Crete, GreeceElounda
Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection
Domed hillside resort
Elounda Crete, Greece
Opened
2008
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Resort Design WellnessOutside the door
The house
MarriottDomed hillside resort
The property is laid out like a seaside village, with earth-toned domed suites cascading down the hillside above Mirabello Bay.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
the hotel really does feature windowed domes capping each of its 118 rooms.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Boats cross the bay to the Venetian fortress on Spinalonga. Down the coast, the fishing village of Plaka serves fresh daily catch.
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The rooms
Rooms pair open layouts with hand-carved wood and Aegean tones. Outside, every terrace has its own heated Jacuzzi or plunge pool.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Stepped terraces descend toward the bay, where outdoor pools are flanked by cabanas and a shaded cocktail bar.
The tennis court
An outdoor tennis court sits high above the bay, set against a backdrop of rugged mountains and open sea.
At the table
Seaside tables sit along the wooden pier among potted citrus trees, and open-air terraces look across to Spinalonga.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.