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Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
View from room
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Bungalow (Beach Front) | View from room
Cretan Malia Park, a Design Hotels member near Palace of Malia, offers a luxurious escape with a breakfast buffet, yoga, and Pilates. Guests savor Mediterranean dishes at three restaurants. The property features designer shopping, bike rentals, and attentive staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$405
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Bungalow (Side Sea View)

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
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Double Room

Highlights

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

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Bungalow, Pool View

Bungalow, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Bungalow (Beach Front)

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
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (Sea Front)

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
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Deluxe Bungalow (Family)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

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
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

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
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bungalow (Pool Front)

Bungalow (Pool Front)

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
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

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

Located in Hersonissos, Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Malia Beach and Stalis Beach, while Aquaworld Aquarium and Acqua Plus Water Park are popular local attractions. Palace of Malia and Sarandaris Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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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

  • ‪Taverna Eva - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Red Lion Malia - bar and restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Epsilon: The Alcoholic Church - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • Malia Star restaurant

About this property

Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

Luxury eco-certified 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 travellers may like the Pilates, fitness classes and ecotours at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage, a body treatment or a body wrap at The Cute Spa, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Mediterranean cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has a terrace, designer shops on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, 2 outdoor tennis courts and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and beach towels
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 204 individually decorated rooms feature perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift
  • 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 and check-out are 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
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.

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 all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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

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 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
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 any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the 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

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.

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

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels on 16 Oct 2025 start from NZ$375.00, 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 at Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels?

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

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

Nestled on the beach, this Hersonissos hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Palace of Malia, Malia Beach and Stalis Beach. Aquaworld Aquarium and Sarandaris Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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