Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for all ages – from tots to teens to grandparents
💦 On-site waterpark, twin aqua parks and splash park included
🏖️ Just 300m from Gouves’ sandy beach and seafront promenade
🤝 Relaxed, friendly atmosphere and family-sized rooms
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (local classification)
Travelisto recommended rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: All Inclusive Plus
Child age guideline: up to 11 years for many offers
Rooms: 363 in 25 blocks | Floors: 3 | Lifts: 6

Set in the heart of relaxed Gouves on Crete’s north coast, Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort puts you within easy reach of everything you need. Wander a few minutes to the seafront for golden sand, calm shallows and a string of tavernas, cafés and bars along the promenade.

The resort of Gouves itself is made up of beachy Kato Gouves and the more traditional hillside village of Pano Gouves up on Mount Ederi – ideal if you fancy a day of wandering narrow lanes, whitewashed houses and local tavernas. Popular Hersonissos, with its livelier nightlife and harbourfront, is just 8km away, while Cretaquarium and other family attractions are a short hop along the coast.

• In Gouves resort centre
• 300m to the sandy beach
• 8km to Hersonissos resort centre
• Short drive to Cretaquarium and neighbouring Gournes
Approx. transfer time from airport: 30 minutes (Heraklion – HER)

Gouves, Crete (Heraklion Area), Greece

With All Inclusive Plus as standard, family food runs like clockwork at Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort.

The main Dionyssos Buffet Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with live cooking stations, a mix of Greek, Mediterranean and international favourites, child-friendly options, highchairs and even microwaves for warming baby food.

In the evenings you can swap the buffet for one of the two à la carte restaurants:
• Umami Asian A La Carte – Chinese and Japanese-inspired dishes in a contemporary setting.
• Greek Restaurant – classic Cretan and Greek plates for laid-back, taverna-style dinners.

Snacks are an all-day affair thanks to the Artemis Pool Snack Bar, turning out gyros, pizza, burgers and ice cream between meals. Drinks-wise, you’re spoiled for choice:
• Apollon Entertainment Bar and Zeus Bar for evening cocktails and family shows
• Coral Bar, Splash Bar and Poseidon Pool Bar for chilled poolside refreshments
• Hermes Wine Bar & Terrace – adults-only for a quieter evening drink

Smart-resort dress codes apply in some venues and restaurant/bar opening times are seasonal. Board-specific supplements and reservations may apply, and details can change between seasons. What All Inclusive typically includes.

Water is the star of the show here. You’ll find:
• 7 outdoor freshwater pools including two dedicated children’s pools and a heated pool with children’s section in April
• Multiple sun terraces with loungers and parasols, where inflatables are generally permitted
• Two separate aqua parks packed with slides and chutes, operating extended daytime hours in season
• A splash park for younger children, complete with tipping bucket and water guns

Pool towels are available with a refundable deposit, so you can pack lighter. When you’re ready to swap slides for sea, the sandy beach is just 300m away, with typically calm waters ideal for paddling children. Facilities and opening dates/times can vary seasonally and by occupancy, and some slides have age, height or weight restrictions for safety.

Away from the waterpark, there’s still plenty to do:

Sport & fitness
• Gym with cardio equipment and free weights (16+; set opening hours)
• Aerobics and aqua aerobics sessions
• Darts, table tennis and volleyball
• Football and paddle facilities (some activities or equipment may incur a local charge)

Spa & wellness
• Spa with sauna, steam room and whirlpool
• A menu of massages and beauty treatments
• Selected spa facilities and treatments have minimum age limits and local charges

Family-friendly extras
• On-site mini-market for beach toys and essentials
• Reception offering hire of baby equipment such as bottle warmers, kettles and pushchairs (charges may apply)

Opening dates and operating hours of facilities can vary by season and occupancy.

Single Room
Perfect for solo travellers or as an annex to a larger family booking, these rooms sleep 1 guest (plus an infant). Expect a bright, modern space with: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, coffee-making facilities and kettle, minibar (charge), shower room, hairdryer, air conditioning and a balcony or terrace. Daily cleaning; linen and towels typically changed every three days.

Double or Twin Room
Ideal for couples or small families, these rooms sleep 2–3 guests with a double or twin beds and an additional single bed for a third person. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, coffee-making set and kettle, minibar*, hairdryer, shower bathroom, air conditioning and balcony or terrace. Daily cleaning; linen/towel changes every three days.

Maisonette
A great option for families who like a bit of separation without fully separate bedrooms. These open-plan, split-level maisonettes sleep 2–4 guests, with a double bed on the upper level and two single beds on the lower level. You’ll have a balcony, flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, coffee-making facilities and kettle, minibar*, shower room, hairdryer and air conditioning.

Swim-Up Maisonette
For an extra treat, Swim-Up Maisonettes give you direct access from your terrace to a shared swim-up pool with sunbeds reserved for your use. They’re split-level and open-plan, sleeping 2–3 guests, with a double bed upstairs and a sofa bed downstairs. Facilities mirror the standard maisonette plus terrace, sunbeds and shared pool access.

