This charming resort is situated on the North coast and provides an excellent base to explore the island. There are plenty of shops, bars, tavernas and clubs available in the resort but nightlife is rather quiet. If you are looking for somewhere a bit busier at night, there are plenty of resorts close at hand.
Gouves
Gouves is a well developed resort which offers long sandy beaches, historical sites and great choice of shops and restaurants. Gouves covers several smaller villages including the village of Kato Gouves and Pano Gouves. Most of the activity centres around Kato Gouves where there are tavernas, restaurants, bars and hotels.
The Astir Beach offers a good range of amenities on-site, coupled with comfortable accommodation and a great beachfront location provide all the ingredients for a relaxing holiday for all ages....
The Kleanthi Studios are situated on the outskirts of Gouves in a quiet location, offering simply furnished self catering accommodation with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere....
An ideal choice for those looking for the flexibility of self catering with the amenities of a hotel, situated close to the beach and resort centre, the Klio Apartments provides a great base for a rel...
The Gouves Sea and Mare will appeal to those looking for a quiet base to relax in the sun by the pool or the nearby beach and still be within walking distance of the resort centre....
A comfortable apartment complex which provides a range of facilities combined with a location close to a sandy beach and a selection of bars and restaurants....
Small and peaceful apartment complex offering friendly hospitality and a relaxing atmosphere; ideal for combining relaxation with exploring the nearby beach and town....
A basic family run apartment complex offering clean and comfortable accommodation providing the perfect destination for a self catering family holiday....
Friendly and welcoming complex combining comfortable accommodation with a good range of onsite facilities for the whole family. Ideal for those who just wish to relax or those who like to be more act...
With its fantastic beach location, this hotel would suit those looking to relax around the pool or make the most of the beach and the nearby amenities....
Overlooking the beach, the Aphrodite Beach Club Hotel is a spacious complex offering plenty of facilities and the ideal atmosphere for a family holiday in Gouves....
Located just on the outskirts of the resort but still within easy reach of local amenities. Ideal for those looking for a relaxing holiday in the sun....
Despina Apartments is family run and offers its guests a relaxed atmosphere coupled with a friendly and personal service, making a great base for an enjoyable holiday in the sun....
The Diogenis Blue Palace Hotel has a great location on the Gouves beach road, just steps from two sandy beaches. Rooms are simply furnished though offer the flexibility for larger or extended families...
The Sweet Memory Apartments II has a quiet location around 10-minutes walk from the beach. The complex offers simply furnished self-catering accommodation with a welcoming atmosphere....
Small and friendly apartment complex offering comfortable accommodation within a short walk from the nearest beach. Ideal for those who like a traditional feel and simple facilities....
Kato Gouves offers a wide stretch of sand which shelves gently into the sea and offers some good swimming. Watersports are also available for those who want to get out on the sea and the beach is fringed with tavernas and bars.
Nearby Attractions
A drive to the top of Mount Ederi should be on the list of things to do and a wander around the old village of Pano Gouves is also a great way to spend the afternoon. For those seeking historical sites there are many churches to see including Agios Georgios (Saint George), Agios Ioannis (St. John) and Panayia (dedicated to the birth of Our Lady). Visitors should also take a trip to the island's capital of Heraklion is only a 30 minute drive away where there is a Venetian port and old walled city.
Quick Facts
Heraklion Airport is approximately 20 km away - transfer time approx. 25 minutes.