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Your Elaia Holiday

Reserve a Elaia holiday package that includes everything you need and no unnecessary extras. Great for dining, watersports and families, consider basing yourself in the neighbourhood of Gazi. You'll want to do some exploring during your trip to Elaia. Find time for popular attractions like Watercity Waterpark, Cretaquarium and Dinosauria Park. A couple of clicks is all it takes to create your dream Elaia holiday on Expedia.

Top Elaia Flight + Hotel Deals

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Ariadne Beach - Adults Only

Ariadne Beach - Adults Only

4 out of 5
per person
15 Oct - 22 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to Heraklion (HER)
8.6/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
Lovely hotel! The staff are wonderful, the rooms are clean, and the location is great. Very close to town Center and the very popular, Voulisma Beach. Hotel beach was good too but it is a pebble beach. Sandy beach is a 5-10min walk away.

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Creta Blue Boutique Hotel

Creta Blue Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
per person
27 Sept - 4 Oct
found 12 hours ago
Return flight included
Birmingham (BHX) to Heraklion (HER)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (239 reviews)
Gorgeous hotel with wonderful staff in a lovely village full of charm and delightful restaurants and bars.

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Sensus Experience by Lavris

Sensus Experience by Lavris

3 out of 5
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per person
23 Oct - 30 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Manchester (MAN) to Heraklion (HER)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Daios Cove

Daios Cove

5 out of 5
per person
30 Sept - 7 Oct
found 15 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Birmingham (BHX) to Heraklion (HER)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (234 reviews)
This hotel, like many others marked as “VIP Access,” offers no real benefits. Despite clear upgrade availability the night before check-in, we were told nothing was available once we mentioned VIP status—a recurring pattern where upgrades are consistently denied using vague excuses. If a non-VIP guest wanted to pay, I’m certain a room would have been available. There was no recognition, no perk, no welcome amenity—nothing. Even after raising the issue with guest relations, no effort was made to address it. Additionally, the advertised valet parking doesn’t exist and isn’t needed—it’s just misleading. This feels more like a marketing trick than a real program. I strongly urge you to review and remove this hotel from the VIP Access list.

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Creteco Hotel & Suites

Creteco Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
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per person
17 Sept - 24 Sept
found 4 hours ago
Return flight included
London (LGW) to Heraklion (HER)
8.6/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
Everything here was great. Staff was exceptionally nice and did their best to assist with whatever we needed. For me the only thing is that the pool is open to the public so we didn’t have chairs for the pool poolside and it was busy (weekend) and my kids did not want to swim, this may be ok for others. The local beach was beautiful and the sunsets were amazing.

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Elaia Essential Information

Language
Greek
Currency
Euros
Local Welcome
Ya su
Local Goodbye
Yiá sou
Closest Airport
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
Max Temp Winter
16ºC
Max Temp Summer
27ºC
Top Sights
Stalis Beach, Star Beach Water Park and Acqua Plus Water Park

Top hotels in Elaia

Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive

Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Hersonissou, Hersonissos, Crete Island
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £346 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£346
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (843 reviews)
"Fantastic food and drink quality. Lots of extra dining opportunities at a great quality."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive
Aquila Atlantis Hotel

Aquila Atlantis Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Ygias Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £138 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
£138
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
"Proximity to shops and restaurants"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Aquila Atlantis Hotel
Hotel Tsagarakis Beach

Hotel Tsagarakis Beach

3 out of 5
37, Andrea Papandreou str., Ammoudara, Malevizi, Crete Island
9/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
"It's a unique place. You've got to be the type of person that doesn't judge on face value to enjoy it. I really liked it. There's definitely some characters there. Badly needs a refurb but if it had one it would be busier and less enjoyable in other ways. Take it as you find it and don't judge too ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Port of Hersonissos

Port of Hersonissos

Explore the waterfront in Limenas Chersonisou with a trip to Port of Hersonissos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.

Port of Hersonissos
Potamos Beach

Potamos Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potamos Beach during your trip to Malia? Wander the marina in this relaxing area.

Potamos Beach

Star Beach Water Park

Bring your family to Star Beach Water Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Hersonissos Centre. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Star Beach Water Park

What to do in Elaia

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine

Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine

£100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine
Heraklion: Dia Island Catamaran Sunset Trip with Dinner & Drinks

Heraklion: Sunset Dia Catamaran Cruise by Top-100 Greek Chef

£105
per adult
Heraklion: Sunset Dia Catamaran Cruise by Top-100 Greek Chef
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Elaia travel package cost?
The most affordable Elaia travel package is £271, so your dream trip can become a reality — without burning a hole in your pocket. Combine flights, hotels, car rentals and more to build a package that suits your travel style.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Elaia travel package?
If your travel plans in Elaia have been upended, it's comforting to know that you can amend or cancel your booking. If you booked within the last 24 hours, you may be able to receive a refund. If your booking is older than that, your airline, hotel or car rental company may impose fees. For more details, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I get a cheap travel package to Elaia?
Lock in flights that fit your schedule, add a hotel to your booking and watch the savings rack up with an Elaia travel package. It's that easy! From flights and hotels to activities and rental cars, Expedia makes travelling cheaply a cinch. And with over 550 air carriers and 1,000,000 hotels all over the world to select from, you'll never be short of choice.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Elaia holidays?
Yes, we do. Expedia has partnered with online lender Klarna to help you conveniently pay for your holiday in instalments. Simply click on the payment plan that suits best during checkout and take the stress out of budgeting for your trip. Be sure to bundle your flights, accommodation and car hire with Expedia to get the biggest bang for your travel buck. Browse our flexible payment options below:

  • Pay monthly holidays: If paying bite-sized amounts each month sounds right for you, Klarna offers just that! Paying in easy monthly instalments will make your holiday dreams come true.
  • Pay in instalments holidays: If you want to pay for your getaway across multiple transactions, holidays paid in instalments might be the right choice for your Book Now, Pay Later holiday through Klarna.
  • Low deposit holidays: If paying a small percentage of your trip (rather than the total upfront) makes it easier to hit that "book now" button, consider a low deposit holiday payment plan from Klarna.

Where should I stay in Elaia?
There's loads to explore in Elaia, so spend your evenings close to its best attractions and maximize your time sightseeing. Watercity Waterpark is one spot to put on your itinerary.
What are the top hotels in Elaia?
Reserve a room at Knossos Beach Bungalows Suites Resort & Spa. It's one of this area's most popular properties. Another top option in Elaia is Creta Maris Beach Resort.
How far in advance should I book my Elaia holiday?
While prices do change, we generally recommend booking your holiday as early as possible. Many international fares are available on Expedia up to a year in advance. If circumstances have left you booking late, you might still be in luck. Low prices to Elaia sometimes appear just weeks before departure.
What does an Expedia Elaia travel package include?
Flights, car rentals and hotels — we connect you to all the best deals. All you'll have to do is pick your preferred combination. Once you've made your booking, you can add on the fun stuff like activities and tours. Our travel packages make it easy to put together an awesome Elaia trip.
What should I know before booking an Elaia travel package?
Booking all the parts of your trip together is a terrific way to save. Combine your flights, car rentals and hotels into one little package. But your options don't end at hotels. Expedia has all kinds of properties, including holiday rentals like beachside villas and serviced residences. You've got choices galore!
Can I choose my airline with an Elaia Expedia travel package?
You can. We have more than 550 partner airlines all over the world, so go with the carrier that fits your travel needs.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.