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- Aelius Hotel and Spa

Aelius Hotel & Spa
We are ideally located in the tranquil resort of Kato Gouves, 600m away from a sandy beach and very close in walking distance from shops, restaurants and bars.
CretAquarium, the International Exhibition Center of Crete and the picturesque village of Gouves are accessible within walking distance or a short drive. The Cretan Golf Club and two of the largest water parks are only a short drive away from our properties. Heraklion city, appox. 17 km. Our Hotels are easily accessed from Heraklion Intern. airport (14 km) and Heraklion port (17 km). Additionally taxi, car rental service is offered and the local bus station is only 150 m away from the hotel.
Aelius Hotel & Spa is a complex of 200 Rooms & Suites offering high quality accommodation with up to date technology and comfort. It features various room categories that can meet the needs of different age groups and are able to offer a unique holiday experience. Aelius Hotel combines high culinary quality with excellent service in a relaxing and cozy environment. Our commitment in the attention to detail is a basic ingredient in providing delicious dishes from Greek and International cuisine accompanied by a bottle of wine from our local and regional selection.
Sensus experience by Lavris Hotel Group provides an exclusive holiday experience in a private sanctuary where guests can enjoy, relax and gently let themselves be carried away in the immensity and beauty of the unique architecture and the aesthetics of the areas. Sensus Experience has 30 rooms & suites with special architectural touches and smart, ECO friendly technology that combines the sense of pure Cretan hospitality, while ensuring to serve the increased needs of the modern traveler. Sensus Experience guests, on exclusively basis, get access to a Sensus Snack Bar, a Sensus Ambassador who will assist them with their every need, and a swim-up pool. The rest of the facilities are commonly used and shared with the Aelius Hotel & Spa.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna and a fitness centre. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle.
Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.

The hotel was lovely, clean, well designed so rooms were not overlooking each other. The staff were super friendly, nothing was a problem, they even bought us blue cheese out specially at dinner to go with our wine. The food, there was so much choice at breakfast and dinner, and 99% of the time was hot. The rooms are clean and spacious with the comfiest bed I have ever had in Greece. Bathrooms fine, clean and functional. Wasn't keen on Gouves, seemed quite rundown, and possibly not showing at its best after the previous weeks storms. The hotel is up a hill from the town, which wasnt great for someone with mobility problems, but the hotel had a minibus run 3 times a day for those wanting it. Would definitely go back if I were coming back to Crete. Thank you for my birthday cake
5-star service, great food, great atmosphere, and great staff.
Very relaxing. Really good massage and would definitely recommend to anyone. I had Anna and was really impressed.
The atmosphere was lovely, with relaxing music and comfortable beds. Mike is a very good massage therapist and made it throughly enjoyable. The value for money was great too, would definitely recommend to friends. Thank you!
Sadly this was our final visit of 2026 but again my wife & I had an amazing time. All staff were endlessly helpful and nothing was too much trouble for anyone. Nena & Ramonda were especially great in the restaurant & looking after our accommodation. We have already booked for next year and are counting down the days until we return. Also thanks to Anazena, Sagufta & the reception team for being great + special mention to Bogdan! See you in 2027!
