Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Gouves

Astir Beach ****

HER206
WLAN
Beach
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

The friendly Astir Beach hotel is located directly on a narrow sandy beach in Gouves, separated only by a small promenade with light traffic. Heraklion Airport is approximately 15 km away. In the immediate vicinity of the hotel, you will find several tavernas, bars, and cafes. The center of the lively resort town is about 800 m away.
Empty sun loungers and umbrellas on sandy beach with sea view under clear sky.
View of a hotel pool area with pool, sun loungers, and beach in the background.

Facilities

Bright, modern hotel bar area with wooden stools and indirect lighting.
Bright hotel lobby with reception, modern carpet pattern, and circular ceiling lighting.
Modern hotel buffet with hot and cold dishes in a bright, spacious area.
The family-friendly Astir Beach hotel with its 180 rooms features a main building with a cozy reception area offering a 24-hour reception, lobby, TV corner, Wi-Fi in public areas (included), a mini-market (10 am - 9 pm), restaurant, and a pool/snack bar (for a fee). In the garden area, there are two freshwater swimming pools, one of which includes an integrated children's pool. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included on the sun terrace with an outdoor shower; they are available at the beach for a fee. Beach towels are available for a deposit. Free parking is available directly in front of the hotel.

Accommodation

Double Room

The comfortable rooms are equipped with twin beds and a single bed, a bathroom or shower/WC, hairdryer, individually controlled air conditioning (included), Wi-Fi (included), telephone, a safe (rental), satellite TV with music channels, a small refrigerator, coffee/tea station, and a balcony or terrace (D).
Optionally, rooms with a side sea view (DMS) can be booked at an additional charge.
(Additionally available under HERA95 with garden view (2GD/1GD).)

Hotel room with two single beds, sea view from balcony, and bright, neutral colors.
Bright hotel room with two single beds, cozy seating area, and balcony view of the garden.

Single Room

These rooms are somewhat smaller (approx. 20 sqm) than the double rooms and feature a single bed (E).

Meals

Half Board/All Inclusive

All meals are served buffet-style.
Continental early bird breakfast (5:00-7:15 am, upon request), extended breakfast buffet (7:15-9:30 am) in the main restaurant, and late continental breakfast (9:30-10:00 am).
Dinner (7:00-9:30 pm) is served in the main restaurant.
Appropriate attire is requested in the main restaurant.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served buffet-style.
Continental early bird breakfast (5:00-7:15 am, upon request), extended breakfast buffet (7:15-9:30 am) in the main restaurant, and late continental breakfast (9:30-10:00 am).
In addition, morning snacks (11:00 am - 12:30 pm), a selection of sandwiches, salads, and ice cream (11:00 am - 6:00 pm), and afternoon snacks (3:00 pm - 6:00 pm) are included. Coffee and tea, cakes, and pastries are also available at the lobby bar (2:00 pm - 6:00 pm).
Water, local soft drinks, house wine, and local draft beer are included with lunch (12:30 pm - 2:00 pm) and dinner (7:00 pm - 9:30 pm).
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, coffee, and tea are available from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm at the lobby bar.
Appropriate attire is requested in the main restaurant.

Sports included

Mini-golf, darts, and table tennis.

Sports for a fee

Fitness room, billiards. Water sports on the beach offered by third-party providers (for a fee).

Children's program

Covered playground with colorful climbing frame and slides in a hotel garden.
Colorful covered terrace with table, bench, slide, and two round windows.
Playground and a children's pool integrated into the main swimming pool.
Multilingual kids' club (ages 4-12) 6 times a week.
Baby cots and high chairs (free of charge, upon request), babysitting service (for a fee, upon request).

Wellness

One 15-minute massage per stay included.
Spa center with sauna, hammam, and whirlpool (each for a fee). Massages and various treatments available for a fee.
Treatment room in a spa with pedicure and manicure tables, blue lighting, and modern decor.
Blue mosaic spa room with water basin, benches, and dimmable lighting.
Relaxation room with massage table, blue lighting, and towels in a spa.
Cozy spa room with two massage tables, soft lighting, and candles.
Modern spa room with two massage tables and relaxing blue-green lighting.
Woman relaxing in a wooden sauna with light wood interior.

Entertainment

Show evenings 6 times a week and occasional entertainment with shows and games (mid-May to end of September).

Hotel service

Daily room cleaning, towel change 3 times a week, linen change twice a week.
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Free parking available at the hotel.

Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, and Amex.

Hotel features

  • Near the beach
  • Directly on the beach
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kids' club/Mini-club
  • Children's playground
  • Family-friendly

Note

Rooms accessible for people with disabilities available upon request.
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Pets are not allowed.
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Destination information

For stays from January 1, 2018, onwards, the Greek government levies a climate resilience fee, 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, from January 1, 2025, ranges from €0.50 to €15 per day per room.
For stays in high season April 1 - October 31
Category 1-2 Stars €2
Category 3 Stars €5
Category 4 Stars €10
Category 5 Stars €15
For stays in low season November 1 - March 31
Category 1-2 Stars €0.50
Category 3 Stars €1.50
Category 4 Stars €3
Category 5 Stars €4

Seasonal information

also bookable under HERA95

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 09.03.2026 12:34