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Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Gouves

Amirandes A Grecotel Resort to live *****
Tour operator category

HER547
Schwarzes, rechteckiges Labyrinth mit einer Palme oben rechts, darunter der Text 'AMIRANDES'.
Unser Label "Reisen mit Zukunft" kennzeichnet Hotels, welche sich nach GSTC-Standard für eine nachhaltige Zukunft engagieren.
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Highlights

  • 5-star resort located directly on the golden sandy beach of Gouves.
  • Culinary variety with a buffet restaurant and 5 à-la-carte restaurants.
  • Numerous accommodations with a private pool or direct garden access.
  • Extensive sports facilities including fitness room, Pilates, and beach volleyball.
  • Certified with the 'Reisen mit Zukunft' label according to GSTC standards.

Location

The high-quality hotel is located directly in a prime position right on the golden sandy beach of Gouves. The resort town of Analipsi is approx. 3 km away. Restaurants and shopping opportunities are located in the vicinity. Heraklion airport can be reached in approx. 18 km. The nearest bus stop is approx. 800 m away.
Green lawn with palm trees in front of blue sea and clear sky.
View of a large beach resort with pools and mountain landscape in the background at dusk.
Caesar Bay Resort with three palm trees by the sea, pier, and seating area in a sunny coastal setting.
Beach with rows of umbrellas, sand, palm trees, and clear water.
Aerial view of sandy beach with white umbrellas, adjacent pools, and clear water.
Beach with sand, calm sea, and umbrellas under a blue sky.
Green lawn with wooden loungers and thatched umbrellas by calm sea under clear blue sky.
Beach with palm trees, lounge chairs, and umbrellas under a clear sky.
Hotel resort with pools, beach, and sun loungers along the coast.
Modern hotel with illuminated buildings by water and beach loungers at night.

Facilities

Outdoor hotel area with red chairs and tables during sunset.
Bright dining room with large windows, modern decor, and a set table in a hotel.
Modern building with large windows reflecting in water during sunset.
Hotel with rows of doors each leading to a private pool with sun umbrellas and palm trees.
The luxurious 5-star hotel complex, consisting of a main building, several annexes, villas, and bungalow buildings, features 212 accommodations and a reception area with a 24-hour front desk. Wi-Fi is included throughout the property. The buffet restaurant, as well as the other 5 themed restaurants, offer a wide selection of fresh, high-quality dishes (for a fee). Guests can also find a large selection of premium drinks and snacks at the 2 bars (each for a fee). The outdoor area features a saltwater swimming pool with a large sun terrace. Towels, sunbeds, and sunshades are available at the pool and beach and are included.

Accommodation

Double Room Superior

The elegant guest rooms are located in the Candia or Lagoon wing and feature a bathroom with separate shower cubicle and bathtub, hairdryer, magnifying mirror, bathrobes, slippers, luxury toiletries, full-length mirror, individually adjustable air conditioning/heating, electronic safe, LCD flat-screen TV, espresso machine (2 capsules per person/day included), minibar with international brand drinks (available on request for a fee), welcome greeting in the room, fresh fruit and still mineral water upon arrival, guest relations and "Privilege Club" service, and a balcony (DSU). Optionally bookable with sea view for an additional charge (DMU). Also bookable for single occupancy (DSE, on request).

Modern hotel room with sea view, white furniture, and large windows.
Front view of a white hotel bed with an ocean view through a window.
Bright hotel room with double bed, seating area, and view of pool and garden.
Hotel garden with lounge chairs, umbrellas, palm trees, and three narrow pools beside a modern building.
Modern hotel garden with pool, stone terrace, and seating area by large windows.

Double Room Superior private pool & garden

These elegant rooms have the same facilities as the Double Room Superior and additionally feature a furnished terrace as well as a private garden and private pool (2QP).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased potential danger for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for bookings of these room types for children.

Luxury Room

The luxurious guest rooms are slightly more spacious, feature the same facilities as the Double Room Superior, and additionally include a seating area with a cozy sofa, king-size bed, and garden view (LL2). Optionally bookable for an additional charge with direct sea view (2LV), partial side sea view, or partial view of the lagoon (2L4/DIM).

Bright hotel room with large bed, white linens, wooden furniture, and a wall mirror.
Bright hotel room with large bed, white pillows, and bedside table with glasses.
Bright hotel room with white bedding, bedside lamps, and access to a balcony with sea view.
Bright hotel room with white bed, blue sofa, wooden table, and wall decoration

Family Room Superior

Feature the same facilities as the Double Room Superior, plus a separate living/sleeping room with a sliding door, a flat-screen satellite TV, and a balcony or terrace with garden view (F2Y). Optionally bookable for an additional charge with a side sea view (GFO).

