Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels
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A beachfront resort situated on a secluded sandy beach offering romantic rooms and exceptional cuisine.
Summary of reviewsCretan Malia Park, a Member of Design Hotels, is a top-notch hotel that offers a luxurious vacation experience. The hotel's location on a beautiful sandy beach is a standout feature and guests appreciate the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The breakfast options are outstanding with a huge choice of delicious, varied food and incredible vegan options. While the dinner options have mixed reviews, the hotel restaurants offer delicious culinary experiences with a variety of options. The rooms are clean, comfortable and beautifully designed with the junior suite sea view being particularly popular. The hotel's cleanliness is also highly praised with guests commenting on the spotlessly clean rooms and pool areas. The staff are exceptional with outstanding service and attention to detail. The spa is a standout feature, although some guests found it pricy. The pool area is beautiful and well-maintained with plenty of opportunities to relax and enjoy a beautiful Mediterranean vacation. The beach is a highlight for many guests with clear and warm water and a clean and well-set up private beach. The hotel is also perfect for families with young kids with plenty of facilities for children and excellent childcare services. The comfortable beds are consistently praised and the hotel offers a 5-star quality experience. Overall, Cretan Malia Park is a wonderful hotel to consider for a luxurious stay on Crete.
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The Cretan Malia Park, a Member of Design Hotels boasts an enviable location right on a beautiful sandy beach. Guests are just steps away from the ocean and have easy access to pools on site. While the hotel may be located in a more remote area of Malia, it offers a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Malia itself is a 20-minute walk away, although it is not particularly attractive with limited restaurant options. However, interesting towns are just a 30-minute drive away. It is worth noting that the hotel is relatively close to the airport, which is convenient for guests arriving by plane. While some guests note that the immediate surrounding area is not particularly interesting, the hotel's beachfront location more than makes up for it. It is important to note that the locals charge Swiss prices for drinks. The Sea-Side Bungalows are located in a particularly beautiful spot, although they are a bit further from the main amenities. Overall, the hotel's location may not be perfect for everyone, but those seeking a peaceful getaway on a beautiful sandy beach will not be disappointed.
The breakfast at Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels is outstanding according to guest reviews. Guests appreciate the huge choice of delicious, varied food and commend the incredible vegan options available at the buffet and restaurants. The à la carte dinner/breakfast in a smaller, more private restaurant instead of the buffet is a nice touch. The buffet in the morning and evening is very rich and there are lots of fresh options with great quality and variety. However, some guests found the buffet restaurant to be chaotic and noisy, while others enjoyed a more traditional Greek breakfast in a smaller restaurant. Overall, the breakfast options are excellent and highly recommended.
The dinner options at Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels have mixed reviews. While some guests found the menu items to be pricey, many others praised the selection and quality of food in all the hotel restaurants. There were some complaints about staff confusion regarding pricing, but the overall consensus was that the food was fresh and amazing. Some guests felt that certain restaurants, particularly the Italian one, were overpriced for the quality of the food. However, there were also positive remarks about the great food at reasonable prices in the different hotel restaurants. The option for à la carte dinner/breakfast in a smaller, more private restaurant instead of the buffet was also appreciated. Some guests cautioned against eating at the beach bar, while others found the main cafeteria's food to be below par. Overall, the hotel restaurants received positive feedback for offering delicious culinary experiences with a variety of options. However, some guests were put off by the high prices and noisy environments and others found the food quality to be inconsistent or lacking in local flavor.
The rooms at Cretan Malia Park, a Member of Design Hotels, receive high praise from guests. Many describe the rooms as clean, comfortable and spacious. The interior and landscape design of the hotel also receive compliments with guests noting the beautiful decorations. The junior suite sea view is particularly popular with collapsible doors that are useful for families with babies. Some guests note that not all rooms are equal in size and some have thin walls that allow for noise from neighboring rooms. However, most guests find the rooms well-appointed and beautifully designed. There are some complaints about small rooms, particularly in the bungalows and poor soundproofing. Overall, guests find the rooms to be clean and comfortable with beautiful decor.
