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The Island Hotel
in
Gouves
,
Crete
- Beachfront location
- Contemporary interiors
- Free internet access in rooms
Part of our Thomson Couples range, this adults-only hotel scores a double coup - a beachside setting and design-led interiors.
From the outside, this whitewashed hotel has a pared-back stone appearance. Step inside, though, and it’s a different story. Polished wooden floors and spot-lit ceilings provide the backdrop for a stylish mix of chairs and chaise lounges. The bedrooms, meanwhile, are all about comfort. Think silk cushions and velvet armchairs. Plus, you can opt for a suite with a private or shared pool if you want to splash out.
When it comes to meals, you’ve got plenty of choice. The Stone is the place to head for all-day dining. And if you’d rather stay on your lounger, the staff will bring your order to you. Then you’ve got The Kitchen, for breakfast or evening meals. Or the Taverna Grill à la carte restaurant for your evening meal at an extra charge.
The pools are another talking point. The main one is framed by oversized loungers and luxurious daybeds lining the water’s edge. There’s another pool with hydrojet curtains in the bathhouse, as well as a whirlpool bath, steam room and a sauna. Plus, for perfect chill-out time there's a quiet pool.
When it comes to meals, you’ve got plenty of choice. The Stone is the place to head for all-day dining. And if you’d rather stay on your lounger, the staff will bring your order to you. Then you’ve got The Kitchen, for breakfast or evening meals. Or the Taverna Grill à la carte restaurant for your evening meal at an extra charge.
The pools are another talking point. The main one is framed by oversized loungers and luxurious daybeds lining the water’s edge. There’s another pool with hydrojet curtains in the bathhouse, as well as a whirlpool bath, steam room and a sauna. Plus, for perfect chill-out time there's a quiet pool.
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Photos of The Island Hotel
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Hotel features
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Thomson Couples is a collection of holidays designed just for adults.
- Adults only – Couples hotels are reserved entirely for adults.
- Contemporary Style - Modern hotels with up-to-the minute interiors.
- Relaxed Atmosphere – Taking it easy is what it’s all about at these hotels. This could mean wellbeing classes by day and, in the evenings, live acoustic music.
- Great Settings - All properties are in fantastic locations, with most just footsteps from the beach.
- Top Properties - Premier Collection hotels are either 4 or 5T, and have to score ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ with 90% or more of customers.
- More Luggage - Check in 20kg and carry up to 7kg of hand luggage.
- Day-before Check-in - Jump the queue with UK day-before check-in where available.
- Premier Collection Service - Specialist Holiday Advisors are on hand when you need them.
- You'll only be entitled to all the benefits listed above if you book one of our package holidays. You'll see exactly what's included on the Options page before you book your holiday. Please see our A-Z Guide for further information.
Awarded to the best hotel in its class according to your feedback
Meals
- Main restaurant for buffet breakfast and dinner - included in Half Board
- The Stone all day dining with waiter service
- The Taverna - A la carte and events for dinner with waiter service - 1 visit per stay is included for those on Half Board. Please note, this restaurant is open depending on occupancy
- Smart-casual dress code with long trousers required
- Outdoor dining areas are open depending on weather
Swimming pool
- 3 swimming pools - 1 indoor
- Showers
- Double daybeds
- Sunbeds
- Parasols
- Double hammocks
- Outdoor hydromassage tub
Entertainment
- Veranda lounge
- Tholos bar
- Yachting bar
- TV lounge
- Resident musicians
- Greek night
Activities
- Gym
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Games room
- Table tennis
- Greek dancing, language & cookery lessons
- Boules
- Darts
- Games room
- Wine tasting
- Wellbeing classes - yoga, pilates, Tai Chi and body stretch
Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi in communal areas, from 2014 this will be throughout the hotel
- Room service
- Spa with a whirlpool bath and pool hydro-jets
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Ironing service
- Doctor on call
- Church within grounds
- Library
- Mini-market
Extra Charges
Some facilities may incur extra local charges, please see the A-Z Guide
Other Information
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Only from Thomson
In the UK, this holiday is only available from the Thomson Group.
