Overview
A sensational holiday experience begins the moment you arrive at the magnificent Domes Aulus Elounda, a relaxing adults-only escape on the north-east coast of the romantic Greek island of Crete. This enchanting all-inclusive hideaway sits on a pic...
A sensational holiday experience begins the moment you arrive at the magnificent Domes Aulus Elounda, a relaxing adults-only escape on the north-east coast of the romantic Greek island of Crete. This enchanting all-inclusive hideaway sits on a picturesque hillside close to a private shingle beach, with fabulous views of the gulf of Elounda. You’ll stay in lavish accommodation that has been furnished to perfection and dine in an array of superb eating venues, with exquisite traditional Greek and Mediterranean dishes available. A revitalising treatment at the sumptuous spa is the perfect way to harmonise your body, mind and soul after an invigorating workout at the cutting-edge gym. Take a dip in the charming swimming pool and soak up the sun on the terrace, or head down to the beach for an afternoon of exciting water sports on the crystal-clear waters. Make this holiday extra special by upgrading to a Cool Living Selection suite, which provides you with an abundance of excellent privileges, including exclusive access to a private rooftop sundeck with a serene swimming pool, evening BBQs and refreshing cocktails.
How far is the nearest beach?
The hotel has its own private beach.
Distance from the airport
Heraklion Airport is approximately 69km away from Domes Aulūs Elounda.
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Pools
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Restaurant
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Bar
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Gym
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Beach
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Spa
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Wifi
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Parking
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Adults-Only
Tropical Nest
- Balcony or terrace with garden view
- Double bed
- Bathroom with walk-in shower
- Upgraded bathroom amenities
- Television
- Telephone (local charge)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Welcome treats and farewell gift
- Minibar (local charge)
- Nespresso coffee machine
- Tea-making facilities
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Hairdryer
- Safe
- Iron and ironing board
Sapphire Nest with sharing pool
- Direct access to sharing pool
- Spacious terrace with sunbed and sea views
- Double bed
- Bathroom with walk-in shower
- Upgraded bathroom amenities
- Television
- Telephone (local charge)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Welcome treats and farewell gift
- Minibar (local charge)
- Nespresso coffee machine
- Tea-making facilities
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Hairdryer
- Safe
- Iron and ironing board
Sapphire Cozy Suite
- Direct access to sharing pool
- Spacious terrace with sunbed and sea views
- Double bed or twin bed
- Sofa bed
- Bathroom with walk-in shower
- Upgraded bathroom amenities
- Television
- Telephone (local charge)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Welcome treats and farewell gift
- Minibar (local charge)
- Nespresso coffee machine
- Tea-making facilities
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Hairdryer
- Safe
- Iron and ironing board
Cool Living Selection Sapphire Zen Suite with shar
- Cool Living Selection benefits
- Private terrace with access to sharing pool and sea view
- Queen-size bed
- Bathroom with walk-in shower
- Upgraded bathroom amenities
- Television
- Telephone (local charge)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Welcome treat and farewell gift
- Minibar (local charge)
- Nespresso coffee machine
- Tea-making facilities
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Hairdryer
- Safe
- Iron and ironing board
Cool Living Selection Sapphire Cozy Suite with ind
- Cool Living Selection benefits
- Private balcony/terrace with individual pool and sea view
- Double bed or twin-size bed
- Sofa bed
- Bathroom with walk-in shower
- Upgraded bathroom amenities
- Television
- Telephone
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Welcome treat and farewell gift
- Minibar (local charge)
- Nespresso coffee machine
- Tea-making facilities
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Hairdryer
- Safe
- Iron and ironing board
Facilities
- Swimming pools
- Restaurants
- Bars
- Private beach
- Gym
- Spa
- Fitness classes
- Water sports
- Outdoor cinema
- Cacao ceremony
- Boutique shopping
- Outdoor cinema
- Experiences
- 24-hour reception
- Laundry, dry-cleaning and ironing service (upon request)
*Please note that charges may apply to some activities and for the use of some facilities.
Cool Living Selection
Guests staying in Cool Living Selection suites are entitled to the following benefits:
- All Cool Inclusive Dine-Around privileges
- Exclusive daily access to the private rooftop pool deck, Greco Levante (including music, Wi-Fi and sea views)
- Unlimited consumption of excellent etiquettes of wine, branded beers, soft drinks, juices and hot and cold snacks served at Greco Levante
- Premium spirits and creative cocktails served in the evening at Greco Levante
- À la carte BBQ dinner at The Griglia | Meat Hub at Greco Levante 4 days a week (themed kitchen nights for other 3 nights a week)
- An exclusive breakfast experience at Greco Levante
- Grab & Go light lunch buffet at Greco Levante
- Some additional items in the à la carte restaurants
- Diverse evening entertainment (including live DJs at sunset parties, wine tastings, VIP champagne rituals, movie nights, workshops, artisanal experiences and more)
- Complimentary in-room minibar upon arrival (restocking available upon request at local charge)
- Daily replenishment of in-room coffee, tea, juice and cocktail, along with exclusively made nibbles and bites made by the executive chef
- Superior rooms with premium amenities
- The Insiders Program (a team that will cater to your wishes, arrange your activities and provide insider tips on Crete)
- Concierge service
- Domes Exclusive check-in experience
Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change without notice. You will be provided with full details of the Cool Living Selection benefits on arrival at the hotel.
