Modeled after Minoan palaces, Amirandes plays with stone, wood, and water to create the feeling of a contemporary water palace. Arrival is purposefully calm, guiding guests toward the infinity pool for a cooling towel and a refreshing drink. Days move between a fine golden-sand cove, an Olympic-sized seawater pool, and the Elixir Alchemy Spa scented with Cretan herbs.
Dining with artful range
From waterfront grills to Asian flavors, dining spans lagoon, pool, and beach settings.
Spa rituals rooted in Crete
Signature treatments use organic herbs, plus indulgent multi-step spa journeys.
Cretan coastline, beautifully set
Two golden-sand coves with panoramic Cretan Sea views define the stay.
Amenities
Evenings at Labyrinth Lagoon Bar with live music
Beachfront sundowners with DJ cocktails at Sunset Lounge
Complimentary daily afternoon tea with local sweets
Floodlit tennis courts plus a padel court
Private boat excursions, including romantic sunset tours
Automated e-bike rentals with GPS-guided touring
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Located in Hersonissos, Amirandes, A Resort to Live is near the airport and on a private 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 and Malia Beach. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Acqua Plus Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking. Visit our Hersonissos travel guide
Kato Gouves, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 71110
What's nearby
Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos
3 min drive - 1.0 mile
Marina Beach
5 min drive - 1.7 miles
Crete Golf Club
10 min drive - 5.7 miles
Port of Hersonissos
13 min drive - 5.7 miles
Malia Beach
19 min drive - 13.4 miles
Getting around
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
19 min drive
Restaurants
Deseo Cafe
8 min drive
Mike's Pub
9 min drive
Romantic Bar
9 min drive
Sirtaki Family Tavern
4 min drive
Ambrosia Taverna
7 min drive
About this property
Amirandes, A Resort to Live
Luxury family-friendly hotel near Convention Centre Creta Maris
Located close to Crete Golf Club and Acqua Plus Water Park, Amirandes, A Resort to Live provides a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar, and a terrace. With a private beach, beach massages, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a facial, a massage, and a body treatment at Elixir Alchemy Spa, the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and seafood. The health club offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include beach volleyball, water skiing, and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a garden.
Other perks include:
An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
Free self parking
Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and 2 outdoor tennis courts
An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 204 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Changing tables, baby monitors, and baby baths
LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and deep soaking tubs
50-inch HDTVs with cable channels
Childcare services, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
All inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Amirandes, A Resort to Live are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Travelife. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
No Boutique Certification - This property has not received an official certification as a Boutique Hotel under the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel certification scheme.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
2 bars/lounges
5 restaurants
A beach bar
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Amirandes Main Restaurant
Blue Monkey (Asian)
Minotaur (Meditteranean)
Petrino (Sea Food)
Xasteria (Cretan)
Things to do
2 outdoor tennis courts
Basketball
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Bicycle rentals
Boat and paddles
Children's pool
Farming classes
Fishing
Fitness classes
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Health club
Heated pool
Helicopter/airplane tours
Indoor pool
Motor boating
Outdoor padel court
Pedal boat
Piano
Playground
Sauna
Shopping
Tennis lessons
Water skiing
Water sports equipment
Family friendly
Baby bath
Baby monitor
Baby toys
Changing table
Children's pool
Children's toys
Free children's club
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Indoor pool
Lifeguards on site
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
6 meeting rooms
6,620 square feet of conference space
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On a private beach
Outdoor entertainment area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
6 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Sauna
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
3 floors
5 buildings
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Communal living room
Comprehensive food waste policy
Lifeguards
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally sourced food prioritized
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Waste recycling policy
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Eco-friendly toiletries
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Phone
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Guests are recommended to download the property's Grecotel Hotels & Resorts mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 1 to April 5:
One of the dining venues
One of the swimming pools
Beach
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 18 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Pet fee: EUR 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses some solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
Children aged 4 and older are permitted in the children's club.
Property Registration Number 1039Κ015A0204600
We should mention
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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Amirandes, A Resort to Live have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include heated pools. One of the pools is closed seasonally each year from January 1 to April 5.
How much does it cost to stay at Amirandes, A Resort to Live?
As of Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amirandes, A Resort to Live on Sep 1, 2026 start from $596, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Amirandes, A Resort to Live pet-friendly?
Yes, Amirandes, A Resort to Live allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 20 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Amirandes, A Resort to Live?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Amirandes, A Resort to Live?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Amirandes, A Resort to Live provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 50 per vehicle applies.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Amirandes, A Resort to Live?
Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.
Where is Amirandes, A Resort to Live located?
Nestled on the beach, this Hersonissos hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Convention Centre Creta Maris, Port of Hersonissos, and Acqua Plus Water Park. Crete Golf Club and Stalis Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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