Crete

Phaea Blue

A Small Luxury Hotels of the World hotel. Rialto is a Small Luxury Hotels – withIN agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Step into the elegantly designed lobby – not just a space but an immersive journey, echoing the feeling of being welcomed onto a private estate. Fresh handpicked flowers, and an interior architecture that is inspired by Crete’s past Phāea Blue, Elounda, Crete has 47 bungalows, suites, and a private villa (28 with private heated pools). The heartbeat of Phāea Blue is its dedication to genuine Greek hospitality. The service mirrors the kindness found in the hearts of the locals. This warmth extends beyond the interiors of Phāea Blue and permeates the very ethos of the place.

Plaka, Elounda, 72053 Crete, Greece
Phaea Blue

About Phaea Blue

Insider tip

Read The Island by Victoria Hislop, then take a private excursion to Spinalonga, a famous isle off Crete, to discover its true history and beauty.

In the hotel’s own words

Explore the Essence of Crete Even More Intimately at Phaea Blue

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Nestled amidst the azure waters and rugged landscapes of Crete, Phāea Blue stands as a testament to timeless Greek hospitality, curated by Phāea. For over two decades, we have welcomed guests into our family legacy, embodying the essence of Cretan warmth and hospitality. Now, we focus on the brand pillars of consciousness, innovation, and community, offering a more personalized, intimate island experience. Here, you’ll discover everything you know and love about Greece, along with delightful surprises waiting to be explored. The unique light of Greece illuminates our surroundings, as the sun beams down from the cliffs and reflects off the Aegean Sea. Welcome to a world where every stay is a cherished journey, and every guest is part of our enduring legacy.

A Private Cretan Estate

With unparalleled sea views, intimate spaces, and a welcoming atmosphere, Phāea Blue, a member of SLH is a small, high-end hideaway where luxury remains quiet and subtle. As the only luxury boutique hotel situated directly on the beach in Crete, Phāea Blue offers a unique setting where authentic connections with history and nature come alive. Offering a deep connection to local culture through farm-to-table culinary experiences & seaside meals, enriched by art and craftsmanship that bring timeless creativity to every space.

Rooted in the values of consciousness, community, and innovation, Phāea Blue is more than a destination, it’s an authentic connection to Crete’s soul, inviting guests to explore, unwind, and embrace a truer, timeless Greece.

Bungalows, Suites & 3 Bedroom Private Villa

Unmistakably Greek, the fresh rooms and suites reflect a relaxed yet refined island aesthetic with natural materials, eclectic pieces of Greek art, a color palette drawn from the surrounding environment, and a detail seasoned with historical detail. Together, these elements make each guest room a uniquely compelling private place to be.

Experience our Villa

If your sole desire is to bliss out in your private world, the Phāea Blue Villa is an unparalleled haven. Exceptional interior furnishings, including original artwork and unique deco pieces like the Klismos chair from the Saridis design studio in Athens (1867), inspired by ancient Greek vase drawings, as well as creations by renowned Greek designers. Designed for people who want to spend a lot of time relaxing in their own private space, our villa offers the kind of profound, understated luxury that is relaxing in a way that mere extravagance can never achieve.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Small Luxury Hotels – withIN benefits, included

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Small Luxury Hotels – withIN is Small Luxury Hotels of the World's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $50-100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Rooms and suites

8 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
1Signature Room
An airy refuge, the Signature Room has been designed for lazy summer days and soft nights, with an extra touch of sophistication. Details in the room have been hand-picked to reflect its Greek personality and every piece has a story to tell.
2Junior Suite Private Heated Pool
Junior Suite Private Heated Pool is a perfect blend of tranquility and sophistication, this is a true summer hideaway. The interior of the suite combines white Greek marble details and original ceramics, fabrics with textures and details that create the sense of a home.
Suites
3Deluxe Suite Seaview
Take a deep dive into the Greek summer in the Deluxe Suite, designed for those who wish an elevated spacious experience. A blend of refined and contemporary style, with local design details, this suite puts emphasis on natural materials and luxury textures, accentuated by the breathtaking panoramic views.
4Blue Maisonnette Suite with Heated Pool
The bi-level Blue Maisonnette Suite Private Heated Pool offers a sense of airiness and a true connection with nature. Expect white fresh interiors with splashes of blue colour, Greek marble tabletops and original Greek artwork.
5Island Suite Seaview with Heated Pool
Each Island Suite Seaview with Heated Pool is named after a Greek island and its bright and spacious spaces make up our extraordinarily beautiful interior, which unfolds to an expansive outdoor area with breathtaking vistas to the surrounding lush gardens and the endless blue.
Villas
6Deluxe Bungalow Seaview
Deluxe Bungalow Seaview is an intimate refuge on the land of Crete where a fresh interior with elegant details opens up to breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea. Embrace the Greek summer, and unwind on your private balcony, taking in the view of the sea and Spinalonga Island.
7Deluxe Bungalow Seaview with Heated Pool
This Deluxe Bungalow Seaview Private Heated Pool is a world of elegant summer ease, indoors and outdoors.
8The Royal Blue Villa
If your sole desire is to bliss out in your private villa, the Royal Blue Villa is an unparalleled haven. Featuring a vast indoor sanctuary, opulent amenities, and a private heated pool, this space has been meticulously designed to evoke a profound reluctance to leave.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Small Luxury Hotels – withIN always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $50-100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

Can my AI assistant book this hotel?

Yes. Connect Rialto to Claude or ChatGPT and ask for rates. You finish the booking on a secure Rialto page. Card details are not sent through the AI chat, so either you would approve the final checkout step and reconfirm all the information, or if you authorize your agent with Computer-Use permissions, it can fill out the checkout form as well.

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