Swim up Family Suites garden

The high-quality suites feature the same facilities as the Family Room Superior, plus a bathroom with bathtub, separate shower cubicle and double vanity, a furnished terrace with dining area, direct access to a private outdoor pool with garden, and are located on the ground floor of the Candia wing (2QG).
The swim-up pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased potential danger for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for bookings of these room types for children.

Brightly furnished hotel room overlooking terrace, pool, and garden with palm trees.
Bright hotel room with cozy sofa, small table, and view of pool and garden.
Pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by stone wall and green hedge.
Modern hotel room with double bed, white armchairs, wood paneling, and decorative vase.
Bright hotel room with two single beds, nightstand, and large window overlooking greenery.
Modern pool with seating area overlooking the sea and beach umbrellas.
Modern electric kettle with black handle and open cabinet in hotel room.

Suite 2 bedrooms private pool & gym

These magnificent suites are ideal for families with children and athletic parents looking for maximum privacy. They consist of a bedroom with a raised king-size bed and a stylish living area. A wooden wall behind the bed connects the master bedroom with the luxurious bathroom. The bathroom is equipped with a bathtub, washbasin, toilet, shower cubicle, and a fitness area with training equipment. The second bedroom is accessible from the entrance area. The large terrace offers direct access to a private, temperature-controlled outdoor pool with a counter-current system (pool heating up to 25 degrees possible, for a fee). Further amenities include a hairdryer, magnifying mirror, bathrobes, slippers, beach towels, luxury bath products, full-length mirror, individually adjustable air conditioning/heating, electronic safe, flat-screen LCD TV, minibar with international brand drinks (on request for a fee), and a selection of luxury care products (22Q).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased potential danger for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for bookings of these room types for children.

Family Suite sea view

The elegant accommodations consist of a bedroom with a king-size bed, a separate living/sleeping room separated by a sliding door with 2 sofa beds, and feature a bathroom with a separate shower cubicle and bathtub, hairdryer, magnifying mirror, bathrobes (on request), slippers, luxury toiletries, full-length mirror, individually adjustable air conditioning/heating, electronic safe, 50" LCD flat-screen TV, minibar with international brand drinks (on request for a fee), welcome greeting in the room, fresh fruit and still mineral water upon arrival, and a balcony (2FM).
Optionally bookable on request as a family suite with garden view instead of sea view (FSG).

Bright hotel room area with sofa, orchid, and bed separated by sliding doors.
An elegant buffet with glasses and food on a wooden sideboard in warm light.
Modern hotel room with large bed, TV, wooden furniture, and garden view through large windows.
Bright hotel room with bed, sofa, and view of terrace with green lawn.
Bright hotel room with large bed, terrace access, and modern furniture.

Premium Bungalow

The Premium Bungalows have garden views and, with the same amenities as the Double Room Superior, are slightly more spacious with a dressing area and additionally feature a garden area. The spacious bathroom is equipped with two sinks, a shower cubicle, and a bathtub (12G).

Dream Villa private pool sea view

The 2-story Dream Villa has the same facilities as the Double Room Superior and consists of a bedroom on the ground floor, a living/sleeping room, and a bathroom with shower/WC. On the upper floor, there is another bedroom, a bathroom with bathtub, shower/WC, and a small balcony. Outside, there is a furnished terrace and a private infinity pool with views of the sea (DVP). Optionally also bookable with two bedrooms (DVQ).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased potential danger for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for bookings of these room types for children.

Bright hotel room with large bed and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern outdoor pool with lounge area, palm trees, and ocean view under clear sky.
Bright hotel room with modern round wall decor, comfortable seating, and antique lamp pair.
Modern white hotel villas with private pools in front of mountainous landscape under clear sky.
Modern pool area with white lounge furniture overlooking the sandy beach and sea.
Bright hotel room with bed, seating area, TV, and balcony overlooking the pool.
Bright bathroom with two round sinks, large window, and sea view.

Creta Beachvilla private pool

The Creta Beachvilla has the same amenities as the Double Room Superior and consists of two bedrooms, an open bathtub with a view over the pool and the sea, a separate bathroom with shower/WC, and an additional bathroom with shower/WC. Outside, there is a furnished terrace and a private infinity pool with a view of the sea. The Beachvilla is located in the first beach row and has direct access to the beach (CVV).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased potential danger for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for bookings of these room types for children.

