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Based on 373 guest reviews
Out of The Blue Capsis Elite Resort, is located on its own private peninsula in Crete. A charming resort, family run for 40 years, with personal flair and a unique feel-good atmosphere. An award winning property splendidly situated on an area of 167,000sq.m., boasting unparalleled sea views and set within a sprawling botanical garden – with the bonus of being just 20 minutes from Heraklion International Airport and the City.
Conveniently located in the centre of the island providing quick and easy access to all the ancient sites as well as the traditional fishing village of Aghia Pelaghia quite literally on its doorstep, perfect for that evening stroll to soak up Cretan culture. The environmentally-friendly resort nestles amidst a lush and extensive botanical garden where organic fruits, herbs, vegetables and flowers are being grown.
This luxury resort offers 3 separate hotel Collections, with a total of 465 units:
• Classic Collection - In a traditional style, with rooms on the main building as well as bungalows surrounded by gardens & trees
• Lifestyle Collection – In a very modern style ( Member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts), located right in the heart of the Resort with views towards the Aegean sea , main pool and the gardens.
• Exclusive Collection – Featuring seafront suites, villas & maisonettes, Jacuzzis, shared or private pools located on a prime position of the peninsula
All Collections are within walking distance of each other, while the resort grounds offer many shortcuts.
Facilities
An amazing array of sea, pool, spa and land-based activities for groups and individuals, including treasure hunts, mini Olympics, yoga, scuba diving, a virtual games room and 3 Escape Rooms - all perfect entertainment and team building options. Seven (7) pools and two (2) beaches - one completely private. A wide selection of dining choices both in the on-resort restaurants and in bespoke themed areas within the grounds or even on the beach.
Weddings & private events
The Resort is an exceptional destination for weddings, offering a range of guest rooms, suites, maisonettes and luxury villas with pools to accommodate the whole wedding party, while ceremonies can be hosted at various locations, such as the on-site chapel, the private beach or one of the many lawn areas, all with a beautiful blue Aegean Sea backdrop. Wedding receptions can be held at one of the ten restaurants that are placed in distinctive locations throughout the resort, or at the beach or lawn areas. Facilities and services offered include a luxurious Spa and fitness centre, tailored menus, fine dining, and extensive leisure facilities. The events team can also organize an amazing bachelor party as well as provide the most romantic surroundings for the perfect honeymoon. Combined with the resort's gardens and the spectacular sea views, Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort is the ideal place for a beach wedding.
Awards 2018
Seven Stars Awards
Our Resort has been awarded with the Seven Stars Award as the Best Resort & Seven Stars Best Spa. Please see below the link of the glamorous ceremony 2018 Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards (SSLHLA) which was hosted at OUT OF THE BLUE, Capsis Elite Resort
Prix VILLEGIATURE Awards 2018 as The BEST SPA IN EUROPE
The Out of The Blue Capsis Elite Resort, perfectly reveals the spirit and purpose of Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort and gives a small taste of the experiences guests can have while staying at the most exclusive resort of Crete.
We hope that it will offer you a feeling of calmness, while also awakening a need of exploration in you”.
Why we stand out
• The Out of The Blue, Capsis Elite Resort, has a unique setting !
• Located on its own private peninsula, this is an environmentally friendly Resort, surrounded by the sea, with three hotel collections, of different design & character! With the personal touch of the owner Mrs. Capsis.
• Convenient location in Crete, as it is only 25 minutes driving from the airport & the city of Heraklion
• Right in the middle of the island with easy access to all the cultural locations, day trips, excursions
• All the rooms and suites are large, bright and comfortable and the Resort has plenty to do on-site, with facilities.
| Check-in: | 14:00 |
| Check-out: | 12:00 |
| Year of last renovation: | 2017 |
| Rooms: | 465 |
| Corridors: | Both interior and exterior hallways |
| Room windows: | Windows do open |
| Cleaning frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting rooms: | 6 View spaces |
| Meeting space: | 27200 sq. feet |
| Event space: | Holds 1000 people |
| Dist. to food/bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: | On-site |
| Dist. to the nearest gym: | On-site |
| Pool Info: There are 7 outdoor pools around the resort, in different shapes. Operating hours: 10.00am – 18.00pmSun beds, towels and umbrellas available by the pool (free of charge) | |
| Nightly parking: | 0 |
| Typical group deposit: | 90 |
| Total taxes: | 13.50% |
| Total misc. fees: | £8.00 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Occupancy Tax: | 4.00 Per Night (EURO 4.00 PER ROOM /NIGH) |
| City Tax: | 0.50 Per Night |
| VAT: Value Added Tax: | 13.00 VAT % Inclusive |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 24.50 Per Night |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 24.50 Per Night |
| Porterage Fee: | 3.00 Per Item (3 Euro) |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day (0) |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 0.00 Per Person (included in the rates) |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 40.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 40.00 Per Person (40 Euro) |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 90.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 90.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 8.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 8.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 3.00 Per Person |
25 Minutes
Local shuttle info: 45 Euro
American Buffet breakfast at Resort's main restaurant, included in the room rate
Sorry but pets are not allowed.
Open parking, complimentary for hotel guests
Free WiFi up to 4Mbps in all areas of the Resort
Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Out Of The Blue All Inclusive Resort & Spa.
Feel free to use the Out Of The Blue All Inclusive Resort & Spa meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Malevizi event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting room name | L x W x H (Metres) | Size (sqm) | Event 5'/6  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theatre | Reception | Regist. desk  |
| Marika Capsis A+B | 32 x 21 x 4 | 675 | --/-- | -- | 500 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close this Marika Capsis A+BRoom type: General Meeting Room Total size: 7265.6 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 32 x 21 x 4 M Floor level: Ground level Columns: 0 Is there natural light? No Amenities available
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| Marika Capsis A | 28 x 15 x 4 | 429 | --/-- | -- | 400 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close this Marika Capsis ARoom type: General Meeting Room Total size: 4617.7 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 28 x 15 x 4 M Floor level: Ground level Windows: 0 Amenities available
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| Marika Capsis B1 + B2 + B3 | 32 x 5 x 2 | 189 | --/-- | -- | 150 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close this Marika Capsis B1 + B2 + B3Room type: General Meeting Room Total size: 2034.4 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 32 x 5 x 2 M Floor level: Ground level Amenities available
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| Ariadne A+B+C | 20 x 12 x 2 | 249 | --/-- | -- | 170 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close this Ariadne A+B+CRoom type: General Meeting Room Total size: 2680.2 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 20 x 12 x 2 M Floor level: Ground level Is there natural light? Yes Amenities available
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| Minos Conference | 24 x 11 x 4 | 285 | --/-- | -- | 170 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close this Minos ConferenceRoom type: General Meeting Room Total size: 3067.7 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 24 x 11 x 4 M Floor level: Ground level Is there natural light? Yes Amenities available
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| Lida Conference | 12 x 10 x 4 | 127 | --/-- | -- | 70 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close this Lida ConferenceRoom type: General Meeting Room Total size: 1367.0 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 12 x 10 x 4 M Floor level: Ground level Columns: 0 Is there natural light? Yes Amenities available
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Check in time is 14:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
Check out time is 12:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
There are 465 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Yes, they have 6 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
American Buffet breakfast at Resort's main restaurant, included in the room rate
Open parking, complimentary for hotel guests
Free WiFi up to 4Mbps in all areas of the Resort
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. There are 7 outdoor pools around the resort, in different shapes. Operating hours: 10.00am – 18.00pmSun beds, towels and umbrellas available by the pool (free of charge).
