Grecotel Amirandes Boutique Resort ★★★★★

Set amidst fragrant gardens and palm-fringed lagoons in Gouves, Amirandes Grecotel Boutique Resort features an Olympic-sized seawater pool, a children's pool and a spa centre with indoor pool, sauna and fitness equipment. Guests can choose among 10 top-quality restaurants and bars, while meeting/banquet facilities and jewellery and clothing boutiques are also featured on site.

Category: 5* Stars

Region: Crete

Hotel Chains: Grecotel Hotels & Resorts

Hotel Services: Outdoor Pool

Hotel Services: Kids' pool

Hotel Services: Spa

Hotel Services: Internet

Hotel Services: Parking

Accomodation
Hotel Services:
Meal Types
Location

Accomodation

212 rooms in total in the main three-story building, bungalows and villas. Double Superior Rooms GV / SV (~ 31 sq.m), Double Luxury Rooms Sea View / Side Sea View or Lagoon View (~ 35 sq.m), Double Premium Bungalows PG (~ 32 sq.m), Double Bungalows Luxury PG (~ 33 sq.m), Family Rooms Superior (~ 40 sq.m), Suites Family GV / SV (~ 40 sq.m), Guest Rooms Superior Private Pool & Garden (~ 31 sq.m), Family Amirandes Suites Private Pool \ Garden View (~ 40 sq.m).

In the rooms: individual air conditioning / heating, mini bar (extra charge), LCD TV, satellite TV, CD / DVD player, free Wi-Fi internet, safe (free of charge), direct dial telephone, beach towels, bathrobes and slippers, bathtub / shower, hairdryer, cosmetic mirror, coffee / tea set, balcony / terrace.

Heated water in private pools of villas in excess of 25 degrees (surcharge).

Hotel Services:

Services
Free of charge
• Reception (Concierge service for all guests. The hotel staff accepts the wishes of the guests 24 hours a day through the WhatsApp application.) • Lounge • Air conditioning public areas (and all over the property) • Welcome drink • Wake - up service • Elevators • Express check - in • Express check - out • Wireless internet in public areas (and in rooms) • Parking • Open air theatre • Luggage storage • Non Smoking rooms • Russian speaking staff • 360 Photo tour • Room cleaning (7 days a week) • Change of towels (every day) • Change of sheets (every day) • Sauna • Gym • Indoor Pool • Open air terrace • Ecosystem • Full service housekeeping
Charge
• Butler service • Banquet facilities • Conference facilities • Boutiques • Mini market • Currency exchange • Doctor on call • Late check-out available • Fax • News stand • International newspapers • Mail & courier services • Gift stand • Laundry service • Spa facilities (Elixir Alchemy Spa) • Photocopying service • Master Card • Diner's Club • American Express • Visa Card • Massage • Room service (24 h) • Jewellery shop • ATM machine (in 1 km close to bus stop)
Pools
• Children outdoor pool : Fresh water | Sq.m. (49) | Shape (Square)• Sea water Olympic-sized main outdoor pool : Sea water | Sq.m. (965) | Shape (Rectangular)
Restaurants and bars
• Amirandes Main Restaurant
Buffet | Operating hours :07.15-11.00, 18.30-21.30 | Cuisine type :Mediterranean | Air conditioning
• Lago Di Candia Restaurant
A la carte | Operating hours :19.00-23.00 | Cuisine type :Delicious dishes of freshly caught fish and juicy steaks on the grill. | Air conditioning | Dress code | Reservation required | Non smoking
• Blue Monkey Asian restaurant
A la carte | Operating hours :19.00 - 23.00 | Cuisine type :Asian / Dishes prepared according to traditional recipes from the depths of the East, combined with trendy culinary Asian trends / Children's menu | Air conditioning | Dress code | Reservation required | Non smoking
• Xasteria Cretan restaurant
A la carte | Operating hours :19.00 - 23.00 | Cuisine type :Cretan traditional / Agreco Farm Organic Products. | Air conditioning | Dress code | Reservation required
• Petrino seafood restaurant
A la carte | Operating hours :12.30-16.30 | Cuisine type :Greek & Sea food / Tasty Corner is free for kids / Baby food on request.
• Labyrinth lagoon bar
Operating hours :10.00 - 01.30 | Bar type :An ideal place for a midday refreshing cocktail and a romantic evening accompanied by live music.
• Sunset Lounge Beach bar
Operating hours :10.00-18.00 | Bar type :DJ & Cocktails
• By the Pool all day Brasserie
Operating hours :12.30-16.30 | Cuisine type :Snacks
• Tasty Corner Children Cafe
Operating hours :11.00 - 17.00 | Cuisine type :All day fresh fruit, muffins and cookies, ice cream, yogurt & snacks / Lunch 12: 30-14: 00: (menu is updated daily) Hot dishes include: Soups, various vegetables and potatoes, meat choices, poultry, fish, pizza, pasta and home burgers; Cold dishes include: seasonal salads, dessert, ice cream, yogurt, fresh fruit, cheeses; Drinks: juices, milk, water, ice tea or chocolate The menu may vary depending on the season and the number of children.
• Italian A La Carte Restaurant "Minotaur"
Operating hours :19.00-23.00 | Cuisine type :gourmet restaurant with authentic Italian dishes | A la carte | Reservation required | Dress code | Non smoking
• Agreco Taverna
A la carte | Cuisine type :Visit the unique Agreco farm estate as an additional a la carte opportunity. A set menu of 6 Cretan dishes is offered, based on organic farming products.
Beach
Free of charge
• Sand & pebbles • Towels (free of charge) • Sunbeds & umbrellas (free of charge) • Directly on the beach • Gentle slope
For children
Free of charge
• Playground • Babycot • Playroom • High-chairs • Pool for children • Mini-club (4-12 years old / 6 times a week (10.00-18.00) / Children under 4 years old can attend a kids club accompanied by adults.) • Teenagers Club (13-17 years old from 15.06 to 15.09) • Baby stroller on request (umbrella) • Programs for children (The "Discovery Adventures" programm. New activities include creative crafts, beach & marine exploration and getting back to nature in the new hotel’s alternative gardens. At the same time, they are learning to respect our planet, to have a healthy attitude to food and experience the Olympic Spirit and Greek Culture through play.) • Bottle warmer • Bottle steriliser (and kettle) • Baby monitor • Disco for children
Charge
• Baby food • Babysitting on request • Special menu • Baby pram (changing mat, bath tub, bouncy chair, prebooking is possible) • Other (Kids Summer Camp program / high season / Valencia Football school, with charge.) • Toilet trainer seat
Entertainment
Free of charge
• TV room • Animation • Animation in Russian • Shows & musicals • Pool games • Live music • Theatre (and outdoor cinema)
Sport
Free of charge
• Aerobics • Aqua aerobics • Basketball court • Beach volley • Fitness center on-site • Football field (and mini football) • Gym • Morning gymnastics • Ping pong • Other (Golf Academy Amirandes) • Yoga • Diving (near the hotel)
Charge
• Golf (in 10 km.) • Jet-ski • Mountain biking trail • Tennis court (3 tennis courts (free only for villas guests)) • Tennis professional • Water skiing • Windsurfing
SPA procedures
Charge
• Massage • Aromatherapy • Face & body masks • Body scrubs • Waxing • Pedicure • Manicure
SPA
Free of charge
• Sauna • Gym • Indoor pool
Conference rooms
• Conference halls Ikaros and Dedalos: Projector and Screen | Computers and laptops | DVD &CD player | Flip chart and markers | Laser pointer | LCD projector | Sound system and microphone | High speed internet access | Printing services | Video and television | AV equipment | Closed circuit video | Equipment rental | Event lighting services | Podium | Portable stage | Max capacity (108 and 90 (connection is possible)) | Sq.m (134 and 109 (connection is possible)) | Wireless internet• Amirandes ballroom: Projector and Screen | Computers and laptops | DVD &CD player | Flip chart and markers | Laser pointer | LCD projector | Sound system and microphone | High speed internet access | Printing services | Video and television | AV equipment | Closed circuit video | Equipment rental | Event lighting services | Podium | Portable stage | Max capacity (415) | Sq.m (390) | Wireless internet• Conference hall Thiseas: Projector and Screen | Computers and laptops | DVD &CD player | Flip chart and markers | Laser pointer | LCD projector | Sound system and microphone | High speed internet access | Printing services | Video and television | AV equipment | Closed circuit video | Equipment rental | Event lighting services | Podium | Portable stage | Max capacity (116) | Sq.m (143) | Wireless internet• Conference halls Idea and Pasiphae: Projector and Screen | Computers and laptops | DVD &CD player | Flip chart and markers | Laser pointer | LCD projector | Sound system and microphone | High speed internet access | Printing services | Video and television | AV equipment | Closed circuit video | Equipment rental | Event lighting services | Podium | Portable stage | Max capacity (70 and 77 (connection is possible) ) | Sq.m (83 and 80 (connection is possible) ) | Wireless internet• Conference hall Ariadni: Projector and Screen | Computers and laptops | DVD &CD player | Flip chart and markers | Laser pointer | LCD projector | Sound system and microphone | High speed internet access | Printing services | Video and television | AV equipment | Closed circuit video | Equipment rental | Event lighting services | Podium | Portable stage | Max capacity (35) | Sq.m (39) | Wireless internet• Amirandes conference hall: Projector and Screen | Computers and laptops | DVD &CD player | Flip chart and markers | Laser pointer | LCD projector | Sound system and microphone | High speed internet access | Printing services | Video and television | AV equipment | Closed circuit video | Equipment rental | Event lighting services | Podium | Portable stage | Max capacity (165) | Sq.m (208) | Wireless internet
Birthdays
Free of charge
• Cake
Honeymooners
Free of charge
• Flowers • Wine • Sweets • Sparkling wine • Rose petals • Fruits
Services for people with disabilities
Free of charge
• Adapted room doors (in specific room types only) • Special needs menus

