4 star hotels in Malia

Amazing hotel! At first I was a bit worried about the bad weather but everything changed by my arrival! One of the most cleaned hotel with staff like family. One special mention for the tasty food and the kindness of the bar staff! Felt like home.

It was an amazing stay! 3 days of relaxation in a small quite hotel! The daily buffet was really tasty but the highlight of this hotel is the nice behaviour of the staff!

We booked this hotel for our honey moon and it has ticked every box, staff are amazing from the cleaners to the receptionist. The hotel is absolutely spotless the attention to detail is second to none, the pool is clean and very relaxing, cocktails are amazing especially made by Maria during the day or Carlos at night, breakfast there is a huge selection catering for every fussy eater, my only criticism...

Had the most amazing wild rose facial, back and head massage with Sofia. Left feeling brand new!

The stay at the hotel was very relaxing. The food is healthy and tasty. The staff is attentive and very friendly. Massages are also offered. I had a deep tissue massage with Sofia, which was excellent. Sofia carefully identified where my tension was and then massaged those areas very precisely. I would gladly come back again.

Sofia therapy massage is the best i ever had. She is very professional and kind and she recognises the pain/ problem immediately . You must make a reservation for her . I will thae her with me to my country

We stayed at this hotel in the penultimate week of the season so had the benefit of great weather at a quieter time. The hotel is located a good 30/45 min walk from the main hustle and bustle of Malia with very little nearby (although a nearby restaurant by the port and Eva Taverna are worth venturing out to, both only 10/15 min walk). The hotel itself is very clean, with good size pools and plenty...

Lovely relaxing holiday with our 3 children. Beautiful views, clean rooms daily and clean swimming pool. Staff friendly, food nice. 10 euros in a taxi to go to strip where it is more lively. We loved the beach which is just at the back of our hotel. No complaints other than there was no evening entertainment but I am guessing it was because we went end of season. Would definitely come back.

Hey we had a great time. My daughter has coeliac disease. So gluten free. The chefs and catering staff did so much fir her. Everyday they made her fresh food. I will come back next year. I miss so much. Cold here.

Hotel staff are amazing, food good service excellent. The only things I would question is having one person behind the main bar and some times no glasses ( disposable plastic cups) error no and a two drink limit ( Not good if your a family of 4 , join the queue again !! Bar staff and restaurant staff are amazing and work their backsides off to please,entertainment of some sorts nearly everynight ...

stayed in this hotel for ten days. Personnel nice and friendly. Rooms: basic and simple. No daily cleaning envisaged. You have to leave the keys on the reception and ask to make up your room. Beach towels: it is not like you are given a fresh towel every morning by the pool. You have to go to the reception to pick them IF they are available. Depends on the local laundry which can deliver them any...

We experienced a warm welcome and excellent hospitality by the hotel employees. The location is very good, easy to reach from the airport and next to the sea. There was a very pleasant atmosphere all around the hotel. We stayed in a bright, spacious family room with a private patio and lovely mountain view. The room was clean and although we had some rain on the second day the outside spaces were promptly...

We stayed here in a suite. The hotel is great, the staff are extremely helpful and polite. We were out in a high floor suite, unfortunately my wife is disabled and can't climb stairs. I went back to reception and within 5 minutes they had sorted it. No fuss , super service. The pools are lovely. Being in a suite we had use of a private pool. Pictures attached. The one thing that lets this place down...

We stayed for one week and we felt very good! All the staff was very polite and always smiling and ready to help. The rooms are very clean, the pool was nice even in october and the food was delicious and diverse.

The hotel is lovely. Only a small amount of rooms so always space by the bar and pool. No sunbed races in the morning! Foods of a good variance in the restaurant each night with your stable chips option if nothing takes your fancy. The ruby royal area gets sun later in the day so if thats what you are after, get one of those rooms. All staff very welcoming and pleasant. The Cretan old town is only...

