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The Island Hotel

4.5 of 5
Vlihadas Street | Kato Gouves, Gouves, Crete 70014, Greece (Formerly Pantheon Palace Beach Hotel)
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

We were very impressed both with the hotel & the room we were allocated (room 909 ) We especially enjoyed the direct access to the pool from our terrace. In general the hotel staff were very friendly and the Kitchen restaurant staff in particular were both efficient & helpful. The view from the outdoor area of the hotel restaurant looking... More

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Essex, UK
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25 reviews 25 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

This is by way of a 'state of the nation' review if the Island, as we are serial visitors. What's changed since 2012? Not a great deal, thankfully - the property is still immaculately maintained, and spotlessly clean. Over the winter the hotel has made a few updates/improvements, for example in the room we had the curtain tracks had been... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Just come back from staying at the Island Hotel. Hotel was clean and pool and beach was great ;) My partner and myself was looking for a special first holiday and this holiday was perfect. Staff always said hello and friendly. Good service and a great place to relax with beds by pool and 2 pools to chill by. Food... More

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Shropshire
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32 reviews 32 reviews
26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The staff really make this hotel. I dont think we have ever stayed at another hotel where the all the staff are so polite and helpfull. As others have said before me, from the minute you arrive to to the minute you leave the hotel you are made to feel special by the whole team. They are all a credit... More

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caerphilly
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Great hotel from the first minute we walked in we made us very welcome. The staff were with out doubt the most friendly we have met in any holiday hotel. The food was very good and fresh plus a good choice.. The bedroom very good and cleaned every day.. One tip if you can upgrade to a sea view we... More

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TheIslandHotelCrete, Manager at The Island Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear Guests, Thank you very much for your friendly words and compliments! I will make sure to pass them along to the complete team. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay so much with us, and are looking forward to have you stay with us again. Thank you More

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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We arrived on the 2nd of may for a week. This was our second time at this hotel. We were then first guests of the season and it was perfect as it was very quiet. The service of the hotel was amazing though out the hotel from the reception to the cleaners to the staff in the dinning room you... More

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TheIslandHotelCrete, Manager at The Island Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear Ladies, Thank you very much for taking the time to write your positive opinion about our hotel and your stay with us. Also your very positive comments about the quality and diversity of the buffet dishes are much appreciated. See you again next year! Thank you More

Oxford, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

This is a lovely time to visit this well reviewed hotel. We were invited by the management to partake in the Blessing of the Hotel for the coming holiday season. This was a service taken by the local Greek priest in which all the staff took part, and what was so nice was that all of the participants were individually... More

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

just returned from the island hotel crete, its our second visit and we will be going back again later in the year, its a fantastic hotel the staff are friendly and can"t do enough for you special mention for eva on reception and marina in the restaurant, we did not eat in the restaurant many nights as we liked to... More

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TheIslandHotelCrete, Manager at The Island Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear Guests, Thank you for your lovely words! They show us that our efforts are being appreciated and that these efforts resulted in a very pleasant Holiday for you. We hope to see you stay with us soon again! Evxaristo! More

1 review
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I don't know where to start the whole experience was so pleasant from start to finish, we first got there and met the extremely welcoming staff who were for the week where continuously welcoming, friendly and always willing to do what ever they could to help! Then on to the room which was a modern but luxurious space which was... More

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TheIslandHotelCrete, Manager at The Island Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear Guests, You wrote above that you can not put into words the value for money you get from our hotel, well we can not put into words how deeply we appreciated your high opinion of us and our hotel as well as all your compliments. Evxaristo poli! Thank you so much from all of us! More

Braintree, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Just come back from a week at the Island Hotel. Delighted to find that everything that the previous reviews said was actually true. it is run as a family hotel would be. Cannot speak more highly of the staff to mention a few, Marina ,Nicole, Popi, Irene. Hotel spotless, gardens well maintained, pool immaculate, and good food. Outside, a shallow... More

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Additional Information about The Island Hotel

Also Known As:
Pantheon Palace Beach Gouves
Hotel Pantheon Palace Beach
The Island Hotel Gouves, Crete
Address: Vlihadas Street | Kato Gouves, Gouves, Crete 70014, Greece (Formerly Pantheon Palace Beach Hotel)
Region: Greece > Crete > Heraklion Prefecture > Gouves
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#1 On the Beach Hotels in Gouves
#2 Luxury Hotels in Gouves
#2 Romantic Hotels in Gouves
#8 Family Hotels in Gouves
Price range (per night): S$132 - 351
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
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