Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Gouves

Magda ****

HER395
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Location

The hotel is quietly located, approx. 200 m from the center of Gouves. The public sandy beach is approx. 100 m away and separated only by a small coastal road. Shops and entertainment facilities are nearby. A bus stop is approx. 300 m from the hotel. Heraklion Airport is approx. 14 km away.

Facilities

This beautiful, family-run hotel was renovated in 2023/2024 and has 173 rooms spread across 9 buildings, each with 1 or 2 floors. It offers a reception (24h) with a lobby, a restaurant, a snack bar, "Mama Magda" (pizza, waffles, sandwiches, and more), an internet corner, Wi-Fi (included in rooms and public areas), a children's playground, and a children's clubhouse (with animation). The outdoor area features 4 outdoor pools (2 on the ground floor, 1 on the ground floor with a whirlpool, and 1 on the roof), a children's pool, an indoor pool (April, May, and October, heated on cool days), a garden, sun terrace, and sunbathing lawns. Sun loungers and sunshades are included by the pool. Other facilities include an amphitheater with a bar (open during some evening shows) and an Athletic Center of 4000 m² running track.
Bright hotel lobby with seating areas, modern ceiling lights, and reception desk.
Modern, minimalist hotel kitchen with white surfaces and integrated lighting.
Modern pool with clear water surface and lounge chairs under a clear sky.
Two rows of loungers with cushions on green grass between modern white buildings under clear sky.

Accommodation

Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, TV, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Simple hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, and desk in neutral tones.
Modern bright hotel bathroom mirror with rectangular sink and white towels.

Double room

All rooms are comfortably furnished and feature a bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, HD satellite TV, Wi-Fi (included), telephone, air conditioning, minibar (included), safety deposit box (for rent), coffee/tea making facilities (refilled daily and included), and a balcony or terrace (D). Complimentary bottle of water upon arrival.

Single room

With the same amenities as the double rooms, these rooms are smaller and have a single bed (DE).

Bright hotel room with single bed, desk, chair, and TV on cabinet.
Compact bathroom with bathtub, sink, and large mirror in neutral tones.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, desk, and balcony overlooking outside.
Modern bathroom with round sink, large mirrored wall, and walk-in shower.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, curtains, and balcony or terrace access.

Double room Superior

With the same amenities as the double rooms, these rooms feature a shower/WC and were renovated in 2024 (DSU).

Double room Deluxe

The Deluxe rooms have the same amenities and size as the double rooms but are more modern. They feature a bathroom with a walk-in rain shower, a full-length mirror, a 49” HD Smart TV, and a larger terrace/balcony (DD2).

Modern hotel room with gray sofa, wall-mounted TV, and open wooden wardrobe
Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, and minimalist design in neutral tones.
Modern balcony with cozy seating and view of tropical plants and buildings.

Double room Premium outdoor whirlpool

The Premium rooms, newly built for Summer 2024, are located on the first floor and, with the same amenities as the Deluxe double rooms, offer a separate WC and a spacious balcony with a whirlpool (G2J).
“The Premium double rooms with outdoor whirlpool are not supervised by a lifeguard. Please therefore pay special attention to your children when using this area and behave cautiously.”

Double room Premium Swim Up

Also newly built for Summer 2024, these rooms are located on the ground floor and, with the same amenities as the Deluxe double rooms, offer a separate WC and a spacious terrace with direct access to the sharing pool (SWD).
“The Premium double rooms Swim Up are not supervised by a lifeguard. Please therefore pay special attention to your children when using this area and behave cautiously.”

Modern hotel pool area with loungers, tables, and palm trees under a clear sky.
Modern outdoor area with pool, palm trees, and cozy lounge under umbrellas.

Double room Premium private Pool

Also newly built for Summer 2024, these rooms are located on the ground floor and, with the same amenities as the Deluxe double rooms, offer a separate WC and a spacious terrace with a private pool (U2P).
“The Premium double rooms with private pool are not supervised by a lifeguard. Please therefore pay special attention to your children when using this area and behave cautiously.”

Family room

With the same amenities as the double rooms, these are more spacious (open plan, DF2).

