Lyda Hotel Heraklion , Heraklion (Crete) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Gouves 1, Heraklion (Crete), Greece, 70014

Lyda Hotel is a 3-star accommodation located on the outskirts of Gouves, Crete, near two sandy beaches. It caters to families and couples seeking a relaxing holiday experience. The hotel provides extensive facilities including multiple swimming pools and dining options.

Location

The hotel is situated approximately 12.5 miles from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport and close to the vibrant resort areas of Hersonissos, Stalis, and Malia. A regular bus service operates nearby, and attractions such as the Cretaquarium and Labyrinth Park are in close proximity.

Rooms

The hotel features simple and basic furnished units designed for comfort. Each room includes an en suite bathroom with shower, mini fridge, safe deposit box, hair dryer, and air conditioning. Many rooms offer a balcony or terrace with views of the garden, inland, mountains, or pool.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy all meals at the main restaurant, which has a terrace area. An all-inclusive program is available, including local brand beverages such as soft drinks, beer, wine, and water. There are also two bars on-site, including a pool-side snack bar and a swim-up bar.

Leisure & Business

Lyda Hotel boasts three outdoor freshwater swimming pools and two children's pools, providing ample space for relaxation. There is a TV room with a large screen, arcade games, billiards, and a supervised mini-club for children. Additionally, guests can access wireless internet in public areas.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Apartment

Max:

4 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Garden view

Bathtub

Balcony

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

5 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Bathtub

Balcony

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Queen Studio

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

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Balcony

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Getting around

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City Center

Heraklion (Crete) 10.0 mi

Airports

Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) 10.2 mi

Sitia Public (JSH) 68.2 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Buffets!

“The buffet offered a fantastic selection of fresh, tasty meals that catered to various tastes, making every meal enjoyable.” view full review

Refreshing Pools!

“The three pools were always clean, with plenty of sunbeds available, creating a perfect atmosphere for relaxation and fun.” view full review

Engaging Entertainment!

“The entertainment team was vibrant and engaging, providing fun activities that my kids eagerly participated in throughout our stay.” view full review

Spotless Rooms!

“Our room was impeccably clean and well-maintained every day, contributing to a very comfortable and pleasant stay.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course
Pool tables
Darts
Table tennis
Aerobics

Guest Parking

Dryer

Services

Free shuttle service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Stores/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Playpen
Children's buffet
Children's pool
Toys
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Infinity pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sun loungers
Aqua park
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Turkish bath
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Gouves 1, Heraklion (Crete), Greece, 70014

Map view

Gouves 1, Heraklion (Crete), Greece, 70014

City landmarks

Museums

Folklore Museum of Gouves

4500 ft

Church

Saint Konstantinos Church

3900 ft

Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos

4000 ft

Amusement Park

Dinosauria Park

1.9 mi

Tower Drosini

5000 ft

Aquarium

Cretaquarium

2.2 mi

Alter Turm

1.2 mi

Beach

Analipsi Beach

1.5 mi

Cave

Skotino Cave

2.0 mi

St Demetrius

1.8 mi

Military area???

1.8 mi

top of the hill

1.8 mi

Aposelemis canyon

2.0 mi

Palea EO Irakliou Agiou Nikolaou 556

Planet Crete

1.9 mi

Aposelemi Gorge

2.0 mi

Church of St. Paraskevi

2.0 mi

St. Hyazinth

2.2 mi

Amphitheater

2.2 mi

Amusement & Theme Parks

Labyrinth Park

3.0 mi

Museums

Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre

3.9 mi

Gournes Gouvon 715 00

Gournes beach

3.0 mi

Isiodou Old Chersonisos

Maria Sanoudaki Ceramic

3.2 mi

Parks

Acqua Plus

3.7 mi

Paralia Kokkini Chani

3.1 mi

Anopolis Handicraft Park

The Bronze

3.5 mi

Amusement Park

Watercity

4.1 mi

Vext to the Beach at Kokkini Khani

Mionoan Manor Nirou Khani

3.7 mi

Church

St. George's Chapel

3.7 mi

Πλατεία Πισκοπιανού

Piskopiano Museum of Rural Life

3.8 mi

Fountains

Roman Fountain

4.0 mi

Nearby

Church

Saint Konstantinos Church

3900 ft

Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos

4000 ft

Restaurants

Akron Live

2300 ft

Vlychadas

New World, The American

2700 ft

Kythera

Mylos

3700 ft

Marathonos/Vlyhadas

Taverna Mylos

3700 ft

Restaurant

Skorpios

4700 ft

Vlihadas Str.

