Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels - Malia
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Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels
Malia Main Street
No. of rooms
204
WiFi
Pool
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
facilities
Playground
Rooms for singles
We speak
EL FR
8.7/10
No. of rooms
204
WiFi
Pool
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
facilities
Playground
Rooms for singles
We speak
EL FR
8.7/10
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.
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. This quadruple rooms special feature is the hot tub. This quadruple room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds. ;
Signature Room. The twin room provides air conditioning. The unit offers 2 beds. ;
Signature Bungalow Garden. The twin room provides air conditioning, a safe deposit box and a balcony. The unit offers 3 beds. ;
Swim-Up Bungalow. The unit offers 2 beds.
License number: 1032913(VER.3)
Private check-in/check-out
Cycling
Garden
Facial treatments
24-hour front desk
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Indoor play area
Free WiFi
Shallow end
Express check-in/check-out
Kids' club
Outdoor pool (all year)
Accessible parking
Concierge service
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Cooking class
Spa and wellness centreadditional charge
Fitness
Evening entertainment
Hikingoffsiteadditional charge
Contactless check-in/check-out
Billiardsadditional charge
Water sport facilities on siteadditional charge
Private beach area
Babysitting/child servicesadditional charge
Room service
Snack bar
Outdoor furniture
Delivered food is securely covered
Airport drop offadditional charge
Windsurfingadditional charge
Car hire
Sun terrace
Face masks for guests available
Packed lunches
Picnic area
Non-smoking rooms
Kid meals
Airport shuttle
Designated smoking area
Entertainment staff
Fire extinguishers
24-hour security
Aerobics
Access to health care professionals
Airport pick upadditional charge
Spa facilities
Heating
Valet parking
Live music/performance
Special diet menus (on request)
Parking on site
Children's playground
Parking
Fax/photocopyingadditional charge
Baby safety gates
Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Key card access
CCTV in common areas
Trouser pressadditional charge
Breakfast takeaway containers
Invoice provided
Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
WiFi
Bar
Process in place to check health of guests
Safety deposit box
Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Coffee house on site
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Laundryadditional charge
Ironing serviceadditional charge
Minimarket on site
Board games/puzzles
Security alarm
WiFi available in all areas
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
First aid kit available
Dry cleaningadditional charge
Restaurant
Non-smoking throughout
Cashless payment available
Terrace
Spa/wellness packages
Massageadditional charge
Strollers
Meeting/banquet facilitiesadditional charge
Tennis courtadditional charge
Internet services
Tour or class about local culture
Pool bar
Barber/beauty shop
CCTV outside property
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Mobile app for room service
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Temporary art galleries
Smoke alarms
Canoeingadditional charge
Tennis equipmentadditional charge
Facilities for disabled guests
Luggage storage
Themed dinner nights
Movie nights
Shared lounge/TV area
Fitness classes
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Heated pool
Currency exchange
Physical distancing in dining areas
Free parking
Live sport events (broadcast)
Air conditioning
Kids' pool
Physical distancing rules followed
Outdoor pool
Beach
Darts
Table tennis
Family rooms
Nightclub/DJ
Daily housekeeping
Kid-friendly buffet
Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
Beauty Services
Hair treatments
Swimming pool
Sun umbrellas
Bike toursadditional charge
Beachfront
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Breakfast in the room
