Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass
Elounda
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Why people book this hotel
“Beautiful place , staff were super kind and helpful at anytime”
“All the staff were super friendly and welcoming, lovely people”
“Small number of rooms/villas”
“Nice location, it's quiet and away from mass tourism”
“Beach club also good for a change of scene”
“Calm location”
“Food wise lots of fresh choice for breakfast”
“Staff were very helpful and friendly, views from the villa were stunning and bre…”
“The hotel itself is beautiful, clean, and very well organized”
“Nice clean rooms with necessary amenities”
“Brilliant staff, free upgrade to 3 storey, full size pool, gym with sauna - vil…”
“Welcoming staff (special thanks to Despina for the efforts), nice pool with salt…”
Overview
Located just a short stroll from the sea in Elounda, the family-run property offers stylish villas with a private pool, and individually decorated luxury suites with Cretan Sea or garden views. Guests enjoy 1 a la carte restaurant. Each elegant suite features a DVD player, fully equipped kitchen with microwave and marble bathroom with hydromassage. They all boast access to the communal swimming pool. Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass have a spacious living room and hot tub. Breakfast is served daily at the main pool terrace. Drinks are served at the stylish bar. BBQ facilities can also be found in the premises of Elounda Gulf Villas by Sandglass. The property offers free transfer to a private Beach Club, located within a 10-minute drive, while complimentary transfer service to and from the beach is provided. Services like massage in the privacy of the suite or in the Elixir Spa Gallery, and diving lessons in the main pool can be provided upon request. An Elixir Spa Gallery is provided for those who like to work out. Heraklion City is 70 km away. The town of Agios Nikolaos is at a distance of approximately 10 km. Free private parking is possible on site, and transfer from and to Heraklion Airport is offered.
Traveller reviews
Maayan
couple
June 1, 2026
Beautiful place , staff were super kind and helpful at anytime.
Aileen
extended_group
May 31, 2026
“Fabulous holiday in a beautiful villa / hotel complex, wish I could go back again soon!”
Fabulous stay in the Royal Villa, everything as advertised. All the staff were super friendly and welcoming, lovely people. Villa was stunning. Food wise lots of fresh choice for breakfast. Evening meals were also good but a change of menu halfway through the week would have been appreciated. We were all inclusive and the afternoon snacks were so good we ate early and had them for dinner a few nights. Beach club also good for a change of scene. The complex is on a very steep hill but don’t be put off if you are not so mobile as you can easily get the club carts to drive you about. I’d also like to say a special thanks for the surprise birthday cake, champagne and lovely welcome note, very much appreciated 🥰
Emily
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
Staff were very helpful and friendly, views from the villa were stunning and breakfast was fabulous
Ellada
family_with_children
April 15, 2026
Calm location! We could only listen to the birds singing! Very friendly personnel. Everything was great! Thank you!
Zarina
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Amazing views and wonderful staff!”
We had a truly amazing experience at the hotel! Dani the manager was incredibly helpful and went above and beyond to assist us with everything we needed. The reception staff were absolutely wonderful and friendly, professional, and always ready to help especially Vespina! The hotel itself is beautiful, clean, and very well organized. It looked even better than in the photos!! The food was delicious! We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful place and good service!
Richard
couple
January 19, 2026
“Lovely Hotel. Well done all!”
Small number of rooms/villas. Great villa with the added benefit of half board. Fabulous view from the villa terrace. Very friendly staff. A particular mention to the manager Daniel who introduced himself to all the guests on the first day and was very helpful and personable. A special mention to the ladies on reception, Louise,Angela and Despina with good local knowledge and always smiling.
Frederic
couple
November 17, 2025
Nice location, it's quiet and away from mass tourism. The appartement was very nice, with a view. The bathroom was superb with its white marble. Kalia and Mickaelis were great, and all the others as well. Only one waitress at the restaurant wasn't that friendly. Meals and breakfast were perfect, my wife could eat gluten free (coeliac) and it is very much appreciated. The beach isn't next to the hotel, but it's quite and cosy.
Eva
family_with_children
October 16, 2025
Amazing place, perfect service, exceptional breakfast and restaurant, very pleasant and kind personal. Wonderful experience 😊
Chen
family_with_children
October 7, 2025
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The view was absolutely breathtaking, and the breakfast was delicious and very generous. Special thanks to Despina at the front desk for her warm welcome and excellent service — she really made our stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!
Alisher
family_with_children
September 26, 2025
All was great!
חדר
couple
September 22, 2025
“"Perfect Stay with an Exceptional Team””
“Amazing hotel with an exceptional team! Special thanks to Despina at the reception, Katia from the kitchen, the whole staff, and Danny the manager – always smiling, helpful, and making our stay unforgettable.”
ONURCAN
couple
September 19, 2025
“Best place in Crete, you won't be disappointed!”
Hotel was great! We received excellent service here. The place is fantastic, the rooms are very spacious, and the amenities were great. All the small details were thoughtfully arranged. Private beach was superb. We would like to extend our special thanks to Despina and Louise, as well as to Isidor and Thodoris for their support.
