Description of hotel: Valentina Apartments in Gouves

Set amidst olive groves, and surrounded by a Mediterranean garden, this family-run property in Kato Gouves offers air-conditioned apartments with panoramic views of the area, just a 10-minute walk from the beach. With complimentary parking on site, it is especially convenient to tourists travelling by car, and offers an excellent base for the exploration of the beautiful island of Crete. As a token of hospitality, guests receive a welcome pack, including fresh fruits, Cretan wine and other local products. The combination of excellent services, a large swimming pool in the lush cool garden and a choice between homemade meals and delicious dinners in the nearby taverns, this hotel is sure to make visitors wish they could remain there forever.