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Erato Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers soak up the sun on a beautiful rooftop terrace or spend leisurely afternoons beside the seasonal pool in gardens that create a peaceful retreat.

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Located near Sarandaris Beach, Erato Hotel offers a quiet getaway with a breakfast buffet, rooftop terrace, garden, and seasonal outdoor pool. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, laundry services, and proximity to Crete Golf Club. Relax in outdoor spaces and unwind each morning.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite (Quadruple) Bedroom & Living Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Junior Suite (Quadruple) Bedroom & Living Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite (Triple) Bedroom & Living Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Junior Suite (Double) Bedroom & Living Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Hersonissos, Erato Hotel is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of Hersonissos and Crete Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stalis Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Star Beach Water Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, water skiing and parasailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Hersonissos travel guide
Map
Main Street, Kokkíni Khánion, Hersonissos, Crete, 715 00

What's nearby

  • Heraklion Port which includes a marina
    Heraklion Port
    12 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Two sun loungers and a parasol at the beach, Stalida, Stalis, Crete, Greece, Europe
    Stalis Beach
    14 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Dinosauria Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cretaquarium
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Star Beach Water Park
    11 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Avra Cafe Snack Bar
    15 min walk
  • Mitsis Restaurant
    1 min drive
  • Αθιβολή • Athivoli
    1 min drive
  • Noi Noi
    4 min drive
  • Pita Pita
    2 min drive

About this property

Erato Hotel

Hotel near Crete Golf Club
Consider a stay at Erato Hotel and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • A TV in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Erato Hotel feature perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 24-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and cribs/infant beds

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (EUR 2 for 30 minutes)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1981
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Housekeeping services are available 6 days per week, excluding Sundays.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 7.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: EUR 2 (for 30 minutes, rates may vary)
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 2 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 7.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1039Κ013A0019700

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 April to October

Property is also known as

Erato Chersonissos
Erato Hotel Chersonissos
Erato Hotel Gouves
Erato Hotel
Erato Gouves
Erato Hotel Hotel
Erato Hotel Hersonissos
Erato Hotel Hotel Hersonissos

Frequently asked questions

Does Erato Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Erato Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Erato Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Erato Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Erato Hotel located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Port of Hersonissos, Crete Golf Club, and Star Beach Water Park. Heraklion Port and Heraklion Archaeological Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Erato Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you have a vehicle to get around to other areas of Crete
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming property and staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Despina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Staff & service

Late Arrival Overnight Stay

Hotel ok for a quick overnight. A little tired though the staff are superb. Nice breakfast too
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/10 Poor

CLAUDE, cannes

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

pas terrible

hotel absolument pas insonorisé, lorsque les gens passent dans les couloirs vous avez l'impression qu'ils sont dans votre chambre..!!

8/10 Good

Thomas, Dundee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice clean friendly hotel, good home cooked food

Pre booked this hotel for one night after coming off Ferry from Santorini. Weather was terrible, ferry was late and even though we didn't get to hotel till 11pm, they kept back some Chicken Stew and potatoes for us (we had paid for the evening meal and would totally recommend taking this option). Room was clean, air con, small tv, bathroom clean, shower was good, bed was a little hard for my liking however if you have been to Greece you know this is the norm. Great price per night and could not fault the friendliness or customer service. Thanks again.

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Erato hotel

We used Erato Hotel as a stop gap bfore going on to our booking in makry giolas, the hotel staff were very good and helped us locate a nice hire car. Very accomodating place with lots of lovely eateries not far on foot

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

I had a lovely time here with my boyfriend. The staff were wonderful and the food was incredible! Everything was always clean and it was a lovely hotel suitable for families. There is a bit of a walk to the beach but worth it if your looking for something a bit out the way. The bus stop to the airport and town is right outside and it's in walking distance to Crete Aquarium and Dinosauria. I would definitely recommend it to anyone. And if your stuck for things to do while your there the staff know the island well. They can advise you where to go and you can hire a car off them for a good price.

8/10 Good

lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hôtel accueillant, à 10 mn des plages

Très bon séjour, nous avons beaucoup utilisé le bus (arrêt à proximité), confortable, accessible, pratique et facile. L'hôtel permet la location de voiture dans des conditions aisées.

