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Apartment Hotel Despina Apts by Estia (formerly Despina Apartments "by Checkin")

Gouves, Gouves, 70014 (show map)

8.5

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Apartment Hotel Overview

Despina Apts by Estia, a property with a garden, is set in Gouves, 500 metres from Gouves Beach, 4.7 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, as well as 20 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The aparthotel offers an infinity pool with a pool bar, along with free WiFi.
Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning and features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, the units have bed linen and towels.
There is a snack bar, bar and lounge.
The aparthotel has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.
Venetian Walls is 21 km from the aparthotel, while The Palace of Knossos is 22 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 14 km from the property.

Formerly Despina Apartments "by Checkin"

Before June 2022 Despina Apts by Estia was known as Despina Apartments "by Checkin"

Before September 2020 Despina Apts by Estia was known as Despina Apartments

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Consisting of a separate bedroom and a kitchenette with dining area, this apartment overlooks the Cretan Sea, the garden or the pool from its balcony. A fridge and free Wi-Fi are included. Air conditioning is available upon request with surcharge.

One-Bedroom Apartment - enter dates to see room photos

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. This apartment features a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a balcony. The unit offers 3 beds.

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Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned bungalow comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that features a stovetop, a refrigerator and kitchenware. The bungalow features a dining area, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, heating and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 2 beds.

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Facilities of Despina Apts by Estia

Activities
Billiards

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, Snack bar

Pools and wellness
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (seasonal)

Front-desk/reception area services
ATM/cash machine on site, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Safety deposit box

Common areas
Garden, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace

Entertainment and children services
Evening entertainment, Nightclub/DJ

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Laundry

Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking rooms

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Balcony, Bathroom, Clothes rack, Dining area, Electric kettle, Flat-screen TV, Hairdryer, Heating, Kitchenette, Kitchenware, Linen, Private entrance, Refrigerator, Shower, Stovetop, Toilet, Towels, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, View, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 12 Apr 2026 - Update now

Hotel Policies

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15:00:00- hours

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-11:00:00 hours

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Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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8.5

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Faye

“Superb”

9.0

07 Sep 2025

Lovely accommodation in a great setting hosted by a lovely family and friendly staff. The pool area and cocktail bar are fab. Best cocktails in Gouves.

Vladislav

“Superb”

9.0

03 Sep 2025

We were greeted by the owner, who was very kind, responsive, and friendly throughout our stay, as was the staff. The location is simply wonderful, the food is delicious, and the room is clean. Value for money rating: 9.5/10.

Kirkham

“A phenomenal stay, we will certainly be back.”

10.0

14 Aug 2025

An exceptional stay, from the staff to the hotel itself the attention to detail and service was phenomenal. We loved it that much we stayed an extra 5 days.

Jamie

“Will go again”

10.0

01 Aug 2025

Location friendly staff good WiFi Nice pool and sun beds

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Apartment Hotel Despina Apts by Estia (formerly Despina Apartments "by Checkin")

Gouves, Gouves, 70014 (show map)

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Formerly Despina Apartments "by Checkin"

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Apartment Hotel Despina Apts by Estia (formerly Despina Apartments "by Checkin")

Gouves, Gouves, 70014 (show map)

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Formerly Despina Apartments "by Checkin"

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Bungalow - enter dates to see room photos

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