Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live
CRETE, GREECE

Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live

Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live, is a masterpiece of luxury in the heart of Crete. Nestled in Gouves, the resort boasts an expansive 70,000m² of pristine grounds, offering an unparalleled seaside escape. Guests are treated to a range of culinary experiences, from award-winning Cretan cuisine to international flavours, complemented by the serene ambience of bars like the beachside ‘Sunset Lounge’. Echoing the grandeur of Minoan palaces and Venetian opulence, Amirandes is a destination that feels like stepping into a dream. Its centrepiece, an ancient lagoon, creates a setting that is both timeless and exceptional, delivering a truly immersive experience that redefines indulgence.

What We Love
  • Stunning Architecture and Design
  • Luxurious Accommodation
  • Private Beach Access
  • Exceptional Service and Hospitality
  • Prime Location
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Facility Section Title
Location
  • 15 mins from Heraklion airport
  • 5 mins to Gouves
  • 25 mins to Heraklion
Accommodation
  • 212 Rooms, suites & villas
  • 3 Floors
  • 5 Lifts
Services
  • 24 Hour reception
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Concierge service
  • Car & motorbike rental
Amenities
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Air condition
  • Mini bar
  • Tea & coffee making facilities
  • Bathrobe & slippers
Beach & Pools
  • Two sandy coves
  • Sea lagoon
  • Olympic-sized outdoor pool
  • Indoor spa pool
Spa & Fitness
  • Spa
  • Wellness Centre
  • Gym & fitness classes
  • Sauna
  • Beauty salon
Sports
  • Football court
  • Basketball court
  • Padel court
  • Tennis court
  • Watersports
Kids
  • Grecoland kids club
  • Grecoteen activities
  • Grecobaby facilities
  • Children’s pool
  • Childrens adventures
Dining
  • Petrino
  • Blue Monkey
  • Xasteria
  • Lago di Candia
  • Labyrinth
Accessibility
  • Several areas are inaccessible.
  • Ramps are situated adjacent to most of the steps throughout the hotel.

Hotel Information

Features

Leisure Facilities

Dining and Entertainment

Accommodation

Other Information

In Focus
Superior Room

Room Size: 31m2
View: Garden or Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 2 adults

 

These elegantly decorated rooms provide all the comforts and amenities that define the standard at Amirandes.

Luxury Guestroom

Room Size: 35m2
View: Garden, Lagoon, Side Sea or Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 2 adults and 1 child

 

The luxury guestrooms provide a complete sense of opulence and comfort. They feature an elegantly decorated bedroom and a sitting area.

 

 

Premium Bungalow

Room Size: 32m2
View: Garden View
Sleeps: Upto 2 adults

 

A cosy guestroom nestled among gardens, featuring luxurious elements and the charm of al fresco living, along with a spacious outdoor garden area of 32m².

Family Suite

Room Size: 40m2
View: Garden or Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 2 adults and 2 children

 

Spacious rooms with designated areas for dressing, sleeping, and living. Perfect for families with two children, this suite features a master bedroom and a separate living area for children, divided by sliding doors.

Swim up Superior with Private Garden

Room Size: 31m2
View: Garden or Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 2 adults and 1 child

 

The Swim Up Superior Room at Amirandes offers luxurious amenities and comforts. It features a private pool set in a beautifully landscaped garden, along with an outdoor space of 72 m².

 

Two Bedroom Family Suite Garden View Private Pool

Room Size: 55m2
View: Garden or Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 2 adults and 2 children or 4 adults

 

Spacious suite with the comforts and amenities that set the standard at Amirandes located in the Candia Wing, featuring two bathrooms and the added bonus of two private pools and a terrace surrounded by lush greenery, sunbeds, and umbrellas.

 

 

Luxury One Bedroom Suite

Room Size: 70m2
View: Front Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 2 adults and 1 child

 

These open-plan suites on the seafront provide a magnificent view of the ocean. The white furniture, flooring, and large wardrobe with full-length mirrors contribute to the suite’s luxury. The folding glass balcony doors transform the suite into a spacious balcony, allowing guests to enjoy the beautiful outdoor scenery.

