Overview

Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection is a five-star luxury resort on the north-east coast of Crete that combines a variety of accommodation types with extensive resort services. The property includes a wide selection of suites, private residences and luxury villas together with a distinct adults-only area called Chora. The resort presents a contemporary interpretation of local architecture and offers curated design elements throughout public spaces, galleries and an on-site art collection. Practical services for guests include laundry and a range of in-house shops, making the resort suitable for families, couples and guests seeking a higher level of privacy and space.

Location

The resort is located in Elounda, Lasithi in Crete and sits approximately 100 metres from Driros Sandy Private Beach, providing easy access to the sea. The nearest airport is Heraklion Airport (HER). The property occupies extensive landscaped grounds with pedestrian promenades and an “Agora” area where local crafts and souvenirs are available, and it is positioned to provide both sea views and inland outlooks depending on the accommodation selected.

Facilities

Facilities at Domes of Elounda cover wellness, retail and practical guest services. DOMES SOMA SPA operates with Elemis products and features an indoor spa pool, a full menu of facial and body treatments, specialised massage therapies and a beauty salon. The resort has multiple outdoor pools, including family and adults-only pools plus a dedicated Chora adults pool, and there are children’s pools and playground areas. On site, you will find a library, shops including an art gallery and resort boutique, a mini market, a deli and street-food outlets, meeting and co-working areas, and event spaces used for live music, workshops and seasonal happenings.

Room

Guest accommodation ranges from open-plan and one-bedroom suites with outdoor jacuzzis to premium suites with private pools, family suites and multi-bedroom private residences and luxury villas. Many suites feature an outdoor heated jacuzzi or private pool and are configured to accommodate families with combinations of king beds and sofa beds. The Chora area offers a dedicated collection of adults-only suites and retreats designed for guests aged 16 and over, while private residences and villas provide multi-bedroom layouts and their own private pool options for parties seeking additional space and privacy.

Sports & Entertainment

The resort provides a broad sports and entertainment programme that includes gym facilities, pilates and wellness meditation offerings; sauna and jacuzzi facilities are also available as part of the spa provision. Outdoor sporting options include tennis courts with coaching available, football and swimming academies, mountain biking and nearby horse riding and golf. Water-based activities are plentiful and, at an extra charge, include motor cruises, speed boats, tube rides, pedalo and SUP, plus organised boat transfers to Spinalonga. Entertainment across the resort features live music, BBQ and event programming, fashion shows and seasonal beach events as part of the on-site leisure calendar.

Dining & Bars

Dining at the resort covers a variety of cuisines and formats, from award-winning Greek creative fine dining at Makris Fine Dining to Blend Steak & Wine and Tholos offering Greek, Mediterranean and multicultural options. Antonino’s serves Italian cuisine within the adults-only Chora complex and there is a branded beach restaurant and bar, Vilebrequin La Plage, which presents a curated beachside offering. The resort also operates pool bars such as Makris Pool Bar (adults only), Mesoyios Pool Bar and Antonino’s Pool Bar, a Grand Domes Bar and a selection of deli and street-food outlets and food trucks in the public “Agora” area, providing guests with a range of casual and formal dining choices across the property.