Booked a junior suite in the “ruby royal” part of this hotel. Jet2 were well aware that my husband is disabled as I had booked “special assistance”. So back to the beginning. We landed in Heraklion, to absolutely no wheelchairs at all, security told us to take a seat and they’d find us a chair, 30 mins later, still no chair so walked to baggage claim. Booked private transfer, which was another 5 minute...

I booked the Solimar Ruby Hotel direct with Jet2 and I think the site is a bit misleading because this looks like 2 hotels on one site; the Solimar and the Ruby Royal. You can only book the solimar superior rooms on Jet2, not the Ruby. I can't comment on the Ruby or the other Solimar rooms but my Superior room was very basic, akin to a 3 ☆ hotel. My room looked over the road out front and over waste...

We spent 5 nights here and didn't want to leave! The staff are so lovely and accommodating. The drinks and food are always available and are lovely. The cleaners always do an amazing job and are super friendly. The hotel itself is beautiful, pools are well maintained and there are plenty of sunbeds. Cannot fault this place it's been perfect. The beach is just down the road and so is the Malia strip...

I can recommend Socrates Hotel without any hesitation! We stayed several nights and the service was consistently friendly, helpful and professional, led by Anna on reception, and Despina and crew in bar/restaurant. The hotel and pool area, and our room were spotless. Very comfortable room and beds. Lovely meals available, and delicious varied breakfasts provided. Airport transfers were very helpful...

Stayed in a 3 bed ground floor room for 5 nights. Hotel is in a great location not too far from the strip (10-15 min walk) but far away enough that the hotel is quiet at night. The vibe is very chill, as if the hotel attracts holiday-makers who are there to sunbathe, read and have a snooze in the sun (rather than party and be a nuisance), which was perfect for us. On our last day, there was some younger...

Hotel was nice with a good pool and altso food at the hotel was good with super nice workers, Other food places around wasen't as good. The only problem we had with the room was some ants every Day.

We stayed at Socrates Hotel as a group of 14 lads and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better place. From the moment we arrived, the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating – they really went out of their way to make us feel welcome and even got to know us all by name, which was a nice touch. The hotel itself was clean and inviting, with a great atmosphere throughout. Rooms were spotless...

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel and wanted to especially highlight the exceptional service provided by Despina. From the moment we arrived, she was warm, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. Her friendly attitude and attention to detail truly made a difference in our experience.

One of the best hotels I’ve stayed in, Malia is perfect for a girls holiday and Socrates hotel is surrounded by the best restaurants and bars and only a ten minute walk from the strip, the staff (Despina and Eleni) were amazing!!! We loved every second of our stay and want to come back!

FABULOUS family run boutique hotel right on the beach, 10min walk to the center of Malia. We had an amazing suite with sea view and whirlpool on our private terrace, coffee machine & fridge, modern & stylish design, very comfy beds & pillows (which is rare!) and blackout curtains. PERFECT and we will definitely come back when visiting this beautiful corner of dream island Crete again 😍

Gorgeous property right in the beach with a nice pool and bar, rooms are spacious with great balconies. Highly recommend!

Without doubt the best Hotel we have ever stayed at. From the location to the facilities everything was perfect. The owners Manos and Tula helped by their lovely children couldn’t do enough for us. The restaurant is the best place to have breakfast, amazing lunch options or a relaxed dinner. Perfect.

Very warm and kind atmosphere. Our family loved every minute here.

Perfectly located for us. Away from all the party places , yet still in walking distance if we wanted the night life and the huge selection of amazing restaurants. We had a constant view of the sea. There is a sandy swimming beach a few meters from the hotel. Beautiful clean swimming pool in the hotel area which faces the sea. Just perfect. Tula was amazing organising a taxi transfer for us to and...

Beautiful resort with nice amenities very clean and spacious rooms. Modern design. There is no beach access but it’s a short walk away.

The Kalypso in Malia - Crete is a little gem. The hotel is quietly located and the city center (party mile) can be reached in just a 15-minute walk. Due to its size, the hotel has a family-like atmosphere and invites you to relax. The hotel grounds, the food, and the rooms are stylish, clean, and inviting. We especially want to highlight the staff. They are friendly, attentive, and always have an open...

