Giannoulis - Cavo Spada Luxury Resort & SpavsBlue Palace Elounda, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. On balance, Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Crete ranks significantly better than Cavo Spada Luxury Resort & Spa. Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Crete has a TripExpert Score of 85 with accolades from 4 publications like Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Gayot.
Giannoulis - Cavo Spada Luxury Resort & Spa
 Jetsetter
 Oyster
 The Telegraph
Rapaniana, Kolymbari, Crete, Greece
From $97/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 
 "A sea view room at a luxe resort, with a heavenly spa, gourmet dining options, activities and entertainment." Full review
Upscale
 "The 150-room Cavo Spada Luxury Resort & Spa is an upscale property with a fantastic but isolated beachfront location a 30-minute drive from Chania." Full review
8.0
 "This friendly, small-scale, comfortable resort has a strong emphasis on sports facilities and activities." Full review
Blue Palace Elounda, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete
 Gayot
 Jetsetter
 Condé Nast Traveler
PO Box 38, Elounda, Crete 72 053, Greece
From $346/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 
 "Cool white buildings and sweeping water views set the mood for romance at this elegant retreat." 
 "Family-friendly resort on Crete’s cliff-laden southern coast, rich with infinity pools and private patios." Full review
 Readers' Choice Award
 "Crete’s Blue Palace has a strong sense of place. Set on a lucid pebble beach, this family-run property has more authenticity than all the pre-fab looking resorts along the Elounda coastline combined. " Full review