Goudouras, Crete, Address available on request

The architectural brief refers to a conceptual design study for a hotel 
complex. The new project consists of mixed-use resorts, integrating a deluxe 
hotel, a golf club, spas, conference facilities and high-end private residences.
The area of the plot is 92.14 hectares (921.358, 50 sqm) while it has received 
most of the necessary attestations in order to proceed to the utilisation. The 
projects philosophy is driven by the desire to promote the southeast wild 
beauty of the area, which is characterized by steep canyons and secluded 
coves while protecting and preserving not only its natural beauty but also the 
cultural heritage. The location offers views of the mountains and the Libyan 
sea. Upon completion the project will comprise 3 sites. The first area in 
operation features a 5-star resort. The second site on the coastal zone hosts 
a spa, recreational areas, sport facilities and deluxe bungalow suites. The 
third area which is located on the mound is designed to host the golf courses 
and the private Residences.
The location of the project is at Goudouras, a small seaside settlement in the 
southeast seacoast of the island of Crete. The plot is about 10km from the 
nearest settlement of Makris Gialos, 25km from the airport of Sitia and 130km 
from the airport of Heraklion. 
Photo 1, satellite image 
Conceptual map 1, Hellenic Military Geographical Service
Accordingly to the conceptual design study the 5 hotel may consists of 800 
beds with both sea and garden views, 11 deluxe bungalow suites and a 
collection of luxury villas for private ownership, with sizes of 150m2 indoor 
areas, all in spacious plots of 1,000 m2. The flexibility of the design as well as 
the size of the plot enables the opportunity for different arrangement options 
between the accommodation and facilities services that depends on the 
investors claims. 
Project feasibility
The construction of the complex hotel will be an important project for the 
wider area of Goudoura and Makry Gialos as well as for the Municipality of 
Sitia. It will offer a significant number of jobs, boost tourism in the region and 
upgrade the quality of services and overnight accommodation. The owner's 
goal is to attract a large number of high-income tourists, who will be occupied
during their stay in the surrounding area of the Makry Gialos and Goudouras 
settlements as well as the nearest areas of the Municipality of Sitia, thus 
increasing the income of the local communities.
Architectural synthesis
The architecture of the complex will combine the modern requirements and 
amenities with the traditional architecture of the place and will greatly enhance 
the quality of the building stock of the area. The aim of the study is to respect 
the morphology and the topography of the plot and the surrounding areas, the 
microclimate while the final goal is to succeed a correct orientation for the 
maximum solar gaining and a more sustainable design thesis. 
Hotel facilities 
1. Spa-Gym and indoor pool
2. Flight services
3. Golf club
4. Outdoor swimming pools 
5. Conference facilities
6. Aqua park
7. Recreational and activities areas (sports etc.)
8. Parking areas
9. Open theatre
10.Teleferik 
11.Hiking and climbing activities 
12. Recreation fitness center
Building features
builds 0.2 921.358, 50 sqm= 184.271,70 sqm
Cover land 921.358, 50 sqm 10% =92.135,85 sqm