INNSiDE Crete Elounda

“We spent 9 nights at INNSiDE Elounda this May as a couple, and it turned out to be one of our most memorable stays in Greece. Our Loft Seaview room (413) was spotless and beautifully laid out, with a sofa inside angled toward the sea and a wide balcony opening up to the same view. Because the hotel sits slightly elevated above the coast, the panorama stretches across the whole bay of Elounda, and the elevation actually gives you a more striking perspective than being right at the waterline. The balcony quickly became our favorite spot of the entire trip. The pool area is equally impressive. The loungers are genuinely comfortable for hours at a time, the music sets a great vibe throughout the day, and you get that same sweeping bay view from your sunbed. We had dinner several evenings at the à la carte restaurant and worked our way through the menu. The beef tartare, the tenderloin, and the calamari were standouts, and we tried plenty of other dishes across our stay that were just as good. Every evening started with a different amuse-bouche which kept things interesting throughout the week. It feels like an elevated take on Greek and international cuisine without losing any of the warmth. Something that genuinely surprised us was the live music. Around four evenings a week there was a performance, and each one had its own style, none of it the standard hotel-act type of thing. It gave those nights a real character of their own. The team deserves a particular mention. Everyone is warm, approachable, and genuinely easy to talk to, which is a quality that often gets lost at 5 star properties where the service can feel a bit formal or distant. Here it strikes a rare balance. The polish and attentiveness you expect at this level are absolutely there, but so is the kind of casual, human conversation that makes you feel like a guest rather than a customer. Whether it was at breakfast, the pool, or the restaurant, every interaction felt personal, and after nine nights it really started to feel like we knew the team. Parking is straightforward on the private hotel lot, which made it easy to head out with our rental car and explore the area. Elounda itself is a charming little town and there are plenty of beautiful spots nearby worth a drive. The view and the team are what make this hotel a must visit for us. We will definitely be back.”

“Everything was simply perfect — great service, a warm and friendly atmosphere, and excellent management. The perfect holiday destination! 100% recommendation. A special thank you to the entire staff, who were always incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional throughout our stay. An especially big thank you to the extremely friendly front office manager and the guest experience team, who already took care of everything before our arrival and made us feel truly welcome from the very beginning. We will definitely come back again!”

“We had an amazing stay at INNSiDE by Meliá Crete Elounda. The hotel is beautifully designed, modern, and perfectly located with breathtaking views over Elounda Bay. The rooms were spotless, spacious, and very comfortable, with excellent amenities and stylish decoration. The staff was incredibly welcoming, friendly, and always willing to help with anything we needed. Breakfast on the terrace with the sea view was one of the highlights of our stay, and the food overall was fresh and delicious. The infinity pool area was relaxing and peaceful, creating the perfect atmosphere for a true holiday escape. Everything about this hotel felt high quality and thoughtfully organized. We truly enjoyed the calm environment, the excellent service, and the beautiful surroundings. We would definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Crete and Elounda.”

“Magnifique”

“Nous rentrons tout juste de 10 jours de vacances en Crète, un séjour organisé pour l’anniversaire de mon mari, et nous avons eu la chance de séjourner au INNSiDE by Meliá Elounda. Cet hôtel est tout simplement magnifique. Tout y est pensé pour que l’on se sente bien, presque comme à la maison, avec une atmosphère à la fois élégante, chaleureuse et très familiale. Avant même notre arrivée, nous avons été touchés par l’attention et la gentillesse du personnel. Et quelle belle surprise en découvrant la délicate attention d’anniversaire préparée pour mon mari dans notre chambre. Ce geste nous a énormément touchés. Les chambres sont modernes, extrêmement confortables, cosy et décorées avec énormément de goût. La vue sur la baie est absolument splendide et apporte une sensation de calme et de douceur incroyable. Tout le personnel a été exceptionnel du début à la fin du séjour : les réceptionnistes, les équipes de ménage, les serveurs, les cuisiniers, les bagagistes… absolument tout le monde est adorable et aux petits soins. Un immense merci tout particulièrement à Marina, Irini, Stavros, Lucas et Christos qui ont rendu notre séjour encore plus spécial par leur bienveillance, leur professionnalisme et leur gentillesse sincère. Les installations de l’hôtel sont superbes : l’espace piscine est magnifique, l’ambiance générale invite pleinement à la détente et à la douceur de vivre grecque. La salle de sport avec sa vue ouverte sur la baie est absolument incroyable et équipée d’appareils dernier cri. Enfin, l’hôtel est idéalement situé pour découvrir facilement les alentours de la Crète. Tout était parfait du début à la fin. Nous repartons avec de merveilleux souvenirs et nous reviendrons avec immense plaisir. Merci du fond du cœur à toute l’équipe.”