4 star hotels in Kato Gouves

Lovely hotel. Staff very helpful. Hotel very clean. Lots of options for food and all very tasty. Animation team work very hard and children kept entertained.

Lovely family holiday, the all inclusive food was varied and we always found something that everyone enjoyed to eat. The entertainment staff worked really hard morning until night keeping the adults and kids entertained, especially John! Thank you!

We went for a family holiday to this hotel for 10 nights all inclusive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. There are 3 main outside pools and an indoor pool, we particularly liked the children’s pool and the pool with the with a swim up bar. The rooms had everything required and were cleaned everyday. The hotel was very clean and tidy. Staff were very friendly. My daughter particularly enjoyed the kids...

What a brilliant hotel. Loved the location as it’s right on the beach front. Hotel is so clean and the cleaning team are constantly cleaning and maintaining the high standards. Bar staff were so friendly and the animation team are so enthusiastic with special mention to John, the DJ who went out of his way to make our kids feel welcome and took time out to speak to them, which they loved. Food...

Great family holiday in Crete. Hotel is very clean and staff are lovely. The animation team are great too and always bring the mood up in the hotel. John the DJ is amazing. Always bringing the vibes.

Just got back from our trip and we had a great time. All the staff were amazing but a big thanks to Elena 🤩at reception who looked after us from beginning to end and to Manos in the restaurant for his amazing warmth we did not expect anything like that 🤩. We missed being there and will definitely return. I truly recommend this hotel to anyone. Must also say that the food was great 😊.

i arrived at this hotel with my friend late on a sunday and we were seen promptly and was given a bottle of water upon arrivial. my friend and i booked to seperate rooms and were unfortuanely seperated, we did request for rooms next to each other but was informed that there was none avalible. i will say the staff are very accomondating with request the food here is average but everything at dinner...

This holiday was very amazing despite missing the season it was very good. The food, the people, the weather and everything was outstanding. Definitely coming back again and the place is really nice and friendly, I felt safe all the time.

It exceeded our expectation. We were here in November with half board. Breakfast and dinners were rich and there was wide range of delicious food (meats, salads, desserts, ice creams). Staff was very friendly and Check in was comfortable. Room was little bit smaller, shower water drains slower but generally modern and comfortable. We used outdoor/indoor pool and gym without any trouble. In the evening...

The food was ok. The staff were not as friendly and there were loads of cats around the hotel which was not ideal considering that my friend is allaergic to cats. The cats were inside the hotel and even in the dining area (so during both breakfast and dinner, they were always in the room).

We loved our stay at the Aelius and have been recommending it to friends and family wanting to explore Crete. We came in October 2024 and had one of the rooms with the rooftop Jacuzzi - the value for money is incredible, the rooms are great and the rooftop area is brilliant. We'd have liked the shower to be a little better kept and the jacuzzi was cold one a couple of occasions, but really we're struggling...

Spent a few nights at the Aelius Hotel in Gouves at the end of the summer season. The resort itself was very quiet but the hotel itself was quite lively and had a programme of entertainment for the guests which is just as well as most of the entertainment in the bars and restaurants around Gouves had stopped for the season. Special well done to Michael on the karaoke at the hotel who got the guests...

Beautiful hotel. Hotel staff were really friendly and helpful. Buffet restaurant. Entertainment was good, if you go to hotels and like to be Entertained. They spoke French, English and German the entertainers. Kids Entertainment and kids club. No direct beach, but 5 min walk to it. Shops and cafes outside hotel 1 min walk directly outside. At beach put pay 10 euros day for 2 chairs and umbrella...

We stayed at this hotel for a week and we really enjoyed it despite a few issues. The room was not best part of the stay as it had many issues. We stayed in a swim up room in the new building and the room was very modern. Unfortunately, the shower head was blocked due to limescale and the toilet was leaking every time it was flushed. This was disappointing as the room was only a year old. It also...

Gorgeous hotel, clean and the staff are all lovely. The beds were super comfy but only had one pillow each although we were given extras after asking at reception. There were lots of pools and when we went, with no fights for sunbeds. This was October though. The literature states that you can't save sunbeds for later which seemed to stop the breakfast rush to claim them! The rooftop pool was beautiful...

