Elia Traditional Inn - Kolymbari (up in the hills)
near Chania

				Elia Traditional Inn (Hotel) Pictures: Where it is: Kolymbari, see map Open: April to early November Type: Restored old building - an  inn of character and style Number of rooms: 9 2 people/night: 106 to 175 € Why we like it: A treat. Views, character, calm. Relaxation comes naturally or... at the pool and spa area.

OUR REVIEW

Elia is a place you feel lucky to find. So well has this building of age, been adapted to become an inn, that it should tempt the most jaded visitor. This is well-done. Rooms have character, old beams and stone give the feel of a generations-old quality inn. Has the atmosphere of the smaller "Paradors". Views towards Kolymbari and the peninsula and yet far out to sea from a lush green hillside.
If you need help becoming the relaxed person that Elia creates - the steam room or sauna will do the trick. Otherwise just enjoy the places to sit, food (requested in advance) at the inn's cafe, lounge around the pool (which is wisely kept at bay from the main building and gardens).
Garden, fruit trees and an ancient and enormous oak tree you can sit under, complete the picture of perfect enjoyment.

Convenient for Chania (25 minutes) and visits to Deliana gorge, St John the Hermit's cave (amazing!), the Old Christian Rotunda church. Visit the oldest olive tree "in the world" (more than 2000 years old), from which they cut the olive wreath ("kotinos") for the Olympic marathon gold medalist, within a short walk from Elia (see these sights). Horse-riding is possible in the nearby Deres horse farm. There are many old villages within walking distance and a short drive. The nearest place to eat and enjoy refreshments is a 8 minute drive.
The beach and waterfront cafes & tavernas at Kolymbari are 10 minutes by car. The nearest beach is 6 km. The renowned beaches of Balos and Gramvousa, Falassarna, Elafonissi and Paleochora are available to explore in the area.
It is a shame to leave here.... 

Elia Inn Photo Gallery 1 { Exterior, gardens & pool }
Elia Inn Photo Gallery 2 { Interior, location & nearby Sights }

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ROOMS

Standard (2 people): with double or twin beds, balcony or terrace.
Superior (2-3 people): with one double and one single bed, balcony or terrace.
Deluxe (2 people): with double bed, sofa-bed, big balcony.
Maisonette (2-4 people): with double stone or wooden bed in the gallery and sofa-bed in the sitting area on the ground floor, balcony or terrace.
Style, decor and layout of each room is unique as befits an ancient restored building.
All rooms have air conditioning, TV and fridge.
Swimming pool size: 80 sq.m.
Spa amenities: sauna, turkish bath, Jacuzzi tub and two-persons tub.
A variety of spa services, treatments and products are available (relaxation, rejuvenation, anti-aging, energy balancing, slimming, aromatherapy, massage), under the supervision of a trained professional and a doctor.
 

SPECIAL OFFER
5 nights stay includes: 10% discount on spa programs
7 nights stay includes: 15% discount on spa programs
14 nights stay includes: 20% discount on spa programs

DISTANCES
Chania town - 22 km. Chania airport - 30 km.
Kolymbari (beach & tavernas) - 7 km.
Heraklion town & airport - 150 km.
We recommend that you rent a car, other means of transport are limited and/or infrequent.

RATES 2008 (rates include our Superb, All-questions-answered Personal service)

Rates are per room, per night and include breakfast, air conditioning and all taxes.
For children up to 2 years old a baby cot is provided at no extra charge.
LONG STAY: For stays of 7 or more nights, a 5% discount may be possible (depending on availability).
MINIMUM STAY: 2-7 nights, depending on season - in August & September the minimum is 7 nights.

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