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Blue Elephant - Adults Only

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Fitness facility
Balcony view
Free daily buffet breakfast
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Blue Elephant - Adults Only offers a peaceful retreat with thoughtful amenities. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, Italian cuisine, and unwind at the spa. Features include an arcade/game room, bar, and seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers—praised by guests.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Comfort Studio, Accessible

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premium Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Almyrida, Apokoronas, Crete, 730 08

What's nearby

  • Almyrida Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kalyves Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kiani Beach - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Port of Souda - 17 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Marathi Beach - 39 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Platia Café Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Elena Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Souvlakerie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Atlantis Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Προβλήτα - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Blue Elephant - Adults Only

Upscale hotel
At Blue Elephant - Adults Only, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a hair salon, and an arcade/game room. Treat yourself to a massage or a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site Italian cuisine coffee shop, Blue Elephant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a billiards/pool table, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Elephant - Adults Only have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Elephant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

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
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Blue Elephant
Blue Elephant Apokoronas
Blue Elephant - Adults Only Hotel
Blue Elephant - Adults Only Apokoronas
Blue Elephant - Adults Only Hotel Apokoronas

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Elephant - Adults Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Blue Elephant - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Elephant - Adults Only?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Elephant - Adults Only?

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

What time is check-out at Blue Elephant - Adults Only?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Blue Elephant - Adults Only provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Blue Elephant - Adults Only located?

Situated near the beach, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Almyrida Beach and Kera. Kalyves Beach and Art of Living Glass Factory are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Blue Elephant - Adults Only Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Great service!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place and location, walking distance to restaurants and beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous modern hotel with semi private pools. Fabulous breakfast included. Wonderful staff. We had 3 rooms and an awesome stay. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

dino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and roooms
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Per-Ola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Utmärkt boende och otroligt serviceminded personal. Hotellet håller hög standard. Adult only är konceptet för mig och jag åker gärna tillbaka. Det man ska vara medveten om att det ligger i en backe och att det är mycket trappor.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Herausragende Unterkunft mit top Lage. Ausblick von jedem Zimmer aus
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing! The front desk agents were very helpful, professional, and kind! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saif

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel new and clean.. nice people working there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Borhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I stayed at in Europe. Located right next to the beach and shops. Very clean. Staff is super friendly and fast for any service request. Food was delicious. I’ll be coming back many times over
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! I loved the (semi-)private pool in the room. The breakfast and pool were great as well. The small city down at the port is great to hang out with lot of restaurants. It is also less crowded than other areas in Crete. Really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr nett und sauber. Wir kommen wieder
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Das

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a lovely stay at Blue Elephant in Almyrida! The location is peaceful and quiet, about 45–50 minutes from Chania (CHQ) airport, with plenty of restaurants and shops nearby. The absolute highlight was the staff – they were genuinely some of the friendliest and most helpful we’ve ever met. Communication before, during, and even after our stay was excellent, and they always made us feel so welcome. The hotel itself is very clean and calm, best suited for couples or adults. My partner loved relaxing by the pool, while I made use of the small gym (don’t expect heavy weights, but it’s great for a hotel gym). Breakfast was really good, with enough variety even for us as vegetarians/vegans. The only small thing that could be improved would be having a few more veggie/vegan options on the lunch menu, but with so many restaurants in town, it wasn’t a problem. They don’t do dinner, but again, the local options were fantastic. Overall, it’s perfect for a 5–6 day relaxing holiday. We will definitely be coming back in the future and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful break in Crete.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with stunning views.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nikesha Janel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property! Very help start. Restaurant food was delicious! Only con-the beds aren’t comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benoit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tout est parfait dans cet hôtel. Le personnel est au petit soin. La piscine, la vue … rien à redire
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and facilities at the Blue Elephant Hotel were outstanding during our visit. The staff was friendly and helpful at all times. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this Hotel to any of our friends or family!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location lovely local town for food and drink. Staff very friendly. Property is on a steep hill but the views are great would definitely recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was perfect and everything that the pictures presented. The staff was always happy to help and there for us if we needed them. This hotel was everything that we dreamed about.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Hotel in ruhiger Lage, Einkaufsmöglichkeiten 5 Minuten zu Fuss entfernt, saubere Zimmer, top Service, sehr freundliches Personal. Großer Parkplatz (kostenlos). Liegt genau zwischen Chania und Rethymno und ist ein idealer Startpunkt, um mit dem Mietwagen die verschiedensten Sehenswürdigkeiten und Strände zu besuchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Blue Elephant. The property itself is lovely, with a lovely pool that has a gorgeous view, the rooms are spacious with everything you need. We had a shared plunge pool and loved it. We never saw our neighbours who we shared it with. The staff were also fantastic, with a special shout out Kostas and Emiliano at the pool restaurant and bar area. Penny at reception was also very helpful. Everyone we encountered was friendly and lovely. There were only a few things on the very small con list and that is while the breakfast buffet was lovely, it was exactly the same everyday, no variarion at all and the milk area was kept out in a fairly warmish area - if they'd put the milk in ice that would be great! But honestly, those were small things. The town of Almyrida is lovely, with everything in walking distance. Lots of great restaurants with friendly and lovely employees. Just note that if you have a mobility impairment there is a fairly steep hill from the main drag to the hotel. It would not be an easy walk to get up. We will definitely be back, it's one of the loveliest hotels we've stayed at.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bettina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir hatten einen tollen Aufenthalt und würden sofort wieder buchen. Alles war super sauber, modern und der Invinity Pool war ein highlight. Auch bei der Auswahl des Frühstücksbuffets war für jeden was dabei.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen Krischelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Blue Elephant went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and ensure our stay was a good as possible. The facilities were modern and clean. The town itself had a lovely beach and great restaurants. I could not recommend highly enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and perfect location, right near the sea and plenty of restaurants. Has bus around the corner where you can go into the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

A G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel in a beautiful location, the road from the airport is very twisty and narrow in places but worth it . The staff are the friendliest we’ve ever met , nothing is too much trouble, they even charged my cell phone when I couldn’t get it to work! Lovely breakfast and the rooftop restaurant is amazing, great food and ambience. We had massages which were excellent too. I highly recommend this place .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024