Elotis Suites

In the seaside village of Agia Marina on Crete — an eco-certified apartment hotel just steps from the sand. About 50 metres from the sandy beach and roughly 9 km from Chania and the Port of Souda, it’s a family-friendly base for beach days and island exploring.

Bold Greek architecture frames studios and apartments with kitchenettes, private balconies or terraces, air conditioning and Select Comfort beds. Suites offer two separate bedrooms and a living room; junior suites add extra TVs and sofa beds. The décor is clean and serene — wake up to sea-breeze mornings.

Outdoor pool and kids’ pool with a poolside bar, bicycles to rent and a nearby diving club. On-site entertainment includes a casino and barbecue area; tour desk and shuttle to local shops make excursions easy. Practical perks: complimentary wireless internet across the property, free self-parking, roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), transfer service, laundry/dry cleaning, car rental, safe-deposit boxes and a doctor on call. Reception has limited opening hours.

Business center facilities on site, complimentary wireless internet in rooms and public areas, express check-in and tour/ticket assistance — useful for work-and-play stays.

On-site restaurant and bar/lounge, plus a poolside bar and snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is served daily (for a fee) and room service is available during limited hours.