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4-star property · GOUVES

The Island Hotel

Vlihadas Str Gouves, GOUVES

4 star rating 4-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Gym
Restaurant
Bar
Spa treatments
About this hotel

This luxurious hotel boasts a prime location right in front of the beach and in Goúves area in Crete island, where guests can enjoy a relaxing bath at the long sandy beaches and discover some interesting archeological sites and traditional villages if they want to learn more about the ancient Greek culture. This wonderful establishment is only located 19 kilometres from the capital city of Heraklion, very near Knosso…

This luxurious hotel boasts a prime location right in front of the beach and in Goúves area in Crete island, where guests can enjoy a relaxing bath at the long sandy beaches and discover some interesting archeological sites and traditional villages if they want to learn more about the ancient Greek culture. This wonderful establishment is only located 19 kilometres from the capital city of Heraklion, very near Knossos' palace ruins, and 17 kilometres from Heraklion's international airport. Guests can very easily escape from their everyday troubles at the beautiful and airy guest rooms that await for them with plush features such as a terrace with fantastic sea views, a signature bed and silk and velvet textiles. Business travellers can make use of the well-appointed meeting facilities and everyone will enjoy the dining options available at the hotel and the gym and spectacular bathhouse.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 14:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 12:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Room service charge applies Laundry service charge applies Medical service charge applies Hot tub charge applies Sauna charge applies Steam bath charge applies Massage charge applies Spa treatments charge applies Transfer service charge applies Late Check-out charge applies Projector charge applies Spa centre charge applies Audio-visual equipment rental charge applies Turkish bath (hamam) charge applies
Amenities & services

69 facilities across 10 categories.

Facilities
27
  • Transfer service
  • Bellboy service
  • Gym
  • Sun terrace
  • Car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Laundry service
  • Room service
  • Key Collection
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Concierge
  • Medical service
  • Wi-fi
  • Luggage room
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Late Check-out
  • Clothes dryer
  • Library
  • Electric kettle
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Shop
  • Lift access
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • 24-hour reception
Meals
8
  • Buffet dinner
  • Half board without drinks
  • À la carte lunch
  • Half Board
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Early bird breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
Entertainment
7
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (3)
  • Entertainment programme for adults
  • Parasols
  • Sun loungers
  • Indoor freshwater pool (1)
  • Game room
  • TV lounge
Health
7
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam bath
  • Massage
  • Spa treatments
  • Spa centre
  • Turkish bath (hamam)
Sports
7
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Billiards
  • Fitness
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Darts
Catering
4
  • Restaurant (4)
  • Bar
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Show cooking
Business
4
  • Projector
  • Meeting room (1)
  • Conference room (1)
  • Audio-visual equipment rental
Location
3
  • Total number of rooms (298)
  • Number of floors (main building) (2)
  • Year of most recent renovation (2009)
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Green Programmes - Worldwide
1
  • Green Key (FEE)
Room types at this hotel

77 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · As Kg
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Ey
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Gv
Sleeps 1–4
Double · King
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Lv
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Pp
Sleeps 1–2
Double · Pp 1
Sleeps 1–2
Double · Pp 2
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Ro
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Standard
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Vm
Sleeps 1–4

+ 65 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel

Location

Vlihadas Str Gouves, GOUVES

Distance from key points
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • City centre
  • Golf course
  • Beach
  • Airport
  • Harbour
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 14:00
  • Check-outUntil 12:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • Visa Electrón
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Only Adults
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Minimum check-in age
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Flight information required
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered
Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Island Hotel?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at The Island Hotel?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, The Island Hotel accepts Visa Electrón, American Express, MasterCard, Visa. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does The Island Hotel offer?

Key amenities at The Island Hotel include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Gym, Restaurant, Bar. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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