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Socrates Hotel Malia Beach

1.0 star property

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A hotel room with a large window, a bed with towels, a view of a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.
Property grounds
A modern bathroom with a large stone basin, a handheld showerhead, and a view of a pool and building outside.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a hanging light fixture, a shower area, and a view of the outside.
A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Malia, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70007
  • Place, Malia Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Stalis Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Heraklion Port
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Studio

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Apartment | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with towels, a view of a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

Luxury Suite, Private Pool

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Hersonissos

Malia Beach is within a mile (2 km) of Socrates Hotel Malia Beach, and other popular sites like Stalis Beach are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 31-room aparthotel has private in-room pools along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Malia Beach - 1 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Stalis Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Star Beach Water Park - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Port of Hersonissos - 12 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Heraklion Port - 32 min drive - 25.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anesea Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thalassa - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taverna Candia - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Made In Greece Taverna - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mango - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Socrates Hotel Malia Beach

Guests of Socrates Hotel Malia Beach enjoy a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach aparthotel include a seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace.
Each apartment is individually decorated and has an array of amenities, including a private pool, a furnished balcony, and an espresso maker. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and the bathroom offers a rainfall showerhead, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a safe, a phone, and a wardrobe or closet.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private pool
  • Reflexology
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Car rental
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Free crib

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge

Dining

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Communal living room

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free bottled water
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • 31 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Built in 2005
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 21 and April 24.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 1039K031A0004401

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the aparthotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Socrates
Socrates Chersonissos
Socrates Hotel
Socrates Hotel Chersonissos
Socrates Hotel Malia
Socrates Malia
Socrates Hotel Malia, Crete
Socrates Hotel Crete
Socrates Hotel Crete
Socrates Hotel
Socrates Malia Hersonissos
Socrates Hotel Malia Beach Aparthotel
Socrates Hotel Malia Beach Hersonissos
Socrates Hotel Malia Beach Aparthotel Hersonissos

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

Socrates Hotel Malia Beach provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

As of Jun 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach on Jul 23, 2026 start from $214, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

This aparthotel is located in Hersonissos within a short 15-minute walk of Malia Beach. You'll also find Stalis Beach and Star Beach Water Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the aparthotel.

Is there a spa available at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

Spa services at the aparthotel include sports massages, Swedish massages, reflexology, and aromatherapy.

Does Socrates Hotel Malia Beach feature a casino on the premises?

No, Socrates Hotel Malia Beach doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

What do couples enjoy most about Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

There are many amenities for couples at this aparthotel, including a private pool as well as a restaurant and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Socrates Hotel Malia Beach have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Socrates Hotel Malia Beach serves free self-serve breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Socrates Hotel Malia Beach allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach.

Are there connecting rooms at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

No, this aparthotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

The closest major airport to Socrates Hotel Malia Beach is Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), which is 19.1 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach?

Yes, every apartment at Socrates Hotel Malia Beach comes with a furnished balcony and some offer garden and pool views.

Socrates Hotel Malia Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lukas

Location was perfect for our needs as we were looking for something cute and calm but not too far from the beaches, restaurants and markets. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linnéa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very good hotel. Extremly good staff, helpful and caring. Eleni, Despina and Anna was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Although we had a technical issue with the TV on arrival, the staff reacted in a speedy and thorough manner to resolve the problem. In general a warm, welcoming & helpful hotel - the restaurant staff in the morning exceptional.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Short break hotel Malia

The hotel is located in the tourisic place of Malia. In general the site is ok, breakfast average. No permanently staffed front desk. Ok for the money and a brief stop
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anat

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

10

There are not enough words to say thank you for the wonderful hospitality and great experience
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hello dear Socrates Team, we had a very nice time with you!!! Everything was fine. Everything was clean. All the staff in the hotel were very friendly☝️ I have only a comment. We had a familyroom for 4 people with two bedrooms. But there was only 1 TV. We come again !!!!🥰 Kind regards
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Emanuele

