Romantic Features

Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort offers a selection of unique restaurants and bars which ensure that every taste is satisfied when it comes to dining.

Other romantic offerings include:

• El Greco - ideal venue to sample a la carte dishes in an exclusive setting
• Garden walks
• Private zoo
• Massage treatments
• Sauna

Things to do Together

Surprise your partner by arranging a romantic dinner under the stars at the private Cladissos beach. The hotel can arrange for you to follow a candle-strewn path until you reach your table, which is surrounded by lights. You can sip on the local raki spirit, while the chef prepares haute cuisine to be enjoyed with fine wines. After the meal, the hotel can organise an Oriental-style table where you can relax with coffee or tea.

Take a tour through the most famous palace of the ancient world. Knossos provides an insight into the Minoan civilisation on a site that dates back to 4,500BC. After the tour you are taken to Heraklion where you can explore Venetian buildings and castles, street markets, an impressive cathedral and the fascinating Archeological Museum.

About Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort

This five-star deluxe resort is ideally located on a private peninsula on the island of Crete - the birthplace of Zeus and the Minoan civilisation. Next to the traditional fishing village of Aghia Pelaghia and close to cosmopolitan Heraklion, the resort has been designed as a Cretan village, surrounded by extensive gardens, a lush park, waterfalls, lakes, a river and ancient Greek ruins from Minoan times.

The very essence of a superb romantic getaway, guests can retreat to one of the beaches, relax by a swimming pool, or follow a secluded pathway in the colourful gardens.

Recognised for its environmental innovation and protection, the resort features beautiful bungalows, which form Cretan neighbourhoods, deluxe guest rooms, elegant Villas on the private hotel beach, Junior Suites, Presidential Suites and the Royal Villa with three private pools, a jacuzzi, sundeck and garden.

Luxury Hotel Facilities

• Zoo
• Botanical park
• Swimming pools
• Gym
• Water sports
• Tennis courts
• Wide choice of restaurants and bars
• Scuba diving centre
• Games room
• Shopping arcade
• Meeting & conference facilities

Room Options

Recognised for its environmental innovation and protection, the resort features a wide selection of accommodation options, which are fully equipped with the following amenities:

• Private balcony or terrace with sitting area and sea, pool or garden view
• Air-conditioning & heating
• Direct-dial telephone
• Internet access
• Radio
• Mini-bar
• Satellite TV
• Hairdryer
• Bathrobe & slippers
• Laundry service
• 24-hour room service

Dining at Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort

Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort boasts a range of restaurants and bars offering a range of local and international cuisine:

• Zeus - serves Mediterranean and Greek buffets, which can be eaten indoors or al fresco
• El Greco - à la carte Greek and international menu available
• The Poseidon Taverna - serves Cretan specialities on the beachfront
• Knossos - themed restaurant
• Muses - restaurant with an indoor pool
• Unwind after with a drink in one of the eight bars, which are located near waterfalls, on the beach, in the gardens and by the pools.

Business Facilities

• Meeting & conference facilities
• Business centre
• Audio-visual equipment hire
• Teleconferencing
• Internet access
• Event staff

Things to do in Heraklion

• Sightseeing tours
• Ancient sites
• Venetian buildings & castles
• Street markets
• Archaeological Museum
• Aghios Hyacinth Chapel
• National Park in Heraklion
• A one-day cruise to Santorini

Getting to Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort

Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is 25 mins (20kms) from the hotel by car.

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