Blue Aegean 4 * is a hotel consisting of eight buildings, each of which has the name of one of the Aegean islands. The hotel is quite popular. Largely due to its rather modest prices. But in general, she has many advantages and interesting features. They should be talked about in a little more detail.
Location
So, there is Blue Aegean 4 * in the resort called Gouves. It is approximately 18 kilometers from Heraklion. That is, in the north-eastern part of Crete. The airport is not far, as is one of the most interesting cities in Greece, so you can say that the location is good. But most importantly, from the hotel to the sea - a stone's throw.
Gouves itself is a rather interesting town. This is where the Institute of Marine Biology, the Mediterranean Institute of Agronomy, as well as many other fairly well-known universities are located. But Gouves is focused not only on science, but also on tourists. Germans, British, Irish, Poles and, of course, our compatriots often come here to rest. After all, it is in Gouves that you can immerse yourself in the traditional atmosphere of Crete. This town has retained its historical identity, which is indicated by cozy narrow streets, ivy entwined with houses and beautiful temples.
Service
In Blue Aegean 4 * guests are provided with services and amenities of various kinds. The hotel is non-smoking, but there are some places where guests can enjoy a cigarette. There are also soundproofed rooms and bridal suites. Facilities for disabled guests are also provided.
There are several shops on the territory, among which there are souvenir shops. There is a library, a games room and a church. Naturally, there is free Wi-Fi, private parking, transfer services. If guests need personal transport, then it will be. Blue Aegean 4 * has its own rental car and bike.
Also on the territory there is a conference room with a business center, at which there is an office where you can receive or send a fax, and also copy the documents.
other services
In addition to the above, Blue Aegean 4 * has a 24-hour reception, at which individual check-out and check-in are possible. There is a left-luggage office, a tour desk, and a currency exchange. Ticket and press services are available.
The apartments are cleaned daily. If necessary, guests can use the laundry room or carry their belongings for ironing.
It is also worth noting that in Blue Aegean Hotel Suites 4 * there is a nanny who can look after the children of guests while they are alone. There is a playground and animation staff for the kids, so they won’t be bored.
One can not help saying that the hotel staff is multilingual. The people working here speak not only English and Greek, which are the generally accepted standard in this resort. They also speak Russian and German.
Leisure
In Blue Aegean Hotel Suites 4 * you can have fun. Of course, many visitors spend all their time on the beach, swimming in the sea. But the hotel has something to do. For example, you can visit the SPA complex or wellness center. There is also a gym, which will definitely appeal to lovers of an active lifestyle.
There is also a seasonal outdoor pool with a sun terrace and a picturesque quiet garden. Guests can also go horse riding (there’s everything for this), diving, cycling, play billiards, darts or table tennis. And near the hotel complex is a golf course. So no one will be bored.
Nutrition
Blue Aegean Apart Hotel 4 *, like any other worthy hotel, has a restaurant and a bar. As guests who are here assure, these establishments serve delicious, fresh dishes and undiluted quality drinks.
Each lunch and dinner, as the guests assure, here they serve several types of different meat. And good. There are also desserts and fruits, though in less quantity than main dishes. But this is not a problem, because there is an excellent supermarket nearby, in which reasonable prices for all goods. But everything is always fresh.
Every evening, the restaurant has its own theme. They serve barbecue, Italian dishes, fish, seafood. Drinks are included in dinner only if guests have paid for the all-inclusive service. Another nuance (it can not be attributed to the minuses, since it is conditional) is the absence of cereals. But this only upsets people who came with very young children. But there is a lot of delicious pastries. And freshly squeezed juices that perfectly invigorate in the morning. However, there is no shortage of hot chocolate, water, coffee and tea either.
In general, no one will remain hungry here. And guests say that the menu here is not repeated, even those guests who stayed on vacation for two weeks confirmed this.
Apartment Options
In Blue Aegean Suites 4 * there are rooms of different categories. But it’s worth starting with a description of the standards. They are the most popular here. These apartments are 25 square meters. m. The bright, homely rooms feature a large 2 double bed. The apartments have access to a private balcony with scenic views.
