Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort

5.0 star property
All-inclusive resort with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Water park
Beach nearby
Exterior
Maisonette | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Family Suite | Balcony

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • All inclusive
    All inclusive
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Spa
    Spa

Explore the area

Map
Kato Gouves, Pediados, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70014
  • Gouves Beach
    8 min walk
  • Marina Beach
    12 min walk
  • Cretaquarium
    7 min drive
  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    16 min drive

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Room options

Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Family Suite (Swim Up)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Maisonette Swim Up

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Maisonette

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Hersonissos

Located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Dinosauria Park, Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Aquaworld Aquarium. This 391-room, 5-star resort has a full-service spa, a free water park, and 4 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Gouves Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Marina Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dinosauria Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cretaquarium - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Watercity Waterpark - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Road Trip - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Island Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sportbar Gouves Park Resort - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Corner Γουβες - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort

All-inclusive resort with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa
Guests of Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort have access to a full-service spa, a free water park, and a children's pool. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this all-inclusive resort include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Other amenities include furnished balconies, minibars, and electric kettles.
An outdoor tennis court and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the resort. A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Aegeo SPA has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ARTEMIS STREET FOOD
  • DIONYSOS
  • SMILE SEAFRONT RESTAURANT
  • UMAMI ASIAN A LA CARTE

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Stroller
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 3 floors
  • 33 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2003
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should note that spa treatments incur an extra charge.
The All inclusive rate plan does not include beverages after 11 PM; fees apply.
This property enforces a strict dress code in the restaurant.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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 - 29 February, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children; please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number 1039Κ014A0193301

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children. Please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Hotel Registry Number: 1039K014A0193301
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Gouves Park Holiday
Water Park Holiday Resort All Inclusive
Gouves Water Park Holiday All Inclusive
Water Park Holiday Resort
Gouves Water Park Holiday
Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort All Inclusive
Water Park Holiday All Inclusive
Water Park All Inclusive
Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort
Water Park Holiday
Gouves Park Holiday Resort
Gouves Water Park Inclusive
Gouves Water Park Holiday
Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort Resort
Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort Hersonissos
Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort Resort Hersonissos

Frequently asked questions

Can I book all-inclusive rate plans at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort is an all-inclusive resort and rates come with all meals. Activities include soccer, tennis, and water fitness classes.

Are free cancellation options available at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

This resort is located in Hersonissos, a short 8-minute walk from Gouves Beach and also 12 minutes on foot from Marina Beach. You'll also find Dinosauria Park and Watercity Waterpark within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

No, there isn't parking available at the resort.

Is a spa located at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

Aegeo SPA is the resort's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and body wraps. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort feature a casino at the property?

No, Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 10:00 AM and 6:30 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from April until October.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this resort, including a poolside bar, 4 restaurants, and a full-service spa.

Does Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this resort.

Does Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort has 4 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort.

Does Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this resort.

How far is the airport from Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

The closest major airport to Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort is Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), which is 9.3 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Does Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Gouves Water Park Holiday Resort.

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zion

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for holiday with family and kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

SJOERD

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, good quality, service minded
Very nice, big and clean hotel. Wonderful staff and very service-minded. 1 week is enough, although very nice hotel, I was glad I could leave it again and see something different. To be honest, that’s the same experience I have with most all-inclusive. The all-inclusive menu could be a little bit more exciting, and for some reason, the juices are way too strong (need 4 times as much water, but they checked it, and it should be ok, according to Greece standards). Coffee is just boring. Couple of things that could be improved: keep the “children” swimming pools open a bit longer, accidents do happen in children pools - clean it straight away, too long lines for drinks and ice-cream.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Vancouver

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities, the kids loved it. Only minor issue with the kids club, could use some more engaged staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean with many pools and water parks for all the ages. It was near the beach and in the village. Nice food and all the day and nice staff. Some rooms are old and need renovated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

HG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like: - Good for families with young children - Many swimming pools with water slides - Good food in All Inclusive restaurant - Friendly staff - Clean Not like: - Family room is poorly decorated - Poor quality food in Asian a la cart restaurant - Many items not included and are to be paid extra, like swimming pool towels, beach beds, etc. - Animation is nice for small children, but good animation for adults is missing. - The drinks were not fruit juices but were tasting like instant made with sugar
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Το πάρκο, το φαι, το προσωπικό και η φιλοξενία ήταν φανταστικα
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and friendly hotel. Only 1 negative is excursions, they were not advertised however the receiption desk staff were more than happy to help when asked.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Steve, Staffordshire

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Room was old and tired. Bathroom had tiles missing and grouting was completly black around the top of the bath. Shower curtain had mould on. Room was nothing like photos on website. Had to pay ectra €100 to move room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

