Elos accommodation from NZ$225

The Azure Beach is situated 17 kilometres from the main part of Elos. Alternatively, the Mesogios Beach Hotel is 16 kilometres away. If you'd prefer, you could make a booking at the Mirtilos Studios & Apartments or the Galini Beach Hotel.

But wait, there's more! Don't leave before taking a look at what you can discover in the rest of the region. Spend time at the ruins, traditional villages and old towns in Crete Island. Outdoorsy types should also take the time to enjoy its beaches, coastal plains, rivers and lakes. More active tourists might try mountain biking, mountain climbing and hiking in this part of Greece.

20 kilometres to the northeast of Elos is Platanias, where you'll find the Platanias Beach. Platanias has some comfortable places to spend the night, including the Spilia Village and Majestic Apartments. You can also visit Apokoronas, where you can explore the Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori. Apokoronas can be found 50 kilometres to the east of Elos. Places to stay in Apokoronas include the Kalyves Beach Hotel and Kalyves Bay.

Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport is the most commonly used airport and is 50 kilometres from the centre of Elos. Hotels that are nearby are the Rea Resort Hotel and the Artemis Village Apartments & Studios.