Hotels on first line in Malia

The only disadvantage for us was that the beach,( which is really close and you can go in your swim suit and where you have a reserves seat ) is very narrow and crowded with chairs which don't leave the space to feel the sea or even to walk on the beach

After two days, they give us a gift upgrade to the suite with own swimming pool. Also, the hotel is near the beach and pleasure beach. The entertainment in the evening was also nice

5 Stars is less for this Magic Place. You have to be high to stay High Beach ☆☆☆☆☆.

All the resort is beautifully designed and taken care off and very very clean. The resort has 5 pools, usually empty of people in the water but with people on the sunbeds around them

The High Beach Resort is a very well-maintained and visually appealing hotel complex. We arrived on April 2nd, 2026, the official start of the season

Despite this unprecedented crisis situation, the ENTIRE staff welcomed the guests with a warm smile! That's truly a great achievement! A very special thank you goes to the both managers LIA and YANNIS, who so professionally, sovereignly and prudently navigated their team through this exceptional situation, ensuring guests a carefree and unrestricted stay! This achievement deserves the highest respect...

Amazing stay at Ikaros Beach Resort in Crete! My wife and I had a four night stay here recently and it was a fantastic holiday

It was hard to say goodbye yesterday. Always on the wall outside the main buffet restaurant and the bar outside with a bent ear. Have a great rest, roll on 2026!! Well done to all the staff, they all work incredibly hard

Great resort, very relaxing, friendly and peaceful overall. The spa is great. Everyone is friendly and helpful. Overall is a great experience, this was my third time returning and would definitely come back.

Wendy and Katerina were amazing ( now facebook friends) We will be back thats for sure, we didn't even go off site we were too happy wandering around, although i will miss my cat i called Bobbin

Amazing 5 star Resort for couples who wants a romantic getaway. We went there in early November and had a nice experience with the Spa and Wellness Team: Wendy, Christina and Tina

We enjoyed 90 minutes Cretean massage and facials. Highly recommend to spend some extra bucks to get nice and relaxing time

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!

It has its own sun beds on the beach for its guest, and there is usually no problem to find a spot there

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

The rooms are clean, bright and well equipped we had a room with a jacuzzi we stayed in room 1212 had a pool and sea view from the balcony but nice and quiet

We looked at one of the rooms with a swim up pool and these were out of this world and definitely what we will book on our return visit

Had a lovey time the rooms where clean , good food and drinks choices , friendly staff that are very helpful. Shops and beach near by

The hotel itself is very clean, with good size pools and plenty of sunbeds (with a strict "no reserving sunbeds" policy). It's perfectly located next to the beach which again, was very quiet at this time of year

Be prepared to pay extra for sunbeds on the beach, although we didn't bother - the sand was perfectly comfortable

Great position!!! Just beside the beach! Lovely meals!!! All of the were tasty! Great both quality and quantity! Really new room! Evreything was in great condition

We stayed at this hotel in the penultimate week of the season so had the benefit of great weather at a quieter time

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

Lovely relaxing holiday with our 3 children. Beautiful views, clean rooms daily and clean swimming pool. 10 euros in a taxi to go to strip where it is more lively

Luckily, the staff was very friendly and helpful (family-run) and they moved us to another room, overlooking the pool. It was much better - modern beds and no noise at all

Very lovely hotel Stuff very professional There are here in a touch Room very clean room service top Beakfast really a lot of choice Swimmingpool clean The bar very good kitchen very good Stuff bar kitchen 5/5

It was one of the best 10-day vacations we've ever had with my partner. The rooms were beautiful, the housekeeping staff came in every day, and everything was spotless

Overall, all the rooms do need a little renovation, especially the bathrooms however, considering the prices, this hotel is good value for money and I recommend it. Mostly clean, with very few spots, dust, etc

I can see people unhappy to pay extra for the air conditioning however, this seems to be the case in all hotels in Malia that are budget-friendly

Breakfast has limited choice however, it is fresh and you can always find something

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.