Amirandes VIP Two Bedroom Suite Gym & Private Heated Pool

Room Size: 85m2
View: Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 4 adults and 1 child

 

These magnificent suites are designed for sophisticated travellers seeking superior comfort, elegance, and style. They are perfect for active families with parents who prioritise privacy. Each suite features an open-plan master bedroom, a separate living area, and a gym with exercise equipment. Guests can enjoy a large terrace with direct access to the pool and an outdoor rain shower.

 

 

 

Amirandes Creta Villa

Room Size: 65m2
View: Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 2 adults and 2 children

 

These villas are in an elegantly landscaped courtyard and feature a private terrace with a luxurious infinity pool. The entrance to some villas includes a small fountain, providing an inviting first impression of the surroundings. They are ideal for families or couples seeking maximum privacy. The villas are spread over two floors and have a private terrace, sun deck, sunken lounge, dining area, sunbeds, umbrellas, and a private sea view balcony.

 

Luxury Beach Villa Two Bedroom Sea Front

Room Size: 75m2
View: Sea View
Sleeps: Upto 4 adults and 1 child

 

These elegant and spacious villas are the ideal choice for discerning travellers. Situated directly on an exclusive beach, each villa features two bedrooms, making them perfect for a family with a nanny or two couples. They have a private veranda with comfortable furniture, sunbeds, and an umbrella. Additionally, a landscaped garden offers direct access to the beach area.

 

 

Amirandes The Restaurant

The hotel’s main restaurant offers a delightful blend of traditional Mediterranean cuisine and international delicacies. Guests can enjoy extensive breakfast and dinner buffets featuring healthy and vegetarian options and fresh specialities prepared by our chefs.

 

The restaurant has four dining areas overlooking an ornamental lagoon, providing a beautiful setting. Live music enhances the atmosphere during breakfast and dinner on selected days.

Minotaur

Pablo Picasso depicted himself as a Minotaur, the half-man, half-bull creature from the Labyrinth of Knossos in Crete, near Amirandes. Since 2013, the “Minotaur” restaurant at Amirandes has featured a remarkable collection of Picasso ceramics inspired by this mythical figure. These pieces, part of his Madoura collection from Vallauris, France, include stunning vases and pitchers that showcase his talent as a painter and sculptor.

 

“Minotaur” offers a unique dining experience, blending artistic flair with exceptional Italian cuisine and wine pairings. Guests can dine outdoors by the lagoon, enjoying an imaginative international menu set against a beautiful waterfront.

Lago di Candia

A stunning waterfront location sets the perfect scene for an elegant dinner. The Lago di Candia is a sparkling à la carte restaurant offering a menu that features prime steaks and fresh fish grilled to perfection.

 

Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the endless horizon of the Cretan Sea. Exceptional wines and popular music enhance the spectacular scenery as the sun sets into the deep blue sea.

Xasteria

Xasteria honours Cretan cuisine with a menu full of island flavours. Cretans enjoy long meals, sipping raki or wine while discussing various topics. Xasteria offers a village-style menu crafted from the freshest ingredients sourced from local villages, including organic produce from Grecotel’s Agreco Farm.

 

Crete’s rich soil yields some of the highest quality produce in the country, contributing to a diet that is widely regarded as one of the healthiest in the world. Most of the ingredients served in Amirandes’ restaurants are locally sourced.

Blue Monkey

Blue Monkey offers freshly prepared Oriental delicacies with modern twists on Eastern favourites. The breathtaking sunsets provide a stunning backdrop for an avant-garde Asian dining experience.

Petrino

Petrino, which means “stone” in Greek, is the beachfront seafood restaurant at Amirandes. Enjoy simple and stylish al fresco lunches with stunning seascapes. The succulent fish and seafood are as fresh as the gentle sea breeze at this waterfront location. Share a Greek meze with friends, sample local delicacies, or order the freshest fish and seafood in Crete from the day’s catch.

Labyrinth

The Labyrinth Lounge Bar embodies the resort’s luxurious details and cosmopolitan atmosphere. It is a popular spot for enjoying a ‘sundowner’ while taking in spectacular views of the lagoon and sea from the signature sunken seats, which create the sensation of floating on the water. As you unwind with your drink or cocktail, you can savour the soothing sounds of live evening music.

