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About the Hotel

Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece
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Close to the beach
Very good
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7.7
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The 4-star Astir Beach Hotel Gouves, situated 2.8 km from Gournes Beach, proudly provides guests with an archaeological museum. This contemporary-style hotel, located within 10 minutes' drive of the unique Watercity, boasts an infinity swimming pool along with a Turkish steam bath and a Jacuzzi.

Location

The hotel is nestled in an entertainment neighbourhood, in close proximity to the brew pub Meet Meat. A sprawling beach is 750 metres from the Astir Gouves.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Aegean Sea, which is about a 5-minute walk away. The Skotino Cave is also situated 2.9 km away.

For those travelling from afar, Nikos Kazantzakis airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

There are 180 rooms at the Astir, each of them has ironing equipment and an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature coffee/tea making equipment. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at the property.

Eat & Drink

Discover all the flavours of Gouves in the à la carte restaurant, where you can taste European delicacies. The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink.

Leisure & Business

Astir Beach Hotel includes a fitness room and spa therapy available for an additional charge. Guests can enjoy an own beach where a water park along with loungers and parasols are provided. If you like sports, the hotel provides a tennis court, as well as access to snow skiing, volleyball, and mini golf. A health club and a full spa will surely add to a perfect stay. The Astir also features a desk and a photocopier for those arriving on business.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the local market in Gouves on Fridays for fresh produce.
  • Sample local Raki at a traditional taverna, like Taverna Zorba.
  • Explore the ancient site of Knossos, just a short drive away.
  • Take a sunset stroll along Gouves Beach for picturesque views.
  • Discover hidden coves by renting a boat at nearby Kato Gouves.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Front Sea View
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Room Side Sea View
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
3 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Room Garden View
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
3 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Private beach
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Water sports
  • Skiing
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Mini golf
  • Aerobics

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Full body massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece
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Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece
Nearby
Museum
Folklore Museum of Gouves
3800 ft
Restaurants
Meet Meat
1100 ft
Profiti Ilia 49
Pella Taverna
1300 ft
Kato Gouves
Taverna Zorbas
1400 ft
Restaurant
DIVINA Taverna & Apartments
1400 ft
Divina
Pita Pita
3200 ft
Restaurant
Acropolis
4100 ft
Ioan Konstantinidi
The Filoxenia Taverna
3400 ft
High Street Kato Gouves
Yacht
3400 ft
Seafront of Kato Gouvon
Getting around
City Centre
Gouves (Crete)34 min  ·  1.7 mi
Airports
Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)23 min  ·  9.3 mi
Sitia Public Airport (JSH)173 min  ·  71.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:30
Check-out
from 01:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Astir Beach serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Italian
Year renovated:
2008
Number of rooms:
180
Check-in
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Check-out
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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