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Aelius Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Escape to a serene oasis that’s close to it all. Unwind with yoga classes or treat yourself to rejuvenating spa treatments.

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Superior Double Room, Private Pool | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Couples treatment rooms, Turkish bath, body treatments, aromatherapy
Reception hall
Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Free breakfast

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom

Room options

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Junior Suite | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Double Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double or Twin Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Private Pool | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room, Private Pool | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
N. Kazantzaki Street, Kato Gouves, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70014

What's nearby

  • Marina Beach - 12 min walk
  • Gouves Beach - 13 min walk
  • Dinosauria Park - 18 min walk
  • Crete Golf Club - 11 min drive
  • Star Beach Water Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 10 min drive
  • Free area shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Road Trip - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Island Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sportbar Gouves Park Resort - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Corner Γουβες - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Aelius Hotel & Spa

When you stay at Aelius Hotel & Spa, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Heraklion Port. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Erontas Main Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a poolside bar.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Aelius Hotel & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Premium soft drinks included

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Land activities

Kids club

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Pilates
Water fitness
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 170 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs only, up to 11 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Offsite

    • Free area shuttle
    • Free beach shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Free local shuttle
  • Playground
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Stroller

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 9 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Shower grab bar height (inches): 36
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch plasma TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Dining

Erontas Main Restaurant - This buffet restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Agiazi - This poolside bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Kritamos Cretan Theme - This theme restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 34 per room (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Lavris
Lavris Chersonissos
Lavris Hotels
Lavris Hotels Chersonissos
Lavris Hotels Hotel Gouves
Lavris Hotels Hotel
Lavris Hotels Gouves
Lavris Hotel And Bungalows
Lavris Hotel Gouves
Lavris Hotel Bungalows Gouves, Crete

Frequently asked questions

Does Aelius Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Aelius Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Aelius Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Aelius Hotel & Spa?
Yes, dogs stay free, with a maximum weight of 11 lbs per pet.
Is parking offered on site at Aelius Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Aelius Hotel & Spa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 34 per room one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Aelius Hotel & Spa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Aelius Hotel & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with activities like boat tours, horseback riding, and mountain climbing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes, Pilates, and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Aelius Hotel & Spa also has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Aelius Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring local and international cuisine, pool views, and poolside dining.
Does Aelius Hotel & Spa have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Aelius Hotel & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Aelius Hotel & Spa like?
Aelius Hotel & Spa is a short 12-minute walk from Marina Beach and 13 minutes' walk from Gouves Beach.

Aelius Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great food, especially the dessert tarts. Snack bar and bar excellent. Would highly recommend the room with private pool
Graeme, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Private pool but dated room
Booked a room with a private pool, nice pool however the room was disappointing - nothing serious enough to complain about but quite dated decor and very cramped shower over a bath. That being said the staff were brilliant. The location is very quiet, a walk down to the beach through other hotels and back streets (though the hotel offer a complimentary bus service) leads you to the beachfront where there are some small cafes and a few tourist shops.
7-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Summer Vacation 2018
Our family vacation at Lavris Hotel & Spa was very nice! Hotel is located near the city centre and beach! We really appreciated the complimentary beach service they offered us. We did not have to worry about parking. The hotel offers a gym , a spa and there were various pools for us to use. We also enjoyed the 15 minute massage that was offered to all of us during our stay. The staff was very friendly and accommodating! The only thing we found was that the bathroom was a bit small and we found the bathrobes to be a bit rundown!
Paula, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Lovely hotel, exceptional service
Jenny, 7-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

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8/10 Very Good

Nice place for all inclusive type stay
If your looking for all inclusive type of stay near, but not on, the beach, go for it. A lot of the guests were week long residents using mostly the hotel facilities and the nearby beach for entertainment. A lot of activities are planned for guests during the day and evenings. Not at all impressed by the local shops and other nearby hotels. It's the normal Greek chaos when it comes to the street and community organization. We used it for and overnight stay prior to leaving Crete from Herakleon; very easy to the airport.
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2/10 Poor

Very bad experience
Although we reserved a room with Expedia( we had a flight the morning after and the hotel is 10 minutes away from the airport ) there was no reservation for us at the hotel. The staff was not professional and not really helpful . At the end they agreed to give us a room. The room was old and needed refreshment long ago , air condition was noisy and the rest of the room was really not a place you want to stay in. The same goes for the lobby and other parts of the hotel .The location of the hotel is also not great and the sea is not next door... You better stay away from this place..
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8/10 Very Good