Stayed for 1 week in this beautiful, clean well maintained hotel. We booked a swim up room which was absolutely glorious. We were very lucky as our room had the sun all day whereas the majority of others didn't. Pools were a little cold but then again it was October so what did I expect. Drinks were all self service so no queuing apart from cocktails but they were served very quickly. Food was...

From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel completely at home. The service throughout our visit was outstanding, but one member of staff in particular really stood out. Her name was Fanta Kamara — her friendliness, attention to detail and genuine care made all the difference. Nothing was too much trouble; they went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. It’s rare to come across such...

We have been to this hotel before and always get a great welcome from Maria, Natassa and Efeteria. All the staff are friendly. The hotel is in a good location with several shops and tavernas close by and more if you want to walk a bit further. The beach is also a couple of minutes' walk away with two loungers and a parasol available to rent for 10 euros. There were always loungers available at the...

Lovely hotel staff very friendly and helpful, Sofia the barmaid was excellent with her help and service a lovely person,had a great time,but foo not to great.Would stay again

Beachfront property with 3 pools , restaurant with full all you can ask for, breakfast and comfortable rooms. Although we were here October swimmers were enjoying the facilities.

We spent 8 days (7 nights) at the Astir Beach Hotel and it was the best and most beautiful vacation I have ever had! It left strong memories and feelings in me. The staff was nice and helpful, the rooms were beautifully cleaned every day, the food was very very tasty. Overall, the hotel was clean, the pools were clean, the sunbeds were washed regularly, as were the sidewalks. The beach with the sea...

This was a great place to stay with great facilities, easy to access and opposite the beach. Staff were really friendly and helpful. A bit noisy from a nearby hotel complex with entertainments in the evening but did not spoil things. Our view to the beach was fabulous and the hotel staff levels were excellent and the cleaning team were really thorough.

We had a brilliant experience with nick the doctor on site which we greatly appreciated as me and a friend had a bad accident on the beach on which it near lead to a death experience, he helped and treated us to the best of his ability and he was so kind, courteous and helpful and without his help we don’t know what we would have done! Thank you nick for all you done for us! We will never forget what...

We spent a great holiday week in this lovely hotel. The animator team was well above the expected, great games/fitness opportunities during the day and great shows in the evening. The hotel is very close to the beach and there are also some open air pools. The food was maybe not a 10 star but always fresh and delicious. I must also say that the waiters were always helpful and very positive! Thank you...

The rooms are great and spacious for the cost read more below Service is thorough and give you everything you need on the get go such as eating times, WiFi etc There is plenty of activities such as pool, table tennis, karaoke and bar and a pool eith free toys like a beach ball The only downside i can think of for the actual hotel is that the toilet seat in our room wouldn't ever stay up Also the wifi...

Very friendly hotel ideal for the family with entertainment and good food all the staff were very friendly and the beach is a 30 second walk away ilia’s very friendly

Thalia is an amazing host! She gives the best advice helps with everything you need nothing is too small she goes out of her way to help and make you feel accommodated really recommend this hotel

The staff were extremely friendly and made you feel like family and were very hospitable. Great atmosphere and feel very welcomed to their hotel and cleaners were very friendly and excellent service provided by them daily. Food was always excellent and had a great variety for all guests with excellent taste and quality. Great location near everything you need for your stay. This was our 2nd time staying...

Good hotel We had a really lovely stay at the Diogenis Blue Palace 💙 The hotel is clean, comfortable and well located. The manager, Ilyas, is extremely friendly, kind and always helpful — he makes everyone feel welcome. Also Iwan from the staff is very polite and professional. Thank you for the great service and warm atmosphere! 🌞🇬🇷 ⭐ My Review of Diogenis Blue Palace ⭐ I honestly don’t understand...

We spent 12 days here from the 18th to 30th of September and had a wonderful time . All the staff from reception to bar to restaurant and cleaners was lovely. The evening entertainment was good with even bbq prawns for one night and Greek night. The food was a good choice and varied. We stayed in room 128 which was very large and spotlessly clean . It was also nice that if you couldn’t get a sun bed...

