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Despina Apts by Estia

Aparthotel

Gouves

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
13 mentions

Lovely accommodation in a great setting hosted by a lovely family and friendly s…

We were greeted by the owner, who was very kind, responsive, and friendly throug…

Comfortable rooms
10 mentions

Very quiet area around the pool area and lots of shops and restaurants in the vi…

The pool, rooms, location is great 😊

Pool
10 mentions

The pool area and cocktail bar are fab

Great pool

Great location
9 mentions

The location is simply wonderful, the food is delicious, and the room is clean

Location friendly staff good WiFi Nice pool and sun beds

Clean rooms
6 mentions

The bathroom was newly renovated so that was very nice and clean

Rooms were always very clean

Good value
4 mentions

Value for money rating: 9

Excellent value for money

Overview

Featuring a pool with sun terrace and a snack bar, Despina Apts by Estia lies just 100 metres from the sandy beach of Gouves in Crete. Its self-catering units enjoy free Wi-Fi and open out to a balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea, the pool, or the garden. Simply decorated with dark-wooden furnishings and white-washed walls, the studios and apartments of Despina have a kitchenette with dining area. Each unit is equipped with a fridge and cooking hobs. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Air conditioning is available upon request with surcharge. Guests can relax at the sun loungers by the pool and enjoy a drink or a light snack at the poolside bar. Billiards and a children’s playground are also available on site. Car and bicycle rental services are provided. Despina Apts by Estia is situated 15 km from Nikos Kazantakis International Airport and 20 km from Heraklion Town and Port. The famous archaeological site of Knossos is at 20 km. Free public parking can be found nearby.

Traveller reviews

F

Faye

couple

September 7, 2025

9

Lovely accommodation in a great setting hosted by a lovely family and friendly staff. The pool area and cocktail bar are fab. Best cocktails in Gouves.

V

Vladislav

couple

September 3, 2025

9

We were greeted by the owner, who was very kind, responsive, and friendly throughout our stay, as was the staff. The location is simply wonderful, the food is delicious, and the room is clean. Value for money rating: 9.5/10.

K

Kirkham

couple

August 14, 2025

10

A phenomenal stay, we will certainly be back.

An exceptional stay, from the staff to the hotel itself the attention to detail and service was phenomenal. We loved it that much we stayed an extra 5 days.

J

Jamie

family_with_children

August 1, 2025

10

Will go again

Location friendly staff good WiFi Nice pool and sun beds

L

Lisa Amy

couple

July 24, 2025

10

Excellent value for money. Very quiet area around the pool area and lots of shops and restaurants in the vicinity.

A

Amy

solo_traveller

July 17, 2025

7

Great location near the beach. The price is amazing for how big the appartment is. The bathroom was newly renovated so that was very nice and clean. The owners were very nice and welcoming

J

Joanne Mcnairn

couple

October 11, 2024

10

Joanne & Colette 🩷🫶🏼🩷

Cannot commend the staff enough 🏆, warmest of welcomes, attentive and caring. This truly is authentic family hospitality and I cannot wait to revisit one day. 🫶🏼xx

C

Christine

couple

July 18, 2024

10

Would love to come back looking for September. Really enjoyed our stay

Loved staying here brothers were great hosts. Anything you wanted they were there. Great pool. Rooms were always very clean. Loved the cocktail bar at night very friendly all staff great. Great sense of family and friendliness.

S

Susan

solo_traveller

October 7, 2023

10

The family is extremely welcoming and you feel at home straight away. There is a lovely and relaxing pool area and the location, in my opinion, is the best in resort. There are many returning guests, which says it all!

D

Deborah

extended_group

September 30, 2023

10

Perfect place to stay

Everything

L

Lynne

couple

September 7, 2023

10

The area, the hotel itself and the owners were amazing.

T

Trevor

couple

August 19, 2023

10

Excellent stay

Very friendly owners and staff could not do enough for us

J

Julia

extended_group

August 13, 2023

10

We really enjoyed our stay there. The owners are really nice and there's nothing to complain about tbis place. The pool, rooms, location is great 😊

K

Kelly

family_with_children

July 25, 2023

8

Another Espresso Martini please

We stayed at Despina for a week in July and had an amazing time. The apartments are traditional, very clean and comfy. The pool is great with plenty of sun beds. There are plenty of restaurants near by for dinner but the bar in the apartments, KonDimAr is also great for evening drinks. All the staff go out of their way to look after you. We made our way through most of the cocktail menu which was excellent!

D

david

couple

July 19, 2023

10

Great holiday in family run apartments great location near the beach

The apartments are superb and family run. we had superb service from all the family and couldnt do enough to make your time any better. I felt id know them for ages even after only a few days. KonDimAr cocktail bar is part of the apartments and do fantastic cocktails drinks and daytime food. photos on booking.com dont do it justice. rooms are basic and comfortable and overlooked the pool with great views. just wish wed stayed longer thats all. There was always plenty of sunbeds with thick comfy cushions to relax. Another bonus air con was included in the price

K

Karen

couple

June 20, 2023

8

Our stay was great. The staff, building, bar,pool and location are fab. The only thing to make our stay more comfortable

everything apart from the bathroom

C

Carol

solo_traveller

May 26, 2023

9

The location close to a lovely bay and some excellent tavernas. the helpful brothers. Lovely swimming pool area. All kept very clean.

L

Lynn

couple

September 20, 2022

10

Lovely family

Everything we loved the people who run it are so friendly and nothing is too much trouble we loved our stay here

G

Gareth

family_with_children

September 7, 2022

10

The three brothers (and other family) that run this hotel are gorgeously genuine nice people. Hard not to enjoy yourselves with such lovely people looking after you. They looked after me and my family like we were their own.The location is great, cocktails are great and the service first class. I'd buy each of them a pint in my local if I ever bump into them and invite them over for a barbecue or a roast dinner. Thanks for a lovely holiday.

E

Evija

family_with_children

July 27, 2022

10

The hotel team bring the word "Hospitality" to a whole new level. Everyone welcoming, friendly and working hard to make the guests feel good. Hotel is clean and comfortable. Swimming pool area super for relaxing. Sandy beach is a minute walk away. Nearby full of nice restaurants.

Facilities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Activities

Nightclub/DJ, Evening entertainment, Beach, Billiards, Live sport events (broadcast)

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Bar

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Safety deposit box, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area

Internet

WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (seasonal)

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Infinity pool, Pool bar, Shallow end

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Key access, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available

Services

Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Shared lounge/TV area, ATM/cash machine on site, Car hire, Luggage storage, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Ironing service

One-Bedroom Apartment

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. This apartment features a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a balcony. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 3 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
One-Bedroom Apartment

Consisting of a separate bedroom and a kitchenette with dining area, this apartment overlooks the Cretan Sea, the garden or the pool from its balcony. A fridge and free Wi-Fi are included. Air conditioning is available upon request with surcharge.

Max 2 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThis property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 12:42 AM

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