Description: Location. Aquila Elounda Village is located in Elounda of the island of Crete, Greece, three kilometres from Elounda Harbour and seven kilometres from the town of Agios Nikolaos.
Hotel Features. Overlooking Mirabello Bay, Aquila Elounda Village is a modern luxury resort. Amenities include one fres hwater and three seawater outdoor swimming pools, including an infinity pool, a private beach with changing cabins, fitness club with sauna, and beauty and massage services. There is a jewellery boutique and mini-market on site as well as an Internet cafe. Currency exchange and a CD and DVD library are available at the 24-hour front desk where multilingual staff can arrange excursions to sites around the island. Complimentary parking is available.
A complimentary American-style buffet breakfast is provided each morning at the Garden Restaurant. Lunch and dinner buffets feature local and international dishes with show cooking displays. À la carte dining is offered at Mirabello Restaurant which serves Mediterranean dishes. Greek specialities are offered at the taverna, Symposium, with live entertainment. Room service is available during restaurant opening hours.
Onsite recreation includes water sports such as snorkelling, scuba diving, parasailing, and windsurfing. Scooters and bicycles are available for hire, and aerial sightseeing flights can be arranged. A variety of daytime and evening entertainment is offered.
Guestrooms. The 235 air-conditioned guestrooms, bungalows, and suites have bright contemporary decor in pale-blue and pearl tones, and extend to balconies or terraces with garden or sea views. Amenities include LCD televisions with satellite channels, direct- dial phones, CD players, wireless Internet, safes, minibars, and welcome packs. Bathrooms include hair dryers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.
Expert Tip. Founded in 1579 during the Venetian occupation, the fortress on Spinalonga Island protected Crete against Turkish expansion and marauding pirates.
Overview: Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour assistance
24-hour front desk
Rooms: Bungalow Sea View-One double bed and one double sofabed. 28 square metres. Contemporary decor with wooden furnishings. Balcony. Satellite television, CD player, direct-dial phone, safe, wireless Internet access, and minibar with complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary designer toiletries.
Single Room-One double bed. Situated in main building. Contemporary decor with wooden furnishings. Balcony. Satellite television, CD player, direct-dial phone, safe, wireless Internet access, and minibar with complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary designer toiletries.
Executive Junior Suite Sea View-One king bed. 45 square metres. Situated in main building. Contemporary decor with wooden furnishings. Balcony. Satellite television, CD player, direct-dial phone, safe, wireless Internet access, and minibar with complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary designer toiletries.
Romantic Bungalow Garden View -One double bed and one double sofabed. 28 square metres. Contemporary decor with wooden furnishings. Balcony. Satellite television, CD player, direct-dial phone, safe, wireless Internet access, and minibar with complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary designer toiletries.
One-Bedroom Deluxe Bungalow Suite-One double bed. 53 square metres. Contemporary decor with wooden furnishings. Balcony with sea view. Satellite television, CD player, direct-dial phone, safe, wireless Internet access, and minibar with complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary designer toiletries.
Bungalow Garden View-One double bed and one double sofabed. 28 square metres. Contemporary decor with wooden furnishings. Balcony. Satellite television, CD player, direct-dial phone, safe, wireless Internet access, and minibar with complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary designer toiletries.
Maisonette Sea view with private pool-Two double beds. Contemporary decor with wooden furnishings. Balcony. Satellite television, CD player, direct-dial phone, safe, wireless Internet access, and minibar with complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary designer toiletries.
Bungalow Sea View Sharing Pool-One double bed. 28 square metres. Contemporary decor with wooden furnishings. Balcony. Satellite television, CD player, direct-dial phone, safe, wireless Internet access, and minibar with complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary designer toiletries.
Transportation: From Heraklion Airport (HER): Distance to Aquila Elounda Village is 70 kilometres, approximately 60 minutes' drive.
Getting there. Taxis wait in front of the airport terminal building and fares to the hotel are approximately 65 EUR. The fare should be negotiated prior to travelling. Price is subject to change.
Getting around. Crete is best explored by car. Buses are inexpensive and depart frequently for destinations throughout the island. Crete's bus company, KTEL, connects to the larger cities and more remote areas. Many of the villages can be accessed by boat taxis and small ferries. Taxis wait at ranks around Heraklion city centre. Fares are reasonable but travellers should ensure the meter is used.
Driving directions. From the airport, follow signs to Agios Nikolaos and continue on the national.
At the first traffic lights in Agios Nikolaos, turn left without entering the town.
Turn right at the second set of traffic lights after 100 metres.
Follow signs to Aquila Elounda Village.
Attractions: Elounda Harbour: 3 km
Agios Nikolaos (town): 7 km
Spinalonga Island: 7 km
Lato ruins: 13 km
Cave of Psychro: 17 km
Windmills of Lasithi: 35 km
Knossos (ancient ruins): 72 km
Vai palm forest: 95 km
Facilities: Room service (limited hours), Babysitting or child care, Billiards, Currency exchange, Internet public area - surcharge, Security guard, Airport transportation (fees apply), Fitness equipment, Comp newspapers in lobby, Air-conditioned public areas, Library, Swimming pool - outdoor, Medical assistance available, Gift shop or newsstand, Beauty services, Complimentary breakfast, Elevator/lift, Private beach, Parking (Complimentary), Coffee shop or cafe, Internet public area - wireless, Health club, Pool table, Laundry facilities, Meeting room (small groups), Poolside bar, Dry cleaning service, Restaurant(s), Umbrella, Sauna, Wedding services, Massage-treatment room, Television in lobby, Concierge services, Bar/lounge
Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Smoking rooms, Television, Cable/satellite TV, Wake-up calls, Minibar, Housekeeping, Extra towels/bedding, Telephone, Internet access - dial-up, Private bathroom, Bathrobes, Complimentary toiletries, Hair dryer, In-room safe, Balcony, CD player, Climate control, Sofa bed, Window opens, Cribs (infant beds) available, Turndown service, Bottled water in room (complim, Bathroom telephone, Direct-dial phone, Welcome amenities, Internet access - wireless, Electronic/magnetic keys, Handheld shower, Internet access - surcharge, Sewing kit, Slippers, Shower/tub combination, Refrigerator, Coffee/tea maker, DVD player On request
Description: This charming hotel is situated in the pretty area of Agia Pelagia. Green plants and exotic flowers surround the hotel, which also affords glorious views out over the mountains and the small fishing village, which lies around 1 km from the hotel. The beautiful beach is some 600 m away and the resort centre with its multitude of shopping and entertainment venues is roughly 10 minutes walk from the hotel. This family friendly hotel offers an inviting entrance hall with a 24-hour reception, safes and a TV room. Furthermore, guests may make use of the public Internet terminal and special features of the hotel include a cosy bar and a restaurant serving delicious food.
Description: Other amenities/services: rooms with bath, radio, phone, balcony, fridge. Mini market, car rental, exchange, Conference room capacity: 150 persons.
Facilities: Hairdryer in Rooms, OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL, CONFERENCE ROOM, PARKING, Bar, Restaurant, tv in rooms, AIR CONDITIONING, Beach Resort