The hotel is very nice and recommendable, not too big and a well-kept complex. The service is great, Maria Brazil and her colleagues are very friendly. A few minutes walk to the beach and the pool is fantastic too. Clearly recommended! 😊

Thanks for everything! Especially for your kindness, dear Maria from the reception, Maria Brazil and all the other support from the crew. We hope to be able to come back soon!

Brand new hotel, amazing hospitality, good breakfast and excellent location, 10 min from malia old town. Very recommended!!!

One of the best experiences! I loved the Greek hospitality and the family owned feeling. The staff is lovely and at your service for whatever you might need at any time of the day. The gardens looked amazing, as you can see from the photos as well as the entire building complex. I adored the reception girlies who were extremely friendly and helpful!🥰The rooms were neatly and flawlessly made every day...

It was clean and friendly staff

stay was absolutely wonderful! The hotel exceeded all my expectations. A perfect blend of comfort and luxury - I would highly recommend this place. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. Exceptional service! Everyone went out of their way to ensure we had a great stay The breakfast was delicious with a wide variety of options to choose from.

So, this is not I usually do because im lazy. 😅 Butttt this place amazed me, everything is so clean. The staff are very friendly and welcoming, everyone is very helpful for what you need. The room is very nice, the food from breakfast to dinner is all worth the price that you will pay to your room because it is already included. I will surely comeback. Thank you!

We had a wonderful time here last weekend with our friends. There are plenty of places to relax within the hotel, including the main pool area, the bar, the outdoor space that's part of your room, and the second, quieter pool area that is on a lower level.The staff at the hotel are so welcoming and helpful, so we found the hotel itself a very relaxing space to spend time with our friends. There are...

Lovely hotel, I stayed for 1 week at the end of September and had a great time the staff are really friendly at reception and the cleaners are 5* they come pretty much everyday and do an excellent job. Everyone has a smile and always happy to help you. Would highly recommend. - Balconies are spacious with views - Good swimming pool with comfortable lounge chairs - Food is varied and offers something...

Very nice hotel... I stayed 7 nights and i want more... Staff is very friendly, food was good, location is in middle of main street of new Malia,up on the street are some clubs. The pool is perfect, in the evening u can relax on the sun beds or tables... Not so much noise from the clubs as i expected and the main street is very animated with a lot of people... You make 5 minutes to the beach and in...

Located on the busy street, full of night clubs, restaurants and shops, a true pearl of Malia, restaurant Dionyssos really is. A family type business, it impressed me with sweet and caring staff, which made me feel welcomed. The hotel has been recently renovated, and I liked the lobby and the dining area. The choice of music played during the breakfast and the dinner was great. I also liked the new...

A very special place to relax. Good food and really incredible drinks. Thank you very much Maria, Janna and Manolis for your kindness 🙏🏻

Beautiful pool bar area served by the brilliant Christos

Lovely hotel to stay at. I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and it is not so crowed like the those bigger resort/hotels. The staff were very friendly and the service was always done with a smile. It is located a street back from the beach which adds to the intimacy of the place. If you like the quiet and chill out feeling when on holidays, then this is a hotel to consider on the top of your list.

A very nice hotel with all its amenities!!! Friendly staff and everything neat and clean!!! Nice pool as well as in front of the bar!!! Definitely worth it for your vacation!!!

We stayed 12 days in Anesea hotel and it was the best choice we could make! The service, the food and cocktails are really good. Everything is clean and the staff is really nice. The location is very good between Malia en Stalis, you can walk to both towns. We will recommend Anesea to everyone!

Liebes AneSea Team, thank you for everything ! This is the nicest little Design-Hotel we ever stayed at. We would actually like to take AneSea Hotel with us on our travels ... :-) If you think stylish Design-Hotel with all comforts and feeling welcome like family doesn´t go together, think again and try AneSea Hotel ! This place really has it all ... great breakfast, food, wine, cocktails ... a...