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! It’s an excellent choice for anyone looking for a great experience on a budget. The rooms were comfortable and clean, and the food was absolutely delicious. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help. A special thanks to Adonis, the manager, who went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommended!

I really enjoyed my stay in this spotlessly clean hotel. Cleanliness is top of my priority list so it met my expectations immediately. Staff are all welcoming and friendly. I got 2 bottles of water added to my room daily which was a great help. Stylish decorating, a lift that works well and a shop plus bar if you want anything. Pools were super lovely, really peaceful beside the pool areas. There...

This is hands down cleanest hotel i have ever seen. Rooms building everywhere. Superb! The towels and sheets changed daily and washed for sure. Smells fantastic everytime. Honestly i cannot believe how clean dis place is. Food is not good. Dont get full board or all inclusive. Just b and b and go about your day. Car is a must. You wont be able to walk everywhere everyday. Taxi is expensive.

The hotel itself was clean and the Food was really good. The only problem is the Location. Theres No Shuttle Service to the Beach. You Walk for about 20 minutes to get there. The Beach is very nice though. Other than that and a few Cafés Theres nothing around the area and you either need to Rent a car or depend on the busses which are always Late.

The management are very helpful and kind during our stay. Bar was staff was amazing

The hotel is amazing , great location , very clean and modern .comfy beds and beautiful view from the balcony . The food was amazing fresh and delicious . The staff is great too specially manager Antonis, receptionist Sofia ,and Eleftheria , Thanasis , Kostis head chef , Geraldine and Richele . Will definitely return back . It has beautiful location to the Heraklion city and beaches . Walk distance...

Friendly helpful staff. We arrived late and they had a packed sandwich and fruit for us and offered a complimentary hot or alcoholic drink. The food was so tasty and plenty of options. If someone can't find something to eat from the buffet, the fault is on them. Re previous review, I've never been anywhere that hands out free bottles of water. Yes the resort is small and quite quiet but that's what...

Lovely clean and pleasant every where. The staff are very attentive and friendly. The rooms are basic but for a greek island they’re pleasantly practical. Pool area is kept clean and tidy and were kept entertained by the local kittens😂

Staff were very friendly and professional 10/10, location 8/10 if you don’t mind quiet and peace. Service 10/10. Room 8/10. Reception staff 10/10. Food 6/10(Breakfast and dinner). Atmosphere 8/10 for adult only. I would highly recommend it if you are looking for short stay adult only.

I booked this holiday for my girlfriend's 21st birthday celebration and it was exceptional. The hotel is situated perfectly in a quiet, relaxing area with various shops and restaurants in walking distance. The best part about the hotel is the staff. They are absolutely lovely, very calming, attentive and always wanted to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. Also, the pool area, accommodation...

Thanks to Katerina and Iyanna (sorry if I wrote it wrong) we were warmly welcomed. The services given by all them and all her colleagues were perfect and we enjoyed our stay. We will definitely come back.

Just returned from a wonderful 10 day break. Great sea front location with excellent pool and surrounds. Loads of good quality loungers and beds. Hotel is small enough to provide excellent personal service but big enough to have everything you need, including an excellent bar with stand out cocktails Special mention for the excellent staff, attentive, friendly, and efficient. Food was also very tasty...

With a few tweaks, this hotel could be amazing. Twin Room was small ish but clean, however the bathroom almost too small too turn around in. We did choose the cheapest room option though. Beds were like concrete and had only one pillow, I should have asked for another. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and are the reason for my four out of five rating. Any issues were sorted fast, we only had...

We booked to stay here for a week. States 4 star, but a good 3 at best. Our room was clean. But the mattresses were not good. Hard as nails, with no mattress protection on either. Sore back for the week. The cleaners at times missed cleaning our room a couple of times and didn't leave toilet paper or towels. A quick visit to reception had those problems solved. The bathroom was small, but OK, but needed...

We arrived on the 18th September, are 1st impressions were it needs some work doing to it .. but it was very clean Staff were fantastic Poppy checked us in and she was so warm and friendly nothing was too much trouble for her . The restaurant staff were brilliant so attentive to everyone.. My friend and I enjoyed the banter with the head waiter. For was ok The evening entertainment was good too...