Duplex Suite 2 bedrooms

The Duplex Suite is equipped like the Double Room Superior with garden view. The layout follows a maisonette living style with 2 master bedrooms, a separate living area, and 2 bathrooms (DL2).

Bright hotel room with large bed, white linens, wooden furniture, and a wall mirror.
Bright hotel room with large bed, white pillows, and bedside table with glasses.

Meals

Half Board

American breakfast buffet (7:30 AM–10:30 AM) as well as a selection of balanced, healthy products.
Additionally, either lunch or dinner is offered in buffet form in the main restaurant.
Alternatively, instead of the buffet, lunch or dinner can be enjoyed in one of the hotel's à-la-carte restaurants (reservation required, surcharge; voucher worth €20 per adult and €10 per child).
Drinks during lunch or dinner are subject to a charge.
Children (up to 12 years old) receive additional free All-Inclusive meals within the scope of this board type (in the buffet restaurant and at "Grecoland"). In the à-la-carte restaurants, children can choose from the children's menu.
Vegan and organic wines are available in all restaurants.

All Inclusive

Comfort All-In Package

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are offered in the Amirandes Restaurant in buffet form.
Optionally, per 7 nights, four à-la-carte dinners can be enjoyed for free in the resort's participating restaurants, including a Dine Out experience in a selected local restaurant (reservation required; transfers not included).
An unlimited selection of international brand wines, drinks, and cocktails is available in all bars and restaurants.
At the beach and pool, refreshments, light snacks, drinks, and signature cocktails are offered throughout the day.
The minibar in the room is restocked daily with soft drinks, wine, and beer.
Vegan and organic wines are available in all restaurants.

Sports included

Fitness room, yoga, water gymnastics, mini-football, beach volleyball, Pilates, table tennis, and bocce.

Sports for a fee

2 tennis courts with floodlights, padel and padel lessons, as well as water sports at the beach (windsurfing, jet skiing, diving, and fishing trips, each through local providers), mountain bike and e-bike rental.

Children's program

Swimming pool with lounge chairs and shade sail, with sheep sculptures on the lawn.
Modern building entrance with visible 'Greenland' sign and pink chairs.
White wall with GRECOLAND sign and view of a garden with pink rabbit and fence.
For children and teenagers, there is a mini club (4–12 years, 10 AM–6 PM, daily except Sundays) and a teenager club (13–17 years). A children's disco is also offered.

Wellness

Spa center with indoor pool (heated in October and April, included). Sauna, massages, aromatherapy, manicures, pedicures, and facial treatments are offered for a fee.
Man in yellow swim trunks stands by the edge of an indoor pool in a modern hotel.
Woman receiving a massage on the beach with calm blue sea in the background.
A woman stands at the edge of a reflective pool in front of a modern hotel with stone facade.

Entertainment

Daily and evening entertainment shows, dancing, open-air cinema, and pool parties.

Hotel service

Free private parking and valet service.
Beach towels are available for free.
Room service 24 hours a day (for a fee).
Cots (on request, included).
Babysitter service, high chairs, bottle warmers, and baby monitors (on request and for a fee).

Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, Amex, and Diners Club.

Sustainability

"Travel with a Future" provides guidance to help you make conscious decisions. Our label marks hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operational practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, 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:
  • Travelife

Hotelhinweis

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The hotel is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
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Dogs up to 8 kg are allowed in some rooms on request for a fee.
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Check-in: 2 PM
Check-out: 12 PM

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact:
Grecotel Amirandes Boutique Resort
Gouves
Heraklion/Crete/Greece
Tel. 0030 28970 41103
Fax. 0030 28970 41113
Email: reservations.am@grecotel.com
www.amirandes.com

Climate resilience levy note

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government charges a climate resilience levy, which is to be paid by the guest on site, comparable to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of the accommodation and is tiered from €0.50 to €15 per day and room starting January 1, 2025.
For stays in the high season April 1 – October 31:
Land category 1–2 stars: €2
Land category 3 stars: €5
Land category 4 stars: €10
Land category 5 stars: €15
For stays in the low season November 1 – March 31:
Land category 1–2 stars: €0.50
Land category 3 stars: €1.50
Land category 4 stars: €3
Land category 5 stars: €4

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 23.07.2026 00:20