In historical district.You'll find Plaka Beach and Spinalonga Castle within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Istro Beach is 17.4 mi (28.1 km) away.
What's nearby
Plaka Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Hiona Beach - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
Elounda Windmills - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles
Spinalonga - 17 min drive - 1.3 miles
Spinalonga Castle - 22 min drive - 1.5 miles
Getting around
Sitia (JSH) - 95 min drive
Restaurants
Tesoro Mio & ΠΙΤΤΑ Canteen - 7 min drive
Blend - 20 min walk
Stone Beach - 16 min walk
To Paradosiako - 10 min drive
Isla Bistro & Cocktail Bar - 17 min walk
About this property
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Plaka Beach
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.
Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Free self parking and valet parking are available.
This 5-star Agios Nikolaos hotel is smoke free.
47 guestrooms or units
3 dining venues
2 bars or lounges
Built in 2007
Buffet breakfast (free)
Kid's club (surcharge)
Childcare (surcharge)
Beach lounge chairs
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Dry cleaning
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-out
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Library
Terrace
Garden
Beauty salon
Elevator
No smoking on site
Bar by the pool
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies.
Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
3 restaurants
A poolside bar
Couples/private dining
Things to do
24-hour gym
Art gallery
Bicycle rentals
Books
Children's club
Designer stores
Fitness classes
Library
Motor boating
Outdoor pool
Personal motorized watercraft
Pilates classes
Rowing/canoeing
Sailing
Scooter/moped rentals
Scuba diving
Snorkeling
Surfing/bodyboarding
Water skiing
Windsurfing
Wine tasting room
Yoga classes
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note: Guestroom photos are representative of rooms offered and may differ from the actual room received.
A credit card deposit is only valid when card and cardholder are present at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 1 and April 30.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: EUR 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children 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 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: EUR 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
This property’s heated pool temperatures may range from 78-82 degrees Fahrenheit (26-28 degrees Celsius).
Property Registration Number 1040K015A0000201
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.
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.
Property is also known as
Blue Palace
Blue Palace Agios Nikolaos
Blue Palace Resort
Blue Palace Resort Agios Nikolaos
Palace Blue
Blue Palace Luxury Collection Resort Agios Nikolaos
Blue Palace Luxury Collection Elounda
Blue Palace Luxury Collection Agios Nikolaos
Blue Palace Luxury Collection Resort Crete Agios Nikolaos
Blue Palace Luxury Collection Crete Agios Nikolaos
Blue Palace a Luxury Collection Resort Spa
Frequently asked questions
How close is Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World to the airport?
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is 50.2 mi (95-min drive) away from the Sitia (JSH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
As of Sep 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World on Sep 19, 2025 start from $537.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have an airport shuttle?
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers an airport shuttle.
How close is Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World to the beach?
This hotel is 0.9 mi (6-min drive) from Plaka Beach and 17.4 mi (42-min drive) from Istro Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offer free breakfast?
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.
Is there free parking at Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.
Does Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a pool?
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Does Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a restaurant?
Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.
Does Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a spa?
This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body wraps, body treatments, and massages.
How close is Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World to downtown Agios Nikolaos?
Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is 2.3 mi away from Elounda.
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