Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels - Malia
Once upon a time, a traveler sought a land where the sun kisses the sea and stones speak of heroes. That land is Greece, a kingdom of emerald waves and golden temples. Imagine waking up in a marble villa overlooking the Aegean or resting in a cozy cottage near the whispers of the Oracle at Delphi. Whether you dream of the floating monasteries of Meteora or the vibrant sunsets of Mykonos, your perfect dwelling is ready. Let the magic of Hellas embrace you. Book your enchanted stay in paradise now.
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Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels
Main Street 70007 Malia Greece
No. of rooms
204
WiFi
Pool
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
facilities
Playground
We speak
EL FR
8.6/10
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No. of rooms
204
WiFi
Pool
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
facilities
Playground
We speak
EL FR
8.6/10
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 artistsa 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 spacechildren 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 experienceeverything is thoughtfully taken care of, allowing guests to relax and enjoy Crete at their own pace. Rooted in Cretan hospitality and culinary tradition, the programme 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 dinnerguests gather fresh ingredients from the garden and dine under the stars.
The hotel day starts from hour 15:00 and ends at 11:00.
Please note that this property participates in the Greek breakfast initiative by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
All rooms are non-smoking. Guests are only allowed to smoke in the private balconyterrace area of their room. Smoking is allowed only in outdoor designated areas.
Any type of extra bed or childs cotcrib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note thatSpecial Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
License number: 1032913(VER.3)
Hikingoffsiteadditional charge
Garden
Picnic area
Internet services
Laundryadditional charge
Snack bar
Fitness
Luggage storage
ATM/cash machine on site
Security alarm
Themed dinner nightsadditional charge
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
24-hour front desk
Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Neck massage
Body treatments
Couples massage
Electric vehicle charging station
Shallow end
WiFi
Outdoor pool
Coffee house on site
Non-smoking rooms
Facial treatments
Sun terrace
Children's playground
Parking
Heating
Full body massage
Physical distancing rules followed
Contactless check-in/check-out
Packed lunches
Airport shuttle
Foot massage
Nightclub/DJ
Strollers
Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Outdoor furniture
Darts
WiFi available in all areas
Billiardsadditional charge
CCTV in common areas
Pool bar
Cashless payment available
Back massage
Divingoffsiteadditional charge
Spa/wellness packages
Water sport facilities on site
Spa & wellness centreadditional charge
Cyclingoffsite
Pedicure
Swimming pool
Airport drop offadditional charge
24-hour security
Safety deposit box
Massageadditional charge
Airport pick upadditional charge
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Express check-in/check-out
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Hair treatments
Special diet menus (on request)
Daily housekeeping
Trouser pressadditional charge
Yoga classes
Tour or class about local cultureadditional charge
Outdoor pool (all year)
Physical distancing in dining areas
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Spa facilities
Meeting/banquet facilitiesadditional charge
Valet parking
Free WiFi
Sun umbrellas
Concierge service
Invoice provided
Air conditioning
Private check-in/check-out
Minimarket on site
Access to health care professionals
Live music/performance
Wine/champagneadditional charge
Cooking classadditional charge
Kids' club
Beachfront
Key card access
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Evening entertainment
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Horse ridingoffsiteadditional charge
Parking on site
Wheelchair accessible
Delivered food is securely covered
Breakfast takeaway containers
Dry cleaningadditional charge
Temporary art galleries
Fitness centre
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Heated pool
Live sport events (broadcast)
Beauty services
Table tennis
Restaurant
Movie nights
Manicure
Tennis courtadditional charge
Toilet with grab rails
Family rooms
Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
Shared lounge/TV area
Beach
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Babysitting/child servicesadditional charge
Breakfast in the room
Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
CCTV outside property
Currency exchange
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Facilities for disabled guests
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Ironing serviceadditional charge
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Fire extinguishers
Kids' mealsadditional charge
Kids' pool
Smoke alarms
First aid kit available
Face masks for guests available
Terrace
Mobile app for room service
