High Standard Cleaning Practices – Know Before You Arrive at ELaiolithos in Naxos island

Greeting from Naxos island. We hope everyone of you is well, healthy, and safe!

ELaiolithos will open for the upcoming season on April 23, 2023

following the latest Greek Government orders.  

The hotel’s cleanliness, the sanitization, and the safety and well-being of our guests & team members is our top priority! When it comes to your booking with us, worry not. Feel free to ask us anything at any time. 

Whether you already have booked a trip with us, or are planning your upcoming travel, we want to let you know that:

ELaiolithos is professionally managed by the founder/owner, who is a native born and has also lived in the USA for 36 years, she has the experience, knowledge, extensive education, and has been in the traveler’s shoes all her life, and

the following proactive preventative steps about cleanliness, and hygiene standards have been taken: 

1. Our hotel practices meet the latest Covid19 guidance for the continued safety and well-being of our guests. All cleaning materials used in the hotel are effective against COVID-19.
2. Our hotel staff has taken all the seminars given by the Greek Deputy Ministry of Tourism, and by the Greek Chamber of Commerce about good practices of cleaning and disinfection. We all have been trained. Certifications received for:  –*1 New Rules of hygiene & safety for the operation of mass catering companies. –*2 Hygiene & safety rules for the reopening of Hotels & Accommodation.  –*3 New Technologies & Tourism in the Covid-19 period.  –*4 Practical instructions and answers that concern the businesses of hotel units, accommodation and tourist facilities. –*5 The new tourist: analysis of tourist behavior during and after the pandemic. –*6 Additional requirements and new prevention measures for the operation of accommodation in the new era. –*7 Tourism Business Strategies for dealing with the new environment due to the Pandemic. –*8 “Digi.travel Issues & Trends – Travel in the post-covid19 era” by Green Key
3. Our hotel staff is receiving on going briefings and enhanced operating protocols with up to date information to keep them and their families informed, aware and protected throughout this situation.

ELaiolithos’ environment by default is ideal for social distancing.

You need NOT to worry about Social distancing. We’re in a privileged position of having 850 sq.m porch (9,149 sq.ft).  ELaiolithos is built in a point of vantage in Naxos. Every suite has its own patio furniture, its own lounge chairs and hammock, and its own lit marble dining table at the edge of the terrace to absorb our amazing view. Meaning you have ample space to eat, drink and be airy! Indulge your appetites outdoors, relax and chat knowing that we’ve created the perfect atmosphere for a worry-free socializing experience. Come join us and let the good times roll!

The retreat has no neighbors,

thus having all the isolation, expanse and clear weather. Enjoy comfortable and private accommodation in a remote peaceful rural location. It is very secluded far away from the regular tourist crowds.

1. Privacy and tranquility are two elements that define the ideal holiday at ELaiolithos Luxury Retreat.
2. Alcohol-based hand rubs/sanitizers, masks/gloves are provided upon check in.
3. Every suite has its own air purifier.
4. We stress regular hygiene. Check out time will be at 11:00 am. Exquisite cleanliness is of paramount importance.
5. All sheets, pillows, towels, and bathrobes are sterilized by COCOMAT.
6. Every booking has its own blankets cleaned and presented to you for the duration of your staying.
7. Mattress Protectors: For your own safety we have invested in Mattress Protectors that are removable. After check out every protector is changed and replaced with a sterilized one, which means your bed will have a clean new mattress protector just for you to have that clean feel!
8. Disinfection of Beds: Rest assured that you sleep on a clean mattress. We have made a valuable investment by having every mattress vacuumed with the advanced HEPA filtration system, a specially designed UV Ultra Vac, which has an inbuilt UV light that captures virtually anything after every check out. The UV light kills 99.9% of bacteria and viruses, including salmonella, E. Coli and Staphylococcus. The U.S. Department of Energy approves the HEPA filter technology, which testifies to its supreme rank and reliability in fighting microorganisms.
9. Bathrooms: Our bathrooms are made in the old-fashioned cement mortar style in which only natural materials are used. The so-called cement mortar walls are an absolutely natural, 100% eco-friendly and bio-climatic material without any chemical substances added and it’s based on natural stones as its constituents are the theraine earth, limestone, quartz sand and kerammala. Meaning their texture is smooth without any pores to absorb any bacteria; thus making it easy to be clean sustainably and with eco-friendly materials. We use natural and non-toxic cleaning products made from biodegradable ingredients. We also use the versatile and effective vinegar and baking soda to clean. It removes dirt, grime, and bacteria from bathroom fixtures, countertops, and mirrors. Vinegar also eliminates soap scum and hard water stains from showerheads, faucets, and other surfaces. By using vinegar as a cleaning solution, we ensure a sustainable and healthy environment for our guests. Last but not least, we give the floor a good sweeping before mopping it up with even more disinfectant to leave your bathroom sparkling clean!
10. Area carpets are replaced with clean new ones after every check out.
11. Our housekeeping teams are disinfecting all hand surfaces in your room as part of our rigorous cleaning procedures. They will disinfect anything a traveler would touch frequently; this can include but is not limited to, the knobs, light switches, door handles, toilets, etc.
12. Our personnel are locals. Staff wearing gloves & masks at all times which are then frequently changed.
13. Our restaurant serves healthy local cuisine from farm-to-taste buds, we use all natural, regionally-sourced ingredients within a radius of 5 Km, giving you the freshest local food & drinks. We Know the Hen Who Laid the Eggs.
14. For our Food & Beverage outlets, different measures from food preparation to dining experience have been implemented to ensure food hygiene safety.
15. Breakfast is served à la carte.
16. Dining tables and chairs are sanitized with disinfectant, so guests can find a pleasant and safe dining experience at our outdoor lounge café bar.
17. Hand-sanitation stations are placed in public areas on our porch.
18. Digital check in
19. We provide you with beach towels.

Your time and personal well-being are critically important to us. Please know we are closely monitoring global developments regarding the Covid19, and we are fully focused on protecting the health and safety of our guests and crew. Each Suite blends the fresh air from the mountains of Naxos island, eco-friendly materials used, cleanliness, minimal design and the architecture.

REST ASSURED that we take every cleaning precaution measurement in order to contribute to your peace of mind during your time with us.

We wish everyone well! Stay safe. Stay healthy. Be patient and kind. We care about everyone’s safety and are closely monitoring the situation and guidance from the World HealthOrganization (WHO)

We look forward to welcoming you to ELaiolithos Luxury Retreat and vibrant Naxos in this coming season.

More Info about your staying

Welcome to ELaiolithos, where you can expect to be treated like family. We know you have a choice when it comes to travel, and by choosing us you receive personal care and service. We do everything to ensure your vacation would be worry and hassle free, so you can relax and enjoy the culture, sights, and people you meet during your travel.