Golden Sunlight by Estia in Kato Gouves
✅ Rooms are very clean and spacious with daily high-standard cleaning ✅ Breakfast includes fresh Cretan products and is described as delicious and plentiful ✅ Staff is welcoming and helpful, with the owner assisting guests personally ✅ Good value for money with a calm and family-friendly atmosphere ✅ Convenient location within a 5-minute walk to a stunning beach and local restaurants ❌ Some guests noted noise from the nearby busy road and airplanes overhead ❌ The third bed in family rooms is a hard sofa bed with a groove in the middle ❌ No electrical outlet in the bathroom limits use of appliances there ❌ The swimming pool is small and accessible from all sides, which some found limiting ❌ One review mentioned less welcoming attitude from one staff member towards children
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Description
Golden Sunlight by Estia is a small, quiet hotel located in Kato Gouves, Greece, featuring 12 bright rooms spread over a three-story building. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, an open swimming pool, and free parking, making it convenient for guests with vehicles. Each room is a Superior type with balconies, some offering views, including triple, family, and double room options. Guests praise the attentive and helpful staff, especially the owner who goes out of her way to assist with local arrangements like transportation and bookings. Daily room cleaning and a fresh, varied breakfast featuring local Cretan products are noted highlights. The hotel’s peaceful atmosphere suits travelers seeking a calm stay while still being near local beaches and restaurants.
Location
Golden Sunlight by Estia is situated in Kato Gouves, approximately 2 km from a public sandy beach located on the third shoreline. The hotel is 3.6 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and 3.1 km from the Dinosaur Park, offering interesting nearby attractions. The Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) is 13 km away, providing easy access for arriving and departing travelers. Guests will find a local restaurant, Valentina apartments, just 251 meters from the hotel, rated 9/10 and praised for good service and proximity to a bus stop with connections to Iraklion and Malia. The hotel’s location combines quiet surroundings with convenient access to transport and amenities.
Tips
- If you plan to use electrical appliances in the bathroom, bring an extension cord or plan to use them in your room, as there are no bathroom outlets.
- Consider requesting a room without a sofa bed if traveling with children, due to comfort concerns.
- The hotel is located near a busy road and under a flight path; light sleepers may want to bring earplugs.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs can be added, but extra beds cannot be added. Fees for cribs are not included in the total price. For details, please contact the property.
- Breakfast: Western [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed
- Paying at the hotel: DinersClub, AmericanExpress, UnionPay, MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 07:30-11:00.
Services and facilities
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Garden
- Terrace
- Reception desk
- Luggage storage
- Breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Barbeque
- Parking
- Seasonal outdoor swimming pool
- Next to the beach
- Pets Not Allowed
The hotel is located on third line from the shore.
From the beach 2 km. The beach is public, sand.
Street view
Video: Golden Sunlight Hotel by Estia, Gouves, Greece
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Reviews
Breakfast was always fresh, with plenty of choices.
Rooms cleaned daily to the highest standard.
Location : 5 min walk to a stunning beach and restaurants
Couldn't wish for more. Great value for money.
Thank you Golden Sunlight for your hospitality.
On the flight path so planes fly across but again not an issue unless you are easily iterated by noise.
Lovely place to stay at a reasonable price !!
very clean and modern - 10/10
nice promenade and beaches and restaurants and bars and bus station near the hotel - 10/10
very kind and best hospitality and family ambience - 10/10
the best breakfast - 10/10
room service / housekeeping - 10/10
very supportive for excursions -10/10
squad, scooters and car rental - 10/10
thank you so much and all the best wishes for the family and the business of course. we can always recommend your hotel and we will come back again for sure!
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Frequently asked questions about Golden Sunlight by Estia
Are pets allowed at Golden Sunlight by Estia?
Pets are not allowed at the hotel, but service animals are permitted.
What types of rooms are available at Golden Sunlight by Estia?
The hotel offers Superior Triple rooms with balcony, Superior Family rooms with balcony, and Superior Double rooms with balcony and view.
How far is the nearest beach from the hotel?
The nearest public sandy beach is 2 km away from the hotel on the third shoreline.
Is breakfast included and what are the options?
Breakfast is served daily from 07:00 to 10:00 and includes Western-style options with fresh local Cretan products; however, breakfast fees are not included in the room price and must be paid at the hotel.
Does the hotel provide parking and Wi-Fi?
Yes, Golden Sunlight by Estia offers free parking and free Wi-Fi for guests.
