Socrates Hotel Malia Beach

Hotels
Independent
8.8 (52 reviews)
Malia, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70007 , Hersonissos , GR

Children allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Boat tours nearby
Parasailing nearby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Limited parking
Expensive breakfast
No spa services

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness as a positive aspect.
Service
8.3
Service was generally appreciated, although a few guests had complaints about wait times.
Location
8.1
The hotel is located in close proximity to many key landmarks and public transport.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, although some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.2
The amenities provided were satisfactory, with some guests highlighting the gym and pool, while others mentioned the lack of spa services.
Value for Money
6.9
Some guests felt that the price was a bit high for the services offered, while others thought it was reasonable given the location.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Breakfast and restaurant services were generally well-received, although a few guests thought there could be more variety.
Overall Experience
8
Most guests had a positive overall experience and would recommend the hotel to others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-11-09 23:09

Property Description

Relaxation at Your Fingertips
Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the on-site spa. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool and rent bicycles for leisurely exploration.

Dining and Entertainment
Satisfy your cravings at the hotel's restaurant or opt for room service. Unwind with a drink at the bar or poolside bar. Start your day with a complimentary breakfast buffet.

Comfortable Accommodations
Stay in one of the 31 uniquely decorated guestrooms with private pools and flat-screen TVs. Enjoy the furnished balconies, free Wi-Fi, and cable programming for entertainment.

Escape to Socrates Hotel for a seaside retreat, just minutes away from popular beaches and attractions. Book now for a relaxing getaway!

Important information:

  • 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 May to September.
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the aparthotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: HER

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    No pets

  • Smoking

    Smoking permitted

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 52 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8.3
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 8
L
Linnéa
10
Pros:

Very good hotel.
Extremly good staff, helpful and caring.
Eleni, Despina and Anna was amazing.

2025-06-12 via Nuitee
J
Jaqueline family
10
Pros:

Hello dear Socrates Team,
we had a very nice time with you!!! Everything was fine. Everything was
clean. All the staff in the hotel were very friendly☝️ I have only a comment.
We had a familyroom for 4 people with two bedrooms. But there was only 1 TV.

We come again !!!!🥰

Kind regards






2025-05-11 via Nuitee
E
Emma family
8
Pros:

Although we had a technical issue with the TV on arrival, the staff reacted in a speedy and thorough manner to resolve the problem.
In general a warm, welcoming & helpful hotel - the restaurant staff in the morning exceptional.

2024-09-30 via Nuitee
E
Emanuele
4
Pros:

Ho soggiornato al socrates hotel una settimana e devo dire che l'esperienza è stata deludente. La seconda stella la dò solo per la cordialità del personale, solare e gentile (non alle inservienti perché non facevano il loro lavoro e sembravano palesemente scocciate dal lavoro che facevano). Abbiaml fatto il check-in che la stanza era sporca (non aspiravano e tiravano lo straccio, ho dovuto usare io uno degli asciugamani messi a disposizione per spostare lo sporco e nonostante questo, il giorno successivo, vedendo palesemente lo sporco attorno e sull'asciugamano lasciavano comunque la stanza lercia) e abbiamo fatto il check out con la stanza lercia. Fortunatamente le lenzuola e gli asciugamani te li cambiavano ogni giorno. Il bagno era invaso dalle formiche, abbiamo dovuto spostare la tazza degli spazzolini (anche qui, abbiamo dovuto usare una delle tazze da thè per mettere gli spazzolini) sul comò fuori perchè sennò trovavamo invasi pure quelli. Mi dispiace ma la pulizia è la cosa più importante in un hotel, due stelle solo per la gentilezza del personale, soprattutto il guardiano notturno ed Espina (non ricordo il nome, ma la signora che serve alle colazioni).

2024-08-24 via Nuitee
B
Britta
8
Pros:

Alles super, Bad müsste renoviert werden.

2024-08-12 via Nuitee
E
Emmanuel
10
Accueillant
Pros:

Personnel très gentil .Piscine accueillante surtout dans cette zone très touristique .bien entretenu .Chambre très correcte

2024-06-08 via Nuitee
L
Lukas
8
Pros:

Location was perfect for our needs as we were looking for something cute and calm but not too far from the beaches, restaurants and markets.

Would definitely stay here again

2024-06-02 via Nuitee
S
Simona
10
Pros:

Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal, schöne und saubere Unterkunft (wie auf den Fotos), zentrale Lage, grosser Parkplatz (kostenfrei), gutes WIFI, schöne Poolanlage, im einigen Gehminuten am Strand, leckeres und grosszügiges Frühstücksbuffet….wie waren sehr zufrieden.
Betten waren für mein Empfinden etwas hart.

2023-06-22 via Nuitee
M
Michael
6
Short break hotel Malia
Pros:

The hotel is located in the tourisic place of Malia. In general the site is ok, breakfast average. No permanently staffed front desk. Ok for the money and a brief stop

2023-05-14 via Nuitee
M
Mika partner
8
Pros:

Ombonat men lite slitet. Trevlig poolområde. Nära till restauranger och gamla stan.

2022-09-22 via Nuitee
R
Rachida
10
Pros:

Bel établissement proche plage magasins restaurants bien situé bien entretenu propre chambres spacieuses propres personnel très aimable serviable à l'écoute des clients
Bonne ambiance au calme sûr bref j'ai passé un très bon séjour... J'y reviendrai

2022-07-21 via Nuitee
N
NICOLAS partner
10
Pros:

Accueil en français
Piscine incroyable
Situation idéale très proche mer et bar

2022-07-10 via Nuitee
A
Anat
10
10
Pros:

There are not enough words to say thank you for the wonderful hospitality and great experience

2022-07-02 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Pros:

Nice moments

2021-08-10 via Nuitee
R
Rakefet
10
Good hotel
Pros:

The hotel is nice good location

2021-07-20 via Nuitee
T
Tim
10
Pros:

Very nice and clean, air conditioning a bit weak but overall a enjoyable stay

2020-08-15 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family
6
Pros:

Plus: Sehr nettes und bemühtes Personal, Riesen Pool , große Zimmer ( hatten Familienappartement), Küche
Negativ: altes Mobiliar, veraltetere Duschen mit klappfalttüren in denen man sich fast nicht umdrehen kann, hellhörig. Frühstück jeden Tag gleich
Insgesamt ok, wenn man es günstig bekommt, .für uns Last Minute gebucht ,im Griechenland zu teuer .
Die tollen Bewertungen sind gerechtfertigt, wenn man das Hotel zu sehr günstigen Konditionen buchen kann.

2019-07-23 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family
10
Pros:

Very nice pool and location. Quiet but not far from restaurants and beaches.

2019-06-14 via Nuitee
J
JACQUES
10
Pros:

excellent accueil très bon prix rapport qualité

2019-05-11 via Nuitee
J
Jean
10
Pros:

Top niveau : accueil, cadre, calme, situation, très belle piscine avec un bel éclairage le soir, jardin propre et très bien entretenu (gazon et fleurs)
rapport qualité prix Excellent

2019-05-11 via Nuitee