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Blue Elephant - Adults Only

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only hotel with spa

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Free daily buffet breakfast
Fitness facility
Standard Studio, Partial Sea View | Balcony view
Comfort Studio, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Almyrida, Apokoronas, Crete, 730 08
  • Place, Almyrida Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalyves Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Marathi Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Studio | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Studio, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Comfort Studio, Accessible

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Studio, Partial Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium Studio | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premium Studio

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Apokoronas

Close to the beach.Stay at this Apokoronas hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Almyrida Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kera. Kalyves Beach and Art of Living Glass Factory are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Almyrida Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kalyves Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kiani Beach - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Port of Souda - 17 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Marathi Beach - 39 min drive - 19.4 miles

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

4-star adults-only hotel with spa
Blue Elephant - Adults Only offers its guests a full-service spa, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A seasonal outdoor pool, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Blue Elephant - Adults Only. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Apokoronas hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Blue Elephant - Adults Only offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Apokoronas hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include Thai massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open select days. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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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

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

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

How close is Blue Elephant - Adults Only to the airport?

Blue Elephant - Adults Only is 19.9 mi (43-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Elephant - Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

Blue Elephant - Adults Only offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Blue Elephant - Adults Only to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Almyrida Beach and 16.2 mi (41-min drive) from Nea Chora Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Elephant - Adults Only offer free breakfast?

Blue Elephant - Adults Only offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Blue Elephant - Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Blue Elephant - Adults Only?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Elephant - Adults Only have a pool?

Blue Elephant - Adults Only features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Blue Elephant - Adults Only have a restaurant?

Blue Elephant - Adults Only is home to Blue Elephant, which features Italian cuisine, ocean views, and brunch.

Does Blue Elephant - Adults Only have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages and facials.

How close is Blue Elephant - Adults Only to downtown Apokoronas?

Blue Elephant - Adults Only is 0.2 mi away from Almyrida.

Reviews

Blue Elephant - Adults Only Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Traveled with partner
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

Felix

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nikesha Janel

Traveled with partner
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

shirah, Los angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
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

Karen Krischelle

Traveled with partner
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

Silvana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel that feels like a spa. Top service all around. Ate at the hotel restaurant twice to change things up. A little pricey but some wonderful plates and chef complementary dishes. Tuna tartar and pork dish were very good. Note that it’s located on a steep hill along with many steps from the pool to the room but we made it our daily workout.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
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

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Blue Elephant is amazing in every possible way!
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants, shops and a bakery. Very close to the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Job

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All I could have wished for, amazing stay!

Really wonderful location, stunning view, beautiful apartments and very kind service! I arrived early and was exhausted but thanks to the great solutions provided they made my start of the stay directly amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great getaway!

Great new contemporary hotel! We had a spectacular ocean view from our room 44. The breakfast was awesome with a wide assortment of foods, I would say the best breakfast included with your stay, 10 out of 10!
View from our balcony
View from the breakfast dining room
Just a sample of the fresh salmon w/cheese on a baguette.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an excellent stay. The reception staff were very friendly and welcoming we were shown to our room which was spotless a good size room with nice bathroom area. Room was serviced each day bath and pool towel supplied as well as toiletries. Room had a fridge useful for water drinks and snacks tea and coffee facilities in room. Breakfast included in stay was good contiental breakfastc as well hot items staff were attentive and welcoming.Hotel is located near to beach as well as many restaurants. The hotel has onsite restaurant bar and spa but we did not use these. Overall a very enjoyable stay would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Italy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and beautiful with amazing views. My only issue was the private pool wasnt heated and i went later in the season when it would get cold at night. So the water would be freezing maybe it doesnt make a difference if you go in june or july. Outside of that the hotel was amazing and i highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andreja

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Ana P

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Wiesbaden

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne, gepflegte Anlage und supernettes Personal! Kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mika Uwe

Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024