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Modern hotel lobby with light sofas, chairs, and plants in a spacious area.
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A calm massage room with stylish wooden furniture and a neatly prepared massage table.
A calm spa room with massage table, towels, and shelves holding plants and candles.
Modern indoor pool with lounge seating and ambient lighting.
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Colorful playground for children with slide, swings, and playhouse under sunshades.
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Modern hotel room with double bed, large window, and view of terrace and city.
View of a hotel pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas under clear sky
Modern bathroom with sink, mirror, bathtub, and patterned tiles on the wall.
View from balcony over hotel pool with loungers and palm trees on a sunny day.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and minimalist light wood furnishings.
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Modern bathroom setup with black basin and adjacent bedroom
Rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and pools overlooking city and sea
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, wall TV, and stylish wooden interior.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, wooden furniture, and bathroom with round mirrors.
Modern lounge chairs and seating areas on the beach with sea view under a clear blue sky.
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Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Gouves

Aelius Hotel & Spa-Sensus Experience ****
Tour operator category

HER008
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Family
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Location

The quietly located hotel is in Gouves and is approx. 600 m from the sandy beach. A free shuttle is offered to the beach several times a day. Shops and entertainment options are in the vicinity. The center of Gouves is 450 m away. A bus stop with regular connections towards Heraklion is near the hotel. Heraklion Airport is approx. 15 km away.

Facilities

The family-friendly, high-quality and stylishly built hotel complex will be partially renovated for Summer 2026. The hotel consists of several buildings, divided into the two sections Aelius & Sensus, with a total of 200 rooms and features a 24-hour reception, lobby, elevators, the buffet restaurant "Erontas" with an outdoor area, the À la carte restaurant "Kritamos" (Cretan and Mediterranean cuisine) and a mini-market. In the beautifully designed outdoor area in the Aelius hotel section, there are 2 freshwater swimming pools with 2 separate children's pools, a sun terrace, and the pool/snackbar "Agiazi". Sun loungers and umbrellas are included by the pool, and at the beach for a fee. Pool towels are available free of charge. The new Sensus area has its own pool/snackbar "Aura" and its own swimming pool and is exclusively reserved for guests of the "Sensus" rooms. High-speed internet access is included throughout the complex and in the rooms.
Modern hotel lobby reception with red desk and seating areas in various colors.
Modern outdoor area with pool, sun loungers, and covered lounge overlooking greenery.
Chef serving freshly prepared vegetable dish in a modern hotel kitchen.
Modern hotel bar area with illuminated counter and wooden stools against a brown wall.
Modern hotel lobby with light sofas, chairs, and plants in a spacious area.
Modern hotel reception with minimalist wooden counters and a clean, bright interior.
Bright, modern seating area with wooden furniture and large glass windows with plants.
Modern hotel pool area with loungers and umbrellas in front of a two-story building
Open hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs overlooking a green landscape.

Accommodation

Balcony with chairs and table, view of palm trees and building under clear sky
Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, and sea view in sunny weather.

Double Room

The comfortable double rooms (D/DA; bookable under hotel code HER808) are equipped with a double bed or 2 single beds, 32" satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge (free bottle of water on arrival), coffee and tea making facilities, bathroom with bathtub or shower/WC and hairdryer, and a furnished balcony or terrace. Also available as a single occupancy (DE; bookable under hotel code HER808).

Double Room with Private Pool

With otherwise identical amenities to the double rooms, these feature a terrace with sun loungers and a private pool, as well as additional amenities such as a bathrobe and slippers (PPZ). The private pool is not supervised. We kindly request careful behavior and particular attention when using this area.

Modern pool area with lounge chairs and access to indoor spaces in a hotel.
Modern hotel room with double bed, glass partition, TV, and elegant lighting design.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and open bathroom with shower.
View from a shaded pavilion to a private pool with lounge chairs and garden furniture.
Bright hotel room with double bed, TV, seating area, and large wall mirror.
View from a shaded pavilion to a private pool with lounge chairs and garden furniture.

