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Illuminated swimming pool in front of a multi-story hotel building at dusk.
Bright dining area with white wooden chairs and large windows.
Cozy hotel room with double bed, desk, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Large hotel kitchen with two long counters and arched ceilings in Mediterranean style.
Bright living room with sofa, dining table, kitchenette, and large windows with curtains.
Cozy restaurant terrace with guests and soft lighting in the evening.
House with outdoor pool, terrace, and stairs on a sunny day with clear blue sky.
Cozy bar with arches, wooden chairs, and tables under warm lighting.
Brightly lit hotel hallway with seating, bookshelf, and view towards the entrance
Endless sandy beach with gentle waves and blue sky
Sandy beach with waves and stone pier under a blue sky
Bright and inviting hotel lobby area with bench, small table, and natural stone reception desk.
Bar with wooden counter, brick facade, and two tall stools in a cozy pub.
Hotel room with comfortable bed, desk, chairs, and balcony with a view.
Modern bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower cabin in neutral tones.
Modern hotel room with double bed, nightstands, and a desk with mirror.
Cozy hotel room with double bed, desk, and modern wall decoration.
Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, TV, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wardrobe, flat-screen TV, and maritime wall art.
Small kitchen and dining area in a modern vacation apartment with bright interior.
Modernly furnished hotel room with two beds, small kitchen, and dining area
Brightly lit hotel buffet area with wooden furniture and seating area in the background.
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Gournes

Erato ***

HER151
Family
Air conditioning
Ons label "Reisen mit Zukunft" kenmerkt hotels die zich inzetten voor een duurzame toekomst volgens GSTC-normen.
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Location

The small, family-run hotel is located about a 10-minute walk from the sea with small sandy coves. Shops and entertainment facilities are 2 km away. The airport is approx. 14 km away. A bus stop with services to Heraklion and Chersonissos is located 30 meters next to the hotel.
Endless sandy beach with gentle waves and blue sky
Sandy beach with waves and stone pier under a blue sky

Facilities

Bright and inviting hotel lobby area with bench, small table, and natural stone reception desk.
Bright dining area with white wooden chairs and large windows.
Cozy bar with arches, wooden chairs, and tables under warm lighting.
Bar with wooden counter, brick facade, and two tall stools in a cozy pub.
Bright dining area with white wooden chairs and large windows.
The traditionally furnished hotel has 45 rooms with a reception, restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi (included in all public areas), freshwater pool (10 am-6 pm, with sun loungers and umbrellas included), seating terrace by the pool, children's playground, and roof terrace.

Accommodation

Double room

The double rooms, renovated in 2021, have a shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, mini-fridge, air conditioning, safety deposit box, satellite TV, music channel, and a balcony or terrace (D).

Cozy hotel room with double bed, desk, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Hotel room with comfortable bed, desk, chairs, and balcony with a view.
Modern bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower cabin in neutral tones.
Modern hotel room with double bed, nightstands, and a desk with mirror.
Cozy hotel room with double bed, desk, and modern wall decoration.

Single room

With the same amenities as the double rooms, these can be booked for single occupancy and have no balcony or terrace (E).

Junior Suite

With the same amenities as the double rooms, these have Wi-Fi access (included), are more spacious, located in the adjoining building, consist of a combined living/sleeping area with a kitchenette and seating area (small oven, coffee machine, kettle, and crockery) and a separate bedroom (JS2). Optionally available at an additional cost, slightly more spacious than Junior Suite Type B (JSB) or as a Junior Suite for four people (JS4).

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, TV, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wardrobe, flat-screen TV, and maritime wall art.
Small kitchen and dining area in a modern vacation apartment with bright interior.
Modernly furnished hotel room with two beds, small kitchen, and dining area

Meals

Half board

Breakfast (7:45 am - 9:30 am) and dinner (6:45 pm - 9:00 pm) served buffet-style.

Brightly lit hotel buffet area with wooden furniture and seating area in the background.

Sports included

Table tennis and darts.

Sports for a fee

Water sports on the beach offered by local providers.

Children's program

Baby cot (on request, for a fee, approx. €6 per day) and high chairs (on request).

Entertainment

Occasional Cretan evenings with BBQ and live music (for a fee).

Credit Card

Visa, Maestro, Diners, and Mastercard are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Bicycle rental
  • Shopping facilities
  • Family friendly
  • Extended hygiene concept

Sustainability

Travel with Future provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards cover social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

Not suitable for wheelchair users.
No disabled accessible rooms available.
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Pets are not allowed.
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The transfer time from Heraklion Airport is approximately 15 minutes.
As Gouves is located about 13 km from the airport, occasional aircraft noise may occur during the day.
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Hotel Contact:
Erato
Phone: 0030/2810761277
Email: book.erato@shotels.gr

Note on Climate Resilience Levy

For stays from 01.01.2018 onwards, the Greek government charges a climate resilience levy, which is to be paid by the guest on site, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and will be tiered from 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day and room starting from 01.01.2025.
For stays in high season 1.4.-31.10.
National Category 1-2 stars: 2 Euros
National Category 3 stars: 5 Euros
National Category 4 stars: 10 Euros
National Category 5 stars: 15 Euros
For stays in low season 1.11.-31.3.
National Category 1-2 stars: 0.50 Euros
National Category 3 stars: 1.50 Euros
National Category 4 stars: 3 Euros
National Category 5 stars: 4 Euros

Country category

3 Sterne
Last updated: 21.02.2026 22:30