Tucked into a hillside and overlooking Daios Cove, the Gran Melia Crete is a good choice for all types of travelers to the region. Guests are only 15 minutes from Elounda and its lovely waterfront. The popular and somewhat cosmopolitan downtown district is 5 minutes from the property as well. The Gran Melia Crete is located at Vathi, Kritsa, which is approximately one hour from the Heraklion Airport.

Each guestroom in the Gran Melia Crete is supplied with satellite TV, high-speed Internet access, a minibar, room service, a beverage station, an entertainment center, a personal safe, a hair dryer, and a full-sized bathroom with tub and signature toiletries.

Those staying at the hotel will be able to rely on the many amenities which include banqueting facilities, meeting and conference rooms, a modern fitness room, tennis courts, a lounge with bar service, free daily breakfast service, laundry and dry cleaning services, a tour desk, a business service center, a concierge desk, an in-house restaurant, 24-hour front desk service, and a swimming pool.