Hotel room with bed, sofa, desk, and dresser in neutral tones.
Modern bathroom with bathtub, large mirror, and sink in neutral tones.
Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, desk, wall TV, and open wardrobe.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirror, and walk-in shower with glass wall.
Balcony with three chairs and table, view into a hotel room with bed and plant.
Modern hotel room with two beds, balcony, and palm tree view.

Family room Deluxe

With the same amenities as the Deluxe double rooms, these are more spacious (open plan, ADF/F2U).

Family room Superior

With the same amenities as the Superior double rooms, these are more spacious (open plan, F2U).

Modern hotel room with two single beds, gray curtains, and a view through the window.
Modern hotel room with two beds, armchairs, and a balcony overlooking greenery.

Board

All Inclusive

All meals served buffet-style.

Bright spacious restaurant with white chairs, tables, and chandelier on the ceiling.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Continental breakfast 6:30 AM - 7 AM, breakfast 7 AM - 9:45 AM, lunch 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM, and dinner 7 PM - 9:30 PM. Rich local and international buffet with live cooking and themed evenings 3 times a week.
Ice cream 10 AM - 10 PM. Snacks from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Cake and pastries 4 PM - 5 PM.
"Mama Magda" snack/pizzeria with pizza, waffles, sandwiches (open 6 days a week from 3 PM - 6:30 PM). Aperitif snacks 6:45 PM - 8 PM, peanuts or popcorn or chips 10 AM - 11 PM.
Local and international drinks are included at the main bar between 10 AM and 11 PM (soft drinks, sparkling water, juices, filter coffee, cappuccino, espresso, hot chocolate, tea, beer, white, rosé, and red wine, whisky, vodka, gin, rum, tequila, raki, ouzo, brandy, fruit liqueurs, and various cocktails).
For breakfast: water, filter coffee, cappuccino, espresso, hot chocolate, tea, juices, and fresh fruit juices.
For lunch and dinner: sparkling water, soft drinks, juices, draft beer, and wine.
All alcoholic beverages mentioned above may be locally produced and also served as long drinks.

Not included in All Inclusive

Premium brand drinks, Black Labels, and champagne.

Sports included

Athletic Center 4000 m², tennis, basketball, volleyball, bocce, mini-golf, mini-football, badminton, table tennis, and a fully equipped fitness room.
Archery and darts are offered by the animation team.

Sports for a fee

Billiards and various water sports on the beach such as water skiing and pedal boats (each from local providers).

Children's Program

Children's playground with colorful playhouse and slide in the outdoor area of a hotel.
Miniclub for children (4-12 years, during school holidays 6 times a week from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM), Teenagers Club (13-17 years, July and August, 6 times a week from 10 AM to 1 PM and 3 PM to 6 PM), children's pool, a children's clubhouse (with animation only), and a children's playground, baby cot (on request and included).

Wellness

Wellness area with various treatments & massages outdoors, sauna and jacuzzi indoors (each for a fee). Jacuzzi in the outdoor pool (included).
Modern whirlpool with waterfalls and large windows in a bright room.
Modern hotel room with large window overlooking indoor pool, warmly lit and stylishly furnished.
Bright wellness room with massage table, wooden paneling, and white curtain.

Hotel Services

Laundry service, doctor and room service are available on request (for a fee), free parking, beach towels (for a deposit and fee), luggage storage.

Hotel features

  • Near the beach
  • Children's pool
  • Volleyball/Beach volleyball
  • Family-friendly
  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Animation
  • Enhanced hygiene concept

Note

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Magda Hotel:
Tel:+30-28970-42307 or -42308
Fax:+30-28970-42294
info@magdahotel.gr
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Note on Climate Resilience Levy

For stays from 01.01.2018, the Greek government has introduced a climate resilience levy, which must 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 to €15 per day per room starting from 01.01.2025.
For stays in high season 01.04.-31.10.
National category 1-2 stars €2
National category 3 stars €5
National category 4 stars €10
National category 5 stars €15
For stays in low season 01.11.-31.03.
National category 1-2 stars €0.50
National category 3 stars €1.50
National category 4 stars €3
National category 5 stars €4

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