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Golden Bay Boutique Hotel & Bungalows

Crete · Greece

Gournes 700 15View location

9.0/10Excellent53 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition8.8/108.8
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Golden Bay Boutique Hotel & Bungalows

This beachfront apartment complex enjoys an enviable location in the heart of the traditional village of Gournes. Guests will find a variety of lively tavernas and fine fish restaurants nearby. Heraklion is just 15 km away and it‘s a short drive to the picturesque village of Hersonissios.

The fascinating ruins at Knossos are just 22km away. The spacious, tastefully decorated studios and apartments all feature a kitchenette with fridge and microwave, as well as air conditioning, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Each studio has a private balcony overlooking the traditional paved courtyard.

Guests can enjoy a refreshing drink from the complex's many bars and the on-site restaurant serves traditional Cretan dishes and international cuisine on its terrace overlooking the sea. Guests can relax around the outdoor swimming pool and children will enjoy the small paddling pool and playground.

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When you stay at Golden Bay Boutique Hotel & Bungalows in Hersonissos, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Star Beach Water Park. This beach hotel is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Palace of Knossos and 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Stalis Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 42 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as separate sitting areas and electric kettles.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Beach services
Smoking areas
Childcare

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until Anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
    • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
    • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
    • The seasonal pool will be open from May to October.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special Instructions
    To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • Property Registration Number 1122750
  • Spoken Language

    Greek

    English

Nearby attractions

Dinosauria Park 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Gouves Beach 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Marina Beach 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Watercity Waterpark 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Karteros Beach 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Convention Centre Creta Maris 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
Aquaworld Aquarium 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Sarakino 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Port of Hersonissos 12.3 km / 7.7 mi
St. Paraskevi Church 12.4 km / 7.7 mi
Labyrinth Park 12.9 km / 8 mi
Acqua Plus Water Park 13.3 km / 8.3 mi
Saradari 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Star Beach Water Park 13.7 km / 8.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 42
  • apartment
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Clothes dryer
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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  • Poolside snack bar
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
Upon availability

Room types

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  • APARTMENT ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1

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    APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: APT.B1

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  • APARTMENT GRANDAPARTMENT • GRANDAPT.GD

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    APARTMENT GRAND

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    GRAND

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    Room code: APT.GD

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  • STUDIO basementSTUDIO • basementSTU.0E

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    Golden Bay Boutique Hotel & Bungalows

    STUDIO basement

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    basement

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    Room code: STU.0E

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDSAPT.2B

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    APARTMENT TWO BEDS

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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: APT.2B

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  • STUDIO SEA VIEWSTUDIO • SEA VIEWSTU.VM

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    STUDIO SEA VIEW

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    SEA VIEW

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    Room code: STU.VM

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  • APARTMENT GRAND WITH VIEWSAPARTMENT • GRAND WITH VIEWSAPT.GD-WV

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    APARTMENT GRAND WITH VIEWS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
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    GRAND WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: APT.GD-WV

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  • APARTMENT SEA VIEW ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • SEA VIEW ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1-VM

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    APARTMENT SEA VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    SEA VIEW ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B1-VM

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Golden Bay Boutique Hotel & Bungalows

9.0
Excellent
53 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
20 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2026
Asim
Great sea front location (beautiful sunset), walking distance to few restaurants, and with friendly staff. Rooms were spacious and clean and very functional, though not the most luxurious (likely 2-3 star). Included breakfast was also good. One thing I did not like is that the access to the hotel and vicinity is not that polished (area looks run down with an under developed feel, even though the hotel itself is decent and well maintained).
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Nicholas
The staff were amazing from initial late night check in to the bar staff: he even helped us with our cases. Joanna looked after the guest’s whilst running the pool bar with snacks also available ( fresh locally sourced food) during the day and was very friendly and caring. The breakfast team remembered our dietary requirements every morning and the breakfast itself was excellent with sea views whilst eating. The cleaning team were also very friendly and the hotel provided a large car park for the guests with cars. Our room was ideal and had sea views and felt the hotel is in a great location with the beach and tavernas nearby and only 15 minutes from the airport. Very happy with our stay and would definitely recommend to others.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
Jon
Very friendly, great location on sea front. Good dining options nearby. Couldn’t fault it. Will book again
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Krishneel
Yummy breakfast
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Miroslaw
Only one word: amazing.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2025
Ilana
Highly recommend this hotel. It’s very nice & the staff are very friendly. George our bartender was amazing. Restaurants near by and plenty of beach spots that are walkable. I love how helpful they are with baggage and giving you a place to shower & leave luggage even after you check out. Breakfast was also amazing.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2025
MOHAMED IMAD Eddine

