Title: Despo Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=90866047&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Despo Hotel Parents can relax while kids enjoy the playground at this family-friendly hotel, where the on-site restaurant serves delicious local cuisine. ## Photo gallery for Despo Hotel ![Banquet hall - Despo Hotel (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90866100/90866047/ca20951f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Despo Hotel (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90866100/90866047/0f6d3935.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - Despo Hotel (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90866100/90866047/547f8c86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Despo Hotel (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90866100/90866047/cd1e0385.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Despo Hotel (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90866100/90866047/b24662ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Despo Hotel caters perfectly to families with its thoughtful playground area and available babysitting services that give parents much-needed downtime. The on-site restaurant serves authentic local dishes, and guests can stay connected using WiFi throughout the public spaces. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 5 - Feb 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 6 - Feb 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Hersonissos travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos.dx6034035) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.32785%2C25.31883&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CTFexL6JgouBNYy-5ImkP30_oQc=) Kato Gouves, Hersonissos, Crete, 70014 ### What's nearby - ![Two sun loungers and a parasol at the beach, Stalida, Stalis, Crete, Greece, Europe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6322339/7d428979-d03d-4d8b-bbf1-d1e0cf9d8dc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Stalis Beach 15 min drive \- 10.9 miles - ![Heraklion Port showing a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062095/2474191a-c342-414c-a7bc-df2ab371bb2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Heraklion Port 16 min drive \- 12.8 miles - Ekklisia Agios Konstantinos 15 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Marina Beach 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Gouves Beach 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Burger Corner 15 min walk - Taverna Philipos 15 min walk - The Cretan Shop 15 min walk - Crazy Beach Bar 17 min walk - Atlantis Bar 17 min walk ## About this property ### Despo Hotel Hotel near Star Beach Water Park At Despo Hotel, you can look forward to a playground, babysitting and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Similar properties ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5330000/5326100/5326002/776f9d80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Diamond Apts and Suites Hersonissos - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Laundry room - Room service 9.0 Wonderful 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=5326002&PinnedHotelID=5326002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10630000/10624500/10624427/e4c98132.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Agrabella Hotel - Adults Only Hersonissos - Pool - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=10624427&PinnedHotelID=10624427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13510000/13505800/13505779/86c71a32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Klery Studios Hersonissos - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=13505779&PinnedHotelID=13505779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30950000/30947700/30947618/afb59309.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### San Georgio Hotel Minoa Pediada - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 11 reviews £48 includes taxes & fees 6 Feb - 7 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=30947618&PinnedHotelID=30947618&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily English breakfast (EUR 8 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11950000/11941800/11941754/45d4e235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kri Kri Village by Estia Hersonissos - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.6 Excellent 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=11941754&PinnedHotelID=11941754&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27070000/27065400/27065375/fd4085fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elychryson Hersonissos - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Games room 9.2 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=27065375&PinnedHotelID=27065375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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special requests cannot be guaranteed If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Despo Hotel Hotel Despo Hotel Hersonissos Despo Hotel Hotel Hersonissos ## Frequently asked questions ### Where is Despo Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Despo Hotel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. 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