Elounda, Crete, Greece

Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection

Private pools and a sandy beach facing Spinalonga, Elounda.

  • Indoor
  • Heated
  • Seasonal
181 guest reviewsRated 9.3 out of 10 from 181 reviews on Booking.com · checked 11 Oct 2026
Pool verified · checked 7 Oct 2026
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Why it made the list

Highlights

  • On the sandy beach of Driros, facing Spinalonga
  • A private pool or outdoor hot tub in every suite, residence and villa
  • Family pools heated late March to mid-May and in October, up to 26°C
  • Adults-only Chora complex (16+) with its own pool
  • Heraklion airport 71 km, Agios Nikolaos 12 km
Domed building lit at dusk with Spinalonga across the water

The pool

Why this pool made the list

Spinalonga and its Venetian fortress sit just across the water, and the pools of Domes of Elounda step down the hillside towards the sandy beach of Driros. Families get their own outdoor pools with a shallow kids' pool, there's an adults-only pool, the 16+ Chora complex has a pool with the closest view of the island, and the spa has an indoor seawater pool. Many suites, residences and villas add a private pool; the rest have an outdoor hot tub.

The family pools are heated in spring and autumn, from late March to mid-May and through October, up to 26°C, and the indoor pool is heated for the whole season. Loungers, umbrellas and pool towels are free, and the Neema and Kooreloo pool bars keep drinks close. Worth knowing: this is a seasonal resort, so there's no winter swimming here.

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Heated
Yes
Type
Shared, indoor
Open
Seasonal
Kids' pool
Yes
Pool access
Included in the rate

Checked against the property's official facilities on 7 Oct 2026. We re-check monthly.

The stay

Beyond the pool

Domes of Elounda climbs a hillside down to the sandy beach of Driros, about 2.5 km from Elounda village and 12 km from Agios Nikolaos. Heraklion airport is 71 km away.

Every room is a suite, residence or villa, from open-plan suites to four-bedroom residences, and each comes with either a private pool or an outdoor hot tub. Thólos serves breakfast and Greek dinners, Makris is the fine-dining room led by Michelin-starred chef Petros Dimas, Antonino's does Italian, and Vilebrequin La Plage sits on the beach. The Soma Spa adds a sauna, steam room and hammam, and the KiEPOS kids' club keeps younger guests busy.

Here's the thing: the resort is built on a hillside, the beach is reached by steps, and step-free access is limited.

  • Resort
  • On the coast
  • Family-friendly
  • Pets welcome
  • Beachfront
  • Spa

Good to know

Questions people ask

Are the pools heated?

The main family pools are heated from late March to mid-May and through October, up to 26°C, and the indoor spa pool is heated for the whole season. Heating for private pools depends on the villa or residence, so ask when you book.

Which rooms have a private pool?

Private pools come with the Premium One Bedroom Suite with Private Pool, the Family Suite Sea View with Private Pool, the Core, Private and Luxury Residences with pool and the Luxury Villas. The other suites have an outdoor hot tub instead.

Is the resort adults only?

No: children of all ages are welcome, with a kids' pool and kids' club. Adults have their own pool and the 16+ Chora complex.

Can I bring my dog?

Small to medium dogs and cats are accepted in the Luxury Residences and Luxury Villas only, for a fee, and pets can't swim in the pools.

Nearby

When you get out of the water

Chania: Balos Lagoon Off-road 4x4 Jeep Safari from Kissamos 6 hours A small-group off-road drive to Balos lagoon from Kissamos, in the far west of the island. See on GetYourGuide Knossos: Knossos Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Walking Tour 1.5 hours A small-group guided walk round the Minoan palace near Heraklion, skipping the ticket queue. See on GetYourGuide Chania: Authentic Cooking Class in the White Mountains 6 hours Cook Cretan dishes in the White Mountains above Chania, then eat them; pickup available. See on GetYourGuide Chania: Elafonissi Beach, Free Umbrella, Honey & Wine Tasting 10 hours A full day from Chania to Elafonissi beach, with honey and wine tasting on the way. See on GetYourGuide

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