Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live
In Our Opinion
‘This is a comprehensive luxury resort that provides a stylish base – the location is slightly remote but this is counter balanced by the stunning landscapes, beautifully appointed accommodation and vast array of exciting facilities and activities.’
Location
Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live is in the Gouves area on the east coast of Crete, just under 20 minutes away from Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis.
Nearby Attractions Include
- Gouves – 1.8 miles
- Heraklion – 12.3 miles
- Crete Golf Club – 16.5 miles
Room Options
Offers
Facilities
Facilities
- Two coves of sandy beaches
- Separate Villa Beach area with private gazebos
- 1 Olympic size seawater swimming pool
- 1 children's freshwater pool
- 1 indoor freshwater spa pool
- Amphitheatre
- Orthodox Greek Chapel
Elixir Alchemy Spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Private massage rooms
- Beauty salon
- Beach massage area
Fitness Room
- Elliptical trainers
- Treadmills
- Bikes
- Weight benches
- Technogym weights
- Aerobic area
Land Sports
- Mini soccer
- Basketball
- Beach volley
- Table tennis
- Boccia
- Tennis
- Golf Academy
Water Sports (extra charges apply)
- Water sports school
- Sailing cruises
- Pedal boats
- Canoes
- Kayaking
- Wind surfing
- Jet ski
- Boat safari
- Fishing
- Scuba diving (nearby)
Services
- Boutiques
- Wi-fi
- Grecotel mobile app
- 24 hour WhatsApp concierge
- Multilingual staff
- Medical services
- Car rental desk
- Taxi service
- VIP luxury transfers
- Money exchange
- ATM
Board Basis Options
- Half Board - Half board A well-tended half board concept offering a large variety of dishes and tastes in lavish breakfast and dinner buffets or choice of hotel’s ala carte restaurant with credit allowance of 20 € per adult & 10 € per child, reservation required.
- All Inclusive - All Inclusive option Elevate your stay with The All Inclusive Option. Curated dining experiences, including buffets, a la carte restaurants, and a local Dine Out. Enjoy all day unlimited drinks and light snacks, cocktails, and refreshments served poolside or on the beach. For private moments of indulgence the room amenities include a daily-replenished minibar, espresso and tea facilities. See more at amirandes.com/all-inclusive-experience
Restaurants and Cafés
Amirandes
Enjoy American gourmet and Greek buffet breakfasts as well as traditional Mediterranean cuisines and world delicacies for lunch and dinner. Amirandes also hosts themed evenings.
Petrino
A beachfront seafood restaurant open for al fresco lunches.
By the Pool
A place to enjoy snacks and fresh salads poolside.
Xasteria
An a la carte Cretan restaurant serving dishes made from organic produce. A children's menu is also available here.
Blue Monkey
Enjoy modern twists on Eastern favourites as well as oriental delicacies for dinner. Children's menus are also available.
Lago di Candia
A waterfront location serbing prime steaks and fresh fish, with additonal children's menus.
Minotaur
A gourmet Italian restaurant with an a la carte dinner menu.
Agreco Taverna
Enjoy a sumptuous six course fresh menu for dinner at this farm taverna near Rethymno.
Labyrinth Lagoon Bar
Sink into sunken lounges and listen to live music while enjoying a drink or a cocktail.
Sunset Lounge
Enjoy live DJ music and cocktails by the beach.
Room Service
Available 24 hours a day for an extra charge.
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Families
The hotel welcomes families with children of all ages and offers the following to make their stay more enjoyable.
Accommodation
- Residences are suitable for children
Dining
- Children's menus are available at select restaurants
- Children up to 12 years old dine for free at the 'Tasty Corner'
Grecobaby
- Baby equipment can be pre ordered before arrival
- Baby food made to order
Grecoland Kids Club
- Ages 4-12 - under 4's must be supervised at all times by a parent or guardian
Grecoteens Activities
- Ages 13+
- Run seasonally
Medical
- Doctor on call, extra charges apply
Babysitting
- Available for an extra charge
Villas & Private Living
The villa collection at Amirandes offers a refined expression of private resort living, designed for guests seeking space, seclusion and elevated comfort. Set within landscaped gardens and along the shoreline, these stylish villas feature generous living areas, private outdoor spaces and the option of private heated pools, creating a serene home-from-home experience.
Ideal for families, couples or groups, Amirandes’ villas combine contemporary Mediterranean design with the freedom to enjoy the resort’s full range of dining, beach and wellness facilities - delivering privacy without compromise in one of Crete’s most exclusive settings.
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