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About the Hotel

Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece, 70014
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Directly on the seafront
Great
8.6
6.4
/10
4.0
4.0
/5

Located within 6 km of Labyrinth Park, the delightful Diogenis Blue Palace Gouves hotel offers amenities such as a sundeck, loungers, and a play area. Featuring a lobby area and a restaurant, the 4-star hotel is about a 15-minute ride from the unique Watercity.

Location

The charming hotel offers a wonderful location 30 m from Aegean Sea. Guests can easily reach the Cretaquarium 3.4 km from the Diogenis Gouves.

The private beach is located just a 14-minute walk away.

The property is also situated a stone's throw from Taxi bus stop.

Rooms

The 43 rooms at this Gouves hotel include a balcony and a kitchenette. Some of the rooms feature bright decor furnished with a clothes rack. Air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are fitted with hairdryers and bath sheets. You can enjoy views of the pool.

Eat & Drink

Diogenis Blue Palace hotel also features a poolside bar where free wireless internet and a TV are available. Offering Mediterranean dishes, Medusa Restaurant lies 550 m from the accommodation.

Leisure & Business

Guests can swim in an outdoor swimming pool or spend time enjoying themed dinner nights, live music, and karaoke nights.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the ancient Minoan Palace of Knossos for rich history.
  • Savor fresh seafood at Taverna G Aposperida on the coast.
  • Stroll Gouves Beach for stunning sunset views and relaxation.
  • Explore the Gouves Open-Air Museum for local culture and charm.
  • Try the traditional Cretan dish, moussaka, at Restaurant Megalonissi.
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Diogenis Blue Palace offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room Sea View
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Balcony
Economy Family Room Semi basement
4 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
Family Room Open Plan Sea View
4 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Sea view
Shower
Balcony
Family Room Sea View
6 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Balcony
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Facilities

Diogenis Blue Palace offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • Free internet access
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Car hire
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • In-room safe
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Diogenis Blue Palace Location

Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece, 70014
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Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece, 70014
Nearby
Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos
1100 ft
Restaurants
Island Restaurant
300 ft
Leoforos Poseidonos
Limanaki Cafe Restaurant
100 ft
Beach Road
Sirroco Restaurant Bar
100 ft
200 meters from the Ag. Konstantinos church
George Taverna Bar
1800 ft
Vlixadas
Taverna Philipos
1100 ft
Opposite Agios Konstantinos church
Mylos
2000 ft
Marathonos/Vlyhadas
2 Friends Restaurant
1700 ft
Beach Gouves
Votsalo
1800 ft
Poseidonos Kato Gouves
Yacht
2600 ft
Seafront of Kato Gouvon
Getting around
City Centre
Gouves (Crete)32 min  ·  1.6 mi
Airports
Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)25 min  ·  10.1 mi
Sitia Public Airport (JSH)167 min  ·  69.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Diogenis Blue Palace serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Italian, Greek, Russian
Number of rooms:
43
Former name
Lyda Beach

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Diogenis Blue Palace from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 35 verified reviews
7.9/10
Very good
76%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.1/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Location
9.0/10
Staff
9.6/10
Value for money
8.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 93 reviews
8.6/10
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