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Diogenis Blue Palace, Gouves (Crete)

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About the Hotel

Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece, 70014
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“This hotel is just steps from the beautiful beach, making it perfect for a sun-soaked getaway!”view full review

Diogenis Blue Palace is a 4-star hotel featuring beachfront access with a private beach and various pools, ideal for families. Amenities include a poolside bar, airport pick-up service, and complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Diogenis Blue Palace offer air conditioning, LCD TVs, and furnished balconies or terraces. All 106 guestrooms are equipped with mini fridges, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping services.

Dining & Entertainment

The hotel's restaurant serves a variety of Cretan and Mediterranean dishes with local beverages. Guests can enjoy snacks and drinks at the pool bar, and evening entertainment includes live music.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a children's pool, and a playground. The nearby beach provides sun loungers and umbrellas for guests to relax.

Transportation & Local Area

Diogenis Blue Palace is conveniently located near local bus services, providing easy transport access to Heraklion and Hersonissos. It is also within a short distance to the Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and various shops and restaurants.

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Diogenis Blue Palace offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room Sea View
Standard Double Room Sea View
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
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Family Room Sea View
Family Room Sea View
6 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
room details
Economy Family Room Semi basement
Economy Family Room Semi basement
4 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
room details
Economy Double room Semi basement
Economy Double room Semi basement
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
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Facilities

Diogenis Blue Palace offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Delicious Buffets!
“The buffet offerings were abundant and varied, featuring many tasty Greek dishes that satisfied everyone's palate, including good vegetarian options.” view full review
Relaxing Pool Area
“The pool area was meticulously maintained, providing a serene and relaxing atmosphere with comfortable sun loungers perfect for unwinding.” view full review
Lovely Sea View!
“Our room came with a beautiful sea view and a balcony, which made it a pleasure to enjoy stunning sunsets each evening.” view full review
Accessible Amenities
“The hotel ensured easy access to all facilities, allowing everyone to enjoy their stay without any hassle.” view full review

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Private beach
  • Vending machines
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Billiard tables

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Toys

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Diogenis Blue Palace Location

Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece, 70014
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Gouves, Gouves (Crete), Greece, 70014
City landmarks
Museum
Folklore Museum of Gouves
3200 ft
Aquarium
Cretaquarium
1.9 mi
Church
Saint Konstantinos Church
2600 ft
Amusement Park
Dinosauria Park
1.7 mi
Landmark
Tower Drosini
1.3 mi
Landmark
St Demetrius
1.4 mi
Landmark
Alter Turm
1.6 mi
Beach
Analipsi Beach
1.6 mi
Landmark
Planet Crete
1.6 mi
Landmark
Military area???
2.0 mi
Landmark
top of the hill
2.0 mi
Cave
Skotino Cave
2.3 mi
Landmark
Church of St. Paraskevi
2.3 mi
Landmark
Amphitheater
2.4 mi
Landmark
St. Hyazinth
2.4 mi
Landmark
Aposelemis canyon
2.6 mi
Landmark
Aposelemi Gorge
2.6 mi
Landmark
Gournes beach
2.7 mi
Landmark
Paralia Kokkini Chani
2.8 mi
Landmark
Mionoan Manor Nirou Khani
3.4 mi
Theme Park
Labyrinth Park
3.6 mi
Landmark
The Bronze
3.4 mi
Museum
Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre
4.3 mi
Amusement Park
Watercity
4.0 mi
Landmark
Maria Sanoudaki Ceramic
3.7 mi
Park
Acqua Plus Water Park
4.3 mi
Church
St. George's Chapel
3.9 mi
Landmark
Piskopiano Museum of Rural Life
4.3 mi
Nearby
Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos
1100 ft
Restaurants
Island Restaurant
300 ft
Leoforos Poseidonos
Limanaki Cafe Restaurant
100 ft
Beach Road
Sirroco Restaurant Bar
100 ft
200 meters from the Ag. Konstantinos church
George Taverna Bar
1800 ft
Vlixadas
Taverna Philipos
1100 ft
Opposite Agios Konstantinos church
Mylos
2000 ft
Marathonos/Vlyhadas
2 Friends Restaurant
1700 ft
Beach Gouves
Votsalo
1800 ft
Poseidonos Kato Gouves
Yacht
2600 ft
Seafront of Kato Gouvon
Getting around
City Centre
Gouves (Crete)32 min  ·  1.6 mi
Airports
Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)25 min  ·  10.1 mi
Sitia Public Airport (JSH)167 min  ·  69.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Diogenis Blue Palace serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Italian, Greek, Russian
Number of rooms:
43
Former name
Lyda Beach

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