L'hôtel est calme et le personnel très accueillant. Le buffet est très fourni et correct. Par contre les desserts ne sont pas au rdv. Dommage.
Nathalie, 5-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Nice and compact hotel. Room was simple but functional and clean. Staff was very friendly. We had all incluse and food was ok but the drinks (soft drinks) were quite diluted. Also spa's staff was professional and the treatments were fantastic. We took massages, facial and body treatments. There were a shop in the same building as the hotel. This shop had very reasonably prices (1,5 l bottled water 0,5 e). Hotel has a free minibus which takes to the nearest beach. Beach was ok. Umbrella with two chairs were 6 e. Would go again to this hotel.
Marjut, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ottimo
L'hotel era molto carino, era ben curato e pulito, aveva due grandi piscine all'esterno. Il personale era molto professionale ed attento alle esigenze degli ospiti. Il buffet della cucina era di ottime qualità e varietà. Nelle vicinanze ci sono delle belle spiagge di sabbia chiara, attrezzate con ombrelloni e lettini. Lo consiglio a tutti.
3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

7/10
Buona struttura, abbastanza pulita, gentilissimi coloro che lavoravano alla reception, unica pecca mortorio da pessima animazione
Vincenzo, 6-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Terrible
Frygteligt - værelset stank af råd og hotellet ville ikke hjælpe - Hotels desværre heller ikke kundebevidste, øv en dårlig oplevelse
Ian, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Toni, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Dejligt Hotel venligt personale
Dejligt Hotel hvor vi valgte all inclusive, Hotellet har venligt personale og der er 2 pool områder samt indendørs pool.
Henrik, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good

Zimmerservice und Essen leider durchgefallen.
Der Empfang beim Check In war freundlichem. Man bekam alles erklärt und der Weg zum Zimmer wurde erklärt. Wenngleich bei der Ankunft auch schon auf die optional buchbaren Zusatzleistungen, wie Massage, Mietwagen, etc. angepriesen wurde. Auf dem Zimmer befand sich als Willkommensgruß eine kleine Karaffe Raki, und etwas süßes Honiggebäck. Die Zimmer waren einfach Möbliert Safe und Kühlschrank und TV vorhanden. Leider keine Sitzgelegenheiten im Zimmer ausser auf dem Bett. Es gab einen Balkon mit zwei Kunststofstühlen und einem Tisch. Das Bad war einfach spartanisch ausgestattet. Badewanne mit Duschabtrennung. Aus dem Gulli am Boden kam schnell der Schaum vom Duschen herausgequollen. Die Reinigung der Zimmer ließ zu wünschen übrig. Gläser wurden nicht gespült, das Geschirr vom Willkommensgruß stand noch dritten Tag auf dem Balkon. Nachdem wir es selbst in dem Flur abgestellt haben, stand es dort nochmals mehrere Tage. Auch vor anderen Zimmer konnten wir das gleiche Geschirr finden, also kein Einzelfall. Flecken auf dem Balkon Tisch wurden nicht abgewischt. Die Bettwäsche wurde nach 3-4 Nächten gewechselt. Das Essen war enttäuschend. Das Frühstücksbuffet war langweilig, da jeden Tag der selbe Continental Standard. Griechische Produkte suchte man vergebens. Abendessen haben wir nur einmal benutzt, obwohl wir HP hatten. Alle Gerichte waren das Typische Buffetessen, was es überall gibt. Geschmacklich aber langweilig. Griechische Gerichte suchte man vergebens.
Lars, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good

Netter Service
Das Hotel ist auf der Insel gut gelegen. Mit einem Auto kann man viele Sehenswürdigkeiten erreichen. Das Badezimmer war schon in die Jahre gekommen. Die versprochene Badewanne war weder Wanne noch Dusche. Eine Steckdose sucht man dort vergebens. Das Bett war auch nicht wie auf den schönen Fotos und sehr unbequem. Der private Pool ist insofern privat, dass einem die alleinige Benutzung vorbehalten ist. Sonst konnten die Bauarbeiter der gegenüberliegenden Baustelle so wie neugierig Hotel Gäste ungeniert den Pool einsehen. Direkt angrenzend ist ein Wasser Park von einem Party Hotel, dementsprechend ist es bis spät nachts laut. Das Personal war sehr nett und stehst freundlich.
Cora, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good

Schönes Hotel in abgelegener Umgebung
ein Hotel gut für 2 - 3 Tage aber keinesfalls länger!
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