About this hotel
General information
Phaea Blue, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, sits right on the turquoise Aegean between the fishing village of Plaka and the old harbour of Elounda. It is a boutique hotel where Cretan hospitality meets refined design: pared-back interiors take their cue from the island’s centuries-old traditions and are finished in local natural materials and handmade pieces.
Most rooms and bungalows have private pools and views of the sea and Spinalonga island. The kitchen relies on local farmers and the hotel’s own organic garden, the bar mixes signature cocktails, and the spa works with plant-based products. Yacht trips, excursions, wine tastings and Greek cooking classes are on offer, and a library suits quieter evenings. The hotel also arranges weddings and honeymoon programmes.
Location
The hotel lies on the north-east coast of Crete, on a private beach on the Bay of Elounda next to the village of Plaka, 15 minutes’ drive from Agios Nikolaos. The Palace of Knossos is 69 km away, Heraklion International Airport 64 km and Chania airport 211 km.
Spa
The spa offers face and body treatments using natural plant-based products and Anne Semonin and Valmont skincare.
Sports & leisure
The hotel has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre with modern equipment and indoor and outdoor areas. Yoga, Pilates and meditation sessions are held, along with film screenings, Greek cooking classes and wine tastings. Golf, boat trips and excursions can be arranged.
Restaurants & bars
Dining at Phaea Blue centres on Cretan produce and the sea.
- Phāea Farmers Feast — authentic Cretan dishes from farm produce, in the shaded garden
- Anthós — a contemporary take on traditional Greek cooking, with a terrace overlooking the countryside
- Blue Door — seaside tavern serving seafood with panoramic sea views
- Votsalo — pool bar for classic and signature cocktails
- Dessert Balcony — Greek and Cretan desserts
- Beach bar — cocktails by the sea
In-room dining is available.
Swimming
The hotel has a sand-and-pebble beach with a jetty.
Rooms
Rooms, suites, bungalows and the villa share a pared-back design rooted in Cretan tradition, with local natural materials and handmade pieces. Balconies and terraces look over the surrounding landscape, the Aegean and Spinalonga island.
Every room has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a phone, Wi-Fi, a safe, a minibar, tea and coffee facilities with a Nespresso machine, a yoga mat, a bathroom with bath and/or shower, a hairdryer and toiletries.
Signature Room
A bedroom with a king-size or twin beds and a bathroom; some have a balcony with mountain views.
Deluxe Bungalow Seaview
A bungalow with a king-size bedroom and a bathroom with bath and shower; some have a sea-view balcony.
Deluxe Bungalow Seaview Private Heated Pool
A bungalow with a king-size bedroom, a bathroom with bath and shower and a terrace with a heated pool, sunloungers and views of the sea and Spinalonga.
Deluxe Suite Seaview
A king-size bedroom, a living room and two bathrooms; some suites have a terrace with sunloungers, seating and panoramic sea views.
Junior Suite Private Heated Pool
A king-size bedroom, a living room, a bathroom and a terrace with a heated pool, sunloungers and views of the countryside.
Island Suite Seaview Private Heated Pool
A king-size bedroom, a living room with dining area, two bathrooms and a terrace with a heated pool, sunloungers and panoramic views of the sea and Spinalonga.
Blue Maisonette Suite Private Heated Pool
A two-level suite with a king-size bedroom, a living room, two bathrooms, a balcony with dining area, a garden and a terrace with a pool. A second bedroom can be added.
Phāea Blue Villa
A two-level villa with three bedrooms (one with a canopy bed and fireplace), a living room with dining area, a kitchen, a fitness area, a garden and a terrace with a heated pool, barbecue and sea views. A personal butler and private chef look after guests.
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Actual room layout, furnishings, décor, views and amenities may differ from those shown and may vary between rooms of the same category. Hotel and room descriptions are based on information provided by the property and are believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but are not guaranteed. The hotel may renovate or change its rooms, facilities, restaurants and services at any time without notice. The final details of your stay are confirmed at the time of booking. See our Terms of Use.