Socrates Hotel Malia Beach - Malia (Crete)

Strongly recommend for a brief pause

Friendly staff, convenient location, the room was spacious enough for my needs with the added bonus of a well-maintained pool area and daily cleaning services.

the hotel was ideal and fairly clean with very friendly staff with a brilliant service.

Think that this charming small hotel is beyond compare, thoroughly enjoyed it. Everything is fine here. The breakfast with a decent meal, eggs and bacon plus ample bread is savoury and tasty for what is offered...

So friendly and helpful, such a cute atmosphere.

We were made to feel so welcome by Sula and the rest of her family in this friendly family run hotel. She even invited us to her family barbecue by the pool on Easter Sunday! I couldn't rate our experience more highly, other than the weather wasn't as good as we'd hoped. No guarantees until May!

best hotel

The pool area is fantastic and well-maintained, with comfortable sunbeds. We enjoyed exploring the vibrant old town nearby and the tranquility of our superior studio was unmatched. The lovely gardens added a beautiful touch to our stay.

The hotel's grounds were beautifully landscaped, with vibrant greenery and comfortable pathways were nice. The pool area was well-maintained, with a serene atmosphere that was perfect.

Shower could use a little upgrade.

great location but limited kitchen options

The hotel's location across from the main beach provided easy access to sunbathing and swimming! The breakfast was fresh and delicious. We particularly enjoyed the mountain view with a serene backdrop to our stay.

The kitchen setup in our room could use improvement for better meal preparation.

This place suits me perfectly! With great amenities like free Wi-Fi, a relaxing poolside snack bar, and 24-hour security, I feel right at home. The friendly staff even provided currency exchange tips during my first stay. Highly recommend it!

The Superior Studio wassuper clean and cozy. Spacious enough for the family, and the beds were nice too. The shower had decent pressure and plenty of hot water. Only downside was some rooms had side views, so if you can, go for a pool view for better scenery!

The hotel had a well-maintained pool area.

I faced multiple issues that severely impacted my experience. The room cleanliness left a lot to be desired, with ants and crumbs everywhere. The air conditioning was insufficient for the heat, and it was frustrating that the breakfast options were unappetizing, as it was difficult to enjoy my meals when they were nearly inedible.

Best staff ever!

The pool was super relaxing, and we loved grabbing snacks at the poolside bar. The staff were genuinely friendly, especially Kostas at the bar! One little thing, though, the Wi-Fi was a bit spotty at times. Still, I'd totally come back for the vibe and the people.

Beautifully maintained pool area

The pool area impresses with its beautiful surroundings and ample sunbeds for lounging in comfort. Proximity to local attractions means you can easily explore the beach and nearby shops.

Room cleanliness left something to be desired, with complaints about ants in the bathroom and overall filthiness. The lack of a proper kitchen setup in the apartment was disappointing, limiting the ability to prepare meals. Guests also found the bathrooms quite small, causing some inconvenience.

The vibe at this place was just fantastic, especially when we enjoyed the delicious brunch by the fine pool and relaxed with a foot massage after a day out. There's plenty of space to kick back by the pool and just soak up the sun. Only thing was the shower could use a little upgrade, but that didn't spoil the fun! ☀️