Knossos Patisserie

Discover organic herbal teas and traditional homemade “kaloudia.” This is a ritual not to be missed and always cherished!

Elixir Alchemy Spa

This unique hotel spa in Crete is a true sanctuary for the senses and the ultimate destination for pampering. It offers a sauna, massage rooms, and a seafront beach massage area. Redefining holiday spa experiences, the spa features signature treatments that use organic plants and extracts from Crete’s rare and aromatic herbs.

 

Inspired by the Minoan civilization, the oldest in Europe, this spa provides an exquisite blend of relaxation, elegance, and exceptional service.

Gym

The gym offers a state-of-the-art fitness experience designed for all wellness enthusiasts. It is equipped with top-of-the-line equipment and provides a variety of fitness classes, making it ideal for beginners and seasoned athletes.

 

Whether you aim to build strength, enhance endurance, or relax with yoga, the gym provides a serene environment and expert trainers who ensure a revitalising and practical workout session.

The Combination of 2 F's

Experience a comprehensive approach to wellness with our personalised fitness and nutrition program. The expert chefs will craft delicious, balanced meals designed to meet your dietary needs, and the certified fitness instructors will create a workout plan that aligns with your fitness goals.

 

Together, they ensure that every aspect of your stay is tailored to enhance your overall well-being, helping you feel your best physically and mentally.

Grecoland

Grecoland is an exciting and creative children’s club tailored for kids. It boasts lively benches, shelves overflowing with art supplies like paints and crayons, and various costumes, crafts, and activities for children aged 4 to 12 years old.

 

Open six days a week during the season, Grecoland provides a whimsical holiday experience filled with enjoyable adventures.

Grecoteens

Teenagers can participate in a variety of activities, including beach volleyball, beach soccer, basketball, table tennis, and dance classes such as hip-hop and Greek dance.

 

With numerous outdoor activities and opportunities to connect with new friends, every moment is a chance to create lasting memories.

GrecoBaby

GrecoBaby offers essential equipment for your convenience, including cots, bed rails, baby monitors, pushchairs/buggies, trainer steps, potties, bouncy chairs, baby bathtubs, toilet trainer seats, changing mats, and bottle sterilizers (please note that some items may incur a nominal fee). Nappy changing facilities are also available in public restrooms.

 

Additionally, babysitting services can be arranged for an extra charge; requests should be made directly to the hotel prior to arrival.

Pools

Main Pool
Olympic-size Seawater Main Pool

 

Children’s Pool
Freshwater Pool

 

Indoor Pool
Freshwater Pool (heated April & October)

Sports

2 Floodlit Tennis Courts

 

1 Paddle Court

 

Mini Soccer

 

Street Basketball

 

Beach Volley

 

Table Tennis

 

Boccia

 

Swimming Lessons

 

E-Bike Service

 

Horse Riding

 

Water Sports

Snorkelling

 

Jet Ski

 

Canoes

 

Kayak

 

Wind Surfing

 

Pedal Boats

 

Boat Safari

 

Fishing Excursions

 

Sailing Cruises

Meal Plans

Dine Club
Experience an exciting half-board dining concept that offers a variety of options and extra benefits. Enjoy credits at selected restaurants in Grecotel Resorts throughout Crete and free dining for kids—delight in complimentary breakfast and lunch or dinner, along with a credit allowance at fantastic venues. For every seven-night stay, you can also indulge in two free à la carte dinners, including the option to dine at the renowned Agreco Farm.

 

Drinks and beverages are not included.

 

Comfort All-In
For a truly stress-free holiday experience, consider upgrading to the “Comfort All-In Package.” With this upgrade, you’ll enjoy dinner included in your Dine Club Halfboard, lunch, drinks and beverages, and snacks at designated times throughout the day.

 

Mobile Services

Grecotel App
A comprehensive guide about your stay, restaurant reservations, and hotel services.

 

24h WhatsApp Concierge
Designated staff members can be contacted via WhatsApp to assist guests with any requests or inquiries they may have.

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