Magda Hotel Club

🏖️ Close to the sandy beach (around 100m stroll)
🏊 Swim-up, outdoor whirlpool and private-pool rooms available
🪟 Fresh, modern design across rooms and public areas
🏙️ Relaxing rooftop pool with sunbathing terrace
🍹 Great-value All Inclusive with snacks and ice cream
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 149 | Blocks: 7 | Floors: 2 | Lifts: None
Board options: All Inclusive
Child age for pricing: up to 11 years

Magda Hotel Club is set in the resort of Gouves on Crete’s north coast, a relaxed base that combines sandy beaches with a low-key promenade of tavernas and cafés. You’re just 100m from the shoreline and about 200m from the resort centre, so everything from seafront strolls to family-friendly restaurants is easily walkable.

Gouves itself offers two sides: Kato Gouves down by the sea for beach time and sunset drinks, and the traditional hillside village of Pano Gouves with whitewashed houses, churches and sweeping views for a more authentic Cretan feel. Cretaquarium and other family attractions are just a short drive away, making this a convenient base for exploring Heraklion’s coast.

Beach: approx. 100m
Gouves resort centre: approx. 200m
Cretaquarium (Gournes): approx. 5–10 minutes’ drive
Heraklion city & harbour: approx. 20km
Heraklion (HER) airport: approx. 17km
Approx. transfer time from airport: 30 minutes

Gouves, Crete (Heraklion Area), Greece

Magda Hotel Club keeps things simple and satisfying with a solid All Inclusive offering and a focus on buffet variety and family favourites.

Calypso Restaurant – The main buffet restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a mix of Greek and international dishes plus show cooking. Highchairs and microwaves are available for families with younger children.

Mama Magda Snack Pizzeria – A relaxed buffet-style snack venue on the terrace, ideal for pizzas, light bites and casual refuelling between main meals.

Dionysus Bar – The main bar and snack bar on the terrace, open roughly 10:00–23:00 for local drinks, selected cocktails and hot and cold beverages as part of your All Inclusive package.

Snacks such as sandwiches, waffles and ice cream are typically available for a minimum of three hours per day, keeping kids (and grown-ups) happy between buffet sittings. A smart dress code may apply for dinner and some facilities, times or drink brands can vary by season and board arrangement.

What All Inclusive typically includes.

Water babies are spoilt for choice here. Across the resort you’ll find:

• Five outdoor freshwater pools, including a dedicated children’s section, family-friendly pools where inflatables and water toys are permitted, a pool with waterfall feature and a relaxing outdoor pool with whirlpool. All have sunbathing areas with sunbeds and parasols.

• A rooftop freshwater pool on the terrace for a more peaceful sunbathing spot and elevated views.

• A heated indoor freshwater pool (usually heated from mid-April to the end of May), ideal for cooler days at the start of the season.

Pool towels are available for a deposit or local charge. Facilities and opening dates/times may vary by pool and season.

The sandy beach is around 100m away, so you can easily swap between pool time and the sea throughout the day.

Stay active or simply unwind with a spread of leisure facilities:

Sport & fitness
• Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights and strength equipment (typically 18+, open roughly 09:00–20:00)
• Courts and areas for badminton, basketball, tennis and volleyball
• Mini-golf and petanque
• Table tennis and darts

Spa & wellbeing
• Small spa area with sauna, whirlpool and massage treatments (local charges apply, typical hours 10:00–19:00)

Other facilities
• 24-hour equivalent reception services with currency exchange (local charge may apply) and luggage storage
• Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
• Certified Sustainable Hotel, reflecting a commitment to greener practices

A full daytime and evening entertainment programme runs in high season, with water-based games, family activities and shows – see the Activities section for more details.

Standard Double Room
Sleeps 2–3. Comfortable, traditionally styled rooms with a double or twin beds and space for an extra bed. Bathroom with bath and shower attachment or walk-in shower.
Room facilities include: flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fridge, kettle and coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, balcony or terrace, and daily cleaning. Safety deposit box available for a local charge.

Superior Double Room
Sleeps 2–3. Upgraded, more modern décor with shower bathroom and similar facilities to Standard Doubles, plus a little extra comfort. Available also for Sole Use for solo travellers.

Deluxe Double Room
Sleeps 2–3. Fresh, contemporary rooms with extra touches such as USB charging ports and walk-in shower. Available in standard occupancy or for Sole Use.

Premium Double Room with Outdoor Whirlpool
Sleeps 2–3. Ideal for couples, these feature a balcony with an outdoor whirlpool tub, USB charging ports and a sleek shower bathroom. Also available for Sole Use.

Premium Double Room with Individual Pool
Sleeps 2–3. Step out onto your terrace to enjoy your own individual pool – a real treat if you like privacy and lazy days by the water. Also available for Sole Use.

Swim-Up Premium Double Room
Sleeps 2–3. Modern premium doubles with a terrace giving direct access to a shared swim-up pool, perfect for easy dips throughout the day. Also offered for Sole Use.

Single and Sole Use Rooms
Standard, Superior, Deluxe and certain Premium room types are available for Sole Use, making Magda Hotel Club a good option for solo travellers wanting their own space without losing hotel facilities.

