Name: Royal Marmin Bay Luxury Resort & Spa
Address: Elounda, Crete, Greece
Price range: Price range: from £567 per person – Price Match Promise!
Rating: 4.6

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Royal Marmin Bay Luxury Resort & Spa

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Private pool

Sun loungers

Private beach area

Clothes dryer

We spent our honeymoon here and absolutely loved it! Our room’s sea view was breathtaking — watching the sun glisten over the Mirabello Bay was unforgettable. The hotel’s location is serene and romantic, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

The staff were incredibly attentive and welcoming. Breakfast was plentiful, and the restaurant food was delicious, especially at Poseidon. The pool and private beach area were also very comfortable.

A few notes: since the hotel is built on a hill, some areas are a bit steep to walk, but the buggy service made it easy. Prices are on the higher side as it’s an upscale boutique hotel, but the quality and service make it worthwhile. Don’t skip SUP & Boats!

We’re definitely coming back! And a special thank you to Vassia for her kind and professional support — she really made our stay extra special.

Stunning hotel, peaceful and definitely five star. Five star view from bedroom which was incredible, very lovely friendly and attentive staff and good food at breakfast and dinner.

My only negative would be that we saw children several times on the beach using hotel beach beds. It is supposed to be adults only so staff should be more attentive.

Absolutely stunning hotel with very friendly and attentive staff. We stayed here for two weeks in mid October. The weather was a hot and sunny 26 degrees on most days. We stayed in a large room with a private pool.
They have golf carts to take you to each part of the hotel, as it’s set into the hillside and is served by brick paved roads. We preferred a brisk walk down to the restaurant for meals, and a leisurely stroll back admiring the fabulous views.
We stayed half board. The restaurant was spacious and featured a large selection buffet featuring every type of food possible.
The breakfast offered something for everyone, whilst the evening menu was changed to offer different types of food on different days. There is something for everyone, including many vegetarian dishes.
The staff are very friendly, and cannot do enough to make your stay welcome 🤗

We had a wonderful vacation at Royal Marmin overall | Value for the Money = Improveable.

We would like to share our positive impressions as well as some suggestions for improvement, shared with good intentions, considering the hotel category and rates/ price you pay as a guest, and to truly make the guests' stay exceptional for the future.

Room (Private Pool Room):
The room we stayed at was spacious and very comfortable.
We booked a room with a private pool outside, offering a lovely sea view.
Worth calling out is the walk-in closet inside the room which provided good storage space (unlike other hotels in the area that lack this kind of space if you travel with two people).
The balcony and private pool were very nice as well.
A basic add-on, which we suggest to improve, which most other hotels around the world offer, is at least a daily replenishment of still water.
Other missing items: Water boiler/ kettle in each room and an iron with an iron board.
Breakfast:
The true star at the breakfast is the chef, Chef Manuel.
Don't miss to meet him!
That said, the breakfast variety could be slightly optimized while adding additional healthy options, considering the hotel category and latest food trends to cater to all wider range of guest preferences, if we compare it to other key hotels in the same area.
We admit we are picky food-lovers and enjoy a general healthy lifestyle including sugar-free items (quality over quanity). However, despite from our personal preference, we believe many other guests would appreciate a bigger variety of healthy items (examples: Chia Pudding, Overnight Oats, Bircher Muesli,...).
Despite our small food suggestions, we do want to call out again Chef Manuel who is the kindest and willing to go above and beyond to accommodate any request or wish you have as a guest during breakfast.
So, if you are missing anything, simply ask for Chef Manuel - we certainly did so - who is so kind and showcases true hospitality, spreads so much positivity, and makes you feel so welcome.
Beach:
The hotel's private sandy beach is very nice with an easy access to the sea and nice cozy sunbeds (that need a little extra attention to maintain the cleanliness of the sunbeds' mattresses on a regular basis).
The private hotel beach is much nicer than most hotel beaches in the area.
Tennis:
As a passionate tennis player, I always like to book a hotel that provides a tennis court.
It was a bit disappointing that the hourly rental fee for hotel guests is 30 EUR - in my opinion too high for hotel guests at such a 5-Star-property.
Just keep this point in mind as a guest when booking.
Gym:
Another key factor for my partner and I, when selecting a hotel over others, is the gym.
The gym at Royal Marmin is generally very well equipped. However, it does lack focus and quite some maintenance.
Dear Royal Marmin Team:
Kindly make sure that you get the machines and other equipment checked regularly - ideally by a fitness expert (machines, ropes, cables, yoga mats,..., bathrooms, water dispenser (cleanliness),...) - for the hygiene & safety of the guests.
Others:
In terms of opening hours for the Gym & Spa, we would appreciate longer operating hours, to enjoy a treatment or workout after a day at the beach or so, from 6pm onwards.
The Spa closes at 6pm, the Gym at 7pm.
Maybe it's worth considering to at least extend the operating hours 3 times a week, as a suggestion and compromise, for those guests that like to enjoy the day outside and use the facilities after 6pm or 7pm (e.g., also just to be able to use the saunas in the evening and not necessarily a massage treatment).
Conclusion:
Overall, we had a wonderful vacation and felt very comfortable staying at Royal Marmin, beautifully located on a hill, offering one of the most breathtaking views onto the sea & the area.
However, as a classy 5-Star-Hotel that considers itself as "eco & unrivaled luxury hotel", further staff training & attention to detail are recommended.
Many thanks to: Marios (Guest Relations), Vassia (Reservations), Maria & Aida (Housekeeping) & Chef Manuel (the best)!

We had a wonderful and relaxing stay. The views are breathtaking, the atmosphere is peaceful, and we enjoyed the spa and the private beach. Breakfast was excellent, and the staff were always kind and very helpful.
A few small disappointments: the welcome drink was just water, the internal shuttle service was slow, and coffee capsules in the room came with an extra charge — which felt unnecessary for a hotel of this standard.
Overall, we highly recommend the hotel for anyone looking to unwind in a beautiful and quiet setting. We'd love to come back.

<h2>Seaside Haven</h2>

<p>Embrace beachfront luxury at Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel in Elounda, boasting a swimming pool with a spacious sun terrace and comfortable sun loungers. Indulge in delicious cuisine at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar while enjoying complimentary WiFi throughout the property.</p>

<h2>Elegant Accommodation</h2>

<p>Each room and suite at this resort offers stunning views of the Cretan Sea, complete with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Relax in comfort with a private bathroom, complimentary slippers, and free toiletries provided for your convenience.</p>

<h2>Gourmet Breakfast</h2>

<p>Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast served daily at the dining area of Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel. Experience warm hospitality with a 24-hour front desk available to assist you throughout your stay.</p>

<h2>Beachside Bliss</h2>

<p>Enjoy exclusive access to the resort's private beach area and take advantage of available amenities like car hire. Explore a variety of activities including windsurfing and diving in the surrounding area, or simply relax and soak up the sun. Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is conveniently located 70 km away, with free private parking available on site.</p>


24-hour reception

24-hour security

Air conditioning in public areas

Air conditioning in Restaurant

Airport

Airport Shuttle

American Express

Banana boating

Bathrobes

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