Elpida Village, Istro
About the Hotel
Rooms with Balconies
Elpida Village offers 110 air-conditioned accommodations accessible via exterior corridors. Rooms have air-conditioning/heating, a telephone, a flat-screen color TV with USB multimedia input, a hairdryer, and a mini-fridge. Safe deposit boxes are available for an extra charge. Each room has a shower, tea/coffee kettle, and either a balcony or veranda. Most rooms have views of Mirambello Bay and Istron Village. Room types include air-conditioned rooms fitted with ceramic tiles, satellite TV, and a safe with a balcony. Apartments have 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, a balcony, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Double rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom, and a balcony. Single rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom, and a balcony. Apartments feature 1 living room, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, a balcony, air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Other amenities available to guests are an MP3 dock, free tea bags/instant coffee.
Cretan and Global Dishes
The main restaurant offers authentic Cretan dishes based on Cretan products, herbs, and spices, as well as international cuisine. The traditional coffee shop has sea views and serves Greek coffee and spirits prepared in the old fashion. The Greek tavern with a wood-fired oven and coal BBQ provides a traditional Greek experience. Cooking lessons by local women teaching authentic Greek recipes take place here during the day. Kouzína Main restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet with international cuisine. Shára Taverna offers fresh fish and lobster on request for an extra charge. Kafenion Synántisi offers traditional Greek coffee and drinks and a variety of traditional Greek meze. Théa Pool Bar serves drinks and snacks during the day. Salóni Bar serves drinks, cocktails, refreshments, and beverages in the evening.
Leisure and Activities
Elpida Village has a kids' room, an outdoor children's playground, and a multi-court for tennis and basketball. There is a games room with billiards, air hockey, and table tennis. Free Wi-Fi is available. Guests have access to a swimming pool with free sunbeds. Traditional Greek cooking lessons, live Greek music, and disco nights are offered seasonally. A gym is available. Organized hiking/walking, 4x4 adventures, sailing, and diving are options. A library has books in several languages. The hotel's recreational facilities include a fitness center, an outdoor pool, diving, a children's playground, and billiards.
Location and Access
Elpida Village is near the village of Kalo Horio and overlooks the sea of Mirabello Bay and olive groves. It is 60 km from Sitia Public Airport. Nearby landmarks include Moni Faneromeni (3.5 km), Istro Municipal Beach (2.5 km), Gournia (5.5 km), Karabostasi (1 km), Agrokipos (1.5 km), and Voulisma Beach (1 km). The hotel provides access to the exotic beach of Eastern Crete and the largest natural colony of palm trees in Europe. Interesting towns in the area include Agios Nikolaos, which has a salt-water lake. The island of Spinalonga is located opposite the village of Elounda, with small boats offering trips daily from Elounda port. The second most visited archaeological site of Crete after Knossos, is located on Spinalonga. The city of Ierapetra provides possibilities for food and entertainment. The hotel is a 15-minute walk to the nearby sandy beach.
Services Available
Elpida Village provides a 24-hour reception. A scheduled shuttle goes to and from the beaches. Taxi service, laundry, and ironing are available. A doctor is on call. Car and bike rental services are offered. Superior facilities include a swimming pool with complimentary sunbeds and a fitness room. Games Room includes billiards, air hockey and Table Tennis. All meals and mealtime drinks such as soft drinks, beer, wine, water and alcoholic drinks are local brands. Fresh fish & lobster are available on request. Access to collected information is available with 30 days notice in writing.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Locker room
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Tennis court
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Karaoke
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock