A luxury stay in Platanias awaits you at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa. You'll be 8.8 km (5.5 mi) from Orthodox Academy of Crete and 14.4 km (8.9 mi) from Afrata Beach. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include Thai massages and body wraps. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Turkish bath/hammam, sauna, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free local cuisine breakfast is offered between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Platanias hotel include War Shelter of Platanias and Platanias Beach.
What's nearby
Olive Tree of Vouves - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Orthodox Academy of Crete - 15 min drive - 9.5 km
Platanias Beach - 19 min drive - 16.3 km
Agia Marina Beach - 22 min drive - 19.0 km
Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete - 33 min drive - 27.3 km
Getting around
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Μπουκιά & Γεύσεις - 8 min drive
Μύλος Καφέ - 9 min drive
Ο κήπος τση Φροσύνης - 7 min drive
Κτήμα Νεραντζιά (Ktima Nerantzia) - 4 min drive
Paliria - 8 min drive
About this property
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.
A children's pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Platanias hotel.
9 guestrooms or units
Local cuisine
Breakfast available (free)
Deli
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Library
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Platanias hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include Thai massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.
Awards and affiliations
Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel – This property has received certification as a Boutique Hotel under the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel certification scheme.
Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Children's pool
Full-service spa
Library
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
Children's pool
In-room cot
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Spa treatment rooms
Thai massages
Turkish bath
More
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Minibar
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots (infant beds)!
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation.
We should mention
On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Elia Traditional Hotel Platanias
Elia Traditional Platanias
Elia Traditional & Platanias
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Hotel
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Platanias
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa Hotel Platanias
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?
As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa on 9 Oct 2025 start from AU$194.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is parking available at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?
Yep, Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?
The closest beach to Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa is Agia Marina Beach (13.3 km).
Is there a spa on site at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?
Yep, there is an onsite spa at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Thai massages.
Does Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa have a pool?
Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.
Is Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.
Does Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?
You bet, complimentary local cuisine breakfast is available daily from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?
No, Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Elia Traditional Hotel & Spa?