What is the water and sand quality of the Elounda Beach III?

The Elounda Beach III is covered with brown fine sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Elounda Beach III?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Elounda Beach III has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Elounda Beach III good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Elounda Beach III is fully protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Elounda Beach III for swimming is very positive.

Is the Elounda Beach III good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is owned by hotel so its guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Elounda Beach III secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Elounda Beach III?

The bar is located right on the Elounda Beach III.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cafe Drosia Elounda is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Elounda Beach III?

There are 677 places to stay in the Elounda Beach III area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Elounda Beach III include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9355873&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Majestic View Villas</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3716761&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Akti Posidonos</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2077146&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Elounda Panorama Villa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9216744&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Elounda Senses</a></li></ul>

How far is the Elounda Beach III from parking?

The Elounda Beach III has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Elounda Beach III?

There are 4 attractions near Elounda Beach III that are popular with travelers. The nearest are cSc - Tour of Crete Cycling Challenge located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Elounda Beach III?

The month with the highest temperature in Elounda Beach III is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 17°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Elounda Beach III (Crete island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.

Elounda Beach III

Elliniká, Greece

7.7

#140 out of 478 in Crete 2

Hotel guests only Hotel beach Easy access Brown fine sand Fine sand bottom Fully waves protected Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Ellinika • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Playground Elounda Beach

2.6km

Playground Παιδική Χαρά Πλατείας Ελούντας

2.6km

Playground Ormos Playground

4.3km

Playground Παιδική χαρά Κιτροπλατείας

5.9km

Playground Playground Cross, 5×5

6.4km

Playground Spielplatz

6.5km

Hiking Area Hiking trail to Oxia Peak

2km

Park Elouda Square

2.3km

Park Oxia

2.5km

Hiking Area Kolokitha walk

2.9km

Park Άλσος Αγ. Χαραλάμπους

5.9km

Park Kitroplatia square

6.2km

Park Katselio Dimou Agiou Nikolaou

6.2km

Park Πλαζ ΕΟΤ Άγιος Νικόλαος

6.5km

Park Almiros

7.6km

Italian Restaurant Il Borro Tuscan Bistro Elounda

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Cafe Cafe Drosia Elounda

9.8 - Exceptional 530m

Cafe Cafe Drosia

10 - Exceptional 530m

Cafe Passion Coffee & Deli - Elounda

10 - Exceptional 740m

Restaurant Dionysos

9.4 - Excellent 750m

Cafe Passion Healthy Food Bar

10 - Exceptional 750m

Restaurant Argonaut

10 - Exceptional 800m

Restaurant Blue Lagoon

8.6 - Excellent 810m

Restaurant Blue Lagoon The Aliento experience

10 - Exceptional 810m

Supermarket Helens Cava Market

660m

Supermarket Market Cava

1.8km

Supermarket Euro Mart

1.8km

Supermarket Super Market Kostas

1.9km

Supermarket Pantopoleio

2.1km

Supermarket Elounda Supermarket Cava Yiannis

2.3km

Supermarket BAZAAR Supermarket

2.4km

Supermarket Mini Market

2.5km

Supermarket S.Market AllDay

2.7km

Tourist Attraction cSc - Tour of Crete Cycling Challenge

270m

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Παράδεισος

8.8 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Κανάλι Ελουντας

8.6 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Temple of Venus Lenika

6.8 - Good 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Dianiskari Beach

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Elounda naturist spot

6 - Pleasant 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Elounda Views

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Κατεβατή

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Λιμάνι Ελούντας

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Historical Landmark Archaeological Site of Olous

1.5km

Historical Landmark Windmills Poros Elounda

1.7km

Historical Landmark Ancient Naxos

2.2km

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About

Elounda Beach III is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 140th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 7.7 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Ellinika settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

3.1 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Ellinika • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Playground Elounda Beach

2.6km

Playground Παιδική Χαρά Πλατείας Ελούντας

2.6km

Playground Ormos Playground

4.3km

Playground Παιδική χαρά Κιτροπλατείας

5.9km

Playground Playground Cross, 5×5

6.4km

Playground Spielplatz

6.5km

Hiking Area Hiking trail to Oxia Peak

2km

Park Elouda Square

2.3km

Park Oxia

2.5km

Hiking Area Kolokitha walk

2.9km

Park Άλσος Αγ. Χαραλάμπους

5.9km

Park Kitroplatia square

6.2km

Park Katselio Dimou Agiou Nikolaou

6.2km

Park Πλαζ ΕΟΤ Άγιος Νικόλαος

6.5km

Park Almiros

7.6km

Italian Restaurant Il Borro Tuscan Bistro Elounda

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Cafe Cafe Drosia Elounda

9.8 - Exceptional 530m

Cafe Cafe Drosia

10 - Exceptional 530m

Cafe Passion Coffee & Deli - Elounda

10 - Exceptional 740m

Restaurant Dionysos

9.4 - Excellent 750m

Cafe Passion Healthy Food Bar

10 - Exceptional 750m

Restaurant Argonaut

10 - Exceptional 800m

Restaurant Blue Lagoon

8.6 - Excellent 810m

Restaurant Blue Lagoon The Aliento experience

10 - Exceptional 810m

Supermarket Helens Cava Market

660m

Supermarket Market Cava

1.8km

Supermarket Euro Mart

1.8km

Supermarket Super Market Kostas

1.9km

Supermarket Pantopoleio

2.1km

Supermarket Elounda Supermarket Cava Yiannis

2.3km

Supermarket BAZAAR Supermarket

2.4km

Supermarket Mini Market

2.5km

Supermarket S.Market AllDay

2.7km

Tourist Attraction cSc - Tour of Crete Cycling Challenge

270m

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Παράδεισος

8.8 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Κανάλι Ελουντας

8.6 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Temple of Venus Lenika

6.8 - Good 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Dianiskari Beach

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Elounda naturist spot

6 - Pleasant 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Elounda Views

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Κατεβατή

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Λιμάνι Ελούντας

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Historical Landmark Archaeological Site of Olous

1.5km

Historical Landmark Windmills Poros Elounda

1.7km

Historical Landmark Ancient Naxos

2.2km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

3.5km from the beach

HERMIONE 3-Bedroom Villa in Agios Nikolaos

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Ellinika • 1.8km from center

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3.6km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Villa Oleander

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Located at nearest locality

Ellinika • 4.7km from center

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3.7km from the beach

Elounda Panorama Villa

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Located at nearest locality

Ellinika • 5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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8.6 Excellent

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Localities

Nearest

Ellinika • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 7.7km

Transport

Airport

JSH • 33.7km

Bus Station

Sitia Bus Station • 34.1km

Train Station

lti Meli Palace • 21.6km

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7.7 Very good

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Flynx

Novice Beachgoer • 4 weeks ago

8 Very good

All of Crete is stunning and consistently leaves a lasting impression on visitors. The beaches in Elounda, coupled with an incredible hotel, ensure you will savor every moment of your stay. The hotel is spacious and offers all the amenities necessary for a perfect summer vacation. It epitomizes luxury, featuring a spa, sauna, swimming pool, gym, and restaurant. Situated by the sea, it provides an endless, breathtaking view.