Elounda is a seaside village on the northern coast of the island of Crete. It sits on the Gulf of Mirabella and has two beautiful beaches for swimming and playing, a seaside port, and a charming town square. From the village you can enjoy the view of the island of Spinalogka, which is home to an old Venetian fortress that was converted into a leper colony, and its famous old windmills. The main attractions of this seaside resort is the access to the crystal blue waters for swimming, fishing, and snorkeling. In the village center you will find some specialty shops, traditional Greek taverns, and gourmet restaurants to explore. When planning your visit to the Elounda, be sure to stay at one of these top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in the area where you will have a comfortable base for rest and relaxation!
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1. Elounda Casa Elia (from USD 97)
This ground floor unit is located in the center of Elounda. The apartment has an open living room, dining area, full kitchen, one bedroom, and a bathroom. The outdoor balcony has doors off both the living room and bedroom. The sofa pulls out into a bed for extra sleeping space. If you need a ride from the airport, the host or a family member will be happy to provide one. Inside the apartment you will find many local delicacies to try like olive oil and fresh herbs for cooking along with some traditional beverages. The village center is a short walk away as is the port and a beach for swimming.
Top guest reviews
Host:
a super host indeedalex was a great host and we definitely recommend this placealex is a very friendly host full of attentionthe owner alexandros was very helpful and friendly to us-the check-in and check-out process was easy and friendlyLocation:
great apartment walking distance from the beachfabulous place in a quiet locationthe apartment is superb and in a very quiet neiborhood near central squarerecommend if you are loking for a place to stay in this areaa 2 minute walk into town with lots of lovely tavernasCleanliness:
the apt was very clean and the neighborhood was very quietit is spotlessly clean and generously equipped and suppliedclean spacious apartments with everything needed for a very comfortable staythe apartment is quite large and clean and well equippedalexandros was a great host the place was just as described (clean cozy and perfect location)Read more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the bedroom is large with excellent storage it’s very quiet and the bed is comfortable
2. Wonderful apartment by the beach (from USD 47)
This charming apartment is right on the beach. The unit features a living room with a sea view, small kitchen with dining area, one bedroom, and a bathroom. You have a small furnished balcony, including a chess set, where you can relax and enjoy the views. The village center is just a short stroll away where you will find three supermarkets, pubs, and restaurants. Elounda is a quieter seaside village, so if you want to visit a more modern town, Agios Nikolaos is just a 10-minute drive away.
Top guest reviews
Host:
a very helpful and serious person has welcomed us with kindness and availability and i would returnLocation:
well situated opposite beach and eating places close at handgreat location just across from the beachthe location and apartment were better than expectedlocation is good you can park your car in front of the aptlovely apartment and location was perfect just across from the beach and close to the restaurantsRead more reviewsCleanliness:
very clean and very well equipedthe place was super clean and comfortable enough and you could hear the sea at nightfabulous location clean comfortable spaceapartment was very clean with a good sized balconyspacious and clean close to shops and restaurants
3. Relax in Elounda
This lovely apartment is on the top floor with amazing views of the village and sea. The apartment has a living area with pull out sofa beds, a small kitchen with a dining area, one bedroom, and a bathroom. You will have one balcony off the apartment plus the rooftop terrace to relax on and be able to avoid direct exposure from the sun. Upon arriving, you will be welcomed with water, a bottle of wine, and some tasty homemade treats waiting for you. During your stay, your host will also spoil you with delicious breakfast pastries and her homemade cakes.
Ελουντα, Λασηθι, GreeceAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
she's a great host we'd visit againgreat stay amazing hostsrira is a great host we absolutely loved our stay in the apartmentour stay was amazing rira is the definition of an excellent airbnb hostLocation:
it’s in a central location but very peaceful and quieta fantastic location and an even better hostit's difficult to say how much we loved the apartment the location and rira's hospitalityCleanliness:
the place was very clean and very nicethe apartment was clean and the linen was changed regularlyrooms were cleaned and fresh bedding put on regularlythe apartments are extremely clean with some beautifully decorated outside spaces to soak up the sunthe apartments are very spacious clean and tastefully decorated by the hostRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wifi was goodthe apartment is decorated and furnished to a very high standard with good views to the seaapartment was perfect and up steps as shown on website but this gave us a fantastic viewthe apartment has lots of welcoming touches with marvellous viewsi would definitely recommend rira and this apartment
4. Townhouse in central Elounda with great sea views (from USD 69)
This townhouse is located in the center of it all. The apartment has a living room with a kitchen and dining area, two full bedrooms and a bathroom. If you need additional sleeping space, the sofa pulls out into a bed. The outdoor terrace has seating for five and some amazing views of the Gulf of Mirabella. You are just about a block away from the village square with its shops and taverns. The port and two great beaches are about a 10-minute walk away. The beach to the north of the port has sunbeds and umbrellas available along with some restaurants right across the road.
Top guest reviews
Location:
we enjoyed our stay great locationcheck is was a seamless process and the location was spot on idealCleanliness:
we didn't spend much time inside but it was clean and sufficient for elementary cookingfantastic location and very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
good wifi and hot watergood views 360 degrees good wifi efficient communication and easy check-in/outthis is a great apartment with lovely viewsviews are amazing from the lovely small comfortable outside terrace where we spent a lot of timethis a very small but quaint apartment with a fantastic view
5. Charming villa on the bay (from USD 47)
This charming villa is located just north of the village center. It sits on the bay with access to the crystal blue waters for swimming right outside your door. The villa has an open plan living, dining, and kitchen area, one bedroom, and a bathroom with a washing machine for your use. Outside, you can relax on the garden terrace and enjoy watching the sail boats. You are away from the noise and crowds of the tourists but a 30-minute or so, stroll along the water will take you to the village center, or walk across the causeway to the island of Spinalonga and visit the small town of Plaka.
