We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Mália, Greece. We have also included accommodation in apartments, villas, boutique hotels, residences, romantic hotels and holiday homes. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Apartment hotel.Elegant. Great value. Surrounded by a garden, the family-run Emerald Hotel features a swimming pool and poolside snack bar. It offers studios with balcony overlooking the pool and mountains. Malia Old Town is a 5-minute walk away. All studios at the Emerald Hotel have a kitchenette with a refrigerator and kitchenware. The private bathroom comes with a shower. Α safe is provided at extra charge. There is also a shared lounge. Free WiFi is available throughout. The local post office is right next to the property, while shops and restaurants can be reached within a short walk. A bus stop can be reached within 20 metres of the property. The Minoan Palace of Malia is at a distance of 2 km. The town of Hersonissos is 7 km away and Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is at 28 km.Show full description
Apartment.Charming. Lovely interior design. Featuring a garden and views of garden, Olympus Studios is a recently renovated apartment located in Malia, 500 metres from Tropical Beach. Set on the beachfront, this property has a bar and barbecue facilities. The apartment features an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar, as well as a hot tub and luggage storage space. At the apartment complex, the units come with bed linen and towels. Offering a terrace or balcony with views of the sea and mountain, the units feature air conditioning, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV and kitchen. All units come with a private bathroom and coffee machine, while selected rooms are fitted with a patio and others also offer pool views. Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available daily at the apartment. There is a coffee shop on-site. For guests with children, Olympus Studios provides outdoor play equipment and a kids' club. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation. Sun Beach is 500 metres from Olympus Studios, while Potamos Beach is less than 1 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 31 km from the apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great bar. Located 200 meters from the best beach of Crete, the sandy main beach of Malia, Drossia Residenza offers individually decorated luxury suites with Cretan Sea or garden views. All residence and suites recently renovated. The private beach of the sister hotel, Parthenis beach suites by the sea with free sunbeds and umbrellas for our guests, is 400 meters away. Each house has led TV and a seating area, free products treatments and hairdryer. Drossia residences provide shuttle service, excursions around the Crete and rental car services on request. Heraklion international airport is at distance 30 km. Private parking on site is offered. Experience the authentic Cretan hospitality.Show full description
This might be the most elegant boutique hotel in Mália.
Holiday Home.Charming. Nice surroundings. Olive House, a property with a garden, is located in Malia, 1.6 km from Alexander Beach, 1.6 km from Ikaros and Kernos Beach, as well as 1.7 km from Central Malia Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The comfortable, air-conditioned accommodation also comes with soundproofing and a fireplace. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Tropical Beach is 2.9 km from the holiday home, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 29 km from Olive House.Show full description
I rate this as the most cosy and romantic holiday home in Mália.
Boutique hotel.Nice style. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor pool and sun terrace, Sunshine Boutique Hotel is peacefully set in Malia. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Sunshine Boutique Hotel features free WiFi. Several bars and restaurants can be found nearby. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire, while private parking can be provided nearby, upon charge. Heraklio Town is 30 km from Sunshine Boutique Hotel, while Hersonissos is 8 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 27 km from Sunshine Boutique Hotel.Show full description
This might be the most well designed boutique hotel in Mália.
