Hotel Malia Holidays

Hotels
7.9 (51 reviews)
4, Math. Zahariadi St. , Malia , gr

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Nice pool
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Dated rooms
Food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.98
Several reviews noted that the cleanliness was poor, with comments on dirty items not being replaced during room cleaning.
Service
8.95
Most guests mentioned friendly and helpful staff, particularly at the pool bar.
Location
9.49
Location was frequently praised for being close to various attractions, while maintaining a quiet environment.
Room Quality
6.94
Reviews indicated that rooms were dated and had some issues like uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
7.97
Amenities like the pool were appreciated, but some services were lacking, like breakfast options.
Value for Money
7.93
Compared to reviews, the pricing seems fair, but guests felt some aspects didn't match the cost.
Food and Beverage
6.48
Mixed reviews on food quality; limited options and several guests were disappointed with breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.45
Guests enjoyed their stay overall, despite some issues, and expressed interest in returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 12:50

Property Description

Tranquil Oasis in Crete

Relax by the Pool: Hotel Malia Holidays boasts a spacious, free-form pool surrounded by a lush garden, perfect for unwinding under the sun.

Comfortable Accommodation: The rooms and suites, featuring stone floors and modern amenities like air conditioning, offer stunning views from private balconies. Some even include a cozy seating area.

Entertainment and Convenience: Enjoy billiards and satellite TV in the lounge, or explore nearby bars and shops. With a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi, and a delicious buffet breakfast, your stay is sure to be seamless.

Ready to experience a slice of paradise at Hotel Malia Holidays? Book now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 13 and older are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 51 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.98
Service: 8.95
Location: 9.49
Room Quality: 6.94
Amenities: 7.97
Value for Money: 7.93
Food and Beverage: 6.48
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Lieke extended_group nl
8
We had a lovely time and if we’re ever back in Malia we will be coming back here.
Pros:

This hotel is located in the busiest street of Malia but it isn’t noticeable at all from the hotel room. The building looks lovely and the rooms are small but convenient. There is a supermarket nearby and plenty of restaurants. It is also very close to the Malia 33 busstop from which you can travel to for example Hersonissos and Iraklion. With that is is also just a few streets away from the beautiful Malia old town, and only about 15 minutes away from the beach.

Our favourite thing to do at Malia Holidays hotel was go to the pool. There were many sunbeds and parasols for free use and there was a bar with lovely smoothies and lots of food choices. We want to compliment the lovely woman that worked at the pool bar every day for the whole week we were there. She worked 10-18 everyday in the heat and she deserves some appreciation for that. I very specifically want to tell every guests that stayed or will stay there that you can bring back your own food left overs and dishes to the bar and that it is no bother at all, instead of forcing the lovely woman at the bar to keep going into the heat of the sun to clean up your messes. Thank you in advance.

We very much enjoyed our stay here.

Cons:

There were some loud guests which was not the hotels fault. The lovely owner even send some guests away because of improper behaviour. This was very much appreciated.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Adrian couple gb
1
2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller ch
8
2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller ch
8
2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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László couple hu
10
2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Luigi solo_traveller fr
9
2025-09-10 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Really good location and general facilities

Cons:

Rooms are a bit dated but I didn't find it a problem

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
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shakira1 family_with_children il
8
Pros:

מיקום מעולה, צוות ידידותי, ארוחת בוקר בסיסית אבל טעימה.

Cons:

אסור להכניס אוכל או שתיה לאזור הבריכה אלא רק לרכוש מהמזנון בבריכה, החדרים מיושנים, והנקיון גרוע לא שמו קפה ולא החליפו את כוסות השתיה בנקיון היומי השאירו הכל מלוכלך. בלילות היה רעש נוראי של טריקות דלתות ובעיטות על הדלתות התעוררנו מספר פעמים.

2025-08-18 via Nuitee
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Rebecca family_with_children au
5
Pros:

The pool was nice and the lady at the snack bar was very sweet and had lovely service.

Cons:

Breakfast had limited options and was underwhelming. The receptionist who checked us in and who worked most days was rude, condescending and very unhelpful. The pool closed at 6pm! It's Summer holidays! The sun was up and we were asked to get out of the pool from 530. This was a huge contributor to the reduced rating along with the terrible service.

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
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Melanie solo_traveller at
9
Pros:

Die Mitarbeiter waren super freundlich und zuvorkommend. Stetts hilfsbereit. Vorallem möchte ich die Damen an der Hotel pool bar erwähnen Sie macht super pina coladas

Cons:

Die anderen Urlauber. Lauter Idioten die sich nicht benehmen konnten/wollten.

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
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Poulain couple fr
5
Pros:

La piscine
L'emplacement

Cons:

Lits vraiment horrible on sent tout les ressorts..
Déjeuner pas de qualité.. jus de fruit en poudre et peu de sucré ni de fruit
On doit forcément consommer au bar de la piscine, interdiction d'avoir un boisson personnelle.
Chambre a peine nettoyé durant le séjour et salle de bain très vétuste.

2025-08-08 via Nuitee
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Kaymak solo_traveller fr
9
2025-07-28 via Nuitee
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Paul solo traveller gb
9
Great Location for a Stay in Malia
Pros:

Great Location for All Malia has to Offer - Very Close to Old Town, Bus Stops and "The Strip" but without the Noise of the Strip. and only about 10/15 Min walk to the beach

Pool is of a good size and plenty of sunbeds for all

The Staff are Brilliant, helpful and friendly

2025-07-14 via Nuitee
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Fredrik group gb
5
Location is mint
Pros:

Near cloud 9

Cons:

staff could’ve been better

2025-06-28 via Nuitee
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Ann solo traveller gb
10
Magnificent Malia Holidays
Pros:

The friendliness, the warmth and the serenity. Though close to the town centre, it was relatively quiet. The ladies were very helpful with helping me locate my relatives, that was my main reason for visiting crete. By the end of the holiday, the ladies were like family. It had a pool table, chess, a swimming pool, ample gardens to relax and unwind. My reservation came with breakfast included.

Cons:

There was nothing that I did not like, it is a family friendly hotel and much older than other hotels.

2024-11-02 via Nuitee
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Ifaistos young couple gr
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Great breakfast, the lady working there was a sweetheart, location good, but I imagine the parking situation would be hard in the summer.

2024-11-02 via Nuitee
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Vanessa solo traveller gb
8
Very peaceful at this time of year all of the clubs on the strip closed so a great way to see Malia.
Pros:

All the staff were so helpful, especially when I was on my own. The breakfast was lovely, and the staff provided amazing support. The property was very clean and had excellent facilities and staff.

Cons:

As I attended the Hotel off-season mid-Oct, both hotel Bars were closed; this was not a problem for me, but it could be a problem for others. The hotel did not also notify us of these closures prior to or at check-in.

2024-10-28 via Nuitee
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Richard solo traveller gb
8
Very good
2024-09-28 via Nuitee
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Nikola young couple rs
8
Very good
Cons:

Beds, very uncomfortable.

2024-09-27 via Nuitee
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Sam young couple gb
8
Overall great stay
Pros:

Clean tidy and great location.

Cons:

Pool closed at approx 6 or 7pm! And it was a adult hotel and you couldn’t sit round the pool in the evenings

2024-09-10 via Nuitee