Located 12 km from the ancient city of Phaestos, family-run Dimitris Villa Hotel is on the coast of Messara bay, surrounded by trees, just 8 minutes from Matala beach.
Wendy
United Kingdom
Great little place! Lovely pool and cute apartments with great TV and shower facilities. Balconies get the evening sun. Plenty of parking which is hard to find in Matala. Superb location. The pool area is lovely and calm, nice little bar and breakfast was great!
A very very short walk to the action. Matala is a very small place.
Superb price and very lovely staff!
Hotel Sofia is in a quiet area of Matala, yet close to the centre and its shops, bars and restaurants. It is just 50 metres away from the sandy beach and 20 minutes from the famous Red beach.
Peter
United Kingdom
brilliant little place in a brilliant little village
Set in Matala, 60 metres from Matala beach, Tsaner Apartment and Rooms offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
The Coral Hotel features comfortable rooms with private balconies. This family-run hotel is in the quiet town of Matala. It is 500 metres from the town centre and 600 metres from the beach.
Zita
Hungary
The accommodation is located a 10-minute walk from the center of Matala in a quiet and peaceful area. It also includes a parking lot. The apartment was very pleasant, with a friendly terrace. The staff is nice and very helpful. The breakfast was very good. I recommend the accommodation.
A 10-minute walk from the sandy beach of Matala, Armonia Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with balcony. Free beach chairs and umbrellas are available on the poolside.
Sehr schöne Hotelanlage mit vielen Obstbäumen und ruhige Lage
Set in Matala, 600 metres from Matala beach, Elea Terra Hotel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
super Preis/Leistung. gute Nähe zum Strand. super Pool
Situated in Matala, less than 1 km from Matala beach, Paradise Matala Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Very nice employees
Fantastic pool
Wonderful breakfast
The Coral Hotel features comfortable rooms with private balconies. This family-run hotel is in the quiet town of Matala. It is 500 metres from the town centre and 600 metres from the beach.
Breakfast was good. Variety of things to choose from.
Set in Matala, 60 metres from Matala beach, Tsaner Apartment and Rooms offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
L'arredamento della stanza, i servizi e la pulizia
Fly to Heraklion International Airport, 70km away from Matala. From there, take a taxi or bus (1.5 hours). Domestic travellers can also drive from Athens (350km, about 4 hours). No direct water transport available.
The most convenient airport for Matala, Greece, is Heraklion International Airport. It's the closest, approximately 70km away, and offers both domestic and international flights, making it accessible for all travellers.
Matala, Greece, is best navigated on foot due to its compact size. For longer distances, consider hiring a bicycle or car. Public transport options include the local bus service, KTEL, which connects Matala to Heraklion and other nearby towns. Always check the latest schedules as services may vary.
The best area to stay in Matala, Greece is the central town area. It offers close proximity to the beach, restaurants, and shops. The famous Matala Caves are also within walking distance. This area is popular and convenient for visitors.
Matala, Greece experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers. Average temperatures range from 12°C in January to 26°C in July. The summer season, from June to September, is typically dry with temperatures often exceeding 30°C. Winter, from November to March, sees more rainfall but temperatures rarely drop below 10°C.
What guests said about Matala:
10
Scored 10
Such a beautiful little seaside village that comes to life...
Such a beautiful little seaside village that comes to life at night. Could have stayed longer and enjoyed the views, vibes and people. Also we found the pricing cheaper for food and drinks. I must stop
Nadia Morgan
South Africa
2.0
Scored 2.0
The room was clean and relatively new looking.
The room was clean and relatively new looking. There is no wifi or tv in room. They have wifi at the bar and should be able to get it to rooms with routers but have not bothered. The bed was a disaster, it was hardest bed I have ever tried to sleep on. My wife and I both hardly slept and had sore back in the morning. We have been travelling for over 5 weeks had no problem with any other beds.
Norm
Canada
10
Scored 10
There is a great vibe at Matala that differs from the rest...
There is a great vibe at Matala that differs from the rest of Creta. The hippie feel is true. We caught live music the night we were there and it was the best moment.
This along with the red beach - strongly recommend.
Anne-Sophie
Canada
6.0
Scored 6.0
Matala is a tourist hot spot.
Matala is a tourist hot spot. So a lot of restaurants there, lot of tourist shops with souvenirs and a lot of people. The beach itself is not that big, but it was nice though. I mean it really depends on what you are looking for. I am more fond of less crowded and less touristy places, so perhaps next time I would look for something more matching my preferences. On the other hand there is nothing wrong about Matala at all. All the people there are very friendly. Really it depends on what you prefer...
Jana
10
Scored 10
Matala is a quiet little town with not a lot of traffic,...
Matala is a quiet little town with not a lot of traffic, music or noise. You come here to relax. If you like naturist beaching this place is definitely for you (Red beach and Komos beach).
Moreover, Matala can be a good base for visiting the area (you have to rent a car or a bike).
Siarhei A.
Belarus
10
Scored 10
Beautiful little hippie Place with lots of Restaurants, Bars...
Beautiful little hippie Place with lots of Restaurants, Bars and Cafés.
The beach in matala, the red beach and the caves of matala are a must see. When you are in matala I would recommend the Restaurants Georges Yard, Plaka and Hakuna matata.
We loved this hotel during our stay in Crete ! Matala and its surroundings remains one of our best memories. The hotel is calm and restful. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. Large homemade breakfast. Super nice swimming pool to relax at the end of the day. Minutes from the center of Matala but far enough away to escape the noise and crowds. We had a vehicle but the town center and the beach are within easy walking distance.
The hotel Is truly five minutes away from the main beach in Matala, the pool Is wonderful and the rooms are super clean and very comfortable. i travelled with my boyfriend but I would definitely recommend this accomodation for a family with Kids too. The hotel is in surrounded by trees and plants and Is a very relaxing Place. The owner Stelios Is super friendly and very funny. We Hope to get back soon.
Spacious room, pool with shower, 500 meters to the famous hippie beach (pebble beach, difficult without shoes), caves available to explore from 10 am. Room was ready 2 hours before scheduled check-in, on the plus side late check-out, parking, ATM in front of the hotel. We recommend beachside restaurants and self-service for buying raki.
Matala was our second destination on Crete after Heraklion. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful. The place is touristy but not overcrowded in May. The most beautiful is the 'Red Beach' which, however, had to be reached on foot what is not easy but manageable.
the hotel is very near to matala beach. The room was in the building behind the parking spots. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The personal were friendly. The breakfast was perfect with everything you need. we would recommend this hotel.
This is a gorgeous little spot to stay. It is clean, roomy, beautifully decorated and in a terrific location. It is near shops, restaurants and the beach. The breakfast was amazing with made-to-order eggs along with a buffet of wonderful food.
The location of the hotel is amazing because it is very close to the beach, restaurants and small supermarkets. But it is still in a quiet little street. The cleaning Personal is super friendly and the hotel was very clean in general.
Nice hotel, large family room that had plenty of room for our family of 4. Nice pool and good breakfast included. Lots of parking. Not far from Matala Beach, about 15 minutes to walk down. Staff were very pleasant.
The host was very friendly and helpful. The apartment was compact with everything needed. It has a great view from the balcony and a short walk to everything including the beach in Matala.
Amazing hospitality everyone was extremely helpful and accommodating. Location was ideal during the matala beach festival because it 5 minute was walking distance from the beach/ shops etc.
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