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Staff & service

Ruhiges, kleines Hotel

Wir haben dort 3 wunderschöne Wochen verbracht. Die Freundlichkeit der ganzen Familie - Vater, Mutter, Söhne und Enkelkinder - und vor allem von Maria, der Angestellten, und auch dem anderen Personal, ist kaum zu toppen. Alle sind stets gut gelaunt und hilfsbereit. Sonntags wird 2 Stunden (incl. Getränken) gegrillt (gegen Aufpreis), Donnerstags gibt es einen Bouzouki-Abend (gegen Aufpreis), bei dem alle Gäste beim Tanzen und allerhand Späßchen mit einbezogen werden. Das fördert natürlich auch die Kontakte zu anderen Gästen. Außerdem kann man im bzw. über das Hotel preiswerte Autos leihen. Bei Wochenbuchung kann man sogar aufteilen in 1 x 3 und 1 x 4 Tage. Das fanden wir sehr angenehm, da man dann mal eine Pause zwischendurch machen kann. Bushaltestellen liegen fast vor der Haustür. Man kann in alle Richtungen fahren bzw. in Heraklion (ca. 15 km entfernt) umsteigen).

4/10 Poor

Anne Marie

Hôtel accueillant au premier abord

Hotel uniquement fréquenté par des Allemands seuls Français nous nous sommes trouvés très isolés .Le propriétaire n'était absolument pas aimable !!!Il ne nous a pas adressé ni un sourire ni une parole pendant toute la semaine de notre séjour;Pour les repas le petit déjeuner m'a paru très léger et le repas du soir sous forme de buffet manquait de finesse et de fantaisie (nous aurions aimé quelques plats typiquement crétois ) .

10/10 Excellent

Nigel, Schwabenland, D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 Nächte im Erato !!

Einfaches, sauberes, inhaber-/familiengeführtes Hotel mit 3 Sternen. Sehr günstiges Upgrade auf Halbpension war vor Ort überhaupt kein Problem. Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal mit guten Deutschkenntnissen. Ich habe am Essen (vorwiegend griechische Küche) nichts auszusetzen - doch die Geschmäcker sind verschieden.

8/10 Good

den

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

intéressant non loin de l'aéroport des plages

accueillant, sympathique . séjour agréable

8/10 Good

andrée, france

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Idéal pour une étape ou un point de départ pour vi

L'accueil familial, convivial, la cuisine copieuse et excellente, la terrasse, la piscine, le balcon et l'insonorisation dans les chambres sont un plus incontestable, la localisation près de l'aéroport et de la voie rapide en sont un autre. Nous y étions mi-octobre, en fin de saison, il y avait peu de monde dans l’hôtel et sur la route qui passe devant....c'était un très bon séjour et un excellent point de départ pour rayonner dans l'île.

6/10 Okay

Bill, Oxfordshire, UK.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Lots of stairs but no lift.

On arrival at about 00:30 we found a note pinned to the door giving us a number to ring to be let in. Staff seemed unaware that we were travelling on a flight due in at 23:00 (and which was 30 minutes late). Our first room was disappointing, at the top of five flights of stairs and was very noisy with only one tatty bedside lamp. The only TV channels were Greek or German. There is no lift, so wheel-chair access would be out of the question. All rooms could only be accessed via stairs making it difficult even for some older people. Staff were helpful in re-locating us to a slightly more accessible room the next morning and retuning the TV to a single English channel (BBC News). Some staff were very helpful and friendly, indeed anxious to please. A noisy air-conditioning unit made sleeping difficult as the choice was either quiet but hot, or noisy but cool. Food was adequate and a good choice. Breakfast was Greek/Continental. Hospitality was geared towards German guests who were in the large majority. No problem with that but it made socialising difficult as neither of us speak much German and there seemed to be no other anglophone guests. The only car parking is on-street, which could sometimes be some distance from the hotel. The nearest beach with taverna was some 15-20 minutes walk away.

2/10 Terrible

erica, monza

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

HOTEL NEGATIVO !!!!

I servizi di pulizia dell'hotel erano molto scarsi praticamente inesistenti, non pulivano le camere, non cambiano lenzuola e asciugamani, non pulivano bicchieri e bagni...in 12 giorni di permanenza non hanno MAI PULITO! il personale maleducato ....l'hotel ha tre stelle ma dovrebbe averne una ....vi sconsiglio di andarci!!!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good value for a sleep over

We used this hotel for a sleep over after late arrival. For that it provides good value.

4/10 Poor

Morris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Hotel Erato di Gournes a Creta

Consigliamo a Expedia di togliere l'albergo dall'elenco degli hotel di Creta o di declassarlo a 2 stelle, soprattutto per l'atteggiamento del personale verso il cliente, per la qualità del cibo e le condizioni dei servizi igienici poco agibili.

8/10 Good

Hagit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ilias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities