Overview
An unforgettable holiday experience awaits at Amirandes A Grecotel Resort to Live, a palatial sun-kissed getaway on the charming island of Crete. This lavish 5-star escape in Gouves is nestled beside a glorious private sandy beach, with amazing v...
An unforgettable holiday experience awaits at Amirandes A Grecotel Resort to Live, a palatial sun-kissed getaway on the charming island of Crete. This lavish 5-star escape in Gouves is nestled beside a glorious private sandy beach, with amazing views of the glistening Aegean Sea. It boasts exquisitely-appointed rooms, suites, villas and bungalows which feature a range of superb facilities and an option to have your own private garden and heated pool. An impressive choice of top-quality restaurants will drive your taste buds wild with a myriad of cuisines including Asian, Italian, Greek and Cretan. A sumptuous spa offers head to toe pampering and a health club is the place to keep in shape. Other excellent amenities at this opulent hideaway include a massive swimming pool, tennis courts, a padel court, a sunshiny terrace and a fabulous amphitheatre where a packed programme of evening entertainment includes a variety of shows and the kid’s disco.
How far is the nearest beach?
The hotel is next to a pristine private sandy beach.
Distance from the airport
Heraklion International Airport is approximately 17km away from Amirandes A Grecotel Resort to Live.
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Pools
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Bar
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Beach
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Gym
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Wifi
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Spa
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Parking
Facilities
- Outdoor swimming pools
- Indoor swimming pool (heated at specific periods)
- Kids pool
- Club for children and teenagers
- Private beach
- Spa
- 24-hour reception
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking and valet parking
- Pool sun loungers
- Gift shops
- Mini market
- Boutique
- Health club
- Watersports centre, offering sailing, canoeing and kayaking
- Tennis courts
- Padel court
- Mini football
- Street basketball
- Outdoor amphitheatre/cinema
- 7 restaurants
- 3 bars
- Sun terrace
- Room service
- Wedding services
- Conference and meeting services
*Please note that charges may apply to some activities and for the use of some facilities.
All-Inclusive
If you choose to go all inclusive, the programme generally consists of breakfast, lunch and dinner, all buffet style, served in the main restaurant. Many options and extra advantages are offered, including credit allowance in selected restaurants in Grecotel Resorts around Crete and free dining for kids. In addition to the meals offered, you will enjoy selected drinks and beverages, as well as snacks at set times within the day.
Details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You will be provided with full details of the all-inclusive programme on arrival at the hotel.
Dining
Amirandes Restaurant
- Mediterranean buffet restaurant
- Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Indoor and outdoor seating
- Vegetarian options
- Dress code: Daytime – casual, Dinner – smart casual/formal (no shorts or beachwear)
Lago Di Candia Restaurant
- Meat and fish grill
- Open for dinner
- Indoor seating
- Children’s menu available on request
- Dress code: Smart casual/formal (no shorts or beachwear)
Minotaur
- Gourmet Italian
- Open for dinner
- Indoor seating
- Children's menu available upon request
- Offers a genuine collection of Picasso ceramics
- Dress code: Smart casual/formal (no shorts or beachwear)
Petrino
- Seafood al fresco and Greek specialities
- Open for lunch
- Outdoor seating
- Dress code: Casual (footwear required)
Xasteria
- Cretan cuisine
- Open for dinner
- Outdoor seating
- Dress code: Smart casual/formal (no shorts or beachwear and footwear required)
Blue Monkey
- Fusion Asian cuisine
- Open for dinner
- Indoor and outdoor seating
- Children’s menu available on request
- Dress code: Smart casual/formal (no shorts or beachwear)
By the Pool – All-day Brasserie
- International cuisine, mainly snacks, drinks and beverages
- Open for lunch
- Outdoor
- Dress code: Casual (footwear required)
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