Nice small hotel with a clean comfortable rooms, a pool and restaurant both with sea view. It is located on the coast and has a nice sandy beach. Sunbeds by the pool were comfortable. It was quiet and not too crowded at the end of the high season, a perfect time to relax and enjoy the sound of the waves. The breakfasts were quite good, but some of the dinner dishes were not very tasty.

Great hotel..the room's are very clean.. the location of hotel it's almost nearly to the beach..

Great location, friendly staff, private beach, best house wine and last, but not least, quiet and clean! Food also available, gyros is great! Rooms are not sound proof and sometimes you may hear the neighbors; also, in the mornings most likely shower water is not so warm, but it’s common for all accommodation sites in the area.

This is my friends and mine second year staying here, and it’s great. The staff are lovely and so welcoming and are always approachable and talkative. We ate here most nights and for the price of the food it’s good, with options of Greek cuisine and more basic meals for those who aren’t adventurous. Would 100% recommend this place to friends or family who are wanting a nice break with beach access

What a nice family run Hotel. From reception staff to cleaners and bar staff. Keep doing the good job. Kostas

Booked on line with ease and dropped in on way back to airport. Staff were lovely and super helpfull. Alison a Scottish lass looked after us during beach stay while at the hotel and is a great member of staff. Restaurant on site was great local food and again service and staff were exceptional

The hotel is quite good. Rooms are very clean, personel are nice and food is so tasty. It is not big hotel so everything like restaurant, pools and beach is near (max. 3 minutes walk). I really enjoyed my time there but there is one thing that I didn't like. It is about entertainment team. There are a lot of activities in the morning and in the evening but they often explain everything and speak to...

Very decent hotel; some rooms/apartments are better than others. Our hotel room (main building) was a bit small/dated. Nothing like the pictures :) Also bathroom was old. Safe for valuables costs EUR 4 per day.. that’s really beyond what you would expect from a place like this! Especially since it’s ALL inclusive.. apparently that doesn’t apply to the safe.. Would have loved to see a coffee maker in...

The holiday in this hotel was okay overall, but if you care more about quality than quantity, I wouldn’t recommend it. The services definitely don’t reflect a 4-star standard. Personally, we wouldn’t return. The hotel is located in a beautiful garden right by the beach, which is undoubtedly one of its biggest advantages. The beach is great – clean water, plenty of sunbeds – but there are often big...

We had a mixed experience at the Sirens Beach hotel. On the positive side, the location is excellent — it’s very close to the beach, which made getting there with kids really easy. The resort itself is beautifully green and well-maintained, and the pools were always clean and inviting. There were some nice extras like minigolf and a small fitness area, which added to the overall experience. Our room...

Nice hotel with nice view, nice people staff. Clean rooms, very good, diverse and tasty food and drinks. Nice pools and lovely beaches. Thanks a lot for the hospitality and for our son birthday cake with found it in the room. That was a nice surprise. The hotel Is closely to the center of Malia, where you can find taverns, night clubs, markets. The complex yard is one of green lawn and palm trees...

10/10 stay and fabulous hotel. Great location and food is great with plenty of choice. Rooms are also cleaned every day. Will definitely be back!

We stayed here in August as a family of four and absolutely loved it! The rooms were spotless and comfortable, the breakfast was delicious, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel at home. The location was perfect — close to the beach and local restaurants. It was the ideal mix of relaxation and fun for both the kids and us. Highly recommend it for families!

The staff were very helpful on arrival as there was only a double bed & nowhere to sit. They moved us to a room close to pool,restaurant etc. We quickly realised we were the only British there & the resort was 90% German. Not a complaint but they do have different customs. The hotel is spotlessly clean but alot of the food was disappointing. All inclusive isn't really,Beer definitely not Grolsh in...

We decided to stay in an all inclusive hotel for our friend group trip and Meropi did not disappoint. The staff has been very helpful and friendly for anything we needed. Food is amazing and has options for all tastes. You can spend your time inside the hotel enjoyably and it’s close to the beach so there is the option of taking a 5 minute walk there. The rooms had all utilities we needed and were...

