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Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

Property class: 5 and above

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Garden-modern calm on private sands

Phāea Cretan Malia brings a warm mid-century mood to Crete’s serene northern coast, where Cretan marble, rattan, and brass echo the surrounding Mediterranean gardens. Days slip between a fine sandy private beach with gentle entry and a river-style pool that meanders through lush greenery with lagoon-like pockets and shallow sections for families.

  • Farm-to-table under the stars

    Gather from Bostani garden, then dine in an open-air pavilion.

  • Memories made at The Place

    Outdoor cinema nights bring relaxed screenings beneath the sky.

  • Italian with a sea-view edge

    Almyra serves coastal Italian dishes at the property’s northern tip.

Amenities

  • Large heated outdoor pool with loungers.
  • Private beach watersports with boards, canoes, snorkels.
  • Holistic spa treatments with sea salt, olive oil.
  • Daily yoga, Pilates, and meditation pavilion sessions.
  • Three-minute walk to Malia Minoan Palace.
  • Bungalows with reserved sunbeds by the river pool.
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View all photos for Bungalow, Garden View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Bungalow, Garden View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bungalow (Pool Front)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a view of a swimming pool.

Bungalow (Pool Front)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bungalow, Pool View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Bungalow, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bungalow (Beach Front)

A room with a sofa set, a chair, and a view of a grassy area with trees and a body of water.

Bungalow (Beach Front)

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

View all photos for Bungalow (Side Sea View)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

Bungalow (Side Sea View)

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

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a bench, and a balcony with a view of trees.

Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow (Family)

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Bungalow (Family)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A bedroom with a large bed, two nightstands, a chair, and a cactus mural on the wall.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite (Sea Front)

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a garden and trees through a sliding glass door.

Junior Suite (Sea Front)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Suite

  • Beach view
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Signature Bungalow (Garden)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Signature Bungalow (Garden)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Signature Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small round table, a bench, and a balcony with a view.

Signature Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Swim-Up Bungalow

A poolside area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.

Swim-Up Bungalow

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Hersonissos, Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Malia Beach and Stalis Beach, while Aquaworld Aquarium and Acqua Plus Water Park are popular area attractions. Palace of Malia and Crete Golf Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Hersonissos travel guide
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Emmanouil Tsagaraki, Hersonissos, Crete, 700 07

What's nearby

  • A beach with a boat, umbrellas, and a sign reading "TROPICA BAR".
    Potamos Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A beach with two blue lounge chairs and a beach umbrella.
    Stalis Beach
    6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Palace of Malia
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Malia Beach
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Malia Ruins
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • 2 The Moon Stalis
    5 min drive
  • Nemo Beach Bar
    6 min drive
  • The Red Lion Bar & Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Epsilon: The Alcoholic Church
    2 min drive
  • Thalassa
    3 min drive

About this property

Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel near Palace of Malia
  • Located close to Malia Beach and Stalis Beach, Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels provides a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling and basketball at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Mediterranean cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the health club; the property also has concerts and live shows, a terrace, and designer stores on site. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Bike rentals, an outdoor tennis court, and an electric car charging station
    • Babysitting (surcharge), helicopter/airplane tours, and farming classes
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 204 individually decorated rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Designer toiletries, showers, and hair dryers
    • Smart TVs with satellite channels
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

All inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

    • All buffet meals and snacks included
    • In-room minibar (all beverages included)
    • Number or type of beverages limited at one or more venues
    • Gourmet or à la carte dining limited to 3 meals per stay

Land activities

    • Fitness facilities
    • Kids club

Lessons/classes/games

  • Yoga

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by these third-party sustainability certification schemes: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) and Travelife. For more information on what these certifications require and verify, please visit their websites.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Cooking classes
  • Designer stores
  • Farming classes
  • Free children's club
  • Health club
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • 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
  • Stroller

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 13 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Rooftop garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
This property uses some solar and geothermal energy
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
The seasonal pool will be open from April to November
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and 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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels on Sep 5, 2026 start from $334, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels located?

This family-friendly Hersonissos hotel is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Palace of Malia and Malia Beach. Stalis Beach and Aquaworld Aquarium are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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