All-inclusive
The Domes Aulus Elounda, Curio Collection by Hilton, Cool Inclusive Dine-Around concept includes the following:
- Early continental breakfast and regular American Buffet breakfast served at The Island main restaurant
- Lunch served buffet style at The Island main restaurant OR à la carte lunch served at the Meze Means to Share restaurant
- Dinner served buffet style at The Island main restaurant OR à la carte dinner served at Amphiteátro Tesoro Mio OR at Amphiteátro Canteen (pre-booking required for guests staying for a minimum of 7 nights)
- Local and international beverages offered at lunch and dinner
- All branded local and international alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages served at different bars and restaurants throughout the day (excluding Greco Levante bar, which is exclusive to Cool Living Selection guests)
- Snacks served at selected bars during the day
- Aulus Night Out - Cool Inclusive Experience, including a round-trip minibus shuttle service to Agios Nikolaos (according to a predefined schedule), a complimentary drink or cocktail at Swell rooftop bar, and 10% discount at selected retail stores and souvenirs in Agios Nikolaos
Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change without notice. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You will be provided with full details of the Cool Inclusive Dine Around programme on arrival at the hotel.
Dining
The Island
- Greek and Mediterranean cuisine
- Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, buffet style
Amphiteátro Tesoro Mia | Trattoria the Italian Way
- Italian and Mediterranean cuisine
Amphiteátro Canteen
- Traditional Greek cuisine
Meze Means to Share
- Traditional Greek meze dishes
Blu Bar
Ammon Beach Bar
24-hour room service and breakfast and lunch baskets are available (upon request).
4.4
Google reviews (851)
Peter Robson
A real mix of good and not so good. Location and views are stunning. Service was very mixed, some staff were lovely, friendly and engaging, while others looked and acted like they just couldn't care and didn't want to be there. Certainly not a 5* experience, overpriced when compared to other 5* hotels. Housekeeping in our room was awful, we had to wear slippers/flip-flops as the floor was so dirty. They didn't clean it well, can't believe they spent more than 2 minutes each time, certainly less than they spent on their phones! That was a theme, so many staff were on their phones alot, even at the expense of serving guests. That said, some staff went over and above, big shout out to Theodore in the restaurant, nothing was too much trouble, thank you. Management is nowhere to be seen, and overall the experience wasn't as we expected, we will not be back. We felt the publicity shots on website promised something different in reality. That all said, the views, the location and the overall quietness meant we had a very relaxing week, despite some of the poor standards of the hotel. Reading many reviews, there is a theme, so don't feel my comments are unique
Joao Miguel Santos
Once again and for the second time in 4 months we had a wonderful heartwarming stay. The welcome reception to us and our two little dogs was great. The reception staff, driver's staff, beach staff, housecleaning staff and staff at Nikei and Restaurant at the top are simply superb, professional and outstandingly polite. Food at both restaurants was great. We love our room at the four hundred level. THANK YOU very much to all.
Atlanta X
Our last night here on our honeymoon (non cool living). I know everyone has a different experience but we have truly had the most amazing time. When we arrived at midnight after 13 hours travelling the day after our wedding and exhausted, we had a quick check in to our room where they had sandwiches and drinks for us in case we were hungry- we went down the next morning to have a proper introduction to the hotel. Prior to our arrival, they’d already upgraded us free of charge to a sea view room. We have had the best time from the moment we arrived up until now, staff have been nothing but amazing- every time a drink is empty they’re asking if you want another, reception have been amazing and make it so easy to book a taxi if you want to go anywhere. We asked how much it would be to upgrade for our last 3 nights to a private pool which was taken to the manager, we then had the guests relations manager come out and speak to us who told us they would upgrade us to a private pool room free of charge as there was one spare which has been absolutely beautiful and we never expected. We never once struggled to get a bed at the main pool even though we weren’t going to get a bed until 10/10:30 every day. The breakfast is the same every day but plenty of options, the food has all been lovely in the main buffet - a bit samey every day but if you book the restaurants it breaks it up (do this when you arrive as they get full quickly). We truly don’t have a single complaint. It’s a lovely place to come if you want to relax, forget what the day is and not even know what the time is. Like I said, I know everyone’s experience is different and not every may be happy but even not having cool living we definitely feel we had a 5* experience and it was worth every penny🩷
Jacek Kasperowski
I`m writing the review sitting on my balcony enjoying wonderful view of Spinalonga island. I can’t recommend Domes Aulūs Elounda Resort highly enough. From the moment I arrived, I am blown away by the warmth and hospitality of the staff. Every member of the team is ensuring that my stay is comfortable. Really appreciate it! One of the standout features of this resort (worth mentioning) is the dining experience. The variety and quality of food offered is top-notch. As a Hilton Diamond i was upgraded to Sea view room with shared pool. Room is cozy and well maintained. So making a long story short Domes Aulūs Elounda Resort is the perfect destination for anyone looking for a luxurious and relaxing getaway.
Piotr Stogowski
Be very cautious with this hotel. We reserved hotel by booking where were no information that hotel is actually two separate hotels. The premium part which had two infinity pool’s and the rest which have only one small pool for all the guests. The cool living area was restricted only for premium guests. There were no information at booking about this separation and what types of rooms are included in the cool living area. So You book a hotel looking for plenty of nice photos of infinity and private pool and then you realize that there is only one small pool for whole hotel which is actually big. Generally speaking the hotel is overcrowded
There is very hard to get sunbeds near main pool. There is also a crowd and loud because of close proximity to the restaurant and hotel lobby. The situation is similar on the beach which is very narrow with not enough number of sunbeds and some are broken. The situation does not improve with fact that some people entering the beach are not actually hotel guests. The staff don’t watch it.
The similar is in the restaurants. Some food is very good some not, but waiting time for anything takes ages. There is to little staff for such number of guests.
So be careful with your choice. If you choose rooms in cool living area probably the hotel you buy meets your expectations. When you choose „regular” options you will be disappointed cause it is totally different hotel.
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