Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort, an exquisite five-star haven along Crete's sun-kissed Gouves coastline, enchants with its Minoan-inspired elegance, blending fragrant gardens, palm-fringed lagoons, and an Olympic-sized seawater pool to create a serene sanctuary of sophisticated hospitality.
The 212 rooms, suites, villas, and bungalows unfold with refined grace, featuring air-conditioned comfort, flat-screen TVs, safes, minibars, and en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs, plush bathrobes, slippers, and premium toiletries. Floor-to-ceiling windows and soothing Mediterranean hues craft tranquil retreats, with select units boasting private pools and sea views. Attentive staff orchestrate seamless experiences, from curated Knossos tours to family-friendly kids' club activities, fostering a sense of belonging amid Crete's vibrant pulse.
Dining across ten venues captivates, from the Amirandes Main Restaurant's Mediterranean and international buffets to Lago Di Candia's gourmet seafood grills and Minotaur's Italian fare amid Picasso ceramics. Xasteria celebrates Cretan flavours, while Blue Monkey offers Eastern-inspired dishes. Bars by the pool, lagoon, and beach serve cocktails and sundowners, with the Sunset Lounge's Tiki and sushi evenings under Cretan skies. A daily breakfast brims with organic yogurts, homemade juices, and local pastries. Guests can immerse in curated experiences, from tennis on floodlit courts to exploring Heraklion's markets, capturing Crete's timeless rhythm with effortless grace.
Nestled 21 kilometers from Heraklion and 18 kilometers from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, with Knossos Palace 23 kilometers away, Amirandes offers seamless access with free WiFi. An Elixir Alchemy Spa with Cretan herb treatments, indoor pool, sauna, three tennis courts, a 5x5 football pitch, and a private sandy beach elevate the experience, ensuring serene renewal in a setting of coastal splendor.
I spent a week at the Amirandes with my family. It was possibly the best hotel experience I've ever had! Everything was outstanding -- the room, the food, the cleanliness, the friendliness and...
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The beach volleyball activity at Amirandes Grecotel was absolutely amazing! What more can you ask for than relaxing in Greece, playing beach volleyball with an incredible instructor and human being...
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Before we visited Amirandes we were in the Emirates for a week. I don't like to compare resorts because they each have their different beautiful places. Amirandes is amazing and really a resort to...
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I had an absolutely amazing time in Amirandes. From rooms to facilities and dining experience, everything is spotless. What stands out the most is their incredible fitness and sports team, Niki and...
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