Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

5.0 star property
Upmarket beachfront hotel with spa, near Palace of Malia

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Relax on the beach with sun loungers and umbrellas at this coastal hotel, surrounded by lush greenery and turquoise waters.
Relax by the serene pool, surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and a tranquil atmosphere.
Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, sofa, and a beautiful floral mural.
Relax in a serene outdoor seating area with cushioned benches and a view of the surrounding greenery.
Relax in this serene living space with a large sofa, wooden coffee table, and dining area.
Experience the luxury of Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels near Palace of Malia. Indulge in a breakfast buffet, unwind with yoga classes or Pilates, and enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at one of the 3 on-site restaurants. With designer stores on site, bike rentals available, and helpful staff to assist you.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on-site
  • Fridge
  • Separate sitting area
The current price is RM1,215
RM1,458 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Room options

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Bungalow (Side Sea View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Bungalow, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Bungalow (Beach Front)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Sea Front)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Bungalow (Family)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Bungalow, Garden View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bungalow (Pool Front)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Signature Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Signature Bungalow (Garden)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Cretan Malia Park, Hersonissos, Crete, 700 07

What's nearby

  • Palace of Malia - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Potamos Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Malia Beach - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Stalis Beach - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Star Beach Water Park - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zoo Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Red Lion Malia - bar and restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Drossia Cocktailbar & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mint Cocktail Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mango - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

Putting you within a 10-minute drive of Stalis Beach, Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beachside drinks and sunloungers. 3 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and facials. Mediterraneo, one of 3 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a free kid's club and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Russian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 204 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Free supervised childcare
    • Free children's club
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Ecotours
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 13 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Designer shops on-site
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Mediterraneo – This buffet restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Almyra – This poolside restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Mouries Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in Greek cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Melissi – On-site cocktail bar. Open daily.
The Beach Shack – On-site tapas bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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 to 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
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

Also known as

Cretan Malia Park Hotel
Cretan Hotel
Cretan Malia Park
Cretan Malia Park Hotel Malia
Cretan Malia Park Crete
Cretan Hotel Malia
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing is available.

What is there to do at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels and nearby?

Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, ecotours and Pilates. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels also has 2 bars, a private beach and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring Mediterranean cuisine and poolside dining.

Does Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels like?

Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels is located on the waterfront, a short 2-minute walk from Palace of Malia and 11 minutes' walk from Potamos Beach.

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Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The private beach was amazing with great beach bar and chilled music. (7 reviews)
  • The breakfast buffet was amazing with a changing menu and great options. (9 reviews)
  • The property's restaurants offered excellent dining options with great food and a variety of choices. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

The hotel had a calm, relaxing atmosphere, good choice of restaurants and was perfectly located on the coast.
Maxine Victoria, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everything was exceptional – the room, food, service, staff, facilities, and location. We would definitely recommend the hotel and would stay there again without hesitation.
Nick, 6-night trip

2/10 Terrible

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.
Zaki, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Only downside for us was the huge number of families there with babies.
Dominic, 6-night trip

2/10 Terrible

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
Natalie, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property and lovely staff throughout. Would stay again.
ATHANASIA, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Great place for a vacation with kids
Steffen, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel, great family atmosphere with the most down to earth staff. Would highly recommend, what a unique and wonderful experience!
Joao Paulo, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property and fantastic service.
Darius, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel, great food and location just by the beach. If you’re traveling with children, it’s a great place to stay.
Julia, 10-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful hotel, staff and facilities
Bubune, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely stay with our 2 year old. The property is well kept and staff is excellent. Enough dinner options (included in halfboard is the buffet or a discount in the other restaurants). Pool was great and it felt like a small village. Perfect for a relaxing holiday. The resort is a little outside of the village and we rented a car for a few days to explore part of the island.
Amy, 10-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very family friendly, comfortable hotel

Lovely resort, incredibly family friendly. Kids club is great if child is over 3 years old. Very relaxing stay, only downside is beach is quite rocky compared to others visited in Crete, but you can always use the pool.
5-night trip

8/10 Good

Great place. Lots of kids.

Great location, Amazing building, food and service. Maybe toooo child friendly for such an amazing place. Most areas are littered with Toddlers running around or making noise.
Kevin, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Brandon, 9-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place to stay. Kids friendly. Relaxing
Bosh, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Heated kids pool was amazing for swimming in May with a baby, beautiful clean grounds and incredibly friendly staff
Hannah, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay here! The facility is beautiful and offers many things to do. We didn't need to leave the resort at any time to do something else. Staff was mostly very sweet and friendly. Defenitely recommend or will come back someday :)
Claudia, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing and comfortable family holiday.

Very comfortable stay, friendly staff, good breakfast, nice pools. Good place to stay for a relaxing family holiday. One minor downside is the beach, which is not the best around for accessibility to the water for kids. But largely made up for by the rest of the experience. Would recommend.
Erik, 8-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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
Stephen, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

Great hotel.

We had three different room types. Best was beach villa. Fantastic personnel at beach bar! Great breakfast! Only issue was all the rocks in water. Hurt my foot badly.
Jan, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderfull. Very beautiful resort. Nice restaurants with decent prises. One widget though: They could improve the teenage program and the gym could be bigger. All in all a really great hotel. We will definitely return.
Pernille Eiberg, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We’ll come again!

We had an absolutely great time at the hotel, the staff was very welcoming and the hotel facilities perfect, offering everyone the right alternative: with kids at the pool, quiet at the river pool or with some good chill out music by the beach - we’ll come again!
Sebastian, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Claes af Wetterstedt and Isabelle Dahlin

We are very pleased with our stay at Cretan Malia Park The hotel have a lovely contemporary style with a fresh and sophisticated feeling and style. The food was really amazing in all 4 restaurants. A special thanks to the lovely staff members in all parts of the hotel. You all made our stay special and we were so happy with the overall experience and service.
Claes, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing 5 star resort in a human scale. Great facilities and service, especially good for families with children. Beautiful decor and tasty food options. Loved the beach.
Sabrina, 7-night trip