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Beachfront hotels in Malia

A curated list of beach hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Malia. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 Ammos Boutique Apartments & Suites Malia, Greece

    Beach: Ammos Boutique Apartments & Suites

    Hotel. Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and terrace, Ammos Apartments and Suites are located in Mália, just 98 feet from an organized, sandy beach. The property has a sun terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Show full description

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  • 2 High Beach Resort Malia, Greece

    Beach: High Beach Resort

    ***** Hotel. Located in Malia, a few steps from Central Malia Beach, High Beach Resort has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property provides karaoke and a concierge service. Show full description

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  • 3 Enorme Ammos Beach - Adults Only Malia, Greece

    Beach: Enorme Ammos Beach - Adults Only

    ***** Hotel. Located in Malia, a few steps from Central Malia Beach, Enorme Ammos Beach provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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  • 4 Ikaros Beach, Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only Malia, Greece

    Beach: Ikaros Beach, Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

    ***** Resort. Commanding an enviable location in Stalida, the Ikaros Beach Luxury Resort & Spa offers a private sandy beach, 4 swimming pools and delicate dishes of Greek and International cuisines. The Ikaros Beach rooms are stone-built and offer views to the sea or the gardens. The spacious rooms are modern, with stylish furnishings. Show full description

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  • 5 Alexander Beach Hotel & Village Resort Malia, Greece

    Beach: Alexander Beach Hotel & Village Resort

    ***** Resort. Located on the sandy Malia Beach and just 1.2 mi from the town center, Alexander Beach Hotel & Village Resort offers a wide range of activities in peaceful, natural surroundings. Set within 164 ft² of landscaped gardens directly facing the beach, the main building and bungalows provide an ideal retreat. Show full description

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  • 6 Dessole Malia Beach - All Inclusive Malia, Greece

    Beach: Dessole Malia Beach - All Inclusive

    **** Resort. This beautiful sea-side resort, by the sandy beach of Malia is conveniently situated in a peaceful location, with only a 10-minute walk to town. Surrounded by a tended garden, you can spend the day by one of the pools or play mini-golf, while enjoying the warm sea breeze. The accommodation is spacious and rooms contain a balcony or terrace, with a stunning view of the gardens and Mediterranean Sea. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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  • 7 Sirens Beach & Village Malia, Greece

    Beach: Sirens Beach & Village

    **** Hotel. Overlooking the Gulf of Malia, Sirens Beach and Village is surrounded by 42,000 m2 of landscaped gardens. It features 3 outdoor pools, fitness center and beach bar. Its modern accommodations offers panoramic mountain and sea views. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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  • 8 High Beach White - Adults Only Malia, Greece

    Beach: High Beach White - Adults Only

    ***** Hotel. Located in Malia, a few steps from Central Malia Beach, High Beach White - Adults Only provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a pool view. Show full description

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  • 9 Kernos Beach Hotel & Bungalows Malia, Greece

    Beach: Kernos Beach Hotel & Bungalows

    **** Hotel. Kernos Beach Hotel & Bungalows is located on a secluded long white sandy beach in Malia. It offers 2 freshwater swimming pools and 2 tennis courts. Free WiFi is provided throughout. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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  • 10 Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels Malia, Greece

