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Phāea Blue Palace, Crete
CretePhāea Blue Palace, Crete
CreteEcru Cretan architecture with hints of terracotta, mature verdant palms, the endless blue reflected from sea view private pools – the palette at this island icon is Elounda to a T.
Ecru Cretan architecture with hints of terracotta, mature verdant palms, the endless blue reflected from sea view private pools – the palette at this island icon is Elounda to a T.
The colours may set the tone for a relaxing escape, but it’s the canvas they grace that cements the tranquillity. Inside the generously appointed accommodation, light and airy furnishings meet spacious outdoor areas. Face inland and these areas have views of the rugged mountains, face out to sea and the Aegean lays out a carpet of blue to Spinalonga island. Often dotted with a traditional fishing boat (or caique) that has been hired to cruise the glassy water.
Gourmands and oenophiles have it great here with the restaurants and bar adhering to a Creten way of life. Anthós delivers traditional-with-a-twist cuisine, while organic garden ingredients are the heroes at the communal table of Phaea Farmers Feast pop up. And, down by the water, the reimagined fisherman’s hut that houses Blue Door Taverna captures the tastes of the sea with secret family recipes. It’s also down here where the private beach and its sunbeds can be found. The perfect place to snooze after lunch or burn off some energy with a collection of water sports.
Please note: Blue Palace will be operating the South Wing only for 2024, operating as a boutique hotel, member of SLH.
- 47 suites and bungalows, 28 with private pools
- For larger groups, there is the two-storey Phāea Blue Palace Villa equipped with private heated pool, a dedicated private chef and butler service
- Dining options include 2 restaurants, a pop up farm-to-table dining experience and Votsalo bar
- Lounge areas include a heated outdoor pool and private beach with sunbed service
- Wellness offerings include face and body treatments and a gym with yoga, Pilates and meditation facilities
- A specialist concierge team is on hand to organise experiences around the island
- 47 suites and bungalows, 28 with private pools
- For larger groups, there is the two-storey Phāea Blue Palace Villa equipped with private heated pool, a dedicated private chef and butler service
- Dining options include 2 restaurants, a pop up farm-to-table dining experience and Votsalo bar
- Lounge areas include a heated outdoor pool and private beach with sunbed service
- Wellness offerings include face and body treatments and a gym with yoga, Pilates and meditation facilities
- A specialist concierge team is on hand to organise experiences around the island
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GUIDE PRICE7 nights from £4,515 per personBased on departure 17 May 25.
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THE DETAILSYour package includes...7 nights in an Island Suite Seaview with private heated pool. Price also includes breakfast, €150 resort credit, flights with British Airways from London Gatwick, transfers and VIP departure service. Price based on 2 adults sharing.
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