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Great interior design. Set in Malia, 300 metres from Ikaros and Kernos Beach, AneSea Hotel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. 700 metres from Alexander Beach and 1.4 km from Central Malia Beach, the property features a terrace and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel all rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room includes a coffee machine, while some rooms also offer a balcony and others also have mountain views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at AneSea Hotel. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel. Tropical Beach is 2.9 km from the accommodation, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 28 km from AneSea Hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Nice interior design. The warm and friendly Sunvillage Malia Boutique Hotel and Suites are located just 2 minutes’ walk from the golden sandy Malia beach. Set amidst gardens, it provides a pool with sun-lounger terrace and a pool snack bar. Accommodation at the fully renovated Sunvillage Malia Boutique Hotel and Suites consists of elegantly furnished and individually decorated studios and apartments. Guests can start their day with a buffet breakfast available daily at the neighbouring property. Featuring Cocomat mattresses and pillows, each unit includes a balcony with sea, pool or mountain view. Air conditioning and safe are also available. Restaurants and supermarkets are just 100 metres away. Malia also offers a wide variety of activities such as go carts, tennis courts, mini-golf and water sports, and all within walking distance from the Sunvillage. Sunvillage Malia Boutique Hotel and Suites are situated approximately 5 km from Hersonissos and 28 km east of the Heraklion International Airport. The hotel can arrange for taxi service or airport transfer at an extra charge, while excursions can be organized upon request.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Elegant. Great location. Surrounded by extensive lawns, 800 metres from Malia’s Old Town, Villa Mare Monte offers self-catering accommodation with private balcony and a pool with sun terrace, free sun beds and umbrellas. The bright and spacious studios are tastefully decorated and have equipped kitchenette with kettle and fridge. Each has a large private balcony, most with a direct view of the sea and the traditional villages of Malia and Stalis. Set in 5.000 m² of spacious grounds, the Villa Mare Monte offers an internet corner with free Wi-Fi, a play room with pool table and a large satellite TV with sports live broadcast. The pool-side snack-bar serves a homemade breakfast, snacks, salads and all-day meals with a focus on Mediterranean cuisine. Weekly barbeque evenings, as well as occasional mini golf tournaments are organised. The centre of Stalis is 1.5 km away from Villa Mare Monte, while the nearest beach is 1.2 km away. A restaurant can be found within 450 metres from Villa Mare Monte and a supermarket is at a distance of 500 metres. The Minoan Archaeological Site of Malia is 3 km away.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a great location in Malia and outstanding views.
Apartment hotel.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. The seafront Pyrgos features spacious and well-equipped apartments, 100 metres from a sandy beach, and within walking distance from the centre of Malia. It features a pool and a pool bar that serves drinks and snacks. The air-conditioned Pyrgos Apartments have balconies with sea or garden views, kitchenette with cooking rings and fridge. The hotel’s swimming pool, located right next to the beach, also enjoys beautiful views of the sandy Malia Beach. Guests can relax in the free sun loungers. Malia lies about 30 km Heraklion International Airport. The 3 mile-long, sandy beach plays host to a variety of water sports. At night, an endless supply of taverns, discos and pubs leads to the seafront within a 10-minute walk from the property.Show full description
I would describe this as the most beautiful and relaxing apartment hotel in Mália. It also has beautiful surroundings!
Apartment hotel.Great views. Popular among couples. Featuring an outdoor pool and private beach area, Pyrgos offers a garden, terrace and free WiFi in public areas. The town of Malia with restaurants and shops is a 10-minute walk away. Overlooking the Gulf of Malia from its balcony, each studio has a flat-screen TV. It offers air conditioning and a kitchenette. The bathroom comes with a shower. Pyrgos is 3 km from the village of Stalida with its sandy beach. The city of Heraklion, Heraklion Airport and the picturesque coastal town of Agios Nikolaos are all within a 35 km reach.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great value. Situated within 400 metres of Malia Strip, 24 Seven Boutique Hotel in the centre of Malia provides a bar, as well as free WiFi. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Malia Beach is a 15-minute walk away and Malia Marina is 1 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 26 km from the hotel. Heraklion City is 30 km away.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great location. Dimamiel Malia Inn is situated in Malia, 200 metres from the beach, and 450 metres from the busy centre. Facilities include a swimming pool with attached hot tub and children’s pool. Accommodation at Dimamiel Malia Inn comes with a kitchenette with fridge. The functional rooms are furnished in typical island style. All units are air conditioned and include a TV. Guests can relax by the pool, or get a break from the sun at the hotel’s TV lounge. The English-speaking staff are available 24/7. The hotel is conveniently situated next to a super market (20 metres) and the bus stop (650 metres). There is free on-site parking available.