    Beach: Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels

    ***** Resort. Located on Crete’s serene northeast coast, Phāea Cretan Malia blends authentic Cretan heritage with modern, conscious hospitality. As a proud member of Design Hotels, this peaceful retreat is designed with low-rise architecture, lush Mediterranean gardens, and open spaces that perfectly complement the island’s natural beauty. The hotel offers 204 elegant accommodations—including rooms, bungalows, and suites—featuring local materials like Cretan marble, chestnut wood, and rattan. Earthy tones, handcrafted furnishings, and botanical artwork by renowned Greek artists create a calm, inviting atmosphere. Many rooms offer spacious balconies or garden terraces, ideal for enjoying Crete’s breathtaking scenery. Dining at Phāea Cretan Malia is a culinary journey through Crete. Guests can savor traditional dishes cooked over open fire at Mouries, Levant-inspired cuisine at Mezze, and fresh Italian flavors at Almyra, right by the beach. The hotel’s organic kitchen garden provides seasonal produce, supporting a sustainable, farm-to-table philosophy. Nestled in lush gardens, our Kids’ Club offers a fun, creative space where children explore Cretan culture through cooking, crafts, nature play, and storytelling. With indoor and outdoor areas—including a garden, eco activities, and a cozy reading hut—young guests can learn, play, and connect with the magic of Crete. The Effortless All-Inclusive concept at Phaea Cretan Malia offers a refined holiday experience where everything is thoughtfully taken care of, allowing guests to relax and enjoy Crete at their own pace. Rooted in Cretan hospitality and culinary tradition, the program combines quality dining, premium comfort and meaningful experiences. Guests are invited to immerse in authentic experiences, from yoga and meditation to Cretan cooking classes and botanical garden walks. Don’t miss the Phāea Farmers Feast at Bostani—a unique farm-to-table dinner where guests gather fresh ingredients from the garden and dine under the stars. Guest review score 8.6

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  • 11 Aeolos Beach Resort Malia, Greece

    Aeolos Beach Resort

    *** Hotel. An ideal base for exploring Crete, Aeolos Beach Resort is ideal for everyone, for lively or quiet vacations. Popular for its traditional hospitality and prime beach front position, Aeolos Beach Resort is 20 miles from Heraklion port and airport and just a walk from the village of Malia. Spend time relaxing by the pool, playing basketball or trying your hand at the many water sports that you can find at the beach. Show full description

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  • 12 Malia Bay Beach Hotel & Bungalows Malia, Greece

    Malia Bay Beach Hotel & Bungalows

    **** Hotel. Located in Malia, a few steps from Tropical Beach, Malia Bay Beach Hotel & Bungalows has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. Some accommodations at the property have a balcony with a city view. Show full description

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  • 13 Pyrgos Beach Hotel Apartments Malia, Greece

    Beach: Pyrgos Beach Hotel Apartments

    Aparthotel. The seafront Pyrgos features spacious and well-equipped apartments, 100 metres from a sandy beach, and within walking distance from the centre of Malia. It features a pool and a pool bar that serves drinks and snacks. The air-conditioned Pyrgos Apartments have balconies with sea or garden views, kitchenette with cooking rings and fridge. Show full description

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  • 14 Drossia Palms Hotel and Nisos Beach Suites Malia, Greece

    Beach: Drossia Palms Hotel and Nisos Beach Suites

    Aparthotel. Drossia Palms Hotel and Nisos Beach Suites is a beautiful complex set amidst delightful gardens with palm trees and located 150 metres from the Malia beach. It consists of 2 separate buildings and features a private beach area with sun loungers and umbrellas. Facilities include a snack bar, pool table and large swimming pool area with sun terrace. Show full description

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  • 15 Theo Star Beach Hotel Malia, Greece

    Beach: Theo Star Beach Hotel

    Aparthotel. Set in Malia in the Crete region and Central Malia Beach reachable within 1.1 km, Theo Star Beach Hotel offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a private beach area and free private parking. Located on the beachfront, this property has an infinity pool, a garden and a terrace. Show full description

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  • 16 Laplaya Beach Malia, Greece

    Beach: Laplaya Beach

    Aparthotel. This beachfront complex in Malia has sea-view rooms, a swimming pool with hot tub and a snack bar with sea view. Parking and Wi-Fi are both free. Malia is a 10-minute walk. Show full description

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  • 17 Pyrgos Blue Malia, Greece

    Beach: Pyrgos Blue

    Aparthotel. Featuring an outdoor pool and private beach area, Pyrgos offers a garden, terrace and free WiFi in public areas. The town of Malia with restaurants and shops is a 10-minute walk away. Overlooking the Gulf of Malia from its balcony, each studio has a flat-screen TV. Show full description

