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Elounda Residence Resort & Waterpark

★★★★·8.3/ 10Recommended
·Hotels
Check-in 03:00 PM / out 11:00 AM
Arcade/game roomBoat tours nearbyFitness facilitiesFree breakfastFull-service spa24-hour front deskAll 65 facilities +
Review
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Elounda Residence Resort & Waterpark is located in one of the best spots in Elounda, with beautiful panoramic views over the bay and the charming fishing village of Elounda. It’s a friendly, family-run resort where you’ll experience Greek hospitality and value for money. The rooms and apartments are comfortable, and all come with a private balcony or terrace. If you want something extra, there are maisonette villas with a private pool, along with premium double and premium maisonette rooms. The resort has plenty of facilities to make your holiday relaxing and fun. There’s a main pool and spa center, an outdoor gym, and sports fields, a waterpark, a fun park, and even a handy mini market on site. The all-inclusive program gives you lots of choice. The main buffet restaurant, Ariadne, serves Mediterranean and international dishes. You can also book dinner at the Greek taverna Raki & Meze or the grill restaurant McCretan with serves a set menu. The waterpark has its own snack buffet with food favorites for kids. For drinks, you can head to the main pool bar Veghera or the waterpark pool bar Thalassa. In July and August, the Fun Park Bar opens too from the afternoon to the evening. There’s always some animation or entertainment going on. During the day, there are activities like aqua gym, pool games, sports competitions, and the kids’ club. In the evenings, there’s entertainment such as quizzes, karaoke, a mini disco for children, dance parties and live music. Elounda town center is within walking distance of 15-20 minutes, or you can take the free daily shuttle bus from the reception car park leading up to the main road of Elounda. You’ll find in Elounda cafés, tavernas, shops, a sandy beach, and boats to the famous UNESCO world heritage listed island of Spinalonga for its 16th-century Venetian fortress and its history as a leprosy colony from 1903 to 1957.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 93 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-19

Guests praise stunning sea views, comfortable beds, and friendly staff, noting child-friendly facilities. Main complaints include steep terrain making walking difficult, some rooms appearing dated or poorly maintained, saltwater pools with low temperatures, and mixed reviews on food quality.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Facilities8.2
Surroundings8.2
Service8.0
Cleanliness8.0
Location7.0
Value6.0
PraisedSpacious multi-bedroom rooms & sea views · Aquapark & kids' play facilities · Friendly staff & internal shuttle service · Abundant breakfast & All-inclusive options
ComplaintsSteep hillside terrain, many stairs & stroller-inaccessible · Pools & play areas close early at 18:00 · Saltwater pools with slippery edges & inconsistent maintenance · Aging facilities & average soundproofing in older units

KEYSuitable for drivers valuing views. Requires good mobility for steep slopes; bring goggles for salt pools and manage expectations regarding facility age and dining variety.

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