Greece Gouves Hotels

This hotel is situated in Gouves on the north coast of the wonderful island of Crete, only 15 km east of Heraklion International Airport. Due to this stretch of coast being clean and unspoilt this is the ideal beach resort for vacations. The centre of Gouves, with its bars and nightlife, is just a short walk away. Knossos Minoan Palace and Heraklion Archaeological museum are both just a 30-minute drive away.This beach hotel has a 24-hour reception desk, an indoor bar, a lounge with satellite TV, fireplace, mini-market, as well as a conference room capable of accommodating up to 50 persons. There is a large lawn area, as well as both a kids' club and a children's playground offering safe haven at playtime for younger guests. The hotel has 170 rooms in total. All rooms in the main building were renovated over winter 2006/2007. It is air-conditioned and has a lobby, a safe, cloakroom, currency exchange facility and lift access. Dining facilities also feature. Internet access is offered (subject to fees).

The Dikti Mountains rise behind the rustic-style Despo Hotel, which is 15 kilometers from Crete's capital Heraklion and just 600 meters from the beach. All the rooms have light wood furnishings, air conditioning (for an extra charge) and balconies or terraces. Room rate is full-board and includes breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, snacks and soft and alcoholic drinks. Guests can relax in the jetted tub or by the pool in the well-tended traditional Cretan gardens. For guests who enjoy a more active holiday, scuba diving, parasailing and windsurfing are available at the beach. The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle service to and from the beach. Children (aged 4-12) can enjoy various activities at the mini-club from Monday to Saturday; there is also a children's swimming pool where kids can paddle in safety. The authentic flavor of traditional Crete can be found at the village of Gouves, three kilometers from the hotel. For fans of ancient Greek history, Knossos, a partially restored Minoan Palace, is 29 kilometers away. Heraklion Airport is 15 kilometers away. . All-Inclusive plan - Rate includes the following: Room accommodations; buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner; soft drinks, coffee, tea and local alcoholic drinks including wine, draught beer, ouzo, raki, rum, vodka, whisky, gin and tequila from 11 AM to 11 PM; snacks and French fries during the day (not mealtimes); use of swimming pools and pool loungers and parasols; table tennis; children's mini club; shuttle bus to beach twice a day. Premium brand drinks, champagne, phone, in-room safe, air conditioning, satellite TV, refrigerator (only standard rooms), local transport, sun beds & umbrellas at the beach are not included.

Other amenities/services: 85 studios, 15 mesonetts, and 20 appartments. Fax, satelite TV, safe, computer all on request. Childrens' pool, play room. Sea sports available on the sunny beach of Gouves (400m).

Location. The Hotel Erato is located in Gournes Pediados, Greece, 800 metres from the closest local beach, and 28 kilometres from the Palace of Malia. Heraklion Airport is 14 kilometres away. Hotel Features. Set on the Greek island of Crete, this traditional Cretan-style hotel features an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sunloungers, umbrellas, and a sun terrace. A children's play area is available on site, along with a rooftop garden. Inside the hotel a front desk is set next to a bar area with Internet connections (surcharge) and satellite television. The hotel hosts Greek entertainment evenings and barbecues throughout the summer. Laundry facilities are available on site. The Hotel Erato houses a traditional Greek tavern which serves a menu of local cuisine and international dishes. A complimentary continental breakfast is served to guests daily. The half-board rate includes breakfast, dinner, and use of umbrellas and sunloungers. Bicycle rentals, golf, and water skiing are available nearby the hotel. Guestrooms. The hotel features 31 air- conditioned guestrooms across two floors. All have a mountain view, and light decor with wood detailing and simply styled furnishings. Amenities include satellite television, safes, minibars, and direct-dial phones. Bathrooms have hair dryers. The hotel offers a half-board rate.

Other amenities / services : Apartmens with Kitchen, Fridge, Phone, Music, Balcony.Mobile phone 0932 701704.

Lavris Paradise is part of the Lavris Complex which consists of two hotels, the Lavris Hotel and Bungalows 3*** superior and the Lavris Paradise 4 star with common facilities. Lavris Paradise is a luxurious furnished hotel built in 2003. The hotel is situated in the resort of Kato Gouves, 15 km east of Heraklion the capital of Crete. 14 km from the airport, 500 m from the fine sun beach and 2 km from the old picturesque village of Gouves. It is only 8 km from the bustling resort of Hersonisos and 16 km from Malia. All the above places can be visited by an efficient, cheap and regular bus service (every 30 min). Bus stop is only 150 m from the hotel.

With the comfortable sun seating areas, TV room, disco, indoor heated freshwater swimming pool, 2 freshwater outdoor swimming pools, fitness room, childrens pool, sauna (at local charge), jacuzzi (at local charge) and games room with pool table and table tennis you will be able to relax or keep fit during your holiday. You will also find a souvenir shop, and a supermarket. Magda is a four-star hotel that was built and renovated between 1993 and 2001. The hotel is built in a style where the atmosphere of soft colours and flowers will make you feel nice and comfortable during your holiday

The Marina Beach Hotel is situated in the middle of the northern coastline of Crete. It is an A class hotel located on the beautiful beach of Gouves, just 16 km from Heraklion. The hotel is an ideal beach resort hotel surrounded by large and well-kept gardens situated on a sandy beach, comprises accommodation of a high standard. The clientele of the Marina comes from most European countries. A number of guests return year after year. The Marina Beach Hotel has four swimming pools - two open air, one heated and one for children. There is a Jewellers shop, a mini-market and a hairdressers salon to cater for our guests needs - all at reasonable prices.

This hotel is located directly beside the long sandy beach in Gouves. From this wonderful location, all areas of interest can easily be reached by bus or taxi. The nearest bus stop can be found about 500 m away, it is 1 km to the marina, 7 km to Hernissos, 19 km to Heraklion, 55 km to Agios Nikolaos, 80 km to Rethymnon, and approximately 150 km to Chania. Heraklion's airport is some 17 km from the hotel building.This air-conditioned hotel comprises a total of 312 rooms, of which 121 are bungalows and 191 are rooms within three buildings. It is surrounded by wonderful gardens with flowers, hedgerows, and palm trees, and facilities on offer include a lobby area with a reception desk manned around the clock, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, and lift access. Further amenities include a hairdresser, the ""Aghios Dimitrios"" jeweller's, a boutique, a small supermarket, a TV lounge, conference facilities for up to 450 persons, and an orthodox church. In the main Alexander restaurant located directly adjacent to the lobby, guests are treated to special themed nights four times a week, for example an Italian ""Trattoria"", a fish tavern, a Cretan evening, or a candlelit dinner. There are evening shows organized by the hotel entertainment team every day below the trees of the Dionysos tavern, and once a week there is a folklore evening with live music and dancing. Guests may also make use of the Artemis Cottage snack bar, while the Hermes bar beside the lobby is an excellent choice for those seeking a relaxing afternoon or evening. Room and laundry services are available (charges apply), and there is both bicycle hire (charges apply) and car hire on offer. Younger guests may participate in the kids' club activities with qualified hosts.