Matala Bay Hotel - Matala (Crete)

3-star family-run hotel with Cretan character, 250 m from Matala beach

Amenities

Matala Bay Hotel's swimming pool with pool bar offers a shallow end and a pool with a view, making it safe for children. The shady pool bar serves snacks and drinks throughout the day, alongside themed dinner nights and live music performances. Younger guests have access to a children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and a separate kids' pool.

Rooms

The hotel provides 55 rooms and 10 family studios, all with a private furnished balcony and air conditioning. Standard double rooms include a refrigerator and TV, while superior rooms add a sofa and walk-in shower. The independently built annex building offers budget two-bedroom apartments directly opposite the main building.

Dining

At the on-site restaurant, the chef prepares dishes using genuine Cretan produce, emphasizing authentic local ingredients. Breakfast includes a wide variety of choices, with fried eggs cooked on request and a full continental spread with fresh fruit and yogurt. The lobby bar is open late, offering wine, champagne, and special diet menus upon request.

Location & Activities

Matala Bay Hotel is situated 250 metres from Matala beach and 5 minutes on foot from the village center with its Roman caves. The property lies within walking distance of Golden Beach and Red Beach, and 15 km from the ancient ruins of Phaistos and Gortyna. Guests can rent bicycles or cars at reception, join walking tours about local culture, or explore Kommos Beach with its antiquities.

Family & Wellness

The hotel offers full body massage by appointment and sun loungers with umbrellas around the infinity pool. Families benefit from baby safety gates, board games and puzzles, and large family rooms with extra sleeping space. A 24-hour reception provides currency exchange, luggage storage, and express check-in/out services for added convenience.

• Location: 250 m from Matala beach and Roman caves
• Rooms: 55 rooms + 10 family studios with private balconies
• Dining: Cretan cuisine by local chefs at on-site restaurant
• Family: Children's playground, kids' pool, baby safety gates
• Wellness: Full body massage and outdoor infinity pool with pool bar
• Entertainment: Evening live music, themed dinner nights, walking tours

Licence number: 1Ο39Κ113Κ2738301