BLUE PALACE, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT & SPA

Carved into the very bedrock of the island itself and overlooking the Isle of Spinalonga, this Cretan jewel is the perfect destination for serene beauty and total relaxation. Whether you choose to arrive by land transfer or by air to the island's very own helipad, you'll soon realise that this haven offers the ultimate in privacy, luxury and exceptional personal service.

This is an ideal resort for couples seeking romance and seclusion. The extraordinarily stylish accommodation, whether set high up on the hillside complete with infinity pool or closer to the beach enjoying a magnificent sea view, is perfectly situated to a slower pace of life.

For nourishment of body, mind and soul, the Elounda Spa awaits, with a world of state-of-the-art treatments and where every visit to the rejuvenating thalasso treatment pools is pure bliss.

Dining here is an experience of utter joy, with five exceptional restaurants offering an ecelctic choice of specialities from around the globe. One unmissable part of any stay is the sunset champagne boat trip, which is the perfect prelude to a romantic candlelit dinner prepared by the chef.

Elounda, 70 minutes transfer from Heraklion International Airport.

Close proximity to the traditional fishing village of Plaka (with seaside tavernas, restaurants, boutiques, bars): 400 meters

251 bungalows, suites and villas. Bungalows are equipped with marble bathrooms, furnished verandah and most have a private pool. There are also 2-bedroom villas and the luxurious 3-bedroom Royal Blue Villa.