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Beautiful. Great views. Parthenis Beach is situated on the beach front in Malia. All suites have a balcony, with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. Parthenis Beach’s suites are modern and well-furnished, each with kitchen facilities. Parthenis has BBQ facilities and a games room. There is free Wi-Fi and free parking. There is a large outdoor swimming pool with luxury terrace and hot tub. The restaurant serves traditional and international cuisine. You can eat al fresco, with views of the ocean. Shops, tavernas and entertainment are within walking distance. The Old Town of Malia and Minoan archaeological site are within easy reach of the hotel. A shuttle service is provided upon request and at extra charge.Show full description
Apartment. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Yiasemi Luxury Suite is located in Malia. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 1 km from Central Malia Beach. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking apartment features a hot tub. The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests can also relax in the garden. Ikaros and Kernos Beach is 2 km from the apartment, while Sun Beach is 2.1 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 29 km from Yiasemi Luxury Suite.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Historic property. Great bar. Popular among women. Within a short walk from the centre of Malia, Sarpidon Apartments is a colourful complex of self-catering units featuring a lovely pool with poolside bar-restaurant. It also includes a lounge area and a play room with billiards and electronic games. The air-conditioned studios and apartments are tastefully furnished and open out to a private balcony. Each includes a kitchen or kitchenette with dining area and an en-suite bathroom. At the poolside bar-restaurant, you can enjoy refreshing drinks, cocktails, as well as snacks and meals throughout the day. BBQ and karaoke nights are organized on a weekly basis. The nearest beach is 1.40 km away. The picturesque town of Agios Nikolaos is 28 km away, while Heraklion International Airport is at 32 km. Free private on-site parking is available.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most HISTORIC apartment hotels in Mália. It also has an amazing hotel bar.
Apartment.Unique. Offering accommodation with air conditioning, Riaki Apts is situated in Malia, right on the seaside road, 30 km from Heraklio Town. Hersonissos is 7 km away. Free WiFi is featured . All units feature a seating area. Some units have a balcony and/or patio. There is also a kitchenette, fitted with a toaster and fridge. Every unit is equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Towels are provided. Riaki Apts also includes a sun terrace. Guests will find several shops, restaurants and bars in the lively surrounding area. Agios Nikolaos is 26 km from Riaki Apts, while Elounda is 24 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 27 km from the property.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Beautiful. Great value. Popular among couples. Drossia Palms Hotel and Nisos Beach Suites is a beautiful complex set amidst delightful gardens with palm trees and located 150 metres from the Malia beach. It consists of 2 separate buildings and features a private beach area with sun loungers and umbrellas. Facilities include a snack bar, pool table and large swimming pool area with sun terrace. The rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated. They all have private balconies overlooking the complex, air conditioning and kitchenette facilities. With a location right next to Malia's entertainment district and central beach strip, Drossia Palms Hotel and Nisos Beach Suites allows you to enjoy this vibrant seaside resort. Staff can also arrange excursions on request.Show full description
Apartment. Set in Malia, 1.4 km from Central Malia Beach and 1.9 km from Sun Beach, Nikos apartment offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property is around 21 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, 29 km from Lake Voulismeni and 36 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum. The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.3 km from Ikaros and Kernos Beach. Venetian Walls is 36 km from the apartment, while The Palace of Knossos is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 29 km from Nikos apartment.Show full description
Apartment.Lively. Situated in Malia close to the sandy beach and Malia center, Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex offers a garden and barbecue. Heraklio Town is 31 km away. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. All air-conditioned rooms offer sea-view and safe-box. Hersonissos is 8 km from Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex, while Agios Nikolaos is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 28 km from Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex.Show full description
I rate this as the most LIVELY apartment in Mália.
Apartment. Set in Malia, 1.4 km from Central Malia Beach and 1.8 km from Ikaros and Kernos Beach, Villa Gio offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio and a swimming pool. The spacious apartment comes with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. A car rental service is available at the apartment. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. There is a coffee shop on-site. Alexander Beach is 1.8 km from Villa Gio, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 29 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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