Secluded coastal hideaway
Forty private coastal acres along Mirabello Bay, where low-rise bungalows and waterfront lawns meet quiet sandy coves and chartered yachts.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A medical Chenot biontology wellness center offering specialized hydrotherapy, clinical diagnostics, and personalized dietary programs.
Remarkable
Forty coastal acres featuring two private sandy coves, yacht charters, water sports, and seven tennis courts.
Notable
Platinum Club villas with private heated pools, dedicated beach butlers, and on-call private chefs.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
what it is is delightfully secluded, and eminently tasteful, the terraced villas strewn low along the coast, the property insulated from the outside world by acres of lush gardens.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set along Mirabello Bay, the secluded grounds sit a short drive from Elounda fishing harbor and boat trips to historic Spinalonga.
The rooms
Main building rooms have balconies facing the bay, while seafront bungalows and Platinum Club villas add private heated pools and gardens.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A geometric seawater pool borders the waterfront lawn, and private villa decks have infinity pools extending toward the Aegean.
The spa & gym
Dogs stay too.
Veghera Jetty Bar
Set at the end of a wooden pier, this circular overwater lounge serves cocktails above illuminated turquoise waters.
At the table
Kafenion serves classic Cretan dishes in an olive-shaded courtyard, and waterfront terraces look out across the illuminated bay.
How it began
Founded in 1971 by hospitality pioneer Eleni Nakou, the estate helped establish Mirabello Bay as Crete's original luxury retreat.
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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.