Golden Bay Apartments, Gournes, Crete

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9 / 10
(16 User Reviews)
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Hotel Description:

Golden Bay is a modern accomodation which enjoys a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and is a good choice for families, couples and those seeking good quality accomodation with an excellent view to the crystal waters of the Aegean Sea. In the Golden Bay you will enjoy the warmth ad hospitality for which Cretan people are well renowned.
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" Absolutely Great "

Submitted By: IGSN
Lovely friendly place. Faces sea directly but rocky there. Nearest sand 500m down beach to left, sam for tavernas. Possible to stay without a rental car though I recommend one. Highlight is that bar is well priced and they keep the glasses in the... read more

Advice: Quiet but close enough to sand and food to not need a car. Self Catering facilities below par.

Activities: www.zorbas.nl inland up nearest road, cross rope bridge, BBQ Saturdays recommended!

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Oct 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" We're going back next year!!!! "

Submitted By: irjmorris
We stayed here with our 2 children for 1 week in the middle of Augsust.
The staff our wonderful and remembered our names from day one. Rania,Shirley and George are especially wonderful.
Our room was great (502) we could hear the sea at night... read more

Advice: Very quiet village with a few bars and tavenas lovely friendly people

Activities: Appartment restaurant excellent.Knossos use local transport!!

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Aug 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Holiday 2009 - Golden Bay - Gournes - Crete "

Submitted By: Saffy
My husband and I stayed at the Golden Bay Apartments, Gournes, Crete for one week from 12th July 2009.

The coach journey from the airport only took about 20 minutes which was lovely and ensured we could get straight on with the holiday... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" If you like a quiet resort with a safe child friendly atmosphere, then this is the place for you "

Submitted By: the Kleftiko king
I got back from Crete two days ago, after spending a relaxed week at the Golden Bay appartments in Gournes. There have been some mixed reviews about this place, but I am here to put the record straight with an objective opinion.read more

Advice: You must visit the Aquarium near by, it is good value for money and good fun

Activities: I can't remember the names, but the restaurants are all pretty good near by

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Aug 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" lovely relaxing holiday "

Submitted By: NATMAC
We enjoyed a really lovely 2 week break at Golden Bay. I agree with the other comments that it is situated in a quiet spot between two resorts, so if this is not what you want don’t go! The apartments are clean and spacious and the staff are really... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently

" Outstanding!!! "

Submitted By: philvickie
A very warm welcoming, friendly hotel. All the staff make an effort to get to know you personally, namely Shirley, Rania, Yanni and George and nothing is too much trouble.The hotel itself is immaculatly clean with generous rooms, fabulous views and is... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
  • Board Basis:Half Board
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Our Pleasant Stay! "

Submitted By: HenryS1986
The apartments are very desirably situated, near many bays, rocks and some sandy beaches. The accommodation and facilities are very adequate, having benefits of swimming pool, pool bar, and restaurant. The hospitality of the staff and representatives... read more

Advice: Very untouched place with many attractions.

Activities: Taverna, at Golden Bay, as-well as local restaurants between Gournes and Gouves.

Good for: Ski  Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently

" Absolutely Fantastic "

Submitted By: tone21
We stayed here the 1st week of September and loved every minute of it.
The flight out from Birmingham was interesting as we flew out late at night and had a groups of lads intent on getting smashed on the plane which led to some rowdy behaviour -... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Sep 2008
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" This was the first holiday for myself... "

Submitted By: Miss J Carman
This was the first holiday for myself and new partner so we wanted some where nice and quiet. The golden bay was perfect. Lovley staff who were more than happy to help and a wonderful bar tender at night who made the party for us in this small relaxed... read more

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Sep 2008
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" A wonderful holiday!
If your... "

Submitted By: Mrs C Bowers
A wonderful holiday!
If your looking for lots of nightlife this is not the place to go, however, for a weeks relaxation in the sun it was perfect!
The staff were exceptional, within the first few hours of our stay it was first name terms and... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2008
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Apartments basic but very clean.... "

Submitted By: Mrs D Hindle
Apartments basic but very clean. Fair walk to a beautiful beach but worth the walk! Apartments by pool bar are noisy but we were moved when we asked, Aranya at the apartments was really friendly and helpful. Not enough sun loungers by the pool. Be... read more

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2008
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Apart from the very frequent sound of... "

Submitted By: Mr R Smith
Apart from the very frequent sound of airplanes going overhead to Heraklion airport just 10 or so kilometres west, Gournes is a very quiet resort. The town itself was unexplored by us and I don't feel that we missed out there, but we didn't take the 40... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2008
  • Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Gournes seems to get overlooked in... "

Submitted By: Mrs L Tantrum
Gournes seems to get overlooked in favour of Gouves. Gournes is very quiet, with some lovely bars and tavernas. Try the Ambrosia in Gournes for value for money, authentic cuisine and variety. Greek salad is a must.

Turn left out of the... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2007
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" I have just come back from a... "

Submitted By: Mrs V Gardiner
I have just come back from a fortnight’s holiday and would highly recommend this resort and apartments.

As usual for Greece they are very basic, but the rooms were big and airy. Maid service every day and sheets changed every few days... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2007
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" I loved this place! We went as a... "

Submitted By: Miss L Smith
I loved this place! We went as a couple for our first holiday away together, when we got there we thought it was very small and were a bit worried, we also did not like our room because of where it was situated but they were very keen for us to be... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2005
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:First Choice
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