Superior Double Room with Private Pool

The comfortable Superior Double Rooms with Private Pool (U2P) are equipped with a double bed or 2 single beds, 32" satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge (free bottle of water on arrival), coffee and tea making facilities, bathroom with shower/WC, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and hairdryer, as well as a furnished terrace with sun loungers and a private pool. The private pool is not supervised. We kindly request careful behavior and particular attention when using this area.

Deluxe Double Room

The comfortable Deluxe Double Rooms (DD2/DDA) are equipped with a double bed or 2 single beds, 32" satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, bathroom with bathtub or shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and a furnished balcony or terrace.

Modern hotel room with double bed, large window, and view of terrace and city.
View of a hotel pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas under clear sky
Modern bathroom with sink, mirror, bathtub, and patterned tiles on the wall.
Modern hotel room with double bed, round mirror, and balcony with plants.
View from balcony over hotel pool with loungers and palm trees on a sunny day.

Premium Double Room

The Premium Double Rooms, newly renovated in 2025 (PDZ/P2I/DAS; bookable under hotel code HER808), are equipped with a double bed or 2 single beds, 32" satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge (filled with a bottle of water on arrival), coffee and tea making facilities, bathroom with bathtub/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and a furnished balcony or terrace.

Executive Double Room

The Executive Double Rooms, newly renovated in 2025 (EXD/SXE/E2I; bookable under hotel code HER808), are equipped with a double bed, 32" satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge (filled with a bottle of water on arrival), coffee and tea making facilities, bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and a furnished balcony or terrace.

Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and minimalist light wood furnishings.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, and stylish lighting.
Modern hotel room with two beds, balcony, and adjoining bedroom.

Family Room 2 Bedrooms

The spacious family rooms with 2 bedrooms (2FZ) have a combined living and sleeping area with 2 single beds and a sofa bed, 32" satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge (filled with a bottle of water on arrival), coffee and tea making facilities, and a separate bedroom with a double bed, 32" satellite TV and individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), as well as a bathroom with bathtub or shower/WC, hairdryer, and a furnished balcony or terrace.

Superior Double Room Swim Up

The comfortable Superior Double Rooms Swim Up (SWD/YU2) are located in the "Sensus" hotel section and are equipped with a double bed, 43" Smart satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge (filled with a bottle of water on arrival), coffee and tea making facilities, Nespresso coffee machine with 2 capsules refilled daily, bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and a furnished balcony with direct access to the Sensus swimming pool. The swim-up pool is not supervised. We kindly request careful behavior and particular attention when using this area.

Modern hotel room with wood paneling, desk, mirror, and view of bed and window
Balcony with table, two chairs, and drink overlooking water and modern buildings.
Modern bathroom setup with black basin and adjacent bedroom
Rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and pools overlooking city and sea
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, wall TV, and stylish wooden interior.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, wooden furniture, and bathroom with round mirrors.
Modern lounge chairs and seating areas on the beach with sea view under a clear blue sky.

Superior Double Room Roof Garden

The comfortable Superior Double Rooms Roof Garden (CRD) are located in the "Sensus" hotel section and are equipped with a double bed, 43" Smart satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge (filled with a bottle of water on arrival), coffee and tea making facilities, Nespresso coffee machine with 2 capsules refilled daily, bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and a furnished balcony with pool view. Exclusive access to the roof garden, equipped with whirlpools and sun loungers, with exclusive use of your own whirlpool. The whirlpools are arranged side-by-side.

Maisonette

The comfortable Maisonette rooms (M2) are located in the "Sensus" hotel section and are equipped with a double bed, 43" Smart satellite TV, telephone, free high-speed Wi-Fi, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm), mini-fridge (filled with a bottle of water on arrival), coffee and tea making facilities, Nespresso coffee machine with 2 capsules refilled daily, and a visually separated sleeping area with a single bed, 43" Smart satellite TV and individually adjustable air conditioning (cold/warm) on the upper level, bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, and a furnished balcony with a view of the Sensus pool.

Modern bedroom with wooden sliding door and indirect lighting above the bed.

Meals

Half Board

Rich breakfast and dinner buffet. Theme nights are held regularly for dinner. Drinks with dinner are not included. Smart casual attire is requested for dinner.

