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Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass

5.0 star property
Elegant beach aparthotel and outdoor pool

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Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass on the picturesque Elounda coast offers aromatherapy and body treatments at the Elixir Spa Gallery. Guests enjoy free full breakfast, ocean views from two restaurants, and an outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • All inclusive
  • Barbecue grill

Room options

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Four Bedroom Royal Spa Villa, Private Pool, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Four Bedroom Royal Spa Villa, Private Pool, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 350 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Deluxe Suite | Living area | Smart TV

One Bedroom Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite with Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite with Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Imperial Spa Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Imperial Spa Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 150 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Elounda Pool Villa with Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Elounda Pool Villa with Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Three Bedroom Presidential Spa Villa, Private Pool, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Three Bedroom Presidential Spa Villa, Private Pool, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 200 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Three Bedroom Prestige Villa, Private Pool, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Three Bedroom Prestige Villa, Private Pool, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 115 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Serenity Suite, Private Pool, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

One Bedroom Serenity Suite, Private Pool, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Executive Spa Pool Villa | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Executive Spa Pool Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 165 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Elounda Seafront Villa

Elounda Seafront Villa | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Elounda Seafront Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 200 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed and 6 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Crete Island, 72053

What's nearby

  • Alykes of Elounda - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Hiona Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Elounda Windmills - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Plaka Beach - 16 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Stalis Beach - 37 min drive - 26.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ergospasio - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Poulis - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Megaro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ferryman - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jungle Bar Elounda - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass

Elegant beach aparthotel and outdoor pool
Spend the day relaxing on Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass's private beach or pampering yourself at the aparthotel's full-service spa. Each apartment features thoughtful touches like an espresso maker and a pillow menu, along with free WiFi and a Smart TV with satellite channels. Conveniences include a sitting area and a microwave, and guests will appreciate thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers.
Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass offers 33 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Elixir Spa Gallery has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Sauna
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave

Dining

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Late night room service menu
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Supervised activities for children
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 33 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2000
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 105 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guestroom photos are representative of the rooms offered and may differ from the actual room received.
Property Registration Number 1290665

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Elounda Gulf
Elounda Gulf Villas
Elounda Gulf Villas Aparthotel
Elounda Villas
Gulf Villas Aparthotel
Villas Elounda
Elounda Gulf Villas Hotel Agios Nikolaos
Elounda Gulf Villas Agios Nikolaos
Elounda Gulf Agios Nikolaos
Elounda Gulf Villas
Elounda Gulf By Sandglass
Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass Aparthotel
Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass Agios Nikolaos
Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass Aparthotel Agios Nikolaos

Frequently asked questions

Does Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 105 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass located?

This family-friendly Agios Nikolaos aparthotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Alykes of Elounda, Hiona Beach, and Elounda Windmills. Kolokýtha and Christian Basilica Poros Elounda are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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