We had such a wonderful stay at Meropi Hotel & Apartments! The place is super clean, cozy and very family-friendly. The aqua park was amazing — our kids had the best time and didn’t want to leave! The staff were all so kind and helpful, always smiling and making us feel welcome. Great food, spotless pools, and a perfect location close to the beach but still peaceful. You can really feel the care and...

First of all we were surprised that when we booked a supreme room the room was small and how we were on the ground floor. I will so the room was clean when we went in however, bed sheets were not washed when said they were going to be washed and neither did the towels. Staff were rude, especially the restaurant staff as they gave dirty looks and me and my friend a lot. The shower drain would...

We traveled to Crete for a family holiday with no intention getting out of the hotel with a small child, not expecting to spend much and have all facilities and needs include food and some water activities. This facilities were well maintained, the pools are great with a small water part attached. The food is basic and sometimes salty. However the service is excellent at the food area and well maintained

Absolutely amazing stay, we were a girl group of 3 and were made to feel so welcome and safe! Nothing was ever a bother and you could have a laugh with the staff and other guests here. The cleanliness was fab. Food was fresh and based on Greek dishes every night. Another bonus was that there is no sun-bed reserving and you were always able to find a sun-bed. Would definitely come back here again,...

We stayed as a group of 14 for 11 nights at Villa Mare Monte, which is about a 15-minute walk to the old town and set in the hills with beautiful views of both the mountains and the sea. From the moment we arrived, the staff were welcoming, friendly, and informative, making us all feel at home. The one-bedroom accommodation was fantastic. My only small grumble would be that the studio was a little...

Recently back from holiday as a group of 5 girls and had the best time. Stay in apartment room was very clean spacious and modern, overall very pleasant. The strip is about a 15 min walk down a hill, not very well lit but a taxi is about 10 euro on average. If you’re not the best walker a taxi is needed when coming back for the strip. Air conditioning is not included and was about 80 euro for our ...

We recently stayed at villa mare monte on a friends holiday and had the absolute most perfect time ! This hotel was absolutely stunning , which was a bonus to the friendly and welcoming staff. The staff here honestly made our stay 10/10 and we were so sad to leave them. This hotel is perfect for anyone , we went on a friend’s trip but there were families , couples and elderly people and everyone seemed...

We are currently staying at Villa Mare Monte, what a find. Beautiful location close to the Old town. The staff are so lovely nothing too much trouble , very friendly and accomodating . The rooms are spotless and bedding , towels etc are changed frequently. The pool area is beautiful and you can watch the goats on the mountain. I would say this is a gem of a find. Well done to all the staff and owners...

We are on a last day of staying at this lovely, small and peaceful hotel. We’ve been here 2 weeks, the rooms are very clean and quiet, ours has hillside views at the front where you can spot the goats! From our balcony at the back we had a lovely sea view. The pool and bar areas are spotless and again, very peaceful and relaxing, we also enjoyed the crazy golf! Great stay and would definitely return

Our hotel for the week In Malia. Excellent and modern place with a nice pool and excellent food! The people that work here are all super nice and are multilingual!

Unfortunately, my stay at this hotel was incredibly disappointing. While the location seemed promising, the experience was overshadowed by hidden fees and poor customer service. When we checked out, I was shocked to find several unexpected charges that were never mentioned during our stay. To make matters worse, I was charged an outrageous fee for a tiny makeup mark on a towel—something that any decent...

What a wonderful hotel to enjoy a late 60th birthday present. The minute you walk through the door to be met with the warmest of welcomes, a truly great experience starts. Everybody is so warm friendly - and beyond efficient. This is customer service at its best. In particular the family really want to know you and ensure your happiness. My very special thanks go to Mum and Daughter who showered...

We recently just stayed at Matheo for a week in May and honestly we cannot fault it. On arrival they kindly upgraded our room to the suite and it was beautiful. All the staff were very friendly and accommodating. They could not do enough for us, they were very kind and helpful. We would highly recommend and would 100% visit again.