Tennis equipmentadditional charge
Bar
Free parking
Private beach area
Entertainment staff
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Room service
Kid-friendly buffet
Car hire
Process in place to check health of guests
Double Room - Main Building (2 Adults). Located in the main building, this room features custom-made furniture and design elements, and offers views to the resort’s main pool and gardens from a private, furnished balcony. A safe, a smart TV and a refrigerator are available. The marble bathroom comes with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Some of the rooms have a connecting door. Photos are representative of each room type, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo. ;
Bungalow Garden view. This elegantly decorated bungalow has views to the resort’s gardens and features custom-made daybed, furniture and design elements, a safe, smart TV and a refrigerator. The marble bathroom comes with a walk-in shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Some units have a connecting door. Photos are representative of each room type, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo. ;
Junior Suite Sea Front. Opening to a private furnished balcony or veranda with unobstructed views to the sea and reserved sunbeds, this seafront suite offers an ample living area with 2 enlarged divans, visually separated from the bedroom with custom-made furniture and design elements, and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower. A 40" smart TV, a safe, a hairdryer as well as a Nespresso® coffee machine and tea and coffee facilities are provided. Photos are representative of each room type, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo. ;
Bungalow Pool View. Opening to a furnished veranda or balcony with views to the resort’s river pool, this bungalow features a custom-made daybed and furniture, a refrigerator, a hairdryer, as well as a smart TV and tea and coffee facilities. Photos are representative of each room type, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo. ;
Deluxe Family Bungalow. Opening to a balcony or veranda overlooking the resort’s gardens, pool or sea, this bungalow with custom-made furniture and design elements, features a main bedroom, a separate bedroom with a bunk bed and a build-in sofa bed, a master bathroom and a guest WC, both with walk-in shower. Two 40 smart TVs and a safe, as well as a hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities are provided. Photos are representative of each room type, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo. ;
Bungalow Side Sea View. Opening to a garden level terrace or upper level balcony, this bungalow offers partial views of the sea and resort’s gardens. It features custom-made daybed and furniture, a refrigerator and a hairdryer, as well as a smart TV and tea and coffee facilities. ;
Bungalow Beach Front. Located at the beachfront, this bungalow features custom-made daybed and furniture, and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower. A 40 smart TV, a safe and a hairdryer, as well as tea and coffee facilities and free toiletries are provided. Aof sun loungers is reserved for guests staying in this bungalow and right opposite its veranda or scattered around the resorts garden by the sea. ;
Bungalow Pool Front. This bungalow boasts a spacious veranda leading directly to a river-shaped pool with reserved sunbeds and features custom-made daybed and furniture, a safe, a smart TV, as well as a refrigerator and tea and coffee facilities. The marble bathroom comes with a walk-in shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Some of the rooms have a connecting door. Photos are representative of each room type, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo. ;
Junior Suite. Opening to a private furnished balcony or veranda with views of the resort’s gardens, this suite offers an ample living area with 2 sofas, visually separated from the bedroom with custom-made furniture and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower. A 40 smart TV, a safe and a hairdryer, as well as tea and coffee facilities are provided. Photos are representative of each room type, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo. ;
One-Bedroom Suite. Opening to a large furnished balcony with views of the resort’s gardens, this suite offers an ample living area separated from the bedroom, with custom-made furniture and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower and double sinks. A 40 Smart TV, a safe, a hairdryer, a Nespresso® coffee machine and tea and coffee facilities are provided. Photos are representative of each room type, and there is no guarantee that your room will be the same as the photo. ;
Deluxe Suite. The spacious quadruple room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds. ;
Signature Room. This air-conditioned twin room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views. The unit offers 2 beds. ;
Signature Bungalow Garden. This air-conditioned twin room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 3 beds. ;
Swim-Up Bungalow. This air-conditioned triple room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with pool views. The unit offers 3 beds.