Family Room
Designed for larger families, these rooms sleep 2–5 guests (plus an infant) and offer a separate bedroom with double or twin beds and a lounge area with two sofa beds. There’s plenty of space, plus a balcony or terrace, flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, coffee-making set and kettle, minibar*, shower bathroom, hairdryer and air conditioning.

Family Suite
Family Suites sleep up to 4 guests and are located on higher floors. They feature two separate sleeping areas divided by a partition: twin beds for adults and two single beds for children. Guests staying here enjoy access to a dedicated Family Suites outdoor pool. All usual room comforts are included: balcony, TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, coffee-making facilities and kettle, minibar*, shower bathroom, hairdryer and air con.

Family Suite with Swim-Up
These premium family spaces offer two separate bedrooms – one for adults with twin or double bed (on request) and one with two singles for children – plus a terrace with sunbeds and direct access to a shared swim-up pool. Added touches include a fridge alongside the minibar*, and all standard amenities: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, coffee-making facilities, kettle, shower room, hairdryer and air conditioning.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎢 On-site waterpark with slides and two aqua parks
💦 Splash park with tipping bucket and water guns
🏊 Multiple pools for swimming and playing
🏐 Sports such as football, tennis, paddle and volleyball
🏓 Table tennis, darts and organised games
🤸 Aerobics and aqua aerobics sessions
🎭 Frequent daytime activities from small team games to family challenges (seasonal)
🎤 Evening entertainment including quizzes, karaoke, in-house shows, mini-disco, live music, DJs and professional performances (programme varies by season)

🛎️ 24-hour reception with concierge-style assistance
🍼 Hire of baby and toddler equipment such as bottle warmers, kettles and pushchairs (on request; local charges may apply)
🧼 Daily housekeeping with linen and towel changes approximately every three days
🛒 On-site mini-market for essentials, snacks and beach gear
🧴 Spa with sauna, steam room, whirlpool and treatment rooms (charges apply)
💇 On-site beauty treatments (extra charge)
🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout the resort
🧸 Children’s club (4–12 yrs) operating six days per week in season, plus shaded playground
🚐 Coach transfers available when booked as part of a package
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel working to a GSTC-recognised standard

Gouves offers a relaxed alternative to Crete’s busier resorts. You’ve got around 3km of seafront promenade to wander, dotted with tavernas and cafés, plus the traditional village of Pano Gouves up on the hillside for a taste of authentic Cretan life. Nearby highlights include Cretaquarium and family-friendly attractions along the coast towards Hersonissos.

• Country: Greece
• Island/region: Crete (Heraklion Area)
• Resort: Gouves
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +2 hours
• Average UK–Heraklion flight time: around 4.5 hours

Hotel information is based on previous seasons and may change; some activities and facilities are weather or occupancy dependent and may carry a local charge. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the waterpark at Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort included?
Yes. Access to the on-site waterpark, the two aqua parks with slides and the splash park is included for guests staying at Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort. Specific slides may have age, height or weight restrictions for safety, and opening hours can vary by season and occupancy.

2. How far is Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort from the beach?
The hotel is approximately 300 metres from the sandy beach, so you can walk there in just a few minutes. The seafront promenade is lined with tavernas and cafés, ideal for an ice cream or sunset drink after a day in the waterpark.

3. What does All Inclusive Plus include at Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort?
All Inclusive Plus typically includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main Dionyssos Buffet Restaurant, one visit per stay to each à la carte restaurant (reservation required, with drinks payable apart from bottled water), snacks such as gyros, pizza, burgers and ice cream for at least three hours daily, and selected international branded drinks available for a minimum of 12 hours per day. The minibar is usually refilled every two days with water and soft drinks. Inclusions are based on the previous season and can change.

4. Is Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort suitable for young children?
Very much so. The resort offers two dedicated children’s pools, a splash park with gentler water features, a kids’ club for ages 4–12 years (usually operating six days per week in season), a shaded outdoor playground, family rooms and suites, and a friendly, informal atmosphere. The local beach also has typically calm waters that suit paddling children.

5. Does Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort have interconnecting or family rooms?
Instead of basic interconnecting doubles, Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort offers a good selection of purpose-designed family accommodation, including Family Rooms sleeping up to 5, Family Suites with two sleeping areas and access to a dedicated pool, and Family Suites with Swim-Up, which add a shared pool right off your terrace. Maisonettes and Swim-Up Maisonettes are great options for families who like split-level living.

6. Is Wi-Fi free at Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort, including in guest rooms and most public areas, making it easy to keep in touch or stream entertainment.

7. How long is the transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER)?
The transfer time between Heraklion Airport and Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort is around 30 minutes by coach under normal traffic conditions. Private transfers may be slightly quicker.

8. Are there quiet areas at Gouves Waterpark Holiday Resort if we want to relax?
Although the resort is very family-focused, there are quieter pool areas away from the main waterpark, and adults may enjoy relaxing evenings at Hermes Wine Bar & Terrace, which is adults-only. Off-site, the beach promenade and nearby Pano Gouves village are good options for more peaceful strolls and dinners.