Family Rooms & Suites
• Standard Open Plan Family Room – Sleeps 4. Open-plan layout with sleeping space for up to four guests, bathroom with bath and shower attachment or shower.
• Superior Open Plan Family Room – Sleeps 4. Updated design with shower bathroom and all standard facilities.
• Deluxe Open Plan Family Room – Sleeps 4. The most modern open-plan option with USB charging ports and shower bathroom.
• One Bedroom Family Room – Sleeps up to 5. Separate bedroom plus living/sleeping area, good for larger or multigenerational families.
• Superior One Bedroom Family Room – Sleeps up to 5. Contemporary styling and shower bathroom for more comfort.

All rooms benefit from air conditioning, balcony or terrace (except some premium pool configurations which may be terrace only), free Wi-Fi, fridge, kettle, hairdryer and daily cleaning service. Exact layout, views and furnishings may vary between blocks and room categories.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎯 Daily activities programme (seasonal, roughly April–November)
⚽ Small team games, family games and team sports
🏀 Basketball, volleyball, badminton and tennis
⛳ Mini-golf and petanque
🏓 Table tennis and darts
🎭 Arts, crafts, drama and music sessions
💦 Water-based activities and pool games
🎤 Evening entertainment with quizzes, karaoke, bingo, live music, professional shows and rep cabaret
🕺 Mini-disco for children in the evenings (seasonal)

🛎️ Reception with luggage storage and currency exchange (local charge may apply)
🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
🧴 Spa with sauna, whirlpool and massage treatments (extra charge)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids’ and teens’ clubs (seasonal; 4–12yrs and 13–17yrs)
🧸 Children’s playground with swings, slide and climbing frame
🍽️ Highchairs and microwaves in the restaurant for families
🧼 Daily housekeeping and towel change
✈️ ATOL-protected packages with transfers when booked via Travelisto
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Gouves is a versatile Crete resort offering relaxed beaches, a 3km coastal promenade for evening strolls, and easy access to traditional villages such as Pano Gouves on the slopes of Mount Ederi. Cretaquarium and other family attractions are close by, and Heraklion city is within day-trip distance for culture and shopping.

Key facts
• Country: Greece
• Region: Crete (Heraklion Area)
• Resort: Gouves
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +2 (may vary with daylight saving)
• Average UK–Heraklion flight time: around 4.5 hours

Hotel details
• Official rating: 4 star
• Rooms: 149 across 7 low-rise blocks (2 floors, no lifts)
• Board: All Inclusive
• Typical check-in: from 15:00; check-out: by 11:00 (subject to change)

Accessibility & extras
The property is spread across several low-rise blocks without lifts, so ground-floor room requests may be preferable for guests with reduced mobility. Some activities, facilities and entertainment are seasonal and subject to weather or occupancy. Local charges may apply for certain services, including spa treatments, premium drinks and safety deposit boxes.

Information is based on the latest supplier details and may change; you’ll receive up-to-date information in your travel documents. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

Magda Hotel Club Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Magda Hotel Club from the beach?
Magda Hotel Club is around 100 metres from the beach in Gouves, meaning you can walk from the hotel to the sand in just a couple of minutes via local streets. This makes it easy to split your day between pool time and the sea without needing transport.

2. Is Magda Hotel Club All Inclusive, and what’s typically included?
Yes, Magda Hotel Club operates on an All Inclusive basis. The package usually includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, plus snacks such as sandwiches, waffles and ice cream for at least three hours per day. Local wine, beer, spirits, selected cocktails and soft drinks are generally served from around 10:00–23:00 in the bars. Exact inclusions, serving times and drink lists can change by season or hotel policy, so always check the latest details on arrival.

3. Does Magda Hotel Club have family rooms and children’s facilities?
The hotel is very family-orientated. There are open-plan and one-bedroom family rooms sleeping up to four or five guests, several outdoor pools with children’s sections, a playground, and seasonal kids’ clubs for ages 4–12 and 13–17 offering crafts, games, sports, movie nights and water-based fun. Highchairs and a microwave are available in the restaurant, and there’s a mini-disco and family-focused entertainment in the evenings during the main season.

4. Are there swim-up or private-pool rooms at Magda Hotel Club?
Yes. Guests can book Premium Double Swim-Up rooms with direct access from the terrace to a shared swim-up pool, or Premium Double rooms with an Individual Pool, giving you your own private pool space. There are also whirlpool balcony rooms with outdoor hot tubs. Many of these premium categories are offered both for couples and as Sole Use for solo travellers.

5. What sports and wellness facilities are available?
Magda Hotel Club has an air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment, free weights and fixed strength machines, plus courts and areas for badminton, basketball, tennis, volleyball, mini-golf, petanque, table tennis and darts. For relaxation, there’s a spa area with a sauna, whirlpool and massage treatments available for an extra charge, as well as multiple pools including a rooftop pool and a heated indoor pool in the cooler months.

6. How long is the transfer from Heraklion Airport, and is Gouves a good base?
The transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Magda Hotel Club is approximately 30 minutes by shared coach under normal traffic conditions. Gouves is a good, flexible base: it has a sandy beach, a long seafront promenade, easy access to nearby attractions like Cretaquarium, and traditional villages such as Pano Gouves nearby for a more authentic Cretan experience.

7. Is Wi-Fi available at Magda Hotel Club?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout Magda Hotel Club, including in public areas and guest rooms. Speeds may vary depending on location within the hotel and overall usage, but it’s generally suitable for browsing, messaging and light streaming.