Elia, a little town on the sandy shore of Mykonos, is a favourite destination for a quiet beach holiday. The fine sandy beach, flanked by craggy cliffs on either side and lined with restaurants, is one of the biggest on the island and hosts a great array of watersports. It’s a great place for couples — sunsets over the sea have a magical charm, and take your breath away — and it tends to be a quieter option on this party island, being the last stop on the water taxi! Our pick of the best hotels in Elia are all luxury properties but we've found family friendly resorts as well as romantic hideaways for two!
For five star luxury
- Guests only receive all-out luxury at Myconian Imperial Resort. This effortlessly cool beachside five-star is one of the best luxury hotels in Elia, offering chic, contemporary rooms with stunning sea views — some even boasting their own private pools and outdoor hot tubs. It’s an indulgent affair, complete with swimming pools, two bars, a spa, and on on-site gourmet restaurant — prepare to be spoilt!
- At Myconian Avaton you can expect infinity pools with stunning, instagrammable views of the Aegean, and stylish rooms adorned in local stone and animal skin rugs. You’ll be indulged at the on-site spa, and can enjoy the perks of complimentary loungers and parasols at the private stretch of beach (there's even a shuttle to ferry you down the hill and back).
For couples
- Myconian Utopia is ticks all boxes for a couples getaway: luxurious rooms, stunning views, private pools or hot tubs, and a very sophisticated feel. Plus there's a private beach area, a Sanctuary Spa offering Elemis treatments and fine dining restaurant.
- Myconian Villa Collection provides similarly indulgent amenities. The gourmet restaurant, 5-star service and spa make it fabulous, but it’s the spacious white villas with private pools or hot tubs overlooking Elia Beach that seal the deal for couples seeking intimacy.
- Luxury resort Royal Myconian is another top pick for couples. The pools are dotted with bars and you can order gourmet food from the restaurant direct to your spacious white-on-white suite. Unwind in the extensive spa, sunbathe on the private beach of fine golden sand, and watch the world go by.
For a cool boutique
- This one’s for the trend-setters and jet-setters. Greco Philia radiates coolness, a luxury boutique hotel perched on the cliffs above the bright blue Aegean Sea. The views alone are to-die-for. But the vibe and décor hit the right notes too, whether it’s the hip pool-terrace and bar, the chic minimalist rooms with tiny fireworks of colour, the pampering spa, or the delicious organic food.
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