malia beach hotel

FAQs

(Frequently Asked Questions)

Is Malia Beach Hotel open year round?
Malia Beach Hotel is open from the beginning of April until the end of October.

Is Malia Beach Hotel situated near the nightlife district of Malia?
The hotel is about a 10 minutes’ walk away from the nightlife & entertainment district.

Is the hotel situated in a quiet or a loud environment?
Malia Beach Hotel is situated in a quiet environment and has no problems with noise at night.

What languages does the hotel staff speak?
Our hotel staff is Greek, English and German speaking.

What time is check in / out?
Check in is at 13.00h and check-out is at noon, 12:00. A late check-out can be arranged at a small charge on request and upon availability.

Which currencies do you accept?
We accept all currencies and all major credit cards. We gladly accept your foreign currency exchange at official bank rates.

Does Malia Beach Hotel provide parking space?
Yes, our hotel has a free private parking space.

Does it have a garden?
We do have a lovely garden with trees and many endemic plants and flowers; we also have lawns for the kids to play on.

Are pets allowed in Malia Beach Hotel?
No, we're sorry, but pets are not welcome on the hotel premises. Personally we have nothing against them, but not all guests are charmed by pets.

Is the hotel accessible for guests with a kinetic disability?
Malia Beach Hotel is partly accessible for guests in a wheelchair. Unfortunately, however, our hotel does not meet all requirements to be entirely 'wheelchair accessible'. Should you need more detailed information, please send us a message at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  

In case of emergency, can I consult an English speaking doctor?
Yes, there are excellent English / German speaking doctors. Malia counts several private medical centres on a 24/7 base, as well as qualified dentists and pharmacies.

How big is Malia and its population?
The municipality of Malia consists of the coastal villages Malia and Stalis plus their mountain counterparts Krassi and Mohos and has a population of around 6,000. It covers a surface area of about 6,700ha.

Is there a bus stop / taxi stand nearby?
Yes, a bus stop is nearby (5 minutes on foot) and a taxi can be called at anytime.

Is tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water is safe to drink, but bottled water is generally preferred.

What power supply do you have?
Power supply in Greece / Crete is 220V. Sockets accept two-round pin plugs. Adaptors are readily available at any supermarket, or just ask our staff to help you out. Power cuts happen occasionally, especially in summertime, due to strained generating capacity.

What time zone does Crete have?
Crete, like the rest of Greece, is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich time (GMT +2) and adjusts to summertime at 4am on the last Sunday in March. It is set back to winter time at 4am on the last Sunday in October.

What are the shop opening hours in Malia?
Shop opening hours vary, but are usually from 9am – 2pm and 5 – 10pm daily in summertime. Banks and post offices are open Mon – Fri from 08.00 – 14.00 hours.

How frequent are the local bus services?
Bus services are operated by the KTEL cooperative and buses are fast, frequent and comfortable. They leave in both directions from Malia’s main road about every 20 minutes, to Heraklio in the west and to Agios Nikolaos in the east.

Do you have places of interest in the area?
There are plenty of highlights and places of interest to visit in the area. Have a look at our web site's section Destination Info in the box below (Malia Info and Places of Interest).

What climate do you have?
Crete has a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

How far is it to Heraklio?
Heraklio, Crete’s capital, is 35km west of Malia (45min. by bus, 30min. by car). Heraklion International Airport is about 32km west of Malia.

Can I have access to the Internet?
Yes, the hotel provides (central) Internet access.

Can I rent a car?
Car rentals are readily available, or just ask our hotel staff to assist you.

How far is the hotel to the city centre and to the beach?
Malia Beach Hotel is right on the beach, while Malia village is within easy reach on foot (about 10-15). Shops and taverns are just a few minutes away. (See also Location).