⭐⭐☆☆☆ We stayed at Gouves Bay Hotel and overall our holiday was okay, but it fell below our expectations. • Location: Great, close to the beach and town center. • Food & Drinks: Plenty of variety, including vegan and fish options. Coffee, tea, and bar service were good. • Entertainment & Facilities: The entertainment program was nice, pool towels were available, and the parking was very convenient...

Location is good not far from the beach , rooms outdated but functional service was very good , credit to stavos , Helena,dimitri , Teresa. Overall good hotel and good holidays ( not 4 stars Eu) but friendly and good location and not overcrowded. Brilliant massage & spa definitely was very nice.

Hotel was lovely and clean room was basic but clean. Food was ok but much the same every night . Staff were lovely couldn't do enough for us, entertainment was rubbish apart from last night when they had a live band

Came here on the 7th oct for 9 night Great hotel, the staff were very nice and helpful We went all-inclusive The food was good always something to eat The drinks are nice At night the lady on the bar at night works very hard We had room 413 with its own little pool good for when it got to hot There is a little fridge in the room as well There is a great little shop 2 mins walk from the hotel We...

Not great! The rooms was fine clean tidy plenty of space huge balcony over looking gardens and a view of the sea rooms cleaned every day water provided daily did miss out a couple of days with fresh towels dont know why? The food was very mediocre there was always something to eat it was very mish mash mostly themed nights but it didn't really follow very well The drinks on all inclusive wasnt the...

The hotel it's self was nice. The rooms were a bit basic but comfortable and bright. The AI aspect of the hotel is shocking. They have a beautiful outside area where you can have breakfast, but the choice is minimal, and hot stuff is normally cold! The only other choice is the main buffet restaurant which is so hot and stuffy its uncomfortable. There is a big menu at the outside area which you can...

We returned to this hotel after first visit last October and it did not disappoint as we were worried if it would be as good for second visit Staff so friendly and helpful the receptionist Anna and her colleagues could t do enough all the bar staff and they remembered us which was a nice touch Any issues delay with swiftly Will be rebooking for next year

The hotel is amazing. Absolutely beautiful views and photo opportunities. 1 minute from the beach walking and the people are the most friendly out of anywhere I have ever been. All inclusive the food as amazing help your self to as much as you want with different dishes every day and the food in the alicarte was like a Michelin star restaurant. Already booking my stay for next year I cannot recommend...

Great family-run hotel that offers good quality food, quiet*, calm accommodation and a friendly welcome. The rooms and gardens are clean, modern and well maintained. The pool is a good size with plenty of sunbeds and seating. As a solo, female traveller I felt safe and well cared for. The beach is an easy walk of only about 150m. The hotel also offers a fabulous massage and reflexology service run...

Our stay at Elea was truly exceptional from start to finish. The hotel perfectly combines modern elegance with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that immediately makes you feel at ease. The room was spotless, beautifully designed, and extremely comfortable, with attention to detail evident in every corner. The bed was one of the most comfortable we’ve slept in, and the overall sense of calm and privacy...

This place is top notch high end luxury. The Apartments are run by Yiannis the Son of Andonis and Maria and he has done a fantastic job. The newest Apartments have infinity pools and their own Cabanas on the ground floor and they are very trendy and modern. They have a huge TV in the room and a bathing area with a shower and toilet and twin basins. Very luxurious and designed by Yiannis and his wife...

A most relaxing atmosphere greets you on arrival with friendly and helpful staff Individual catering for breakfast brunch and throughout the day Family run business for many years Cleanliness is a priority for them and pool is available with layback lounges and shady covers Easy travel to all areas of Crete Family friendly

A well run little gem, with friendly & helpful staff. A great “snack bar” serving freshly made wholesome food is available at a reasonable price.

Myself and my young son stayed here for a week in May. This small, family run hotel is made up of apartments as well as a villa. The whole place is immaculate, it’s so clean and so well maintained. The family who run it are obviously passionate about their business and it shows. All staff are lovely; friendly and attentive without being intrusive. The food is excellent with generous portion sizes....

