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A table set for two with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a pitcher, overlooking a mountainous landscape with lights in the distance.
A room with a large bed, stone walls, and large windows offering a view of trees.
A buffet table with various food items and kitchen appliances.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by stone walls and trees.
A stone pathway leading to a building with a wooden door and a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ano Vouves, Platanias, 73100
  • Place, Olive Tree of Vouves
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Karavitakis Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Platanias Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, a small desk, a chair, and a vanity with a mirror.

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

An outdoor patio with two wicker chairs, a small round table, and a view of greenery and trees.

Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A traditional four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden nightstand, a table with chairs, and a stone wall.

Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Platanias

In Platanias .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Orthodox Academy of Crete and 9 miles (15 km) of Afrata Beach. War Shelter of Platanias and Platanias Beach are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Olive Tree of Vouves - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Karavitakis Winery - 5 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Platanias Beach - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Agia Marina Beach - 20 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete - 37 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Η αcαcία του Αγά - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Μπουκιά & Γεύσεις - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Freshness - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lounge Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Symposium Buffet Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa

Luxurious boutique hotel with spa
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Platanias hotel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Platanias hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include Thai massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

Awards and affiliations

Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel - This property has received certification as a Boutique Hotel under the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel certification scheme.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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.

Property is also known as

Elia Traditional Hotel Platanias
Elia Traditional Platanias
Elia Traditional & Platanias
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Hotel
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Platanias
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Hotel Platanias

Frequently asked questions

How close is Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa to the airport?

Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa is 28.8 mi (50-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa on Sept 30, 2026 start from CA $172, 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 Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa.

How close is Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa to the beach?

This hotel is 8.9 mi (35-min drive) from Afrata Beach and 10.2 mi (21-min drive) from Platanias Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, massages, and body wraps.

How close is Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa to downtown Platanias?

Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa is 0.2 mi away from Ano Vouves.

Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Flora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful place with great food, view and pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elia is la lovely hotel owned by wonderful hosts. The breakfast is plentiful, the view from the roof terrace where dinner is served breathtaking. The pool is wonderful too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pro: Remote and quiet location Con: No WiFi reception / internet on our room, trails are not usable when it has rained a lot
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yannik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fatastische Aussicht. Tolle Zimmer, super Frühstück. Auch der Pool ist groß und generell ist es eine sehr großzügige Anlage mit vielen kleinen, gemütlichen Sitzecken. Kleines Minus: sehr dünne Wände sodass ich mal einen Nachbar auf Toilette sitzen gehört hab 😬
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pulizia e cura del luogo, personale gentile, presente ma non invadente, camera spaziosa e con un look tradizionale, il tutto inserito in un contesto bucolico tra alberi di ulivo e giardini fioriti. Sicuramente faremo fatica a dimenticarci la pace di questo luogo. Grazie!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rust

Hier kan je tot rust komen. Het terras waar je kan ontbijten of dineren heeft een prachtig uitzicht. Er is voldoende cultuur en wandelingen in de omgeving om je dagen te vullen en ter afsluiting kan je een duik nemen in het zwembad. Het personeel staat altijd voor je klaar met een lach op hun gezicht. We hebben genoten van ons verblijf hier.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nils

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eine super Unterkunft! Super sauber und sehr herzliche Gastgeber! Kann ich nur empfehlen! 😇
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Knut Arve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Årets hotellopplevelse

Detten var en svært positiv overaskelse! Anbefalkes på det sterkeste. Nydelig mat, fantastisk sted og framfor alt vennlige mennesker :-) Hvis jeg skulle driste meg til et lite tips, så er det å fjerne de lave buskene mellom basenget og olivenhagen, slik at den fantastiske utsikten over havet kan nytes fra bassengkanten ... sammen med en kald drink :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Parfait

Parfait
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicolai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr sauber, täglicher Zimmerservice. Es wird gewischt und gibt frische Handtücher. Der Pool ist auch sehr schön, das Wasser wurde jedoch im Laufe des Aufenthalts immer trüber. Es gibt's die Möglichkeit abends dort zu essen, das Preisniveau ist etwas höher als in den üblichen Tavernen/Restaurant. Im ganzen hat uns der Aufenthalt sehr gefallen und wir haben uns gut erholt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elia is a beautiful and peaceful retreat, staff are so kind.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Das Hotel war sehr persönlich, man kannte die Gäste nach einigen Tagen und hat sich zum gemeinsamen Essen getroffen. Ein großes Lob an den unglaublich warmherzigen Koch, welcher seit über 15 Jahren kommt und einzigartige, traditionelle Küche zubereitet. Alle Daumen hoch :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renaud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Petit coin de paradis

Séjour au top, petit coin de paradis au calme, avec des hôtes aux petits soins et de très bons conseils. Superbe piscine, chambre très confortable, bien décorée. Petits déjeuners généreux, beaucoup de choix. Vraiment un séjour agréable et reposant, loin des gros hôtels et de la foule. Encore merci pour vos attentions
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Britta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Eine Oase der Ruhe inmitten von Olivenhainen. Die Gastgeberin war sehr nett und hat uns jeden Abend ein sehr leckeres Menü zu einem guten Preis bereitet. Sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Really lovely place located between olive trees. Can only be reached by car. Good food and atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views, garden and location fantastic. Staff very very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great find. Secluded, quiet, very relaxing. They also have a beautiful pool, which is not mentioned here on Expedia. This place is NOT easy to find. Google Maps and Apple Maps both had me going in the wrong directions. There is a small sign on the road that I happened to spot and turned off there...down a very old, narrow, unpaved country road for a couple of hundred meters. I thought I was lost again until I saw the parking lot with a sign pointing to reception.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time visiting, and will return again next year . Fabulous location , very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ultimate relaxation

Wonderful hotel, very relaxing, fabulous food. Definitely need a car but great places to explore
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The way all hotels should be

We stayed at Elia for our honeymoon and the experience could not have been nicer. Its a gorgeous out of the way spot in the hills that combines authentic Cretan charm with a comfort and level of care appreciated by foreign travellers. The food, views, pool, spa/yoga services and general hospitality were all fantastic. If we had any criticisms, it would be that our room and balcony did not feel very private: the room was directly over the outdoor breakfast tables so opening blinds and windows felt like being overlooked. We also shared a balcony with a couple who were akways on theirs smoking cigarettes. Perhaps the hotel could consider adding a partition so that guests with adjoining balconies can enjoy more privacy. Overall, Elia is a gem and we will definitely return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jürgen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021