Hotel Elounda Ilion

Address
Near Spinalonga



The hotel in general
The hotel Elounda Ilion in Crete island, is build on a hill offering a panoramic view of the bay of Elounda. The area has been characterized as a place of particular natural beauty and is considered as one of the most beautiful and quiet resorts of the Mediterranean. The sea is clean and it's suitable for all kinds of water sports. The beauty, the quietness and the hospitable environment makes Elounda Crete as one of the most popular travel destinations.

Hotel location
Elounda Tourist Guide


This is a world renowned tourism resort located to the north of Aghios Nikolaos, having an indented coastline, shaded beaches, crystal clear seas, and a tranquil and heavenly environment.

It is 10km distance from Aghios Nikolaos, and the cutting along the side of the road affords you the opportunity to admire the spectacular view of Mirambello Gulf and Korfos. The village is built on the southern coast of the Gulf of Elounda, 1km east of the ancient settlement of Olounda, from which it has taken its name. This used to be the favored place of legendary figures from Minoan Crete and of historical figures of our times.

The four villages of Elounda are spread out along the lower slopes of the approach to the Massif.

Pano and Kato Elounda, Mavrikiano and the new settlement of Skisma, the port of Elounda, bask in the glorious sea as it opens up before them offering its beauty and charm.

This sea, as described by Mr. Anestis Makridakis, glows like a sapphire under the azure light of the sky, rose-hued in summer afternoons, silvered on moonlit nights. It is a sea whose light infuses you gently but swiftly, having the power to touch you emotionally. To float in this sea, or to observe it from further away is like dreaming with open eyes.

This peaceful sea was used as a stop-over and refueling point during the period between both world wars by the UK’s Imperial Hydroplane Service The divine creator, in joyous and happy time of inspiration and joviality, did not skimp here with the colors, the lines or the boldness of combinations, giving a magical impression to the landscape. Here, lovers of the art of cinema, of the graphic arts, of music and poetry find an exceptional sight.

Elounda is a place-name that is easy to pronounce, but difficult to describe. It is a place that can only be experienced personally, to live forever thereafter in your dreams.

Service at the hotel
Elounda Ilion Hotel Facilities

- Main restaurant
- Snack bar
- Main-bar
- Room Service 10:00 - 21:00
- Satellite TV
- Video room
- Darts
- Pool Table
- Play Station unit
- Children’s playground
- Mini Golf
- Table Tennis
- Tennis
- Fresh water Swimming pool
- Children’s pool
- Parking area
- Α small rocky beach 150m from the entrance of the hotel
There is also a fully equipped conference room with a capacity of 150 persons in a theater style.

Gastronomy in the hotel
The main restaurant
In the main restaurant of Elounda Ilion you can enjoy the Breakfast buffet from 07:00 until 10:00 and the dinner buffet from 18:30 until 21:30.

The buffet offers a big variety of food based on the Greek Nutrition Diet. Food is prepared using natural Cretan products and the worldwide known "Cretan Olive Oil", essential ingredient for the Mediterranean diet. From 13:00 until 15:30 you can enjoy your light lunch in the "a la carte" restaurant that offers food of excellent quality and great taste.

Bar
The main bar of the hotel, is open daily from the early afternoon hours until 01:00, where you can enjoy a big variety of drinks and cocktails, with or without alcohol, listening to pleasant music and admiring the beautiful gulf of Merambelo, so that every evening of your holiday is unique.

Snack Bar
After breakfast enjoy your coffee nearby the swimming pool, where the snack bar is located. You are able to select from a large variety of snacks, which will meet up to everything you desire.

B.B.Q Nights
"BBQ Nights" take place nearby the swimming-pool or in the main restaurant (depending on the weather). During this activity you will enjoy different types of grilled meat of excellent quality and taste.

Sports, entertainment and pool in the hotel
Elounda Ilion Hotel Activities

Indoor Activities
The hotel provides you with a lot of possibilities in order to have a very pleasant holiday. The hotel facilities include a tennis court and a mini golf area. Also the hotel offers the chance to enjoy a billiard game, a ping-pong game, a playground for the children and much more !
Tennis and billiard are with charge, the rest of activities are free of charge.

Outdoor Activities
Staying in the Elounda Ilion Hotel, you have the possibility to experience various water sports as well as exploring the Merambello Bay via diving.
For more info you can ask at the reception of the hotel when you arrive.

Excursions
Crete has many places to visit. The palace of Knossos and the archaeological museum of Heraklion, Spinalonga Island with its medieval castle, Vai beach with its palm forest, Chrissi island with its white beaches and emerald waters are only a few of the numberless places of historical interest or natural beauty that a visitor can explore at the eastern part of Crete.

Hotel room/Accommodation
The Hotel Elounda Ilion offers 88 rooms: 10 suites, 57 rooms and 21 bungalows. Each lodging offers seaview and is equipped with a bathroom, individual air conditioning unit, direct dial telephone, music radio, mini bar, safe deposit box, hair dryer and free satellite television. Also, room service is available from 09:00 till 21:00.

Notice: This informartion is provided directly by the hotel. HolidayCheck does not assume any liability for the accuracy and completeness of this information.

4/21/10:
Elounda Ilion will open at 3rd of May 2010. We are more than pleased to Welcome you in the beautiful island of Crete