Paradise

4600 ft

Leoforos Poseidonos

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

6.6

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

Charles

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers basic but clean rooms, with very friendly staff. The nice-sized rooms include a large bathroom with a hairdryer, located on the top floor of the hotel. The potential downfall is its location, about a 15-minute walk from the beach, bars, restaurants, and supermarkets.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were basic but clean, and the staff were all very friendly.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond, providing entertainment and being very welcoming and helpful.

Location

6.0

The location is the potential downfall, being a bit far from the beach and amenities, but still accessible.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were decent, with varied breakfast choices but some room for improvement.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities include an air hockey machine and table tennis for entertainment.

James

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with friendly staff. However, the rooms could use an upgrade as some furniture is dated. The location is slightly secluded but provides access to nearby restaurants. The dining experience is okay but slightly repetitive. Overall, a decent choice for a stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were nice and clean, but could do with an upgrade in furniture.

Service

9.0

The staff were fantastic, especially Zara, who made our holiday special with thoughtful gestures.

Location

6.0

The location is a bit out of the way but close to restaurants and entertainment options.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, but a bit repetitive in the menu offerings.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided were satisfactory for a comfortable stay.

Nick

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.8/10

The hotel offers fine, spacious rooms with fridges, ideal for a family of three, overlooking the Greek gardens. The service is outstanding, thanks to Niko, Giorgo, Dimitry, and the dedicated staff. The location is slightly secluded but within reach of dining options. The dining experience could improve, but the wood-fired pizzas are a hit. Overall, the facilities are top-notch for a relaxing vacation.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious and come with fridges, perfect for a family of three.

Service

9.0

The service is exceptional, with attentive staff going the extra mile. Special thanks to Niko, Giorgo, Dimitry, and the restaurant team.

Location

7.0

The hotel is a bit secluded but close to dining options within a short distance.

Dining

6.0

The dining options are limited, but the wood-fired pizzas are a standout choice.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers great facilities for a memorable holiday experience.

Gilbert

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.4/10

I had a genuine holiday experience at the hotel, enjoying good value all-inclusive and having fun. The rooms could do with updating but were clean. I did not have many alternatives and would return next year with more people.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean but could do with updating. It was a genuine holiday experience.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with fantastic bar and cleaning staff going above and beyond to ensure a great stay. The entertainment staff were impressive. Some minor issues with leaving balcony doors open despite air conditioning.

Location

6.0

The location was a bit out of the way but not a major issue. It was a smaller resort but within reach of restaurants/bars.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good overall with hot food items available. Some repetition in the menu led to eating out in restaurants on most days.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were good, including car hire and commercial services. Some minor limitations in the facilities were noticed.

Christopher

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

The hotel had a mix of positive and negative aspects. The rooms were divided by a curtain, and our kitchen had dust and rubbish under the beds, although the air conditioning worked well. The service was commendable, with Nikos and Giorgos at the bar being especially friendly. The location was beautiful, with plenty of sunbeds and a lush surrounding, but some amenities were lacking. The dining experience offered a decent selection but was a bit repetitive. Overall, it was a near-perfect holiday getaway with room for improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The room layout was unique with a curtain dividing the space, but cleanliness was an issue.

Service

9.0

The staff, especially Nikos and Giorgos at the bar, provided excellent service, and the entertainment staff went above and beyond to keep guests entertained.

Location

8.0

The location was lovely, with ample sunbeds and well-maintained gardens, but lacked some nearby attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were decent but a bit repetitive, lacking local specialties like olives.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a variety of facilities including impressive swimming pools, but some services could be enhanced.