"Night reception didn't know where rooms were so took us the longest, most complicated way to the rooms. Once there rooms were on different floors.
Front door would only shut if slammed.
Nice breakfast, plenty of sun loungers. Pool was clean and great temperature "
"Very much enjoyed staying at this property. The location was perfect, right on the beach. The food was yummy and the staff was friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks for everything!"
"**Disappointing Experience with "Sea View" Room**
We booked a "Sea View" room, paying extra to ensure we could look directly out onto the ocean, as advertised. However, upon arrival, our room faced a building, and we could only see the sea by looking to the side, which was far from the expectations set by the photos associated with our room category. When we raised this issue with the service desk, they showed us another room, but the view was obstructed by a large palm tree, making it...
"Sergiani Gardens is ideally located,a warm welcome on arrival with a friendly atmosphere.
With a excellent Restaurant,a focal point on the site,a lovely swimming pool set within beautiful gardens."
"Had a fantastic stay at Psaras. This was our 2nd time & equally enjoyable. Comfy beds, constant hot water, great position for restaurants, bars etc & maid service regularly.
The only thing to mention is on our previous visit we could use the pool at the hotel in front. We were told we couldn’t do that any more as it’s an all inclusive hotel & it’s not free to use the pool/beds like it was 4 yrs ago. Otherwise all good "
"Family run hotel which was very hospitable. Nice pool, excellent service, close to beach. Family was very helpful. We stayed 3 nights.
Thanks for great stay!"
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"This was our first stay at a “boutique“ hotel. But it will not be our last. We loved the adult only aspect, and after the craziness of several days in Athens, it was the perfect antidote. The property is lovely and the staff is wonderful. We were greeted by name when we arrived and they never asked for a name or room number again. They just know who you are. I just wish we’d had more time. If we’re ever in Crete again, will definitely be back."
The Noverian Scenic Crete 5 Star Hilltop Villa Resort & Spa
6/10 Okay
"Stayed as a family of 4 for 9 days in mid August 2025, 2 adults and 2 children.
Positives:
Remote hill top location in Old Town Malia (10/10).
Villas with private 10m to 15m length pools (10/10).
Overall the teams were very helpful and did their best to support.
Amazing views of Malia from your balcony from the hill top location (10/10).
Notable mentions; Alexia at the front desk,
New lady in the restaurant from Romania, Male supervisor / manager who helped us after we got locked out of the villa with 2 keys at night.
Private pool chemical level being checked.
Met the new owner at dinner whilst the teams were stressfully trying to work out our bill for a new menu and he said he his aware of what they need to improve on and service is not were he wants it to be.
Negatives:
Attention to detail I.e. 1 bed was missing its top cover for the first 3 nights.
Very easy to lock yourself out of the villa because of the safety feature on the doors.
Service in the restaurant needs to be improved / missed opportunity from the hotel due to isolated location.
Catering options are very limited / Menu cards are confusing / Not clear what you have ordered and what you are paying for.
Nightly disturbances from staffing quarters into the early morning (stayed in villa 407).
No locks on the bathroom or toilet doors.
Hot water in the tap & shower is extremely boiling hot.
Toilet / Shower room on the lower floor in the 2 bedroom villas should have a solid divider as water gets everywhere."
"En plus d'un logement parfait (spacieux, magnifique vue, bien équipé, literie très confortable et bien propre), nous avons été très bien accueillis, les hôtes sont adorables. Merci pour ce séjour, nous recommandons à 100%"
"Our maisonette was huge. Towels and bedding changed frequently but the floors were not swept meaning sandy beds a few days. I would happily of brushed them had there been a brush. The aircon upstairs was brilliant. Downstairs was ancient and needs replacing. The cover actually fell of the wall onto my daughters bed!
Breakfast was better earlier on around 9ish. You cpukd always get a sunbed too which is a bonus. Bar prices were similar to town and snack menu was good.
It was a little too far out for us though but on the flipside it offered peace and quiet."
"This hotel was exceptional. The view of the room was amazing. The hotel itself was very modern and clean. The sea view from the pool was outstanding and also it has an easy access to the beach. I would definitely suggest staying at this resort. "
Bring your family to Star Beach Water Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Hersonissos Centre. Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
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