up that this hotel may not be suitable for guests with walking difficulties.

Location

• Elounda Village: 5 mins by shuttle

• Public sand beach: 6 mins drive

• Agios Nikolaos: 15 mins drive

• Heraklion Airport: 60 mins drive

• Kolokitha Island: 8 mins drive

• Plaka Village: 10 mins drive

Rooms

Whether you're travelling as a pair, a pack, or a party of six, Elounda Residence has digs to match—from classic doubles to grand family pads and villas with private pools.

• Air con & heating for top-tier comfort

• Balcony or terrace with sea, garden, or pool views

• Mini fridge, daily cleaning, kettle, tea & coffee

• Smart TVs (in Premium rooms), drying rack & hairdryer

• High-speed Wi-Fi (free throughout)

• Kitchenettes in most apartments (utensils on request)

• Villas include private pools and full kitchens

• Brand-new eco Premium Rooms & Maisonettes (as of 2024)

Food & Drinks

• Ariadne Main Restaurant – Buffet spreads for all meals, plus a kids’ corner and show cooking

• Raki & Meze Tavern – Cretan classics in a dreamy terrace setting (1 visit per stay)

• Grill Restaurant Mc'Cretan – Greek-American grill vibes, also 1 visit per stay

• Snack Bars – Hot/cold snacks, lunch, and sweets daily across venues

• Ice Cream – Scoops galore served daily until early evening

• Drinks – Local spirits (raki & ouzo), cocktails, beer, wine, softs—all included ‘til 11pm

• Fun Park Bar – Family faves and treats, open peak summer (July–August)

Sports & Entertainment

• Sea-water pools, kids’ splash zones and 3 water slides

• Amphitheatre, gym, hammam, sauna, and massage centre

• Tennis, basketball, mini-golf, darts, table tennis, bouncy castles & more

• Daily activities & multilingual entertainment team

• Evening shows, Greek live music, DJ nights, bingo, karaoke & quizzes

• Cretanland Festival is weekly celebration of authentic Cretan culture featuring local food tastings, traditional cooking demonstrations, Greek language experiences and live music and dance performances. Held every Thursday evening at the Amphitheater Event Hall, it's a great opportunity to experience the island's rich traditions and welcoming atmosphere.

• Excursions, watersports & horseback riding available (extra charge)