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  • 18 Silver Sun Studios & Apartments Malia, Greece

    Beach: Silver Sun Studios & Apartments

    Aparthotel. Situated right on the beach of Malia, Silver Sun Hotel features a swimming pool and poolside bar. It features self-catered accommodation with a balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea. A kitchenette with cooking facilities and fridge is included in all the units at the Silver Sun. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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  • 19 Windmill Apartments Malia, Greece

    Beach: Windmill Apartments

    Aparthotel. Set amidst a well-tended garden in Malia, Windmill Apartments features an outdoor pool with hydromassage facilities, a children's pool and a furnished sun terrace. It offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi and sea or garden views. Fitted with tiled floors and modern furnishings, the studios and apartments at Windmill have a kitchenette with fridge and stovetop, a dining area and a private bathroom with shower. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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  • 20 Akrogiali Beach Hotel Apartments Malia, Greece

    Aparthotel. Within steps from a sandy Blue Flag beach, this seafront complex boasts an outdoor swimming pool and snack bar. The stylish accommodation provides a side or full sea view from their balcony. Modernly designed and accented with bold colours, each of the spacious apartments and studios feature a kitchenette with coffee-tea-facilities, a fridge, microwave and cooking hobs. Show full description

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  • 21 Parthenis Beach, Suites by the Sea Malia, Greece

    Aparthotel. Parthenis Beach is situated on the beach front in Malia. All suites have a balcony, with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. There is free Wi-Fi and free parking. Show full description

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  • 22 Windmill Beach Apts II by Estia Malia, Greece

    Windmill Beach Apts II by Estia

    Aparthotel. Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool, Windmill Beach Apts II by Estia in Malia provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned units are furnished with tiled floors and feature a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, a living room, an equipped kitchen, balcony and views over the garden. There is also a fridge, stovetop and a kettle. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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  • 23 MichELe Apartments by Smaris Collection Adults only Malia, Greece

    Aparthotel. Located in Malia, 400 metres from Ikaros and Kernos Beach, MichELe Apartments by Smaris Collection Adults only provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. This beachfront property offers access to table tennis. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Show full description

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  • 24 Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex Malia, Greece

    Beach: Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex

    Apartment. Offering a terrace and sea view, Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex is located in Malia, 200 metres from Sun Beach and 22 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Show full description

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  • 25 Pleasure Beach Hotel Malia, Greece

    Beach: Pleasure Beach Hotel

    Apartment. Set in Malia, Pleasure Beach Hotel offers beachfront accommodation 70 metres from Central Malia Beach and offers various facilities, such as a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. Show full description

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  • 26 Searenity Villa Malia Malia, Greece

    Beach: Searenity Villa Malia

    Villa. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Searenity Villa Malia provides accommodation in Malia with free WiFi and sea views. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a balcony. The air-conditioned villa consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and a bath or shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the villa. Popular points of interest near Searenity Villa Malia include Central Malia Beach, Ikaros and Kernos Beach and Alexander Beach. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 29 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around 226 EUR.

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  • 27 Sweet Home Malia, Greece

    Beach: Sweet Home

    Apartment. Situated in Malia, less than 1 km from Central Malia Beach and 1.9 km from Ikaros and Kernos Beach, Sweet Home offers free WiFi and air conditioning. The property features city views and is 2. Show full description Guest review score 7.9

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  • 28 Villa Kallia & George Malia, Greece

    Beach: Villa Kallia & George

    Villa. Villa Kallia & George is located in Malia, 1.2 km from Malia Strip, and features a terrace, garden, and free WiFi. The property features sea views. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.8

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  • 29 Harakiano Apts 1 Malia, Greece

    Harakiano Apts 1

    Apartment. Situated in Malia, just 600 metres from Sun Beach, Harakiano Apts 1 features beachfront accommodation with a garden, a terrace and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. This air-conditioned apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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