Are the specialty restaurants included at Aquila Elounda Village?

Yes — premium & à la carte dining is included in the all-inclusive plan at Aquila Elounda Village. Premium All-Inclusive plan includes all-day dining, multiple dining venues, themed nights and gala dinner.

Is room service included at Aquila Elounda Village?

Partly — some room service is included at Aquila Elounda Village, but premium options cost extra. Official at-a-glance page lists 24-hour room service, but Premium All-Inclusive page does not confirm full room-service inclusion.

Is Wi-Fi free at Aquila Elounda Village?

Yes — wi-fi is included in the all-inclusive plan at Aquila Elounda Village. Official at-a-glance page states Wi-Fi throughout the hotel is free of charge.

Is the minibar included at Aquila Elounda Village?

Yes — in-room minibar is included in the all-inclusive plan at Aquila Elounda Village. Official Premium All-Inclusive page lists daily replenished in-room minibars.

Are motorized water sports included at Aquila Elounda Village?

No — motorized water sports costs extra at Aquila Elounda Village and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan. Official at-a-glance page lists watersports such as jet-skiing and water-skiing as available, not as included.

Are spa treatments included at Aquila Elounda Village?

No — spa treatments costs extra at Aquila Elounda Village and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan. Spa treatments and Blue Spa facilities are offered; all-inclusive page does not show treatments as included.

Are airport transfers included at Aquila Elounda Village?

No — airport transfers costs extra at Aquila Elounda Village and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan. Official page states private transfer can be arranged from airport or port.

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Q: Does Aquila Elounda Village include top-shelf liquor?

Partly — some top-shelf liquor is included at Aquila Elounda Village, but premium options cost extra. Official plan includes premium beverages and unlimited selections from a premium beverage list; 25% discount applies to certain spirits, wines and food items outside the included scope.

Schisma Eloundas 720 53, Greece

Details last verified July 2026 · How we research

Five-StarAdults OnlyOptional All-InclusiveNear CoastMid-Size

4.5

★★★★★

1,408 reviews on Google

8.5Out of 10

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Highlights

—Adults-only all-inclusive

—2 pools

—Full-service spa

—60 min from HER

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man vlach · a month ago

Exceptional Stay! Our stay at Aquila Elounda Village was absolutely outstanding. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and professionalism. The location is breathtaking, offering stunning sea views and a peaceful atmosphere that made our vacation truly relaxing. The room...

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Caz L · a month ago

In our opinion, this is a truly exceptional hotel. The whole complex is very well run, super rooms, tastefully decorated and spotless and fab views. The breakfast is also outstanding. It is a bit of a walk to Elounda Centre which in itself is stunning, we love walking so this added to the enjoyment....

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Paul Grimes · a month ago

Aquila Elounda Village is a lovely self-contained hotel in the quieter north-east part if Crete - 5 stars awarded for location on this basis. You shouldn't pick this hotel if you're looking for a lively party holiday! That said, the small town of Elounda is a 10min taxi or 40min walk away if you ne...

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Michele Rastall · a month ago

Beautiful quiet hotel in a stunning setting. Pools and beach access with plenty is sun loungers. The food was incredible and all the staff were very helpful and friendly. Would recommend

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Stuart Marshall · 2 months ago

Amazing place. Fabulous staff, food, rooms and facilities. I have already booked to come back. It's perfect for peace and quite, quality service, wonderful food and a well deserved escape.

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Nightly rate

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This resort is room-only by default. An all-inclusive plan (meals & drinks) is available as a paid add-on — add it when you book.

$158/night for two · median $264 · 7-night stay · checked Jul 12

Cheapest month we’ve seen — October, around $79 per person, per night.

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Details

—Schisma Eloundas 720 53, Greece

—+30 2841 200200

Getting There

Nearest airport: HER

Heraklion International Airport

1h transfer

The Vibe

RomanticQuiet & Relaxed

What's actually included

What the all-inclusive plan covers at Aquila Elounda Village

The line between “all-inclusive” and “all-inclusive except the good stuff” is where trips get expensive. Here's what's genuinely covered — and what still costs extra.

Premium & à la carte dining

Premium All-Inclusive plan includes all-day dining, multiple dining venues, themed nights and gala dinner.

Included

Top-shelf liquor

Official plan includes premium beverages and unlimited selections from a premium beverage list; 25% discount applies to certain spirits, wines and food items outside the included scope.

Partly included

Room service

Official at-a-glance page lists 24-hour room service, but Premium All-Inclusive page does not confirm full room-service inclusion.

Partly included

Wi-Fi

Official at-a-glance page states Wi-Fi throughout the hotel is free of charge.

Included

In-room minibar

Official Premium All-Inclusive page lists daily replenished in-room minibars.

Included

Motorized water sports

Official at-a-glance page lists watersports such as jet-skiing and water-skiing as available, not as included.

Costs extra

Spa treatments

Spa treatments and Blue Spa facilities are offered; all-inclusive page does not show treatments as included.

Costs extra

Airport transfers

Official page states private transfer can be arranged from airport or port.

Costs extra

Inclusions change and vary by room category and season — always confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this.

The Daily Reality

Food, pools & the beach itself

Where you'll actually spend the week — how many places there are to eat and drink, what the pool scene offers, and what the water in front of the resort is really like.

