Elafonissi Travel Guide

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Aerial view of Elafonissi beach, Crete, Greece
Aerial view of Elafonissi beach, Crete, Greece
Another view of the gorgeous Elafonissi Beach on Crete Island, Greece. Crete is Greece's largest island and has no shortage of stunning beaches to explore! However, this was by far our favorite because it is where we got engaged! TIP: go early or late (a few hours prior to sunset) to beat the crowds and have you own little cove to yourself to admire all that pretty pink sand! #lifeatexpedia
Elafonissi will forever be one of the most special beaches to my Fiance and me, as this is where we got engaged in July of 2017!! This is where you can find pink sand on the beach and clear waters excellent for snorkeling. TIP: come early or late (1 - 2 hours prior to sunset) as those are the least busy times. This is a very popular tourist destination. There is little shade, so bring an umbrella or a floppy hat. There are several tavernas on the beach if you get hungry! #beaches #greece #lifeatexpedia #blue
My Fiance took this photo of me in dancers pose at sunset right after he proposed to me!! This is Elafonissi Beach on Crete Island in Greece and is one of the most spectacular places to watch the sunsets! #lifeatexpedia #silhouette #beaches

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Sunny Bay Hotel

Sunny Bay Hotel

3 out of 5
Kastelli Kissamos Kissamos Crete
Stay at this beach hotel in Kissamos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (267 reviews)
If there is a word that best describes this property its the filoxenia from the staff. Clean hotel, recently renovated pool and bedrooms. Lovely relaxing beach close by. Also easy access to the town and other nearby beaches if one would like to go as an option. Nice restaurants on the main road followed ...

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

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Aphrodite Beach

Aphrodite Beach

2 out of 5
Agamemnonos 49 Kissamos Crete Island
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kissamos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Falassarna Beach and Mávros Mólos are located ...
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Aphrodite Beach
Panorama Hotel

Panorama Hotel

1rst exit Big Beach (Pachia Ammos) Kissamos Chania
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kissamos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Falassarna Beach and Phalasarna are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
This place is a must visit in Crete. The rooms are modern, immaculate and designed thoughtfully. The hotel is perched on a hill that provides impressive views of a stunning beach and clear waters of the Mediterranean. Check in was smooth, due to the friendliness of the staff and the restaurant is ...

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

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Aphrodite Beach

Aphrodite Beach

2 out of 5
Agamemnonos 49 Kissamos Crete Island
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kissamos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Falassarna Beach and Mávros Mólos are located ...
Aphrodite Beach
Christina Beach Hotel

Christina Beach Hotel

2 out of 5
Kasteli Kissamos Crete Island
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kissamos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Port of Kissamos and Falassarna Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (160 reviews)
The building itself is nice. I booked a room with a private jaccuzzi on the patio because my wife has muscle issues and we were walking alot. When we checked in the jacuzzi water temp was about 32c. I turned it up to 38c where ours is at home. We went out for an hour or so and looked forward to a ...

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Christina Beach Hotel
Nautilus Bay

Nautilus Bay

3 out of 5
Plaka Beach Kissamos Crete Island
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kissamos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
Great spot so close to the ferry. Wonderful breakfast and staff.

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Popular places to visit

With views like this, your hike up to the top to reach the fort of Imeri Gramvousa will be worth your while. #LifeAtExpedia

Imeri Gramvousa

Find out about the history of Kissamos when you take a trip to Imeri Gramvousa. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Imeri Gramvousa

Pink Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pink Beach during your trip to Kissamos?

Pink Beach

Port of Kissamos

Explore the waterfront in Viglia with a trip to Port of Kissamos. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Port of Kissamos

Phalasarna

You can learn about the history of Kissamos with a stop at Phalasarna. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Phalasarna

Chryssoskalitissa Monastery

Find out about the history of Moni Chrisoskalitissis with a stop at Chryssoskalitissa Monastery. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

Chryssoskalitissa Monastery

Kissamos Stadium

Catch an event at Kissamos Stadium during your trip to Kissamos. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Kissamos Stadium

Things to do

Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno

Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno

£43
per adult
Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno
Elafonisi Beach

Elafonisi Beach Private Tour (price per group of 6)

£371
per traveller
Elafonisi Beach Private Tour (price per group of 6)
elafonisi island

Day Trip to Elafonisi Island From Chania with English Guide

£414
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Elafonisi Island From Chania with English Guide
Chania and Rethymno Area Private Day Trip to Elafonissi Pink Sand

Chania and Rethymno Area Private Day Trip to Elafonissi Pink Sand

£414
per adult
Chania and Rethymno Area Private Day Trip to Elafonissi Pink Sand
Private Road Trip to Elafonissi Island from Souda Port

Private Road Trip to Elafonissi Island from Souda Port

£414
per adult
Private Road Trip to Elafonissi Island from Souda Port
Private Tour to Elafonisi and Falasarna

Private Tour to Elafonisi and Falasarna

£449
per traveller
Private Tour to Elafonisi and Falasarna
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Cities near Elafonissi

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Kissamos

The completely secluded Kedrodasos Beach, Crete. Crystal clear water, white sand, fig trees and absolutely no people the entire day. Perfect. Far quieter and untouched than Elafonissi beach a few miles away.

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