Designed with respect to the architectural tradition of the land, this unique complex is an oasis of recreation and discreet luxury comprising the hotel and the seafront bungalows and villas. Behind the “Blue Flag”-awarded long, sandy private beach, featuring luxurious sundecks and waiter service, lies \"Playiada\". Inspired by a Greek village square and covered by a robust wooden pergola, it is the ideal location for taking shade during the day and for theme festivities in the evening. A variety of boutiques, the art gallery and the pro shop are all located around the Orthodox Chapel of Prophet Elias. The recreational facilities of porto elounda DE LUXE RESORT, in addition to the 9-hole par-3 golf course, include two tennis courts and a gymnasium with a variety of fitness equipment. To relax and rejuvenate the body, there is a health spa with a heated freshwater indoor swimming pool, original Finnish sauna and marble Turkish hamam. The first Six Senses Spa™ in Europe, opening in Summer 2005, provides a truly relaxing and revitalizing experience, through many forms of holistic healings to balance the senses. Its unrivalled range of signature treatments focuses on health, beauty, pampering, stress reduction and recuperation using pure, natural and environmentally friendly products. The luxuriously appointed spa spreads over 2,000m², setting unique standards in spa design. For golfers, the Resort offers a private nine-hole par-3 golf course, available to hotel guests only. Creatively designed with multiple tees, guests may choose to play the course as an 18-hole, as each hole has two playing options of varying difficulty. With numerous trees and pot bunkers, each hole has its own individual character, with the distance between tees and greens ranging from 58m to 187m. Additionally, the complex has practice nets, a practice bunker and a 9-hole putting green. The PGA, who runs the Golf Academy and is fluent in English, organizes private tuition for golfers at all levels. The Pro Shop sells or rents all necessary equipment. Next to the beach and the freshwater swimming pool with children’s paddling pool, set within the shelter of the bay, is the sea sports center. Supervised by experienced coaches, a variety of exciting services are available, including jet-skis, windsurfing, water-skiing, and laser craft rental. Luxury yachts are also available for charter, with a range of excursions or tailor-made itineraries offered. The PADI certified scuba diving center teaches and awards diplomas up to the highest levels of proficiency. The crystal clear waters and rock formations of the bay, home to fascinating flora and fauna, are considered amongst the finest to be found in Greece. For parents seeking safe and fun activity for their younger children, porto elounda DE LUXE RESORT now offers the children’s club called ‘Children’s Ark’. Operated by professional childcare specialists, it allows children from 6 months to 10 years to be entertained and educated in a variety of activities. porto elounda DE LUXE RESORT is the ideal destination for families with small children. A world–class, five-star resort with outstanding leisure and family facilities.