Great staff, very friendly people everywhere: reception, housekeeping, waiterd, bars - all of them are very good and helpful. We had great time, our room was very beautiful and clean. Food was very good, and great theme restaurants. Thank you and we will be definitely back one day!

Dear guest's Thank you very much for writing such lovely reviews further to your recent stay at the matheo villas and suites. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and that our staff were helpful to you. It is with feedback such as this that motivate us to continuously offer the best quality service and experience to our guests. Please be assured your comments will be shared with our Team...

Upon entering the Drossia Palms from the busy beach road in Malia you will find yourself in a beautiful, tranquil oasis. Close proximity to all of Malia’s nightlife, restaurants & beaches but you will feel like you’ve entered a completely separate resort as the well thought out surroundings, high specification rooms & of course the welcoming family ensure you have an excellent time! Highly recommend...

After a dodgy start to our holiday hotel, we decided to move & so glad we did, what a lovely hotel, real hidden gem! The staff were amazing & accommodating, nothing too much trouble. Thank you for making our holiday!!

Beautiful hotel, wonderful pool and the view with those palmtrees is amazing. We had a big and clean room with a nice patio. The bed was very comfy as well. All the staff of Drossia were very friendly and helpful :) The menu for lunch & drinks by the pool was great, we tried several meals and "Nonna" as we called the lovely lady who prepared the meals, makes the best food. We fell in love with the...

This was my first stay at Drossia Palms Hotel Malia (Crete) for 34 days in a Superior studio (ground floor great for people with mobility issues). Firstly, the pool area ambience is amazing with plenty of sunbeds, cabanas and sundeck lounges to choose from (as per photos on the website, no gimmicks here). The bar caters for a variety of drinks and a variety of meals. The cleaning services are daily...

I just got home from this hotel and it was an absolutely amazing experience, a friend and I went for the week and the bar staff Alex and Angelos were incredibly kind, Sophia herself was lovely and extremely helpful when we had any problems always putting customers first, they treat everyone as a new friend it was an amazing welcoming experience I will definitely return, food was delicious and cheap...

From booking to leaving it was the perfect holiday! Booked through *********** and had frequent communication with Sophia who was lovely and very helpful. As promised the taxi to pick us up was waiting, hassle free and friendly. When we arrived the owner was there to greet us and felt so relaxed and homely. The room was brilliant with access onto a patio and straight to the pool. Only notes on the...

We had wonderful time lodging in the junior suite overlooking the pool area and Aegean. The staff was very attentive and the food was good here too. The beach itself is a bit rocky but easily overcome. The area has many restaurants including one that is part of the family ownership: it was excellent.

The hotel facility is actually quite nice and the beach is good. But the rooms are not and the service slow and not really thoughtful. The surrounding area is a classic tourist trap with corresponding low/average quality restaurants. If you just want a beach, then it is a good low budget option, especially for teenagers that want cheap alcohol. For anything else I would recommend anything else that...

We stayed here 4 nights during our trip around the island of Crete and we had such a joyful and relaxed time. Great place with a lot of attention to details. From check-in welcome drink at the beach front bar until the very last minute, the attitude from every member of the team was so warm and friendly. The hotel is beach front with stunning views from the room and from the beach. Enough space for...

Great place to stay infront of the beach with beach umbrellas. Rooms are clean and have possible small cooking facilities. They clean the rooms everyday. People are welcoming and friendly. Nice pool and overall good ambience. An Instagram worthy place!

We have just stayed at Parthenis beach suits and it was perfect. A group of 13 of us with mixed ages from 19 to 63 and everyone loved the place. Accommodation great, the beds are so comfortable. The best nights sleep I have ever had staying on a Greek island. The food is delicious, pool area lovely, staff friendly, well located beach front beds with an amazing sunset view to top off beautiful days...

most amazing stay at a holiday hotel we ever had. the service is great. we loved it and we are looking forward to visit the hotel soon