Our rating
4
Official Rating
4 Star
No. of rooms
298
Room facilities
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All rooms have air-conditioning, LCD satellite TV, cable internet access, bath with shower, hairdryer, fridge, kettle, bathrobes, slippers, daily bottle of water, tea and coffee facilities, natural latex upper mattress, balcony or terrace and from 2014 free Wi-Fi. Standard room sleeps up to 3 with 1 double or twin beds and a garden or land view. 3rd bed is a permanent sofa-bed. Sea-view rooms are available.
Room Upgrades
We also offer Sea-view rooms, Double sea-view rooms with a shared pool, Sea-view suites with a hydro-massage bath, Sea-view suites with a private pool and hydro-massage bath and a Pool-view maisonette Suite with a large shared pool.
Double sea-view rooms with a shared pool sleep up to 2 adults with a king-size bed, open-plan bathroom, hydro-massage bath and access to a shared hydro-massage pool and private terrace with sunbeds and a parasol.
Sea-view suite sleeps up to 3 adults with a king-size bed in the bedroom and a sofabed in the separate lounge equipped with a satellite 32'' LCD TV, DVD/CD player hydro-massage bath, an additional rainfall shower and a furnished balcony.
Suites with a private pool sleep up to 2 adults with king-size bed, sofa-bed,a DVD and CD player, open-plan bathroom, hydro-massage bath, additional bathroom with rainfall shower, separate living room and a private pool, large veranda with grass area and outdoor furniture.
Pool-view maisonette suites with a large shared pool sleeps up to 3 adults with a king-size bed, a sofa-bed in the lounge, open plan bathroom, DVD/CD player, an additional bathroom with rainfall shower, hydro-massage bath, a balcony and ground terrace with access to the large shared pool.
Location
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- 19km to Heraklion city centre
Transfers
40 minutes
Your guide to Gouves, Crete
“A traditional Greek delight with a lively kick.”
Skirting the shores of Crete’s northern coastline, Gouves most definitely hits the spot location-wise. On the one hand, this no-fuss resort lets you get to grips with traditional Greek life. And on the other, it’s a great base for exploring this sun bathed isle. We’re talking places like the mystical Palace of Knossos. The island of Spinalonga with its Venetian fort and intriguing history as one of Europe’s last leper colonies. And historical Heraklion with its cosmopolitan shops and non-stop night scene. If you’ve come away to simply kick-back though, your time here will tick-by beautifully. A purpose-built resort of whitewashed buildings, which trickles out from a mountain backdrop - Gouves fans out from one main street. Laced with shops, restaurants and tavernas, the place is as friendly as they come, and pulls off its village atmosphere without any effort whatsoever. If you fancy whiling away your days on the crumbly stuff, there are three cutesy beaches to choose from. And when you tire of tanning, the combination of watersports and diamond-clear seas goes down a treat. Or for sand-free sunbathing try the local waterpark where you can flit between the lazy river, fast flumes and sun-blushed gardens. When you fancy a wander, soak up the Cretan hospitality with a jaunt around town. The lively little centre has plenty of shops to pop in and out of and when you’re done spending your euros, sip a chilled tumbler of ‘retsina’ at a laid-back taverna. As the sun sets in a blaze of glory, take a stroll along the palm-lined promenade. Peruse the restaurant menus as you go and then tuck in to a slap up meal under a starlit sky. This is most definitely the life.
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Back to topPart of our Thomson Couples range, this adults-only hotel scores a double coup - a beachside setting and design-led interiors.
From the outside, this whitewashed hotel has a pared-back stone appearance. Step inside, though, and it’s a different story. Polished wooden floors and spot-lit ceilings provide the backdrop for a stylish mix of chairs and chaise lounges. The bedrooms, meanwhile, are all about comfort. Think silk cushions and velvet armchairs. Plus, you can opt for a suite with a private or shared pool if you want to splash out.
When it comes to meals, you’ve got plenty of choice. The Stone is the place to head for all-day dining. And if you’d rather stay on your lounger, the staff will bring your order to you. Then you’ve got The Kitchen, for breakfast or evening meals. Or the Taverna Grill à la carte restaurant for your evening meal at an extra charge.
The pools are another talking point. The main one is framed by oversized loungers and luxurious daybeds lining the water’s edge. There’s another pool with hydrojet curtains in the bathhouse, as well as a whirlpool bath, steam room and a sauna. Plus, for perfect chill-out time there's a quiet pool.
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Gouves hotels and apartments
Our hotels and apartments in Gouves include Grecotel Amirandes, Ourania Apartments and The Island Hotel.
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