Simone Birkby
We recently stayed at Domes of Elounda as a family and had a wonderful holiday. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional – every member of staff was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable, always happy to help with recommendations or answer questions.
As a coeliac traveller, I was particularly impressed by how well the hotel catered for gluten-free dietary requirements. Staff were knowledgeable about coeliac disease and took care to ensure safe dining options were available throughout our stay, which made a huge difference and allowed us to relax and enjoy our meals.
What made it even more memorable was the atmosphere created by the staff throughout the resort. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly, taking the time to interact with guests of all ages and making people feel genuinely valued. Whether it was a cheerful greeting, a chat with the children, or simply remembering guests from day to day, their warmth helped create a relaxed and happy environment.
The resort is incredibly family-friendly. Our children especially loved the entertainment on the Wednesday, which felt refreshing compared to the usual evening discos and shows found at many resorts. The bubble show was a real highlight and something a little different that kept the children thoroughly entertained.
A special mention also goes to the Kids Club and to Eleni and her team, who were absolutely fantastic. It was lovely to see activities that were not only fun but genuinely educational. Our children particularly loved learning about Greek mythology, and it was wonderful to see them so engaged and excited to come back each day to share what they had learned. The care, enthusiasm and creativity of the team really stood out and added so much to our holiday.
The beach was another standout feature. It was small, sheltered and felt very safe for children, allowing us to relax while they played and swam. It created a lovely family atmosphere and never felt overcrowded.
A special mention must also go to Makris restaurant, where the food was simply divine. Every meal we had there was beautifully presented, full of flavour and among the best food we experienced during our stay.
One thing that stood out was the number of guests we met who had returned multiple times. After our experience, it’s easy to understand why so many people choose to come back year after year.
The only small area for improvement would be the children’s menus. While there was plenty that our children enjoyed, the options felt quite repetitive across the different restaurants. It would also have been nice to see vegetables included more regularly with children’s meals.
Overall, Domes of Elounda delivered a fantastic family holiday with excellent service, outstanding food, excellent coeliac-friendly catering, a brilliant Kids Club, and a safe, child-friendly environment. We would happily recommend it and can certainly see why so many guests return time and again.
Erin Devine
This is a very basic 4 star hotel. The pools and beach area are the highlights, and the food included in the meal rate was up to par, however improvements need to be made to truly consider the a 5 star and the value for the cost is not there. I would advise this for families only unless you are willing to stay in the adults only area, but know that the property caters more towards kids and families.
Le Lous Benoît
We had a wonderful stay from start to finish. The location is truly paradise, ideally situated between Elounda and Plaka.
Our one-bedroom suite was spacious, comfortable, and offered breathtaking views. We especially enjoyed the breakfasts, which were both high-quality and varied. The Vilbrequin beach, the outdoor gym, and the overall atmosphere made our experience even more special.
A special mention goes to the staff for their kindness, and particularly to “Butterfly,” who took great care of our suite with a constant smile.
We will definitely return and highly recommend Domes of Elounda. Thank you for an unforgettable stay!
Samuel Böhm
We stayed two nights in the Spinalonga Island Aqua Retreat section and it is genuinely one of the best hotel experiences we have had.
The Room
The view of Spinalonga from the terrace is something else. Private plunge pool, well-designed suite, great attention to detail. You never really want to leave the terrace or room.
The Team
The Guest Relations team stands out. The passion, attention to detail and just pure kindness of the team is exceptional. Everything was taken care of - warm, professional and genuinely attentive, exactly what you hope for at this level.
We have already referred this hotel to multiple friends/colleagues and will definitely come back.
Yuka Hayakawa
We travel for vacation about every two months and usually stay at Marriott Bonvoy hotels, so our expectations were quite high when we arrived at Domes of Elounda after a 1.5-hour drive from the port.
The view was absolutely stunning, and our suite with a private jacuzzi and pool was beautiful, perfect for relaxing. However, the resort is very large, so we had to call a buggy every time we wanted to go anywhere. Even the kids’ pool was quite far from our room.
For dinner, all à la carte restaurants were fully booked without a reservation, but the buffet restaurant was open. The buffet selection was quite limited, and there were almost no baby-friendly options, so our 1.5-year-old daughter had the food we brought from home.
We took a buggy to the area near Antonio’s Italian Restaurant and then walked about 10 minutes to reach great restaurants just outside the resort, like Giovanni’s, where we also found cute local shops.
Breakfast was nice but almost the same every day, so it became a little repetitive. We have stayed at W Kuala Lumpur before (for less than half the price), and their buffet had many more choices, so we couldn’t help but compare.
The Kids Club is a great idea and perfect for parents who want some relaxing time, but our daughter was still too young to join. I think children aged 3 and above would really enjoy it.
Overall, the scenery and staff were wonderful, and with a bit more variety in dining and easier access around the resort, it could be a truly amazing place to stay.
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