There is also a plasma TV, telephone, safe, powerful air conditioning and a kitchen. There is a refrigerator, an electric kettle, a toaster and other amenities that are standard for a kitchenette. There is also a plumbing unit with a bath, toilet, hairdryer and free toiletries. By the way, since many people go to Aegean Blue Hotel 4 * (Greece) with children, the rooms began to be equipped with special protective barriers for kids.
27 000 rubles - this is the price of a weekly stay in apartments for two people. The amount is quite modest. But it is especially pleasing that it can be even lower. There are often discounts here, so sometimes you can save 30%! And then the number will cost only 19 tons.
Suite
This category of apartments in Blue Aegean Apart 4 * is also popular. The suites are 45 square meters. m. Inside there is one large 2 double bed and two folding sofas. The elegantly furnished apartments have a private access to a furnished balcony.
What about amenities? They are the same as in the above standard. True, the suite also has a separate seating area and dining area. A kitchen is also available. And the view, by the way, from here opens onto the pool.
For two people a week in such apartments will cost about 45,000 rubles (with breakfast). By the way, the same room price will be for four adult guests who decide not to order a meal. Which, in principle, can be justified, because there is a kitchenette inside the apartment.
Family Suites
And such numbers are in Blue Aegean 4 * (Greece, Crete, Heraklion). Many come here in order to relax as best as possible. And book for this reason the suites. Indeed, in them are the best conditions.
Well, take, for example, a family suite with one bedroom and pool views. It is designed for two adults and one child - a standard choice. Inside there is a double bed and a sofa bed. Inside there is a toaster, an electric kettle, a microwave, a refrigerator, a seating area, a dining area, in general, all of the above. Only the conditions are more comfortable. 35,000 rubles - that’s how much a week stay here with breakfast will cost.
And if you book a family suite with two bedrooms? It will cost 40 tons. Of the benefits - an increased area and divided into zones of space.
Other options
It happens that big companies come to this hotel. For example, 2 adults with two children. For them, the notorious family suite with one bedroom will cost as much as it would have to pay if the guests arrived with one child. Children are not included in the payment.
But the hotel has even larger suites with two bedrooms. Their area is 70 square meters. m. The space is divided into two bedrooms, a living room, a balcony, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen. Ideal for large companies.
For three adults, such apartments will cost 55 tons. per week (with breakfast). For four - 65 tons. For five - 10,000 rubles more, respectively. And six guests will have to pay about 80,000 rubles per week. However, this is the cheapest option. Since in a week only 11 tons will leave a person And this is 1,500 rubles a day, which for Greece is a very modest price.
About booking and accommodation
A couple of words worth mentioning about this. Check-in to the hotel starts at 1 p.m. and ends at midnight. Check out lasts until midnight. But by the way, as already mentioned at the very beginning, individual registration is possible here.
The hotel allows children. And if they are less than 12 years old, then you do not have to pay for them. And the smallest (whose age has not reached two years) provide cots. Also absolutely free. But in one room - a maximum of 1 crib.
And it is better to book apartments in advance. The hotel is quite popular, so it is better to take care of booking rooms earlier (preferably a couple of months). In addition, there is an option to get a good discount.
Guest Comments
Finally - a few words about what Aegean Blue Hotel receives 4 * reviews. Mostly they are positive. Naturally, first of all, guests pay attention to prices. They are very modest here. And in Crete, this hotel is one of the most successful in terms of combining price and quality.
They also talk about staff. People here are attentive and pleasant. Room cleaning - every day. Timely replace linen and towels. And the whole hotel is very clean. Pools are regularly cleaned, so swimming in them is pleasant and safe. The territory is also well-groomed - all in greenery and flowers.
Many say that, even despite the check-in rule at 14:00, guests can wear wristbands here earlier. Here, if possible, go forward. What can not but rejoice. Even if other guests have not yet vacated the room (accordingly, it is not ready for check-in), guests can be invited to go to breakfast. You can also leave things in a locker room and go to the beach. Also a good option.
Even guests are pleased to note the fact that each room has a separate entrance. So one gets the feeling that this is not an apartment in the hotel, but its own nature house.
And here are some of the best beaches in Crete. If you travel around the island and look at others, you can understand this.
There is practically no animation, with the exception of the rare "Cretan evenings." Very interesting and fascinating performances. However, other shows are not needed here.
The hotel is focused on families with children, so if you need a budget room for a vacation with kids near the sea, you should go here.