Disliked: Cleanliness
Ho soggiornato al socrates hotel una settimana e devo dire che l'esperienza è stata deludente. La seconda stella la dò solo per la cordialità del personale, solare e gentile (non alle inservienti perché non facevano il loro lavoro e sembravano palesemente scocciate dal lavoro che facevano). Abbiaml fatto il check-in che la stanza era sporca (non aspiravano e tiravano lo straccio, ho dovuto usare io uno degli asciugamani messi a disposizione per spostare lo sporco e nonostante questo, il giorno successivo, vedendo palesemente lo sporco attorno e sull'asciugamano lasciavano comunque la stanza lercia) e abbiamo fatto il check out con la stanza lercia. Fortunatamente le lenzuola e gli asciugamani te li cambiavano ogni giorno. Il bagno era invaso dalle formiche, abbiamo dovuto spostare la tazza degli spazzolini (anche qui, abbiamo dovuto usare una delle tazze da thè per mettere gli spazzolini) sul comò fuori perchè sennò trovavamo invasi pure quelli. Mi dispiace ma la pulizia è la cosa più importante in un hotel, due stelle solo per la gentilezza del personale, soprattutto il guardiano notturno ed Espina (non ricordo il nome, ma la signora che serve alle colazioni).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Britta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alles super, Bad müsste renoviert werden.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Accueillant

Personnel très gentil .Piscine accueillante surtout dans cette zone très touristique .bien entretenu .Chambre très correcte
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal, schöne und saubere Unterkunft (wie auf den Fotos), zentrale Lage, grosser Parkplatz (kostenfrei), gutes WIFI, schöne Poolanlage, im einigen Gehminuten am Strand, leckeres und grosszügiges Frühstücksbuffet….wie waren sehr zufrieden. Betten waren für mein Empfinden etwas hart.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mika

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Ombonat men lite slitet. Trevlig poolområde. Nära till restauranger och gamla stan.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachida

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bel établissement proche plage magasins restaurants bien situé bien entretenu propre chambres spacieuses propres personnel très aimable serviable à l'écoute des clients Bonne ambiance au calme sûr bref j'ai passé un très bon séjour... J'y reviendrai
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NICOLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Accueil en français Piscine incroyable Situation idéale très proche mer et bar
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Nice moments
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rakefet

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Good hotel

The hotel is nice good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very nice and clean, air conditioning a bit weak but overall a enjoyable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Plus: Sehr nettes und bemühtes Personal, Riesen Pool , große Zimmer ( hatten Familienappartement), Küche Negativ: altes Mobiliar, veraltetere Duschen mit klappfalttüren in denen man sich fast nicht umdrehen kann, hellhörig. Frühstück jeden Tag gleich Insgesamt ok, wenn man es günstig bekommt, .für uns Last Minute gebucht ,im Griechenland zu teuer . Die tollen Bewertungen sind gerechtfertigt, wenn man das Hotel zu sehr günstigen Konditionen buchen kann.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice pool and location. Quiet but not far from restaurants and beaches.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top niveau : accueil, cadre, calme, situation, très belle piscine avec un bel éclairage le soir, jardin propre et très bien entretenu (gazon et fleurs) rapport qualité prix Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JACQUES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent accueil très bon prix rapport qualité
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking to stay somewhere close enough to amenities but away from excessive noise. Clean, well maintained and with helpful and pleasant staff. Breakfast was fresh and plentiful, airport transfer a bonus. Pool clean and well maintained, pleanty of sun beds. Grounds well looked after and pretty. Rooms clean and well equiped - only downfall was the shower which is fairly small. Stalis and Malia centre/old town all within easy walking distance. Nearest bars/restaurants/beach within ten minutes walk of hotel.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trevligt hotel som passar familjer och par

Hotellet var trevligt även om det inte var det modernaste. Personalen var väldigt trevlig och hjälpsam. Speciellt flickan Sofie i receptionen. Vi kände oss välkomna och trivdes bra. Rummet var rent men kanske lite litet. Vi är familj med två barn, så fick två sovrum och två balkonger i lägenheten, väldigt bra! Det ända minuset var att så gen var hård. Annars var allt bra. Frukosten var också bra. Poolen var härlig och stor! Våra barn simmade hela tiden!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A conseiller

Superbe séjour. Accueil très chaleureux et professionnel. Très belle piscine et plage à environ 10 minutes.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

superbe séjour en famille

Accueil extrêmement chaleureux. Établissement très agréable, propre, soigné, au calme. Nous avons adoré notre chambre avec terrasse donnant sur la piscine. La piscine est magnifique. Le personnel est charmant, mention particulière à la réception. Un immense merci pour l'accueil qui nous a fait nous sentir bien. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bernd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Hotel

Gute Lage, perfekter Service, gutes Frühstück, ruhige zentrale Lage
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018