Elounda Water Park Residence Hotel
Elounda Water Park Residence Hotel is a four-star, eco-friendly and bike-friendly hotel located in Elounda, Crete. It welcomes and embraces cycling enthusiasts, as well as hiking lovers.
Situated on a hill flank it provides its guests with an unequalled, panoramic view of the Mirabello bay, the historical fortress of “Spinalonga” and the island of “Kolokitha”.
Inspired by Cretan culture, hospitality and natural beauty, as well as the local gastronomical traditions and history, the hotel’s Management and team may offer travellers with genuine summer experiences. The hotel’s staff, its rooms, the apartments which are especially designed for families and the villas equipped with private pools with a marvelous view, offer both a sense of comfort and a warm holiday feeling.
Guests have the chance to enjoy generous and bountiful breakfast, lunch and dinner at the “Ariadni” main restaurant, with daily cooking shows. They may have a drink at the “Veghera Bar” overlooking the breathtaking view of the bay. Guests may also treat themselves to delicious cuisine at Cretan “Raki-Meze Kafenion”, “Thalassa Bar-Restaurant”, as well as at the “Snack Bar”.
Amenities also include:
- a Spa Centre with Hammam and Sauna
- two pools for adults and two for children
- an outdoor fitness area
- a petanque court
- a tennis court
- an arcade
- a mini football court
- a basketball court
- fun park
- kids club
- and a unique-in-the-area water park with slides
They are available for unlimited time of pleasure, sports and fun. Evening entertainment both for adults and for children usually takes place in the open-air theatre of the hotel.
Following the hotel’s philosophy, the owners were motivated to start an ecological traveling project which offers guests the opportunity to explore Crete in an environmentally-friendly way. In their search of professional partners, they came across “Martinbike Kreta”, run by a Swiss family of cycling fanatics and cooperate with Scottish bicycle manufacturers. In order to organize cycling activities, the “Martin Bike Village” was constructed in the hotel’s complex.
Amicable cycling guides accompany tours of various levels of competence. Yes! It is possible to rent a bike for solitude rides or join one of the group ones. Parking is available in a secured bike station. Are you eager to discover East Crete on a road or mountain bike? The first well-organized, bike-friendly hotel in Elounda makes it possible!
Looking for more adventure? Take great pleasure in hiking trips through impressive gorges or up the Cretan mountains, overlooking the historical island of “Spinalonga” and the Elounda bay, guided by an experienced team. Swim in the crystal-clear Blue-flagged awarded Beaches. Fishing villages or villages on the mountains make up the perfect scenery for thrill seekers.
Furthermore, we could organize upon request, one day cruise to Santorini Island, to Spinalonga Island and sea activities such as self-drive boat, Diving, Snorkeling Gear, Kayaking, Canoe, Speed Boat tours, Windsurfing, Waterski, jet ski, sup, weak board, Towable.
Elounda Water Park Residence Hotel is located 5 minutes from Elounda, 15 minutes from the town on Agios Nikolaos and less than an hour from Heraklion airport. The area is considered to be a magnet for thousands of tourists, who keep visiting it every year thereafter. The contrast between the magnificent natural landscape and the traditional villages, the luxurious hotels and restaurants makes it a worthwhile experience.
Bike friendly facilities offered by the hotel
- Information about bike friendly services either on the website or in the hotel brochure, or in a special brochure.
- Area map with cycling routes in printed or electronic form (free service).
- Secure parking or storage area for bicycles or co-operation with a corresponding space near the hotel (free service).
- Tool kit availability (free service).
- Washing machine-dryer available on a daily basis (on-site or off-site – paid service).
- Renting and repairing bicycles in the hotel or near the hotel (paid service).
- Collaboration with a company that organizes cycling tours.
- Parking places with a special rack for bicycles.
- Electric bicycle battery charging point.
- Rent a mini van service for bicycles transport.
- Lunchbox availability with fruit, toast, energy drinks, etc.
- Availability of healthy breakfast with organic-bio products.
- Gym-fitness area.
- Wellness services availability (at least one): Sauna, Hammam, Jacuzzi, Massage, Thalassotherapy pool.