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

Crispy around the edges then placed on a hot plate. Similar with varying foods every time. This station should be cooking as requested. It takes 2 minutes to cook an egg. I'd much prefer to have it cooked for me

I've been all over the world,so different cuisines aren't an issue. But the standard of food is very poor. The cooking station was manned by a really nice guy. But cooking 20 fried eggs over done

I hope this review helps the hotel to look into this and helps them make their hotel even better

Super swimming in spotless pools

Antisocial behaviour NOT tolerated at all! Food fresh and gorgeous. few mins walk one direction brought you to the funky strip

Great idea not to charge for air con as keeps the price low but there if you need it, makes perfect sense so you're not paying for something you might not need, especially out of season

The hotel was lovely, with an excellent location next to the old town, where there were loads of lovely restaurants. Great swimming pool and friendly staff, particularly Maria

No problem getting a sunbed in the morning which makes a pleasant change

Pool area is very nice with comfy sun loungers. takes a few days to get used to for 3 of us. snacks are “ok” Old town is lovely at night. We wanted cheap and cheerful

The hotel itself was clean and inviting, with a great atmosphere throughout. Rooms were spotless and cleaned every day, with fresh towels provided – including ones for the sunbeds, which was a bonus

Airport transfers were very helpful, as was other advice and information. Quiet hotel for wide variety of guests. Easy walk to Malia centre and Old Town, and to the beach

Most guests were families with young children and couples. Rooms were clean, however wifi had poor signal (better by the pool), and we often saw ants if the patio/balcony door was left open

On our last day, there was some younger male groups who were bombing into the pool and splashing everyone, to which staff told them off. This is not the hotel for that

She had great rapport with other guests as well. On our last day we were able to store our luggage post checkout and use the pool

We stayed at Socrates Hotel as a group of 14 lads and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better place

The terrace with the pool and bar has amazing views of the ocean and mountains, the food’s great, heaps good, just stay here

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

There is a sandy swimming beach a few meters from the hotel. Beautiful clean swimming pool in the hotel area which faces the sea. Tula was amazing organising a taxi transfer for us to and from the airport

Very quiet eventhough located a 5 minute walk from the party hotspot in malia. Very well maintained hotel, nice gardem and enough sunbeds arpund the pool

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

Overall an amazing stay for me and my friend. The location is great and convenient walking distance to the beach. Extremely friendly staff who made my stay even better and accommodated our needs

Whether we were swimming or just lying in the sun, it felt like a private little paradise. The hotel’s location is also ideal: centrally located and just a short walk to the beach

The room service was excellent – always on time, respectful, and reliable. The pool area is stunning – a perfect place to relax, cool off, and enjoy the atmosphere

Our stay was very lovely and convenient as the hotel was at a perfect distance from all the shops, beach and Malia strip. The workers were all kind and hospitable

The atmosphere of the hotel was good and nice for relaxing

Our stay at Hotel Sella Maria was truly exceptional! From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed. The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive – always ready to assist with anything we needed

Stayed here twice bit pricey but well worth it, has a fantastic swimming pool and has easy access to the beach, also has sunbeds to hire

Very nice hotel, great location, friendly staff, good rooms, pool, close to the beach, good price. Can recommend :)

We stayed at this hotel for a week and everything was great. The room was cleaned daily, the food was good, and the location was fantastic, right by the sea

We'd like to thank Ariadne for a wonderful week spent on beautiful Crete

Fantastic pool area with very friendly staff and good food. Direct access to the beach from pool area as well. Breakfast was not of similar quality though. Also, the hotel coffee was undrinkable

We had a good stay! However, you have to pay for the sun loungers at the pool. The staff is very, very friendly, except for the head waiter

We had a marvelous terrace with sunbeds, table and chairs. The bathroom was clean and everything worked properly

The establishment is well located, very welcoming, the room clean and functional. I recommend this establishment

I have been many time to this lovely family owned small hotel It’s such a lovely place to stay with lovely grounds , beautiful pool , the food is beautiful all home cooked Greek dishes? 5 mins from the beach , very clean rooms , Always have to book early & very popular

Fantastic place. 150 m (2 min) to the sandy beach without stones with convenient entry into the sea. The apartment is clean, safe, modern, fully equipped. Totally renovated. Greek flavor in everything.

Beach just 5min walk, sunbeds rent by restaurant between the all inclusive hotels or just a empty beach on the right. Check in was confusingly bad, didnt feel welcome at all and had no info about anything (e

Also, about the room, I booked a very nice studio front of the gardens of lemons. It was very comfort, cute and very clean. The pool was perfect and clean. Also, the Staff was very friendly and helpful from the first min

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

They are friendly, attentive, and always have an open ear. We particularly want to mention Maria from the reception. She welcomed us warmly, is professional, and a wonderful person

We can only recommend this hotel to singles, couples, and others who want to travel away from package tourism. Thank you very much and see you next time

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!

There are no regular restaurants around the hotel that can meet the quality of food presented here! The employees are all so friendly and kind, giving you the best service and completing the whole holiday experience at the Kalypso hotel!!! We will return here again and can recommend it without any doubts…

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

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

:-) 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

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

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!!!

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

The location is very good between Malia en Stalis, you can walk to both towns. We will recommend Anesea to everyone!

