Out of this world. So worth the long drive with twisty roads. Not much restaurants and bars at beach so take your own refreshments if going for the day.

This is a Beach like in the Caribean! Very clear and colourfull water! Sandy Beaches, what a Day out! Go and enjoy this Beach and Aerea!

This was one of the best beaches I have ever been to. It was incredibly easy to get to, lots of parking and facilities like toilets/cafe. We walked onto the island (didn't have to wade) and walked almost to the end to find our own private area of sand and sea. We got there at around 10am and left at... More 

You should not be afraid of heights when you plan your trip to Elafonissi. I dont´like precipices beside the road and there are many. But it is worth it when you see the beach and get your well-earned swim in the lukewarm water.

This beach is a beautiful sandy beach with crystal clear blue waters. We did a tour to this place which was quite long but worthwhile. We stopped at Agia Sophia church as well which was high in the mountain. When we arrived at the beach there was already thousands of people there. All the umbrellas and sun chairs had been... More 

This beach must visit everyone who is coming to Crete! It is simply paradise in the earth! No words,just emotions!!!

This is without a doubt a very pretty beach. The Libyan Sea on one side, a lagoon and dunes on the other side. The sand is white; the lagoon is light turquoise. We did bump into some people, however, who had been disappointed because of the lack of pink sand. We noticed that a lot of tours, both in Chania... More 

Well worth the drive, beautiful beach, shallow turquoise sea, safe for families. Recommend you take a picnic and drinks as bar was expensive

Not the hidden gem of yesteryear, but still a very beautiful beach. These days most visitors to Western Crete will have heard of Elafonissi and it is reachable as a day trip from Chania. Hence it gets pretty busy. We were there in mid September and even then had to look hard for parking. We skipped the crowded main beach... More