4/10 Poor

Mike, London

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If this is a 4 star hotel then the Crete is in Africa
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

mathra, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a bad hotel but not 4 star
Hello everyone , we had stayed here at gouves water park for 10 days, the room was in need of updating the beds were uncomfortable, and pillows in need of replacing , the restaurant had nice food , but sometimes it could be difficult to fight your way through the crowds not much manners from people, also small children running about spilling food and in general being rude and bad mannered , not all of these problems can be blamed on the hotel and of course it is up to parents to teach there children how to behave, the parents would just let there kids do anything and it was obvious that the small children did not feel comfortable because there mums and dads could not be bothered getting up from there b sides sending 3 year old kids to get food drinks is a no no, and when i said to a senior member of staff they said they had a rule that it was only children 8 and over that were allowed to get food drinks again this rule was not being enforced, the staff need to make sure that the rules for the all inclusive bands are enforced, as people were purchasing large vodkas whisky which they were not entitled to do , this made guests that had paid the extra 25 euros a day annoyed , what was the point ? paying the 25 euros when no one bothered checking the wrist bands, the hotel could be much better if some simple things were changed, staff must challenge bad behaviour, i saw a drunk man pick up his small child and launch him into the pool to the cheers of the crowd.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel and walking distance to the beach
Had a lovely long weekend at this hotel. Room was just what you needed. Had a meal at their Smile restaurant at the beach and in the Chinese. If I had to choose would go for the Chinese. Lots of food to choose from all day long. Water slides open 12 to 6pm and you had choices of another 4 pools to swim in. Also enjoyed a massage at the spa. 15 mins away from the airport really easy to get taxi costs 30 euros.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
We stayed here 10 nights ,2 adults one 4 yr old,plenty of activities for children, especially the kids club, goid choice with the food, Asian restaurant was a nice change though. Maksure you take beach towels as not supplied all in all we had a great holiday
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

gloria

Liked: Staff & service
More like a 3/2 stars
The area where the hotel is located is depressing. Rooms are okay but only the one which have been refurbished, the old ones are awful. Food okayish, it s all about the quantity but not about about quality. It s gets really busy at meal times making the whole experience not pleasant.

8/10 Good

graham, Peterborough

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Waterpark & Pizza
Very nice hotel with a good selection on food. Waterpark was great as no queuing. They need to change the wine in the restaurant as it was undrinkable. Had lots of Greek wine elsewhere so not sure why they choose to serve rocket fuel!!!

8/10 Good

M, leicester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice family friendly hotel
The hotel met our expectations fully and the family had a great time.

10/10 Excellent

Ellen, Tipperary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic family friendly hotel.
The Gouves Park Hotel is a family friendly hotel with a Water Park. The hotel is very clean and well maintained. Staff at the hotel are exceptional helpful and friendly. The life guards at the park are excellent and very friendly. There is a beach and a small selection of shops, restaurants and bars within a five minute walk. The food is a good standard although it was repetitive at times. The kids club and disco is aimed at younger children and the animation team are very nice . The evening entertainment could be better. I would recommend this hotel for a relaxing family holiday.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gouves hotel- Good, but can be better
I was there on October 2010, the hotel is quietly good but the problem was the room. I got a room which it's balcony is just 10 meters from the pool. At day light there is almost constant noise because of the music from the pool and there is almost no privacy because people sit just next to your room. Beside that, The food was very good, a large verity of it. The treatment from the stuff was very kind full, we had a Celiac person and the Chef itself made the food for him. We asked for late departure and we got it for extra paid but it helped very much. There is a lot to see not far away from Gouves.

6/10 Okay

Matteo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vlad

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice resort, the food at the restaurant was great, every evening different theme dinner, lots of variety. Our kids loved the waterpark and liked they got a lot of ice cream from the refreshment stand. Very good service with the towels for sunbeds. Cocktails were ok, the entertainment team was amazing. We loved very much our stay at Gouves waterpark resort!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Hélène

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Maxime

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien dans l'ensemble
Hôtel sympa surtout les chambres avec accès direct à la piscine (mais attention au bruit tout de même). Les espaces toboggans sont très bien pour les enfants. Le point négatif est la restauration. La nourriture est peu variée, pas terrible, généralement trop salée, il faut faire la queue tout le temps à moins d'arriver dès l'ouverture du restaurant...
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Zimmer mit direktem Pool und die Anlage sind sehr schön und Kinder kommen voll auf ihre Kosten. Das Essen war sehr abwechslungsreich und reichhaltig. Die Getränke sind typisch (für uns viel zu süß wie mit Sirup angemischt) und das Wasser hat an der Bar leider nicht geschmeckt. Gestreckt bzw. gemischt ging es aber meistens. Für die Erholung zu beachten - ab 21:00 wird Minidisco gemacht und geht bis 23:00 noch Programm und Musik. Extrem laut. Wer das nicht mag sollte anders buchen. Wir waren schon in einem Zimmer etwas weg vom Geschehen. Ansonsten eine tolle Anlage, freundliches Personal und der Dinopark bzw. Aquarium direkt um die Ecke sind sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021