My wife, daughter and I recently stayed here for a week long relaxing break. The weather was still stunning despite being towards the end of October and the end of holiday season. The apartment was great for what we needed with a young baby and is in a fantastic location with restaurants and bars within a few minutes walk and the beach 10 minutes walk away (if that). The pool was relaxing and easy...

The hotel has been partially updated and is generally clean, however the upgrade has been done to general areas around pool and partial in rooms so photos do not reflect the full hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food quality was mixed, crockery was often not fully clean and still wet when stacked at buffet start. Location is not great with small beaches and very limited shops, bars and restaurants...

We have just returned from a 7 night stay at this hotel So we will start with the positives first ▪️upon arrival at around 10:30pm we were greeted by a helpful man on reception who checked us in quickly and offered us food for us and our 3 children. Although basic was a very very nice gesture. ▪️The room we found to be clean with good air-conditioning and nice shower facilities, yes the kitchen area...

A clean spacious family run property, that has expanded through building new accommodation and refurbishments over the many years I've visited. Several pools, including private hot tubs for selected rooms. The All inclusive option provides freshly cooked breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet style) with local beer, spirits and wine. Pay for specific labels, if you wish. Good variety of freshly cooked...

Our stay was absolutely amazing. We had a private airport transfer, which was well organized for us. The room provided was in perfect location, very clean and well maintained. For two of us, there was plenty of space. All our wishes were solved quickly at reception without any delays. All meals in the buffet were very tasty, service on front was helpful and caring. I can recommend massage in hotel...

Our stay was absolutely amazing. We had a privet airport transfer, which was well organized for us. The room provided was in perfect location, very clean and well maintained. For two of us, there was plenty of space. All our wishes were solved quickly at reception without any delays. All meals in the buffet were very tasty, service on front was helpful and caring. I can recommend massage in hotel spa...

Second time staying at The Blue Aegean and it didn’t disappoint from the moment we arrived the staff were happy and helpful especially the receptionist who was happy, helpful and had a smile that could light up a room. We stayed in Room 102 and wow what a room, it’s across the road from the main hotel and was an upgrade. The bed was comfortable and the shower was so hot and lovely. The cleaners were...

Great for my family of 5. Big space brand new. Had everything my family and I needed. Easy to checkin and check out. Many restaurants near by. Kids loved the jacuzzi especially since it was too cold to go in pool

Absolutely fantastic apartment's, spotlessly clean & well equipped and high specification. Very comfortable beds, great shower. Pool area is lovely with very comfortable sun loungers and there is a well equiped gym too. The location is great, its really quiet but its only a few minutes walk down the road to the beach and numerous fantastic tavernas, or a few minutes in the opposite direction to filoxenia...

My mum and I visited Volta Suites for a 12 night holiday and it was wonderful! Giorgos and the team were amazing hosts and made sure everything was perfect for our stay. The room was beautifully decorated and the entire hotel was spotless! The pool area was lovely and relaxing - we even had it to ourselves some days! There was plenty of choice for breakfast and we enjoyed eating it on our balcony...

We were so happy to find this hotel and were certainly not disappointed when we arrived. The entire place really lived up to the photos and reviews. It’s clear George the owner cares deeply about his guests’ experience. From the clean and modern suites, some even with private pools, beautifully kept gardens, large shared pool, outdoor gym and huge breakfast available, we were very impressed. Will definitely...

Absolutely top class suites. Small complex of suites, some with private pools and hot tub and a gorgeous communal pool. This place just oozes class. Great suites with everything you could possibly need and would definitely recommend those with private pools. A lot of money has been spent on this project and you can tell. Everything feels like quality. Communal pool with thick padded beds is stunning...

Would like to thank Giorgos at the AMAZING @voltasuitesvillas for the most incredible stay. This honestly has been the best home we’ve had the privilege to stay in, boutique luxury all the way, impeccably clean with exceptional service. The welcome pack on arrival was such a lovely touch, along with a stocked fridge and Raki that was replenished every day, along with daily cleaners and toiletries...