Phāea Blue, member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World is being reimagined as a boutique hotel, rooted in consciousness, innovation, and community. We offer a more intimate, personalized island experience—inviting guests to discover a truer, more timeless Greece. Set amid Crete’s azure waters and rugged landscape, Phāea Blue has welcomed guests for over two decades with genuine Cretan warmth and hospitality. Unmistakably Greek, the revitalized rooms and suites reflect a relaxed yet refined island esthetic with natural materials, eclectic Greek pieces of art, private pools, a color palette drawn from the surrounding environment, and a style seasoned with historical detail. Dining is a soulful journey into local culture. From modern Greek dishes at Anthós to seaside meals at Blue Door Taverna, every bite tells a story. Guests can harvest ingredients at the Phāea Farmers Feast or enjoy private dinners under the stars—each experience rooted in nature and connection. We craft moments that become memories. From sunset cruises to authentic Cretan feasts, every experience honors the island’s spirit. Guided by kindness and a love for place and people, we don’t just create itineraries, we bring dreams to life.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Sean
United States United States
Location, ambience!! Beautiful property and my room had the best views.
Stav
Israel Israel
Amazing view, fantastic service with attention to detail, the breakfast is great, really wonderful all around. We even got some champagne, cake and desserts to celebrate our upcoming wedding and my fiancées birthday! Also the movie room was so...
Ismail
Turkey Turkey
Exceptional experience, staff was excellent, strongly recommended.
Jordan
Italy Italy
Exceptional service and great beach and wonderful culinary experience
Jack
United States United States
What a gorgeous property with spectacular views. The rooms were large modern and so comfortable.. we had our own private pool with views of Spinalonga island. The staff were amazing..the food was amazing and we wished we could have stayed longer...
Stephanie
United States United States
Loved the view! The breakfast was also delicious and the staff there was so incredibly accommodating and welcoming. Also, the water pressure from the shower was amazing and I loved having complementary water refreshed daily.
Thomas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Exceptional hotel in a stunning location. Staff were wonderful and the food at all the restaurants was superb.
Chafik
Germany Germany
Very much appreciated was the excellent Service & Operation @ Isola restaurant & Blue Door restaurant.
Romain
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Thoughtful design, spacious and stylish. There was character and charm.
Luvuyo
South Africa South Africa
Great location with incredible views and very friendly and great staff

Hotel area info

Restaurants

3 Restaurants On Site
Blue Door
  • Cuisine
    Greek
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free
Anthos
  • Cuisine
    Greek
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Phaea Farmers Feast
  • Cuisine
    Greek
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

House rules

Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
€ 90 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 90 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property participates in the Greek breakfast initiative by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.

In case of free upgrade to half board, please note that dinner is provided only at the property's buffet restaurant.

All guest rooms, suites, villas and outlets (both indoor and outdoor) are nonsmoking. Guests who smoke are permitted to do so in their private balconies/terraces and in designated outdoor smoking areas. There is a EUR 200 recovery fee for guests who do not comply.

Card deposit payments are considered valid only when both card and card holder are present at check-in and the card details can be verified with holder’s ID/passport details presented at check in.

In any other case, the hotel will refund the payment to the original card and a new payment will be requested so as card and holder to be present and can be verified by ID/passport details.

In case of no-show, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Please note that photos are representative of each type of room, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo.

Heated Pools are available at the resort. The temperature of the heated pools at the resort ranges between 26 – 28 °C.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Phāea Blue - Small Luxury Hotels of the World of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: 1040Κ015Α0000201

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