Gouves sits between Heraklion and Hersonissos: big all-inclusive hotels, a long pebble-and-sand beach, and very little within walking distance once you leave the resort gate. It is the classic place where a car turns a fine holiday into a proper one.
We deliver to any hotel in Gouves, Kato Gouves or Gournes free of charge, or meet you in arrivals at Heraklion airport 15 minutes away. No deposit, no credit-card block, insurance already in the price.
Free delivery and collection at your hotel in Gouves, Kato Gouves or Gournes.
No deposit and no card block - pay the rental and take the keys.
FCDW full insurance + WUG (tyres, underside, glass, mirrors) at €0 excess.
Child seats fitted before delivery for a small extra fee per seat.
WhatsApp support in English, Estonian and Finnish for the whole rental.
Day trips from Gouves
CretAquarium at Gournes - 5 minutes, the easiest rainy-day or hot-afternoon stop on this coast.
Knossos Palace - 20 minutes west, go before 10:00.
Lasithi plateau via Kastelli - about an hour of climbing, windmills and cool air.
Agios Nikolaos and Elounda - 45 minutes east on the E75.
Mochos village - 20 minutes uphill for a village dinner with a view over the coast.
Roads and parking
The E75 national road runs just above Gouves and is the fast way in both directions; the old coast road through the resorts is slower and busier. Most hotels here have their own parking, which is the main practical advantage of Gouves over Hersonissos or Malia. Fill up on the national road rather than in the villages inland, where stations are rare and close early.
Insurance and conditions
Every MyCrete car comes with FCDW full insurance plus WUG cover - tyres, the car's underside, glass and mirrors - at €0 excess. There is no upsell at handover, because there is no better package to sell you. We send the fuel policy, driver age rule and the full terms in writing before you confirm anything. An EU driving licence is enough. Insurance is void off-road, including the gravel track to Balos.
Find the right rental car
Answer a few quick questions. We will personally check actual availability and send you the final all-inclusive total price. Sending an enquiry does not create a booking or payment obligation.
Takes about 1 minute
Full insurance
€0 excess
No deposit
Unlimited kilometres
No prepayment
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When do you need the car?
Where would you like the car?
Pickup
Return
Full insurance
€0 excess
€0 deposit
Unlimited km
No hidden fees
No credit-card block
Real availability, personally checked.
We don't simply show an automated list of cars. Your request is personally reviewed and we check the most suitable available option based on your dates, location and preferences.
Prefer WhatsApp?
Send us your dates and we'll check availability personally.
All-inclusive price — everything listed above is included. Fuel is not included.
The exact final price depends on the rental dates, duration, vehicle category and delivery location. We send the complete total before you confirm.
Small manual
From €60/day
Best for couples and small families.
Final quote after availability check
Automatic
From €70/day
Comfortable and easy driving around Crete.
Final quote after availability check
SUV
From €80/day
More space and comfort for exploring the island.
Final quote after availability check
7-9 seats
From €100/day
For larger families and groups.
Final quote after availability check
Convertible
From €100/day
Open-top driving along the Cretan coast.
Final quote after availability check
Starting prices are indicative and usually apply to longer rental periods. The final price depends on the dates, rental duration, pickup location, season and vehicle availability.
The longer the rental period, the lower the daily rate usually becomes.
You pay the confirmed total shown in your offer. No mandatory insurance or unexpected rental fees will be added at vehicle collection.
Optional extras such as additional drivers, child seats or special delivery arrangements are shown separately and priced before you confirm.
Longer rental, better daily rate
7+ days · better daily rate
The daily rate usually becomes lower when you rent for a longer period. Enter your dates and we will prepare a personalised offer with the final total price.
One clear final price – no surprises when you receive the car.
Included with our rental offers
Full insurance
€0 excess
€0 deposit
Unlimited kilometres
No hidden charges
Hotel or airport delivery and collection where available
Compare the final price, not only the advertised daily rate
Some rental companies advertise a very low starting price, but insurance upgrades, excess reduction, deposits and additional coverage may increase the final amount. With MyCrete, you receive a clearly explained total offer before confirming.
Advertised starting price
May exclude additional insurance or services.
Price at pickup
Can increase after optional coverage is added.
MyCrete total offer
Insurance conditions, deposit and final price are explained before confirmation.
Car delivery across East Crete
Already staying in Crete? You do not need to visit a rental office. Tell us your hotel, dates and preferred car and we check availability and send you the final total price.
We work with carefully selected local car rental partners across Crete to provide reliable vehicles, competitive prices and flexible availability.
Selected local partners
We cooperate with established licensed local rental companies that meet our service expectations.
More vehicle availability
Our partner network gives us access to a wider range of cars across Crete, also in high season.
MyCrete support
You communicate with MyCrete during the booking process and can contact us if you need assistance with your rental.
One point of contact
From your first enquiry until the end of your rental, MyCrete remains your point of contact and assists you throughout the booking process.
What is included - insurance, deposit, delivery, extras - is always stated in the offer we send you and in your booking confirmation for that specific rental.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Gouves from Heraklion airport?
About 15 minutes on the national road. We can hand the car over in arrivals or bring it to your hotel later the same day - both are free.
Is there parking at Gouves hotels?
Most of the larger hotels in Gouves and Kato Gouves have their own car park, and street parking nearby is far easier than in Hersonissos or Malia.
Do I need a deposit?
No. There is no security deposit and no credit-card block with MyCrete. You pay the rental when you receive the car.
Is a car worth it in Gouves?
Yes for most guests - the resort strip is spread out and the bus only follows the coast. Knossos, the aquarium, the plateau and the mountain villages all need a car.