I came home early hours of this morning and I had the best time here. i was so relaxed and chilled here. The family will do anything to help you. i had a walk to the main beach,which took me 30 minutes walking

there is lots of shops on the way down and places to eat and drink. i got a taxi to potamos beach,which is beautiful. All in all I'd definitely go back

Had booked happy days for a break and after reading some of the reviews was wondering what I had done 😱 well I had booked a brilliant stay at a lovely hotel where the room was immaculate ,spotless , had everything you could need including booklet in several languages explaining the rules and other things about hotel

I can see why they ask everyone to be quiet on balcony's after 11pm as some people do go to bed early and want to sleep without being disturbed. It's in an ideal spot 10 minute stroll away from the strip

If you want to interact just go to bar, quiet time no problems, well looked after and the best thing I can say, looking forward going back there

Staff were lovely food amazing and cocktails 🍸 good and everything so cheap. 8euro for a pawnstar Martini 4 for large draft beer 🍺

It’s just a 3–5 minute walk to the beach, with a dedicated exit leading straight there, and even a shower next to that exit for rinsing off after swimming. Also, by that exit, there’s a children’s play area

For added convenience, you can rent vehicles (cars, ATVs, scooters, etc. ) right next to George’s Supermarket. The hotel also has its own parking area near the beach exit

Our room, located at the back of the hotel facing the swimming pool, was well-equipped and comfortable

Like any professional hotel, the staff greeted us warmly, found our booking quickly, took our passports for registration, handed over the keys, and showed us around. Check-out was equally efficient and friendly

The cleaning staff did a fantastic job, changing towels every 2 days and bed sheets every 3 days. We didn’t experience any of the issues other reviews mentioned – no cockroaches, no bugs, nothing

It had a balcony, a separate toilet and shower (with the sink outside), a free-to-use fridge, satellite TV, and a safe. Cleanliness really stood out – both in the room and throughout the hotel

Perfectly located to explore the old town’s traditional Tavernas but only a 10 minute walk to the craziness of ‘the strip’ if that’s what you want. Iro and Stavros lead a lovely team to look after all of your needs

But the staff was what made our vacation amazing. They were incredibly friendly and made us feel like part of the family! Thank U Maria, Janette, Manos and Jannis for those perfect 7 Days! We would come back, anytime!

Absolutely loved this hotel, room was basic, but clean, only paid 35 euros to stay a whole extra day as our flight wasn't untill 2am the next day. All the staff were happy, friendly. Will definitely come back

The pool itself is perfect, it's looked after extremely well and is very clean. The staff at the hotel make your time there even better. They are all so friendly and helpful, such genuine people

Pitty you have to pay for the Wi-Fi in the room and the air-conditioning that did bump my spending money up a bit however, life is too short not to enjoy yourself as you can’t take the money with you

Quiet and peaceful location in the Old City of Malia area, yet there are a lot of the best restaurants near the hotel. Pool is clean and pretty big with sunbeds around it

This hotel has fabulous views of the mountains on one side. There are two swimming pools with plenty of sunbeds. Each bed has a thick mattress so they are very comfortable

Lovely little apartment with everything you need. Very clean and cleaners came every other day. Receptionist very helpful with taxis and what shops to use. Pools were cold but that’s expected, area was clean

It's a 15-20 minute walk to the beaches, and about the same distance to grocery stores, just in the other direction. The lack of sidewalks on the road was a problem for us since we were with children

It is surrounded by farm land (veg, so no bad smells)

He let us stay in our room on our last day, even though the hotel had officially closed for the season. It was an 8hr wait from check out to our transfer to the airport

The food at the hotel is very good and very well priced as are the drinks. 10minutes walk to old town, 15minutes walk to beach

Very clean, relaxing pool area comfy sunbeds and plentiful. Food very good price & portions

Had a lovely holiday at the Real Palace. We were family with 2 teenage daughters aged 16 and 14. Pool was lovely nice size and warm. Manos was very welcoming when we arrived

We have just come back from this hotel in Malia and what can I say fab hosts couldn’t do enough for us during our stay there, hotel is clean, tidy, great housekeeping, ate there a few times and food was great and plenty of it

His daughter and son were also very friendly. Kostas was so friendly to and chatted to us every evening. Food was freshly prepared every day and was so tasty and healthy. I would highly recommend staying

What an amazing place to holiday. Manos Costa and all the staff are so friendly nothing is to much trouble. A lot of returning guests, you arrive not knowing anybody but leave as friends

This is a vibe hotel but the youngsters didn’t bother us as we were young once and did the same thing after exams