Despo Hotel

A short stroll from Gouves village life and about 700 m from the beach, Despo sits in Kato Gouves on Crete’s Heraklion coast. Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is roughly 16 km away and the Dikti Mountains about 47 km, with local sights like the Folklore Museum of Gouves and popular tavernas a walkable distance.

Bright rooms with a functional, soothing décor help you unwind. Rooms include refrigerator and air conditioning, and the hotel keeps a family-friendly vibe with easy access to outdoor spaces and a 24-hour front desk.

A sparkling outdoor pool with a separate children’s area, year-round swim option and a playground keep kids busy. There’s a sun terrace, garden, billiards, table tennis and a tennis court, plus practical perks: parking, a shop, luggage storage, currency exchange and a shuttle to the beach. All-inclusive option available for guests who want meals and drinks bundled.

Buffet breakfasts (and buffet dinners) are served, with vegetarian choices on offer. If you pick the all-inclusive option you get all meals plus mealtime drinks—local beers, wines and soft drinks—served into the evening.