Questions

Frequently asked questions

Short answers to what guests ask us most. Anything else? Message us on WhatsApp.

The villa

How many guests can stay at Villa Chrysta?

The Entire Estate sleeps up to 21 guests: 14 in beds, 7 on 2 futon sofa beds and 3 rollaways. The Upper Residence sleeps up to 11 and the Lower Residence up to 10.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms are there?

7 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms in total: the Upper Residence has 4 bedrooms (including the guest suite) and 4.5 bathrooms; the Lower Residence has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Every bedroom has its own bathroom.

Can we book only one residence?

Yes. You can book the Entire Estate, the Upper Residence or the Lower Residence. Each residence has its own entrance, kitchen and living room.

Are the Entire Estate, Upper Residence and Lower Residence listings the same villa?

Yes. They are three ways to book one property, Villa Chrysta in Elia, Mykonos. The Upper Residence (with its guest suite) and the Lower Residence can each be booked on their own; the Entire Estate is both of them together, with the pool reserved for you alone.

Is the pool private?

When you book the Entire Estate, the 70 m² infinity pool is yours alone. When the two residences are booked separately, their guests share it.

Is the pool heated?

No, the pool is not heated. The villa and the pool are open all year.

What are the pool hours?

When you book the Entire Estate, there are no set hours. When the two residences are booked separately, Upper Residence guests can use the pool and the garden around it from 10:00 to 21:00.

Is there a garden?

Yes. The garden belongs to the Lower Residence; Upper Residence guests can use it from 10:00 to 21:00 when the residences are booked separately. With the Entire Estate, it is all yours.

Is there air conditioning and Wi-Fi?

Yes, every residence has air conditioning, heating, ceiling fans and Wi-Fi.

Are there stairs? Is the villa accessible?

The villa is built on a slope, so there are steps between the parking, the residences and the pool. The entrance of the Lower Residence is below street level. If anyone in your group has limited mobility, ask us first.

Location & getting around

How far is Elia Beach, and can we walk?

Yes: Elia Beach is 300 m away, a 5-minute walk down the hill.

How far are the airport, the port and Mykonos Town?

Mykonos Airport: 11 km, about 15 minutes by car. The new port (Tourlos): 12 km, about 16 minutes by car. Mykonos Town: 11 km, about 20 minutes by car.

Do we need a car?

It helps to have your own transport. We can book transfers for you or help you rent a vehicle, and there is free private parking at the villa.

Is there a bus or a taxi?

A seasonal bus runs from Elia Beach to Mykonos Town about every 30 minutes until the early evening, and sea taxis go from Elia to other beaches during the day. Taxis are available all day but are scarce in high season, so book ahead.

Can you arrange airport transfers?

Yes, from the airport or the port, and rides around the island. See services.

Where do we shop?

Ano Mera village is 3 km away (about 5 minutes by car), with a supermarket, bakery, pharmacy and tavernas. We can also have groceries waiting when you arrive.

Are there restaurants nearby?

Two beach restaurants at Elia Beach are within walking distance, and the Myconian Avaton and Myconian Imperial resorts are about 200 m away.

Your stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00.

Can we arrive early or leave late?

Yes. If the villa is not ready, you can leave your luggage with us and go to the beach. Tell us your flight or ferry times.

Is cleaning included, and how often?

Housekeeping is every 3 days, included. Bed linen and towels are changed every 3 days.

Are linen and towels provided?

Yes: bed linen, bath towels, toiletries, a hair dryer and an iron.

Is the villa suitable for children? Is there a cot and a high chair?

Yes. There is a high chair in each residence and a cot on request (yes, free on request). We can arrange a babysitter.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is smoking allowed?

Yes, smoking is allowed.

Will someone be there for us during our stay?

Yes. Isidoros welcomes you on arrival and is only a message away throughout your stay, replying usually within a few hours.

Is there a security camera?

There is one security camera at the entrance (outdoors only). There are no cameras inside the residences.

Services & celebrations

Can you cook for us at the villa?

Yes. We cook dinner for your whole table, whatever you have in mind, from a Greek feast to a barbecue, and we can book a private chef. See services.

Can we have groceries before we arrive?

Yes. Send us a list and the fridge will be full when you arrive.

Can you arrange massage, yoga, Pilates or a boat trip?

Yes: massage, yoga, Pilates and aqua fitness at the villa, and boat trips. See all services.

Can we celebrate a birthday or a pre-wedding celebration?

Yes, when you book the Entire Estate: private celebrations for the guests staying at the villa are welcome. See celebrations.

Are events or outside guests allowed?

Yes, by arrangement. Tell us the occasion, the number of guests and what you have in mind when you enquire. Quiet hours: after 01:00.

Booking

How much does it cost?

Prices depend on the dates, the way you stay and the number of guests, so we send a personal quote with every enquiry, usually within a few hours.

How do we book directly, and why?

Send an enquiry or message us on WhatsApp. We reply with availability and a quote. Booking direct means you deal with us from the start and can add services in the same booking.

How do payment and cancellation work?

We agree payment with you in writing when you book. Cancellation follows the same policy as our listings on the booking platforms, and there is no damage deposit.

Is Villa Chrysta also on Airbnb and Booking.com?

Yes, rated 4.94 / 5 on Airbnb (68 reviews, Guest Favourite). See reviews for every listing.

What is the best time to visit Elia?

June and September are warm, with calmer beaches; July and August are the busiest and the windiest (the meltemi). The villa is open all year.

Your stay, your way

Tell us your dates and your group. We reply within a few hours.

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