Tim
couple
September 14, 2025
“What an amazing experience - gentle, exclusive, luxury.”
Brilliant staff, free upgrade to 3 storey, full size pool, gym with sauna - villa - amazing. Louise on reception was amazing, even suggested a small cafe, in Lion square for a Cream Bougatsa, for the journey home. Vasiliki kndly gave us each a 25min teaser massage at the spa, wonderful! Suggest hire a car to get about, despite the free mini-bus shuttle to the private beach, with bar, towels and loungers. Superb, Greek hospitality is just excellent with these guys being a great example. We'll be back.
Gerasimos
couple
September 9, 2025
“Would visit again”
Welcoming staff (special thanks to Despina for the efforts), nice pool with salt water not smelling of chlorine not irritating to the eyes. Tasty breakfast with plenty of of choices. Nice clean rooms with necessary amenities. Welcoming sweets and card.
Emilie
couple
September 8, 2025
“Absolutely amazing”
This is one of the most beautiful places we’ve ever been- we were in the villa after an upgrade and it was such a great experience! The place is amazing and the crew- from the van drivers to Louise, Despina, Angela at the reception we had a warm welcome they were absolutely fantastic! Its really quiet as well and located in a great place not to far from the city
Kyriakos
couple
September 4, 2025
“Amazing experience!”
We had such an incredible stay here and honestly cannot praise the staff enough. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and friendliness. The reception and reservation team, Stella, Despina and Angela, were always smiling, helpful, and went out of their way to make us feel at home. A special mention to Isidoros, the porter, who was so polite and helpful every time we saw him, and to George at the beach club who made our days by the sea even more enjoyable. There were also a few other members of staff whose names we didn’t catch, but every single one of them treated us so nicely and with such professionalism that it really stood out. The room was amazing — spacious, clean, and with breathtaking views that made waking up each morning a dream. The food was another highlight, absolutely delicious and with plenty of variety. Overall, everything exceeded our expectations. The people here made our stay truly memorable, and we left already thinking about when we’ll come back. Highly recommended!
Flaviu
couple
September 2, 2025
“Perfect”
We had a wonderful experience at Elounda Gulf Villas, and I want to sincerely thank the team for making a special moment even more memorable. I had asked for a bouquet of roses to be placed in the room as a surprise, and they went above and beyond to make it perfect. The flowers were absolutely beautiful and arranged with care, adding such a personal and romantic touch to our stay. A special thank you to Despina at reception – she was incredibly helpful. Her attention to detail and warm attitude made everything smooth and stress-free. It’s rare to find such thoughtful service, and I truly appreciated it. Thank you again to the whole team at Elounda Gulf Villas. You made our stay unforgettable!
Catalin
family_with_children
September 1, 2025
“Overall, my stay was truly relaxing and memorable, making this vacation one to cherish”
I had an excellent experience with the Front Desk team. Despina, Louise, and Angela were all outstanding – always welcoming, professional, and genuinely helpful. They went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable, offering assistance with a smile and making me feel truly valued as a guest. Their kindness and efficiency set the perfect tone from the very first interaction. Without a doubt, I would rate their service a 10/10. I would also like to extend my appreciation to the breakfast staff, who provided excellent service every morning. The atmosphere was always pleasant, and their dedication to ensuring guests felt comfortable and well taken care of was remarkable.
Rachel
couple
August 23, 2025
“Stunning property with helpful and friendly staff”
Super friendly and helpful team particularly Despina and Louise, always willing to help. Stunning location and beautiful rooms and facilities
Zvi
family_with_children
August 19, 2025
Great hotel. Clean. Quite.
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Sauna, Fitness centre, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Children's playground, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hammam, Private beach area, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Make up services, Hair treatments, Manicure, Pedicure, Hair cut, Hair colouring, Hair styling, Body treatments, Body scrub, Body wrap, Light therapy, Spa facilities, Steam room, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Foot bath, Spa/wellness packages, Fitness, Yoga classes, Fitness classes, Personal trainer, Kids' club, Beach, Movie nights, Themed dinner nights, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Aerobics
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment, Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Fruits
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed, Heating, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year)
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool with view, Heated pool, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Kids' pool, Swimming pool
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Services
Strollers, Lockers, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Room service, 24-hour front desk
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite with Garden or Sea view
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite with Garden or Sea view with a separate living room. Guests enjoy complimentary use of the Elixir Spa Gallery, with Sea or Garden View.
One Bedroom Serenity Suite Private pool with Sea view
The Junior Suite with private pool and sea view offers panoramic vistas over Mirabello Gulf. This stylish suite boasts a seawater infinity pool with hydromassage facilities, a marble-lined bathroom with skylight, and an open-plan bedroom. It is equipped with a 55" Smart TV and an espresso machine.
Two Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite with Sea view
Generously sized with 2 master bedrooms and en suite bathrooms, as well as sea-view balconies. Guests enjoy complimentary use of the Elixir Spa Gallery.
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