Amazing place

Amazing hotel
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Leslie
We were there for one night but were treated like royalty.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2024
Ravi
All good but not great
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2024
Verified traveler

Water views and a cool breeze

A beautiful spot on the coast and a cool change after 36* in Athens.
Such friendly wonderful staff
Breakfast is such a good varied breakfast daily
Couldn’t fault the place
Nice pool Excellent all round
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2023
DaRhonda
Cute boutique hotel with great views. Staff was very accomodating as well.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2022
Stephen
This place is a hidden gem! 20 mins outside of Heraklion in a nice small town called Gournes. I honestly cannot say enough about this place. Staff is awesome. George at the front desk was very helpful and friendly. For example: we ordered a taxi pickup for leaving at 645am and he brought a bagged lunch to our room the night prior since we would miss the breakfast…..little things like that happened constantly. The guy at the restaurant was also a standout…wish I remembered his name. Every single staff member was fantastic.
Rooms were super clean and ac cooled the room down quickly. Food at the restaurant was great. Pool area and the pool bar was perfect too, awesome for families as we saw or couples like us. Wish I could put into words how much we enjoyed our stay here! Thanks so much for the experience!!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2022
Verified traveler
Really nice place and Rita and George are lovely!
Thanks for being great
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2022
Chris

Short stay

Very helpful with early check-out. Provided excellent Grab-bag, which we enjoyed at the airport.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2022
Michael
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Our room location was amazing next to the water. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone and will consider staying here many times.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Aug 2021
Dawn

Nice hotel

Lovely hotel/suites about 20 minutes drive from Heraklion city centre. The property is very nicely updated, clean, lovely pool. We were 4 travelers, 2 adults and 2 kids (ages 10 and 12). We stayed in a one bedroom suite overlooking the sea. Our bedroom was large with a nice balcony. The kids slept on convertible sofas that were very comfortable. Even with the sofas converted to beds, we still had plenty of room in the apartment. The kitchen was a nice size, but we didn't use it and there was also a nice table and chairs. The bathroom was clean with great water pressure. The property has a nice restaurant, bar by the pool and offers the use of pool/beach towels. Our only issue was there was only one air conditioner unit in the apartment. It was located in the bedroom and never seemed to cool down the main area very well. The bedroom was cooled off well, but not the main area and the kids were warm while sleeping. Overall, great place to stay and we'd recommend staying here! Lots of great restaurants within a short walking distance.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
09 Jun 2026
Jeniffer
Alles bestens :)
Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
27 Sep 2024
Verified traveler
Absolument pas digne d'un 4 etoiles... le petit dejeuner semble etre des restes de la veille
L'état des chambres.... vieillit, la clim fait un bruit infernale. La piscine est pleine de feuilles
Il n'y a pas grand choses à faire aux alentours, seulement quelques restaurants
La femme de ménage se permet de faire le ménage alors que vous êtes encore dans le logement en train de vous préparer... Bref, il y a tant de choses à redire, je déconseille
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2024
André
Extraordinary friendly staff. Very good breakfast.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2024
Sebastian
Als Zwischenstopp wirklich zu empfehlen ☺️
Leisure Partner

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Golden Bay Boutique Hotel & Bungalows
Gournes 700 15, Gournes, Greece

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