Dining & bars

4 restaurants2 barsReservations at some venues— International · Cretan · Mediterranean · Greek · Seafood · Grill

Official taste page lists Gourmet Main Restaurant, Mirabello, Symposium, Chef’s Grill, Lobby Bar and Beach Bar, plus private and in-room dining.

Pools & waterplay

2 poolsAdults-only pool

Official at-a-glance page lists a three-level main infinity pool and an indoor heated pool in the spa; select Mythica accommodations have private pools.

The beach itself

Calm, swimmable waterNo sargassum (outside the Atlantic belt)

Official pages describe a secluded private beach in a tranquil bay on Mirabello Bay with sunbeds, pier and wooden decked platform.

Venue counts come from the resort's own pages; beach conditions draw on monitoring data and consistent traveler reports — the sea doesn't read press releases, so treat seasonal notes as odds, not promises.

The Grand Escape file

How we scored Aquila Elounda Village

Our independent research — the score, the evidence behind every mark, and what guests actually say.

Grand Escape Score

8.5/10

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Scores

Beach8.8

High

Food8.4

High

Service8.6

High

Rooms8.3

Medium

Pools8.6

High

Luxury8.4

High

Romance9.0

High

Quiet8.8

High

Wellness8.5

High

Pros

Adults-only setting on Mirabello Bay.
Private beach and three-level infinity pool.
Premium All-Inclusive plan includes all-day dining and premium beverage access.

Cons

Not every dining or beverage item appears fully included.
Airport transfer is arranged separately.
Room-category intelligence needs deeper manual enrichment before Gold Standard completion.

Things to know

Aquila Elounda Village is an adults-only resort with an optional Premium All-Inclusive plan.
The all-inclusive product is stronger than a basic buffet package, but some premium items appear discounted rather than fully included.
The resort is best suited to couples who want quiet, views, spa access and a private-beach atmosphere.

Hidden tips

Confirm whether your rate is Premium All-Inclusive, Half Board or Bed & Breakfast before booking.
Travelers focused on privacy should compare Mythica Collection categories with private pools.

What guests say

Most loved

Views and private beach
Adults-only quiet atmosphere
Pool and spa setting

Most common complaints

Meal-plan and premium-item limitations
Room variability
Transfer logistics

Things people wish they knew

Premium All-Inclusive is not the only meal plan sold.
The quiet couples atmosphere is a major part of the appeal.
Private-pool categories and beach proximity should be compared before booking.

From Reddit

Reddit search did not surface strong resort-specific consensus; Crete and Elounda planning discussions should be revisited for community evidence in a later pass.

The facts

237

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Number Of Pools

Number Of Restaurants And Bars

SpaGolfTennisGood WifiBeachfrontAdults OnlyPrivate PoolSwimmable Beach

How we scored it

Food

Venue Variety: 8.5Beverage Scope: 8Cuisine Variety: 8.4Premium All Inclusive Scope: 8.7

Official Dining And Review Pattern Analysis · sources: Official Taste, Official Premium All Inclusive, Expedia, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-07-10

Beach

Sunbed Setup: 8.6Swimmability: 8.7Private Beach: 9Bay Protection: 8.7

Official Beach And Review Pattern Analysis · sources: Official Swimming, Official At a Glance, Expedia, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-07-10

Pools

Views: 9Indoor Heated Pool: 8.3Main Infinity Pool: 9Private Pool Options: 8.5

Official Pool Inventory Analysis · sources: Official Swimming, Official At a Glance, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-07-10

Quiet

Crowding: 8.4Adults Only: 9Secluded Bay: 8.9Nightlife Level: 7.8

Setting And Review Pattern Analysis · sources: Official, Official Swimming, Expedia, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-07-10

Rooms

Views: 8.6Amenities: 8.2Private Pool Options: 8.7Condition Variability: 7.4

Official Room Service And Review Pattern Analysis · sources: Official At a Glance, Expedia, Booking, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-07-10

Luxury

Spa: 8.6Dining: 8.4Private Beach: 8.7Adults Only Setting: 8.8

Official Amenity And Review Pattern Analysis · sources: Official, Official At a Glance, Official Taste, Expedia, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-07-10

Overall

Amenity Depth: 8.8Guest Sentiment: 8.5Adults Only Positioning: 8.9Room Variability Adjustment: 7.6

Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, Expedia, Booking, TripAdvisor, Reddit · verified 2026-07-10

Romance

Adults Only: 9Private Beach: 8.8Quiet Setting: 8.7Couples Events: 9

Official Positioning And Review Pattern Analysis · sources: Official, Official Celebrations, Official Swimming, Expedia, TripAdvisor · verified 2026-07-10

Service

Front Desk: 8.2Housekeeping: 8.5Restaurant Service: 8.5Staff Friendliness: 8.6

Review Pattern Analysis · sources: Expedia, Booking, TripAdvisor, Official · verified 2026-07-10

Wellness

Fitness: 8.5Indoor Pool: 8.3Spa Facilities: 8.8Wellness Setting: 8.4

Official Wellness Amenity Analysis · sources: Official At a Glance, Official Swimming, Expedia · verified 2026-07-10

Sources

Reddit Expedia Official Tripadvisor Official Taste Official Location Official Swimming Official At A Glance Official Celebrations Official Premium All Inclusive

Scored with Grand Escape methodology v1.0.

Aquila Elounda Village

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The beach itself

How we scored Aquila Elounda Village

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Pros

Cons

Things to know

Hidden tips

What guests say

The facts

How we scored it

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