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The dining experience, as well as tastings and cooking classes, are a celebration of Crete’s culinary heritage. Mindful sourcing takes center stage, with many organic ingredients coming from the hotel's Phāea Farmers program.
Immerse yourself in a world of natural and authentic Cretan handicrafts and interior design—warm settings filled with local craftsmanship, sustainable choices, and personal touches.
With numerous fun activities for kids, peaceful relaxation for parents, and child-care facilities on site, this is the perfect place to create unforgettable family memories.
Malia’s Old Town and its nearby Minoan ruins are a sure stop when touring Crete. Potamos Beach is a local, uncrowded sandy escape. Not-to-be-missed side trips from Malia include The Palace of Knossos, Fortress Spinalonga, and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
Transportation Options
HER – Heraklion International Airport (34KM)
Earthy-boho chic interiors
Crete’s culinary heritage
Family getaway
Wellness facilities
Luxurious accommodations
Basic Information
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
Child friendly
General
Free wifi
24 hour reception
Secure parking
Free parking
Concierge desk
Family friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Laundry serviceService comes at an extra charge
Shuttle serviceService comes at an extra charge
24 hour security
Smoke detectors
Early/late check-in availableService comes at an extra charge
Airport transfer servicesService comes at an extra charge
Guide dogs allowed
Room
Air conditioning
Room service available
Daily housekeeping
Wake up service
Meeting Rooms
Meeting roomsService comes at an extra charge
Conference rooms
Video conferencing system
Features
Restaurant on site
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service available
Accessibility Features
Service/guide dogs allowed
Television with subtitles
Interior design Vana Pernari Architecture Studio
Walnut, chestnut, and bamboo combine with rattan, ceramic, stone, and brass to create a palette of wood tones, mustard yellow, copper-red, blue, green, and orange that imparts a relaxed, boho mood in the bright, airy rooms. Murals artistically bring the nature of Crete inside the living spaces and serve as main focal points for the interior design.
Architecture Vana Pernari Architecture Studio
The hotel’s modernist structures were constructed in the late 1980s by Antonis Stylianides, who once worked with Bauhaus legend Walter Gropius. Phāea Cretan Malia was fully renovated in 2018 by Vana Pernari, who used assorted colors, materials, and styles from multiple design eras, while still maintaining a strong Cretan identity.
The Originals Agapi & Costantza Sbokou
Kids’ corner Little explorers
Little ones will love the children’s kitchen for baking activities, the play area, an environmental awareness space, and a performance area for dance and theater. Outside, one finds a playground and a small organic garden for kids, who can participate in the hotel’s green program. A separate hut doubles as a quiet space for teenagers who want to read and relax.
Experiences Rooted in the local scene
Master the art of Cretan bread-making by producing fresh, authentic treats from a firewood oven. Enjoy wine and olive oil tastings that are paired with dishes that highlight the island’s authentic flavors. At Phāea Farmers Feast, the chef redefines the traditional farm-to-table concept by bringing the table directly to the farm. There are also textiles exhibitions celebrating Cretan heritage, beach picnics, cinema under the stars, and many more experiences to dive into.
Crete’s culinary heritage Mouries: Rooted in authenticity
The hotel prioritizes organic, locally grown ingredients, many of which come from its Phāea Farmers program, ensuring the freshest flavors while supporting and educating local farmers. Every dish reflects the hotel's commitment to the environment and the island’s rich traditions, offering a truly authentic and sustainable culinary experience that connects you to the land and its people. At Mouries, Chef Lefteris Iliadis and his team draw from the hotel’s garden, wild herbs, and sustainably sourced meats and seafood to craft dishes that honor tradition.
Almyra Italian Flavors
At Almyra, Mediterranean themes take a delightful turn toward Italy. Perched at the northernmost tip of the property with sweeping sea views, the restaurant offers authentic Italian dishes made with sustainably sourced, local ingredients. Here, summery salads, fresh local fish, hand-rolled pasta, and creamy risottos set the stage, while pizzas emerge from the outdoor stone oven, their aroma carried by the warmth of firewood flames.
Mezze Pool-side
Set in a beautiful outdoor poolside space, MEZZE features Mediterranean-style decor, cosy lounges, and a large communal table that fosters connection. At the heart of the experience is the open kitchen, where enticing scents of Levantine-inspired plates fill the air, creating an atmosphere of warmth and culinary excitement.
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Sustainability Keeping an eye on our Conscious Hotel Principles
Phāea Cretan Malia is housed in buildings that were originally constructed in the late 1980s. With the renovation, sustainable, ideally local, materials were used.
The hotel has embarked on a plan to reduce the use of plastics, integrate sustainable criteria for purchases, reduce food waste, and adopt sustainable alternatives in their day-to-day operations.
Innovative measured are used to reduce energy use, eliminate gas emissions, and conserve resources.
The hotel incorporates water-saving devices and procedures, has improved the efficiency of landscape watering, and controls leakage.
Locally sourced products are prioritized. The hotel strives to contribute to the development of sustainable local businesses that can be included in the supply chain.
The hotel is dedicated to preserving Cretan culture through Greek-led design, original artwork, and the use of locally sourced ingredients in traditional Cretan recipes.
Curated, soulful experiences showcase the best of local culture and nature. Guests can explore the heritage, taste local flavors, join mindful retreats, and more.
Guests can use the free bike rental service to tour the island. An electric vehicle charging station is available on-property, and electric and hybrid cars can be rented from an external partner.
The hotel uses video and photography, in-room communications, digital campaigns, email marketing, and PR to share its sustainability initiatives.
Our 2020 lineup of inspiring and visionary women from our community’s creative pool are not only breaking down barriers and forging new paths but some are reshaping the very nature of the worlds they work in.
How are the personal, myth, tradition, and creativity woven into a piece of textile? We spoke with Katerina Nikolaou, the curator of Cretan Malia Park’s exhibition “Womanhood: Threads and Traces,” to find out.
Born and raised in Crete, Lefteris Iliadis found his calling as a chef at an early age—a passion that took him into the kitchens of acclaimed Greek and international hotels until it pulled him back home.
Ahead of this year's A Love Beyond at Cervo Mountain Resort, we were curious to know: what do chef's most love to cook, when given the chance to show their favorite ingredients?
Crete’s an island of superlatives. The largest Greek island is rich in both ancient history—going back to the Minoan civilization 4,000 years ago—and flora, a botanical Eden thanks to its setting between Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Agapi Sbokou and Costantza Sbokou are the founders of Phāea, a hospitality brand rooted in their Cretan heritage that reimagines luxury as something slower, more grounded, and deeply human.
Founded by two Cretan sisters, Agapi and Costantza Sbokou, Phāea Cretan Malia offers a new take on sustainable luxury that is deeply rooted in their love for the island.
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