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Golden Bay Boutique Hotel & Bungalows

★★★★·8.6/ 10Recommended
·Hotels
Arcade/game room24-hour front deskTerraceFree WiFiConcierge serviceOutdoor pool - seasonalAll 17 facilities +
Review
Official

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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Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-20

Guests praise the friendly staff, abundant breakfast, and spacious sea-view apartments, noting good value. Complaints focus on aging facilities, noise from planes and AC, small/pool cleanliness issues, and the necessity of renting a car due to location.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.6
Wi-Fi9.5
Cleanliness9.1
Rooms9.0
Value8.9
Facilities8.9
Surroundings8.8
Location8.4
PraisedExcellent and varied breakfast · Friendly and attentive staff · Beautiful sea views and spacious apartments · Clean and modern environment
ComplaintsBathroom too small · Pool too small and shallow · Air conditioning malfunction in some rooms · Missing basic amenities like towels

KEYSuitable for self-driving travelers valuing service and value. Avoid if sensitive to noise; car rental is essential.

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