elounda mare HOTEL Relais & Châteaux

What elounda mare HOTEL Relais & Châteaux does

Elounda Mare Hotel is a privately held luxury beachfront resort located on Mirabello Bay in Elounda, Crete, operating since 1970 as part of Elounda Collection Hotels & Resorts under parent entity Elounda S.A. The property is a member of Relais & Châteaux and offers tiered accommodations ranging from 30 m² sea-view rooms and suites to 30–90 m² bungalows with private pools, 65–150 m² Minoan Royalty Villas, and a flagship 300 m² Minoan Palace four-bedroom beachfront villa. Core amenities include an award-winning Six Senses Spa, a private 9-hole par-3 golf course with PGA professionals, a 250 m² fitness center (Technogym-equipped), Blue Flag-certified private beaches, multiple pools, a PADI-certified diving center, water sports, and a Racquet Club operated by LUX Tennis.

Revenue is generated across multiple streams: nightly accommodation with seasonal pricing, food and beverage across on-site restaurants (Old Mill, Yacht Club, Deck, themed nights), Six Senses Spa treatments and membership programs, recreation and activities (tennis, diving, yachting, kids' programs), corporate events and conferences handled by a dedicated events team, and destination weddings with bespoke catering. Distribution combines direct booking (Synxis-integrated website, phone, email) with Relais & Châteaux network referral, and pricing is quote-based with a 30% deposit and free cancellation more than 14 days before arrival.

The resort targets high-net-worth leisure travelers, families, wellness seekers, destination wedding couples, and corporate groups. It pursues brand and ESG positioning through Six Star–caliber sustainability credentials (METRON 87.1%, ESG Score A, Zero Waste HoReCa Gold, Blue Flag) and recurring awards including Seven Star Luxury Hospitality and Condé Nast Traveler Spa recognition, while leveraging partnerships with Six Senses Spas, LUX Tennis, Valencia Soccer School, Technogym, and Crete Golf Club to extend its experiential offering.

Name

elounda mare HOTEL Relais & Châteaux

Legal name

Elounda Mare Hotel

Website

https://eloundamare.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Elounda Mare Hotel is a privately held, Relais & Châteaux-affiliated luxury beachfront resort in Elounda, Crete, offering tiered accommodations, Six Senses Spa, award-winning dining, golf, water sports, and event facilities for affluent leisure, family, wellness, wedding, and corporate guests.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Resort Hotels

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ultra-Luxury Villas & Estates (THAMAEAA), Luxury Villas & Residences Resorts (THAGACAM), Destination Wedding & Honeymoon All-Inclusive Resorts (THAGAKAJ)

Keywords

• Luxury resort accommodation
• Fine dining services
• Spa wellness programs
• Conference event hosting
• Beachfront hospitality

Headquarters

HQ city

Elounda

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Accommodation: Luxury hotel rooms, suites, bungalows with private pools, and villas ranging from 30m² to 300m². Room categories include Twin Rooms, Superior Rooms, One Bedroom Suites, Two Bedroom Superior Suites, and the flagship 4-bedroom Minoan Palace beachfront villa. Revenue generated through nightly rates with seasonal pricing.
2. Dining: Multiple on-site restaurants including Old Mill (award-winning), Yacht Club (Top Notch Award), Deck restaurant, and beach bars. Additional dining available at Elounda Peninsula and Porto Elounda properties within the collection. Private dining experiences, themed nights, and culinary events generate additional F&B revenue.
3. Six Senses Spa Services: Comprehensive wellness services including treatments, wellness programs (weight management, detox, sleep), yoga and fitness packages, and biohacking sessions. Spa membership programs available for non-resort guests.
4. Recreation and Activities: Water sports, diving (PADI certified), yachting, golf (9-hole par-3 course), tennis (LUX Tennis partnership), Valencia Soccer School Camp, and kids' club. Equipment rental and instruction fees contribute to revenue.
5. Six Senses Spa Membership: Exclusive membership programs offering access to award-winning spa services and private sandy beach for non-hotel guests. Flexible options including seasonal and bi-weekly plans.
6. Events and Weddings: Corporate conferences, special events, and wedding services including bespoke cakes, floral arrangements, special menus, and table decor. Catering and venue rental for events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Elounda Mare is a luxury beachfront resort in Elounda, Crete, that sells overnight accommodation (seaview rooms and suites, private-pool bungalows, and the Minoan Royalty and Minoan Palace villas), fine dining, Six Senses Spa treatments and memberships, a 9-hole par-3 golf course, water sports and PADI diving, tennis via LUX Tennis, yachting, children's programming (Kids' Ark and Valencia Soccer Camp), and dedicated wedding and conference/event services. The property operates as the flagship of the Elounda Collection Hotels & Resorts alongside Elounda Peninsula and Porto Elounda, and is a member of Relais & Châteaux.

Product overview

Elounda Mare Hotel Relais & Châteaux is a luxury beachfront resort in Crete, Greece, offering a comprehensive portfolio of hospitality services. The core offering consists of diverse accommodation types: Main Hotel Seaview Rooms and Suites (30-80 m²), Bungalows with Private Pool (30-90 m²), Minoan Royalty Villas with Private Pool (65-150 m²), and the new Minoan Palace 4-bedroom beachfront villa (approximately 300 m²). Dining experiences include Old Mill Restaurant, Yacht Club Restaurant (award-winning), and Deck Restaurant. The resort features Six Senses Spa (world-class wellness), a 9-hole par-3 Golf Course, multiple Blue Flag beaches and pools, water sports with PADI diving, tennis by LUX Tennis, Kids' Ark children's club, Valencia Soccer School Camp, yachting, and extensive conference/event facilities. The Elounda Collection also encompasses Elounda Peninsula and Porto Elounda properties, offering additional venues like Il Borro Tuscan Bistro, Sumosan, and Calypso restaurants.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Six Senses Spa: Wellness and spa facility operated within the resort featuring treatments, wellness programs, and fitness center
• Old Mill Restaurant
• Yacht Club Restaurant
• Minoan Palace
• Minoan Royalty Villas
• Kids' Ark

Products and services

• Main Hotel Seaview Rooms and Suites Rooms and suites in the main hotel building with sea views, inspired by Cretan heritage, sized 30–80 m², sold on a nightly basis to leisure and corporate guests.
• Bungalows with Private Pool Luxury bungalows with private pools built in traditional style using local stone and woodwork, sized 30–90 m², sold nightly to guests seeking enhanced privacy.
• Minoan Royalty Villas with Private Pool Beachfront premium villas with private pools offering sweeping sea vistas and seamless indoor-outdoor living, sized 65–150 m², sold nightly to luxury travelers.
• Minoan Palace with Private Pool Flagship 4-bedroom beachfront villa with private seawater pool, direct beach access, and bespoke residential amenities, targeted at luxury families and groups.
• Six Senses Spa Spa offering holistic wellness programs, signature treatments, yoga, Pilates, detoxification programs, and personalized wellness experiences, available to hotel guests and spa members.
• Six Senses Spa Membership Subscription-based membership offering non-resort guests recurring access to the award-winning Six Senses Spa and private sandy beach, sold on seasonal and bi-weekly plans.
• Golf Course Private 9-hole par-3 golf course with on-site PGA professionals and Pro Shop, available to hotel guests and external players.
• Tennis & Racquet Sports by LUX Tennis Tennis courts and racquet club operated by LUX Tennis, offering private lessons, group sessions, and Star Events with professional players.
• Water Sports & PADI Diving Center PADI-certified diving center plus water sports including waterskiing, wakeboarding, canoeing, pedal boats, jet skis, sailing, and boat excursions.
• Yachting Experiences Private yacht charters for cruising the Aegean archipelago, including bespoke trips to Santorini and other destinations.
• Valencia Soccer School Camp Elite football training camp based on Valencia CF methodology for children aged 5+, with daily sessions, 3-day programs, and private coaching.
• Kids' Ark Children's Club Supervised children's club offering activities, water slides, and nature-inspired learning programs for children aged 4 months to 12 years.
• Fitness Center 250 m² fitness center equipped with Technogym equipment, a Pilates studio (Allegro 2 and Cadillac Reformer), a yoga room, an outdoor gym, and a TRX area.
• Weddings Full-service destination wedding planning including venue selection, floral arrangements, bespoke cakes, table decor, custom menus, and on-site coordination.
• Conferences & Events Conference and corporate event hosting with professional planning team, state-of-the-art equipment, and team-building activities, leveraging 25+ years of experience with enterprise clients.
• Old Mill Restaurant Signature fine dining restaurant set around an ancient millstone, offering elevated Mediterranean cuisine to hotel guests and outside diners.
• Yacht Club Restaurant Award-winning beachfront restaurant recognized with the Top Notch Award as one of the best restaurants in Greece, offering seafood and fine dining.
• Deck Restaurant Sea-view restaurant offering buffet and à la carte breakfast service for hotel guests and outside visitors.
• Themed Nights & Culinary Experiences Specialty dining experiences including themed nights (Cretan Night, Opa Night, Opera Evening), private dining in suites or villas, romantic yacht dinners, wine tastings, cooking lessons, and unique cellar dinners.
• Bars & Lounges Multiple on-site bar venues including Beach Bar & Lounge, Karavia, Wine Cellar (Kellari), and Thea lounge bar, serving cocktails, wine, and light fare.
• Family Entertainment VR Experiences Virtual reality entertainment facility featuring multi-player VR games, digital cooking simulations, and interactive laser tag in futuristic settings for families.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero Waste HoReCa Gold Distinction for sustainability achievement
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• LUX TenniscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLUX Tennis is a leading tennis management company specializing in providing world-class tennis services to private clients and hotels worldwide. They provide exclusive tennis experiences at Elounda Collection resorts including private lessons, group clinics, and Star Events featuring professional tennis players such as Juan Carlos Ferrero, Fabio Fognini, and Karen Khachanov.
• Six Senses SpascoreTechnology or IntegrationSix Senses Spas operates the award-winning spa facility at Porto Elounda, offering comprehensive wellness services including treatments, wellness programs, yoga and fitness classes, and biohacking. The partnership includes access to the Six Senses brand's wellness philosophy and global spa network.
• Valencia Soccer SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerValencia Soccer School Camp provides elite football training experiences for young players at Elounda Collection resorts. The program is based on the prestigious Valencia CF methodology, developing skills, responsibility, and passion for football in children ages 5 and older.
• Relais & ChâteauxcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRelais & Châteaux is a prestigious global association of luxury hotels and restaurants. Elounda Mare's membership provides global distribution through the association's website and marketing channels, access to their network of affluent travelers, and association with a globally recognized luxury hospitality brand.
• ICAP-CRIFminorOthersICAP-CRIF is a sustainability rating provider that awarded Elounda Collection Hotels & Resorts the highest rating of 'A-Excellent' for adherence to ESG principles and alignment with national and international best practices.
• SynesgyminorOthersSynesgy is an internationally recognized sustainability assessment platform that awarded Elounda Collection Hotels & Resorts an ESG Score A (Excellent).
• SETE / TÜV Austria HellasminorOthersSETE (Greek Tourism Confederation) in partnership with TÜV Austria Hellas provides the METRON Sustainable Tourism certification. Elounda Collection achieved a score of 87.1%.
• Crete Golf ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCrete Golf Club is an 18-hole championship golf course located 30 minutes from the resort. They host international tournaments including EGA Mens' Challenge Trophy and Aegean Airlines Pro-Am.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Amirandes Grecotel Boutique Resort, Crete: 5-star Grecotel luxury resort in Crete offering beachfront villas, lagoons, and award-winning spa. Competes with Elounda Mare for affluent Mediterranean leisure guests.
• Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas, Crete: Luxury cove resort in northeastern Crete featuring private-pool villas, multiple restaurants, and a spa. Operates as a direct competitor in the Cretan luxury beachfront segment.
• Elounda Peninsula Luxury Resort: Third property in the Elounda Collection, operated under the same Elounda S.A. umbrella. Provides comparable luxury accommodations, multiple restaurants, and beachfront experiences targeting the same HNW traveler segment.
• Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort: Sister property of Elounda Mare within the Elounda Collection, located in the same Elounda bay. Offers overlapping luxury accommodation, Six Senses Spa, golf, and beachfront amenities with shared guest transfer and cross-promotion.
• Blue Palace, A Luxury Collection Resort, Crete: Direct competitor in Elounda offering luxury beachfront villas, private pools, and spa facilities under Marriott's Luxury Collection brand. Targets the same ultra-high-net-worth Mediterranean leisure traveler.
• Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa, Crete: New luxury resort in Crete with private-pool suites, spa, and fine dining. Targets the same HNW guests and competes for premium ADR in the eastern Cretan market.

Broad incumbents

• One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives: Ultra-luxury beachfront resort in the Maldives serving the same global ultra-high-net-worth leisure traveler. Operates at the same premium tier (Relais & Châteaux / Leading Hotels comparable) and competes for Mediterranean substitute trips.
• Soneva Jani, Maldives: Ultra-luxury overwater/private-villa resort in the Maldives combining high-end wellness and sustainability credentials. Comparable to Elounda Mare's luxury-plus-wellness positioning at the top of the global luxury resort benchmark.

Regional players

• Mykonos Blu Grecotel Exclusive Resort: Another Grecotel luxury island resort in Greece. Operates in a different Aegean geography but targets the same ultra-luxury Mediterranean leisure segment as Elounda Mare.
• Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum: Ultra-luxury beachfront resort in the eastern Mediterranean (Turkish Aegean). Targets the same high-net-worth European and Middle Eastern travelers, but in a different national market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/eloundapeninsul
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/EloundaHotelsSA
• Facebookfacebook.com/eloundamare
• Instagraminstagram.com/eloundamare
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/elounda-mare-hotel

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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