Meal Types

RESTAURANTS & BARS

Breakfast

Amirandes

Main buffet restaurant

American buffet with an additional choice of natural fitness products, Cretan corner and local teas.

Order breakfast in the room

Early continental breakfast

Lunch

Petrino Fish a la carte restaurant by the sea. Seafood and Greek dishes.

By the Pool Poolside brasserie À la carte menu.

Dinner

Amirandes - Main Buffet Restaurant - Rich selection of dishes, theme nights. Free for guests on HB.

Xasteria - A la carte Cretan Organic Restaurant

Cretan á la carte restaurant, Agreco Farm organic products.

Blue Monkey Asian à la carte restaurant - Dishes prepared according to traditional recipes from the depths of the East, combined with trendy culinary Asian trends. Children's menu

Lago di Candia - A la carte Grill Restaurant - Delicious dishes of freshly caught fish and juicy steaks on the grill.

Kids menu (requiring payment)

Minotaur A la carte gourmet restaurant serving Italian cuisine - An amazing collection of authentic ceramic Pablo Picasso adorns the unique gourmet restaurant with authentic Italian dishes. Dec-Deck in the lagoon.

Agreco Cretan Organic Tavern - Visit Agreco's unique farm estate as an extra a la carte opportunity. A set menu of 6 Cretan dishes is offered, based on organic farmer products.

Bars

Labyrinth Bar at the lagoon - Soft white sofas, immersed in the waters of the lagoon, reflecting the starry Cretan sky. An ideal place for a midday refreshing cocktail and a romantic evening accompanied by live music.

Sunset Lounge Beach Bar

DJ & Cocktails

Its unique location on the seashore will allow you to fully enjoy the stunning sunsets and the endless horizon of the Cretan sky.

Room service

24 hours a day, for an additional fee.

PAY ATTENTION: Restaurants work depending on weather conditions.

Reservations are required at all a la carte restaurants. Guests at HB can change the board menu at a la carte restaurants (for extra charge, taking into account the cost of the board menu).

Dine Around a-la-carte guests are welcome to dinner at any of the a la carte-listed restaurants for free (drinks for an extra charge).

Location

2 km from the Gouves village, 10 km. from Hersonissos and 18 km. from Heraklion airport.
Airport 18 km (Heraklion)
Bus stop 1 km
City center 23 km
Shopping center 8 km
Nearest town/Village 2 km (Gouves)
Pharmacy 3 km
Hospital 30 km
Port 23 km
Attractions
Aquarium 5 km (Cretan Aquarium)
Bar 2 km
Entertainment district 8 km
Marina 2 km
Medical facility 2 km
Museum 23 km
Nightlife 8 km
Restaurant 2 km
Shopping mall 8 km
Stadium 23 km
Theater/cinema 23 km
Water park 10 km
Winery 30 km