Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Gouves

Kalia Beach ***+
Tour operator category

HER153
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Location

The complex, which consists of several buildings, is surrounded by a well-kept garden and is located approximately 100 m from the sandy/pebbly beach, separated only by a narrow road. It is about 4 km to the old village of Gouves with its rustic taverns and kafenions. Heraklion Airport is approximately 20 km away.

Facilities

The family-friendly complex consists of a main building and six annexes with a total of 118 rooms and features a reception (24h), lobby, Wi-Fi (included), satellite TV corner, internet corner (for a fee), bar, cafeteria, restaurant, à-la-carte restaurant, and a mini-market. In the outdoor area, there is a freshwater swimming pool with a separate children's pool, sun terrace, and a pool/snack bar. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included at the pool; they are available at the beach for a fee. Parking spaces at the hotel are free of charge.

Accommodation

Superior Double Room

Features a bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone, Wi-Fi (included), rental safe, mini-fridge, individually adjustable air conditioning/heating (included), as well as a balcony or terrace (DSU/DSB). Also available as Superior Double Room Economy (DSA, bookable until 2026, located in the semi-basement), for single use (DE/DSE), or with sea view (DMU).
(Additionally bookable under HERA89 as 2US/DSV/ESU). From 2027, the rooms are bookable as Super Saver rooms in the semi-basement (SSZ).

Bright double room with two beds, blue curtains, and balcony with sea view.
Modern hotel bathroom with shower, toilet, and window, designed in neutral tones.
Bright hotel room with double bed, window, wooden accents, and minimalist décor.
Modern hotel room with double bed, bedside tables, and desk in neutral tones.
Modern hotel room with two single beds, gray bedding, and minimalist decor.

Deluxe Double Room

These rooms are slightly more spacious than the Superior Double Rooms. They feature different decor, a shower/WC, and a balcony. The safe is included (DD2).

Superior Family Room (HERA89)

With otherwise similar facilities, these feature two separate sleeping areas (F2U).

Meals

All Inclusive

All meals in buffet form.
Vegetarian dishes and meals for special dietary requirements available upon request. Please contact the reception for this.
For dinner, we kindly ask for appropriate attire (long trousers, closed shoes).

Half Board (HERA89)

Breakfast and dinner in buffet form.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast 8-10 am, lunch 1-2:30 pm, and dinner 7-9 pm. Snacks are available from 3-6 pm; ice cream is offered from 3:30-5:30 pm.
Soft drinks, local wine, and local beer are included with lunch and dinner.
Various spirits, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as filter coffee and tea, are included from 11 am to 10:30 pm.

Buffet area with fresh food and juice in a modern hotel restaurant with sea view.

Sports included

Table tennis.

Sports for a fee

Billiards and various water sports at the nearby sandy beaches (via local providers).

Children's program

Playground with slide, playhouse, and swing on green artificial grass next to a hotel building.
Separate children's pool, children's playground. Baby cots and high chairs upon request. Babysitting (upon request, for a fee).

Wellness

Hairdresser, massages, manicure/pedicure, as well as various beauty treatments (each upon request and for a fee).

Entertainment

Occasionally, evenings with Greek music are organized.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is included in the public areas.
Room cleaning 6x per week, change of towels 3x and change of bed linen 2x per week.

Credit card

Visa and MasterCard are accepted.

Important information

The hotel is not wheelchair accessible.
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Pets are not allowed.
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Please note that a stop directly in front of the hotel is not always possible due to the location of some hotels (e.g., in pedestrian zones or narrow alleys). In this case, drivers will stop as close to the accommodation as possible. The driver is not responsible for transporting luggage to the accommodation.

Important information

Hotel contact:
Hotel Kalia Beach
Telephone: 0030-28970-41325
Fax: 0030-28970-41068

Information on climate resilience tax

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government levies a climate resilience tax, which must be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of the accommodation and is tiered from 0.50 Euro to 15 Euros per day and room starting January 1, 2025.
For stays during the high season (April 1 - October 31):
1-2 Star category: 2 Euro
3 Star category: 5 Euro
4 Star category: 10 Euro
5 Star category: 15 Euro
For stays during the low season (November 1 - March 31):
1-2 Star category: 0.50 Euro
3 Star category: 1.50 Euro
4 Star category: 3 Euro
5 Star category: 4 Euro

Seasonal information

Additionally bookable under HERA89

Tour operator category

3,5 Suns ***+

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 22.10.2026 01:45