Title: Despo Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6034035&destination=Hersonissos%2C+Crete%2C+Greece&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) ![Exterior - Despo Hotel (Hersonissos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90866100/90866047/b24662ff.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) ![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) - 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 ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=90866047&PinnedHotelID=90866047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![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 - ![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 - Star Beach Water Park 11 min drive \- 7.3 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 - 2 Friends 18 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. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - A restaurant ### Things to do - Playground ### Family friendly - Babysitting - Playground ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; 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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