Top guest reviews
Host:
vasillis was the perfect host and very helpfulhe is very available and responsive (by phone) for all questions and his advice is valuablethanks once again vasilis - you were really a great hostvasilis is an amazing host great tips on restaurants places to visitvasilis was so kindLocation:
beautiful walk across the causeway to the island from elounda delicious local produce in the shops in townCleanliness:
the apartment was immaculately clean with lots of towels provided for use throughout the staythe place was super cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the sunrise right out the front door was spectacular wifi was excellentthe apartment was just as described & was perfect for the two of us
6. Maria's art stone house (from USD 92)
This two-story home sits in the village of Kato Chorio just outside of Elounda. The home is built entirely of stone and was recently renovated. Enjoy the spacious living room, kitchen, and dining room and a half bath downstairs with two bedrooms and full bathroom upstairs. There are a couple of balcony areas to sit and enjoy the views of the mountains and the sea. About a 10-minute walk will take you into the village center with its taverns, jeweler’s shop, bakery’s, gourmet restaurants, and public beaches.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosting part was great and promptLocation:
very friendly welcome and quiet hillside location however still within easy walking distance to the main townRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the house is beautifully decorated was immaculately clean and had everything we needed in itthe facilities are great spacious bedrooms and 2 terrific outdoor sitting areas
7. Rodia Studio
This cozy studio in the village of Epano Elounda is the ideal vacation rental for couples wanting to enjoy a romantic getaway. The studio has an open room with a bed, seating area, kitchenette, and private bathroom. In front of the unit is a sheltered common patio area where you can relax and trade travel stories with other guests. The quiet mountain village is fun to explore and when you want more choices of places to eat or shop, the village of Elounda is a short drive down the coast.
Elounda, Crete, GreeceAccommodates: 2
8. Oasis apartment in Elounda
This spacious apartment sits on the coastline in the historic Akti Olountos area. You will enjoy the open living room, full kitchen and dining area, two full bedrooms, and a bathroom. From your balcony you can see all the way to the island of Spinalogka and its old windmills and the Gulf of Mirabello. Wake up to the sound of the waves rolling in and enjoy a delicious breakfast, with fresh eggs provided by the host, on the balcony. It is just a short–about 10-minute–stroll to the village square with its restaurants and pubs.
Schisma Elountas, GreeceTop guest reviews
Host:
sofia is a wonderful hostsophia is a great host and was quick to help when we had questions or issuesexcellent value excellent hostsofia and her husband are perfect hosts : lots of recommendations tips and trickssofia is really hospitable and ready to helpLocation:
cute little spot on the water and walking distance to many restaurants and shopsgreat location everything in elounda is walkablegreat place with a great locationclose to the center of elounda and convenient to reach the points of interest of this part of creteadd to this a quiet location with local restaurants but in easy walking distance to the townCleanliness:
it was spotlessly clean and the towels and bedlinen likewiseRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
spacious apartment with great view from the deck2 good sized bedrooms with air conditioninga truly superb apartment with excellent views amenities and a perfect locationlovely 2 bed apartment with fantastic sea view of spinalongawashing machine air conditioning and comfortable beds are all part of the package
9. Sea view house with a garden and terrace
This two-bedroom apartment sits on the peninsula of Spinalonga. The apartment has a living area, dining area, kitchen, two bedrooms, and a bathroom. Outside is a lovely terrace and garden where you can enjoy the sea view. You are centrally located to downtown Elounda with its bars, shops, restaurants, and festivals. You are sitting on the edge of the sea so you can easily walk a few footsteps and go for a swim or enjoy snorkeling among the rocky alcoves.
10. Elounda Eleon Suite with a sea view and private pool
Elounda Eleon Villas and Suites overlooks the blue waters of the gulf of Mirabello. The complex has eight suites available with open floor plans featuring a queen size bed, small kitchenette, private bathroom with a hot tub, and seating area with large windows and fabulous views. Each suite also has a private pool with sun chairs and patio seating. The complex is surrounded by olive trees and vanilla blooms. You will have both a maid and pool man who come by every two days to tidy up. Downtown Elounda is just a 20-minute walk away, where you will find supermarkets, restaurants, and shops.
Elounda, Crete, GreeceSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
the staff is very friendly and helpfulvasia is a great host with quick responses to my enquiries and her staff were friendly and helpfulbeautiful place with very nice hostswe went to oramos hotel for the keys & greeted in a friendly mannerdemitri and mario were fabulous the service was incredible very friendly nothing was too muchLocation:
close to elounda and agios nikolaos definitely recommend this placethe villa is set in a lovely beautiful and peaceful locationlocation is good but you'll definitely want to rent a car to enjoy the areagreat place the private pool was awesome and the location was perfectyou can walk into elounda it would take about 30-40 mins but ideally you need a carCleanliness:
the pool was a great size and was regularly cleaned throughout the weekabout the room it was clean tidy with vanilia blossom all aroundthe suite is clean and comfortable and the private pool and sun loungers absolute blissthe studio was clean and nicely furnished with everything you could need for a short breakRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
lovely views and a comfortable staybeautiful view and own pool was perfectgreat views from the swimming pool which was well maintainedthe room is spacious and full of natural light with a comfy bedthis was an amazing place the room and backyard were incredible
A charming place to find rest and relaxation
Elounda is a small village that sits along the Gulf of Mirabello. The seaside resort is where tourists go to enjoy the simple things like swimming, fishing, and hiking. The village has a number of taverns and gourmet restaurants to eat at, along with supermarkets selling fresh local produce and other traditional foods. The locals are a friendly bunch who will treat you like long lost relatives and help you to get the most out of your stay.
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