Elounda Hills: Contemporary Mediterranean Island Living in Crete's Premier Luxury Resort Destination
Where Mediterranean luxury meets sustainable living on Crete's most privileged coastline.
A 138-acre luxury resort combining 1 Hotels' first European property with 257 branded residences. Overlooking Mirabello Bay in Elounda, the jewel of Crete's northeast coast
Elounda Hills: Contemporary Mediterranean Island Living in Crete's Premier Luxury Resort Destination
Developed by Mirum Group in collaboration with nature-inspired lifestyle hotel brand 1 Hotels, Elounda Hills represents a new pinnacle of Mediterranean luxury on the island's northeast coast. This exceptional 138-acre resort features a 129-key hotel with Bamford Spa, alongside 257 residences thoughtfully designed to blend authentic Cretan aesthetics with state-of-the-art biophilic principles. The project has achieved 'Strategic Investment Status' with the Greek Government and is designated a "Special Zoning Plan" ratified by Presidential Decree.
Set within a natural amphitheatre overlooking the sparkling waters of Mirabello Bay, Elounda Hills offers an extraordinary community where contemporary design harmonizes with the rugged Cretan landscape. The exclusive Waterfront Villas feature stunning interiors by Ralph Lauren Home, while Camper & Nicholsons will manage the boutique marina scheduled for 2028. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, residents enjoy year-round access to two private beach clubs, nine dining venues, extensive wellness facilities, and a vibrant Piazza modeled after traditional Mediterranean town squares. This is where cosmopolitan sophistication meets the timeless spirit of Greece's legendary island.
A Timeless Expression of Barefoot Luxury Inspired by Crete's Legendary Landscape
Inspired by the genius loci of this distinctive site, Elounda Hills embodies a sublime duality: the monumentality of nature meeting the intimacy of Mediterranean living. Award-winning European architects have created a vision where residences don't dominate the landscape but dissolve into it, with layered terraces cascading down hillsides and infinity pools reflecting endless Aegean horizons. Every architectural gesture pays homage to traditional Cretan craftsmanship while embracing cutting-edge sustainable design, creating spaces that breathe with the rhythm of the natural world.
This is architecture as poetry, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the sea like living canvases, where native stone and reclaimed materials ground each residence in its ancient setting, and where biophilic design principles ensure a constant, nurturing connection between inhabitants and their environment. The vision extends beyond individual homes to encompass an entire resort ecosystem: olive and carob tree canopies sheltering wellness sanctuaries, botanical gardens flowing into infinity, and a marina welcoming explorers to discover Greece's 6,000 islands. At Elounda Hills, the dream is not merely luxury, but longevity, creating a community that will endure for generations, shaped by nature's wisdom and human aspiration.
Greece's Most Ambitious Luxury Resort: 138 Acres of Contemporary Mediterranean Excellence
- Location: Elounda, northeast Crete, overlooking Mirabello Bay
- Total Development: 138-acre resort with Strategic Investment Status
- Residences: 257 branded homes, including Hilltop Residences, Terrace Villas, Mirabello Villas, Marina Collection, and exclusive Waterfront Villas
- Price Range: From €872,000 to €6,127,000+
- Hotel: 129-key 1 Hotels property with 2,000 sq m Bamford Spa
- Design Partners: 1 Hotels & Homes, Ralph Lauren Home (Waterfront Villas), award-winning European architects
- Marina: Boutique marina managed by Camper & Nicholsons, accommodating yachts up to 90 meters
- Amenities: Two private beach clubs, nine restaurants, tennis and padel courts, amphitheatre, kids and teens clubs
- Sustainability: Carbon-neutral operations, BREEAM and LEED certified, biophilic design principles
- Golden Visa Eligibility: Qualifying investment for Greek residency-by-investment program (€800,000 minimum)
An Unrivalled Mediterranean Lifestyle: Where Every Day Offers Endless Possibilities
From pristine beach clubs to world-class dining, championship sports facilities to holistic wellness. Experience resort living redefined by 1 Hotels' pioneering approach to sustainable luxury.
At Elounda Hills, exceptional services and leisure facilities create a lifestyle unmatched anywhere in Crete.
Residents celebrate sun and sand at two exclusive private beach clubs with soft white sand and sheltered waters, where expertly mixed cocktails and musical entertainment enhance long Mediterranean afternoons. Culinary excellence defines the experience, with dozens of exceptional tavernas and fine-dining restaurants showcasing Cretan cuisine's emphasis on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, vibrant vegetables, aromatic herbs, and exceptional olive oil. The 2,000 square meter Bamford Spa at 1 Hotel offers a holistic wellness sanctuary beneath canopies of olive, tamarisk, and carob trees, featuring steam rooms, saunas, a wellness pool, and carefully curated treatments centered around nature connection.
Active pursuits abound with tennis and padel courts, HIIT training, boxing, yoga flow sessions, and water sports, while the boutique marina managed by Camper & Nicholsons provides seamless access to Greece's premier sailing destinations. The vibrant Piazza, modeled after traditional Mediterranean town squares, offers convenient village amenities including a mini-market, delicatessen, pharmacy, gelateria, chapel, business lounge, and dedicated medical center, ensuring effortless living within this extraordinary community.
Perfectly Positioned: Where Ancient History Meets Modern Connectivity
The eastern region of Lasithi exemplifies understated, upmarket tourism, with Elounda serving as Crete's destination of choice for sophisticated travelers. Blessed with 300 days of annual sunshine and a stunning 1,000-kilometer coastline, this legendary island, birthplace of the Minoan civilization, offers unparalleled access to pristine beaches, secluded coves, mountain ranges, and Europe's major capitals.
Heraklion International Airport – 45 45-minute drive, connecting to all major European cities
Kastelli International Airport – Opening 2027, 30 minutes drive, expected to become Greece's second busiest airport with private jet facilities
Agios Nikolaos – 20 minutes, a charming coastal town with top hotels, restaurants, boutiques, and a major hospital
Elounda Village – 10 minutes, picturesque waterfront village with tavernas and local craftsmanship
Spinalonga Island – 15 minutes by boat, historic Venetian fortress and former leper colony
Minoan Knossos Palace – 60 minutes, Europe's oldest city and cradle of Western civilization
Mount Oxia Ruins – 6.4km hiking trail offering spectacular panoramic views
European Capitals – London 2 hours, Paris 3 hours, Berlin 3 hours, Rome 4 hours by direct flight
Mirum Group
Mirum Group has established itself as one of the Mediterranean's most respected luxury developers, delivering over 600 residences across the past two decades, including a luxury boutique hotel concept and a beachfront estate of private villas in Crete, one of which set the record for the most expensive property ever sold on the island. As both investor and developer, Mirum Hellas maintains control over the entire development cycle, from initial design and government approvals through construction, realization, and sales, supported by a carefully curated team of world-leading partners and contractors.
This integrated approach ensures uncompromising quality standards and seamless execution of the company's visionary projects. The Elounda Hills development represents Mirum's most ambitious undertaking to date, having achieved 'Strategic Investment Status' with the Greek Government and designation as a "Special Zoning Plan" ratified by Presidential Decree. This recognition reflects both the project's scale and its alignment with Greece's strategic economic development goals, positioning Elounda Hills as a landmark destination that will define luxury Mediterranean living for generations to come.
