Aelius Hotel & Spa

Family-friendly hotel in Hersonissos with 2 restaurants and spa

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Superior Double Room, Private Pool | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine

Family Room | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Located near the airport, Aelius Hotel & Spa offers a tranquil retreat with aromatherapy treatments at the onsite spa. Enjoy breakfast at one of two on-site restaurants, lounge by the poolside bar or explore Pilates and fitness classes while kids have fun in the playground.

VIP Access

Very good

Popular amenities

Airport transfer
Bar
Pet friendly
Free breakfast
Spa
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
Free beach shuttle
Fitness center
Sauna
Steam room
Beach towels
Children's pool
Pool bar

For families (6)

Free cribs/infant beds
Children's pool
Playground on site
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite TV service

$76 nightly

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Spa sanctuary

The spa provides aromatherapy, massages, and body treatments in specialized rooms. Sauna, steam room, and yoga classes complete the wellness experience.

Tasty international fare

Discover 2 restaurants offering local and international cuisine, plus a bar. Free buffet breakfast includes vegetarian options and locally-sourced food.

Sleep in deep luxury

Memory foam mattresses and pillow menus guarantee a dreamy slumber. Blackout drapes ensure total darkness while soaking tubs melt stress away.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Tomorrow

Oct 16 - Oct 17

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Pillow menu

Memory foam bed

226 sq ft
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Pillow menu

377 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
4 Twin Beds

Premium Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Pillow menu

Memory foam bed

237 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Pillow menu

Memory foam bed

269 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Junior Suite

Very good

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Pillow menu

388 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room, Private Pool

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Soundproofed

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Pillow menu

226 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Soundproofed

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Pillow menu

258 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Executive Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Pillow menu

Memory foam bed

269 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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Kitchen
Laundry facilities

$90 nightly

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

N. Kazantzaki Street, Kato Gouves, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70014

What's nearby

Gouves Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Marina Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Dinosauria Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Cretaquarium - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Crete Golf Club - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 10 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free beach shuttle

Restaurants

‪Atlantis Bar - ‬7 min walk
‪Burger Corner - ‬6 min walk
‪The Island Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Taverna Philipos - ‬18 min walk
‪Crazy Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Aelius Hotel & Spa

At Aelius Hotel & Spa, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Heraklion Port and Port of Hersonissos. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Erontas Main Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a poolside bar.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Aelius Hotel & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included

Basic alcoholic beverages included

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Land activities

Independently operated tours

Lessons/classes/games

Pilates

Water fitness

Yoga

At a glance

Hotel size

- 170 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Contactless check-in available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets stay free (dogs only, 1 total, up to 11 lbs per pet)
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Transfers

- Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

- Free beach shuttle

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

Children's pool
Playground
Grocery/convenience store
Stroller

What to do

Free beach shuttle
Fitness classes
Pilates classes
Yoga classes
Evening entertainment
Pool table
Table tennis
Beach nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Cave exploring nearby
Horse riding nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby

Working away

Meeting room

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Free beach shuttle
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages

Facilities

11 buildings/towers
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Fitness center
2 outdoor pools
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Local culture & ecosystem education
Lockers available
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 36
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Grab bar in shower
Shower grab bar height (inches): 36
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch plasma TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Memory foam mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Free tea bags/instant coffee

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Energy-saving switches

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Dining

Erontas Main Restaurant - This buffet restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Agiazi - This poolside bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Kritamos Cretan Theme - This theme restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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 3.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 34 per room (one-way)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property uses solar energy.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts major credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

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.

Also known as

Lavris

Lavris Chersonissos

Lavris Hotels

Lavris Hotels Chersonissos

Lavris Hotels Hotel Gouves

Lavris Hotels Hotel

Lavris Hotels Gouves

Lavris Hotel And Bungalows

Lavris Hotel Gouves

Lavris Hotel Bungalows Gouves, Crete

Frequently asked questions

Does Aelius Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Aelius Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Aelius Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Aelius Hotel & Spa?

Yes, dogs stay free, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 11 lbs per pet.

Is parking offered on site at Aelius Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Aelius Hotel & Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 34 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aelius Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at Aelius Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Have fun with activities like boat tours, fishing, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes, Pilates, and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Aelius Hotel & Spa also has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.