Modern hotel restaurant with large windows, wooden counter, and elegantly set tables.

All Inclusive

Buffet with sweet and savory dishes in a modern, bright hotel restaurant.

All Inclusive

Breakfast (7:30 AM - 10:30 AM), lunch (12:45 PM - 2:30 PM) and dinner (6:30 PM - 9:30 PM) buffet style in the main restaurant. Cretan specialties and live cooking are available for breakfast and dinner. Option for breakfast (Mon-Wed-Fri) or dinner in the à la carte restaurant (once a week included, reservation required). Snacks are available from 11 AM to 5 PM, coffee/tea, pastries and ice cream are included at the pool bar. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages such as soft drinks, water, juices, draught beer, wine (white, red, rosé), raki, ouzo, brandy, gin, vodka, rum, tequila, and some cocktails are included from 10 AM to 11 PM at the pool/snackbar.

Sports included

Fitness room "Warm-up Box", open daily from 7 AM to 9 PM, with a treadmill, cross trainer, exercise bike, and some weights, as well as an outdoor calisthenics area and yoga area. Daily workout programs with a trainer, yoga, table tennis, darts, and water aerobics.
Covered seating area with metal frames in front of a modern hotel building.
Three scenes: women doing aerial yoga, couple exercising outdoors, woman meditating on yoga mat.
Open wooden gazebo with curtains and ceiling lights on a terrace.
Modern gym with dumbbells, treadmills, and strength equipment in a hotel.

Sports for a fee

Billiards and water sports on the beach by local providers.

Children's program

A playground with climbing structures and wooden logs on green grass next to a hotel building.
Colorful playground for children with slide, swings, and playhouse under sunshades.
2 children's pools and 2 playgrounds (ages 4-8 & 6-12). Babysitting service on request (for a fee). Baby cots and high chairs available free of charge on request.

Wellness

Spa area with heated indoor pool (April-October; subject to change) and sauna, as well as various treatments such as facial and body massages, facial and body beauty treatments, peelings, wraps, manicures, and pedicures (spa services for a fee).
Person lying face down receiving a back massage on a dark blue towel.
A calm massage room with stylish wooden furniture and a neatly prepared massage table.
A calm spa room with massage table, towels, and shelves holding plants and candles.
Modern indoor pool with lounge seating and ambient lighting.

Entertainment

Varied evening entertainment such as Cretan dances, karaoke, or live music several times a week.

Hotel Service

Ironing and laundry service for a fee. *** High-speed internet access is included throughout the complex and in the rooms. Hotel app available (iOS & Android). *** Daily room cleaning. Towel change 3 times a week and bed linen change twice a week.

Credit Card

The hotel accepts Visa, MasterCard, Amex, and Diners Club.

Hotel features

  • Family Friendly
  • Fitness
  • Indoor Pool
  • Hotel Safe
  • Internet
  • Children's Pool
  • Children's Playground
  • Air Conditioning
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Wi-Fi
  • Spa
  • Extended Hygiene Concept
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This hotel has the following certification:
  • Travelife

Hotelhinweis

*** Check-in: from 3 PM on the day of arrival. Check-out: until 11 AM on the day of departure. *** Parking spaces are available at the hotel, subject to availability. *** Dogs up to 5 kg on request! *** Barrier-free rooms are available on request.

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact: Aelius Hotel & Spa ex Lavris Phone: 0030 2897041101 Fax: 0030 2897041174 Email: reservations@lavrishotels.com In the catalog "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2026 on page 131.

Note on climate resilience fee

For stays from 01.01.2018, the Greek government is levying a climate resilience fee, payable by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and, from 01.01.2025, will be tiered from 0.50 Euro to 15 Euro per day per room. For stays in high season 01.04.-31.10. National category 1-2 stars 2 Euro National category 3 stars 5 Euro National category 4 stars 10 Euro National category 5 stars 15 Euro For stays in low season 01.11.-31.03. National category 1-2 stars 0.50 Euro National category 3 stars 1.50 Euro National category 4 stars 3 Euro National category 5 stars 4 Euro

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 24.04.2026 16:37