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Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

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Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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Bungalow (Beach Front) | View from room
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

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Cretan Malia Park, Hersonissos, Crete, 700 07
  • Place, Palace of Malia
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Potamos Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Malia Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Bungalow, Garden View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Bungalow (Pool Front) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Bungalow (Pool Front)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Bungalow, Pool View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Bungalow, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Bungalow (Beach Front) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Bungalow (Beach Front)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Bungalow (Side Sea View) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Bungalow (Side Sea View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Bungalow (Family) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Bungalow (Family)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Junior Suite (Sea Front) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Junior Suite (Sea Front)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Suite

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Signature Bungalow (Garden)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Signature Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

5-star Hersonissos hotel steps from Palace of Malia
Catch some rays on Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants.
Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels offers 204 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A private beach and 2 outdoor tennis courts are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, The Cute Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is open daily.
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This luxury hotel also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Mediterraneo - This buffet restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Almyra - This poolside restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Mouries Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Greek cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Melissi - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.
The Beach Shack - Onsite tapas bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Almyra
  • Mediterraneo
  • Melissi
  • Mouries Restaurant
  • The Beach Shack

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Ecotours
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 13 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who book a half board inclusive rate plan receive breakfast and dinner at the property's buffet restaurant.
Please note: Guestroom photos are representative of rooms offered and may differ from the actual room received.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 1039K014A2512000

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Cretan Hotel Malia Park
Cretan Malia Park
Cretan Malia Park Hotel
Cretan Malia Park Hotel Malia
Cretan Hotel Malia
Cretan Malia Park Crete
Cretan Malia Park
Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels
Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels Hotel
Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels Hersonissos
Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels Hotel Hersonissos

Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 366 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 366 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 366 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 366 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 366 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nneka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing family resort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, totally kid friendly, pristine beach and pool, amazing staff, excellent food. Would recommend 100 times out of 100
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent a week here with our two daughters. It was an amazing experience. The hotel itself is beautifully designed with several options for swimming and laying out. It was great to be able to stay at a hotel where we could access the ocean directly. We never had issues finding beach chairs. The staff was incredibly nice and the food was excellent. Would love to return here again someday!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Natalie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Misleading, chaotic, and not as advertised: We booked this hotel for a romantic birthday getaway after seeing the beautiful photos and descriptions online and on their social media. Everything suggested it was a peaceful, couple-friendly place — perfect for celebrating. The reality could not have been further from that. When we arrived, there were children running around everywhere. Walking to our room, we passed hundreds of children, overcrowded areas, sun loungers blocking the paths, and even a dirty nappy right outside our door. It felt completely over capacity and nothing like the relaxing escape we’d been promised. We decided to at least try a cocktail before making any decisions, but the bar area was just as chaotic — yet again, swarms of children running around unsupervised. At that point, we cancelled our stay and booked another hotel immediately. If you’re looking for a quiet, romantic, or special occasion stay, this is not the place. Completely misleading advertising and a very disappointing experience
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zaki

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AVOID AT ALL COST !!! this hotel is not adult friendly. thousands of kids running around screaming all day and night. parents lounging on the grass and walking areas everywhere. beach is rocky. breakfast buffet is average with a lot of frozen foods. not worthy of the design hotel list.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Washington

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a calm, relaxing atmosphere, good choice of restaurants and was perfectly located on the coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here in June. The large family suite with bunk beds was very comfortable and the staff was very diligent about replacing towels which was really appreciated. The room was supposed to be seafront but in reality we were looking at trees blocking the view. The beach is great IF not windy. We had a few days where the wind meant no swimming at the beach was allowed. No big deal but something to be aware of. Mezze and Mouries restaurant had great food. The breakfast options are also great. The Italian restaurant was our least favorite, with some of the food lacking flavor, but the view overlooking the beach is special. It was a bit frustrating that the Beach Shack was closed for food on Sunday but the food was good when open. There were always chairs on the beach. We were there for over a week and the kids requested to try kids club and enjoyed it. It was very well staffed (6 staff for 3 kids) so they clearly enjoyed the attention. Cons: wish it was possible to order drinks poolside. We were coming from the States and in hindsight, Malia is a bit far to visit some of the best beaches on Crete. We chose it because it was close to Palace of Knossos and the archeology museum but we ended up spending a night in Chania to go to Elofonisi bc it’s too far for a day trip. The hotel app was not particularly useful. Everytime I tried to make a reservation for dinner I got an error. On the plus side, I called the hotel to make the reservations and always got what we wanted.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well kept and lovely decor. Nice beach setup. Very big and more suited to families. Don’t think we have ever seen more babies, didn’t bother us but be prepared for a lot of baby strollers. Only disappointment was food. Breakfast buffet is excellent but dinner is at best mediocre. Problem is the restaurants cater to all inclusive guests and a la carte, which in this case meant ok service and disappointing food. Also Malia, the nearby town, is strictly bars and nightclubs, zero charm. Agios Nikalos 30 minutes away much nicer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was exceptional – the room, food, service, staff, facilities, and location. We would definitely recommend the hotel and would stay there again without hesitation.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only downside for us was the huge number of families there with babies.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Omar

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely holiday here. The kids club was brilliant, the restaurants were excellent quality food in all the restaurants. Other guests we met on holiday who were half board and eating in the dinner buffet each night loved it. Kids were welcome in the buffet with a kids section that is a bit like school dinners to choose from. The breakfast buffet was brilliant and the hotel’s programme of events and activities are great for families. My two negatives was that the restaurants outside of the buffet, were inflexible for children, which overall made me feel that the hotel would rather you were eating in the buffet restaurant if you are there with kids.. which isn’t for us. We booked bed and breakfast because we enjoy the freedom for our other meals to be in or out of the hotel and restaurant experiences as a family are something we enjoy on holiday. We had some great meals in nearby restaurants that were very welcoming for kids too so if you’re the same, and don’t enjoy hotel buffet dinners, then there’s places to go outside of the resort. And then my only other disappointment was the towels were threadbare and our room wasn’t as clean as I would’ve expected. Overall a 4 star experience. Not the touches you would expect for 5 star. Crete was amazing as ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kayvan, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, main pool quite busy but the private beach was amazing with great beach bar and chilled music. We avoided the buffet and had incredible food at both the Cretan restaurant for breakfast and dinner and the Italian for dinner. Charming staff, just needs a minor rethink in bathroom as shower was narrow due to placement of soap holder. Overall a fantastic experience and would highly recommend and return
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joao Paulo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great family atmosphere with the most down to earth staff. Would highly recommend, what a unique and wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mohammed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ATHANASIA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and lovely staff throughout. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Seamus

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The resort is stunning, absolutely beautiful and the staff was very nice and friendly. Very good resort for families so would recommend if you want to have a relaxing week with your little ones, would suggest for up to 3 years old as they have more activities for the little ones. In terms of food I was expecting a bit more for the price and with the half board only one restaurant is included (excluding drinks) so it’s best to get the all inclusive, feel booking through Expedia wasn’t very clear and there was a confusion on what was included and what not. Drinks were amazing especially cocktails and the wine was very nice. Beach was a bit disappointed as i was expecting more as it was rocky and small. Informations were a bit unclear sometimes but overall was a nice relaxing holiday with our little baby.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shalini

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024