If you're looking for a comfortable place to rest your head at night, Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels won't disappoint. Guest reviews consistently praise the hotel's comfortable beds with phrases like "very good room and bed" and "the bed was very comfortable." Of course, not everyone is a fan of the bedsheets with some finding them to be of low quality and not cooling enough. However, these criticisms are few and far between. For those looking to lounge by the pool, it's worth noting that there is plenty of space between the sun loungers, so you won't have to worry about fighting for a spot. Families especially appreciate the comfortable beds in the deluxe family bungalows, which are just as cozy for kids as they are for parents. Overall, the quality of the mattresses is highly praised with many simply stating "gut" or "la qualité du matelas" to underscore just how comfortable they found their stay.
Guests of the Cretan Malia Park, a Design Hotel member, have praised the hotel's cleanliness. Many guests have commented on the spotlessly clean rooms and pool areas. The hotel's superb design and beautiful garden and beach have also received positive feedback. While some guests experienced unpleasant situations with the cleaning staff, overall, the hotel has exceeded expectations in terms of cleanliness. Guests also noted that the hotel is complying with COVID-19 guidelines. The only negative comments related to cleanliness mentioned sand on the floor and a few isolated cases of unclean areas. Overall, the Cretan Malia Park provides a very beautiful and relaxing atmosphere with high standards of cleanliness.
The staff at Cretan Malia Park, a Member of Design Hotels, have received numerous positive reviews from guests. The majority of guests have highlighted the hotel staff's exceptional friendliness, helpfulness and attentiveness. Staff members from various departments, including front desk, restaurant, spa and beach, have been praised for their outstanding service. Other positive comments include the high quality of service provided, attention to detail and the efficient and polite nature of the staff. The only negative comments highlighted some staff who were not overly helpful or slightly annoyed, especially at the reception. The staff were always seen wearing masks, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining safety measures during the pandemic. Despite some hit and miss reviews, the staff's hard work, professionalism and welcoming attitude have contributed significantly to creating a memorable vacation experience for guests at Cretan Malia Park.
The spa at Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels is a standout feature according to guest reviews. While some found it pricy, the majority of guests had a really great experience. The gym and workout area were also highly praised as some of the best seen in hotels. Spa staff received high praise with a rating of 9.5/10. Guests particularly enjoyed checking out the spa and the local organic garden. While some noted that the spa options were limited to just massages and lacked amenities like a sauna or hammam, the spa was still considered a good option. Some commented that the spa menu was a little expensive, but negotiations were possible. Overall, while some guests found the spa service to be average, the majority of reviews spoke positively about the spa at Cretan Malia Park.
The pool area at Cretan Malia Park, a Member of Design Hotels, is absolutely beautiful and well-maintained. There are two main pools with the lagoon pool occasionally needing better cleaning and guests have easy access to both pools and the ocean. However, despite signs asking them not to, some guests reserve sunbeds and play ball games in reserved areas. Additionally, two-thirds of the sunbeds were occupied with nothing but towels. Nevertheless, the beach and pool areas are still described as beautiful and there are always free spaces available. The lunch at the pool restaurant is also praised. There is a river pool for relaxation and lifeguards and childcare staff provide reliable supervision. The pool and beach facilities are very clean and provide enough sunbeds for everyone to relax and enjoy. One reviewer noted the heated pool was particularly enjoyable during the May vacation period. There are several bars available both at the pool and on the beach, however, the service is not always up to 5-star standard. For those seeking tranquillity, there are options at the two pools where children tend to stay in the designated child area. Overall, the pool area offers plenty of opportunities to relax, play, sunbathe and enjoy a beautiful Mediterranean vacation.
The beach at Cretan Malia Park, a Member of Design Hotels, is a highlight for many guests. They describe the water as clear and warm and the beach is clean and well-set up. There are easy access points to both pools and ocean. The beach is beautiful with amazing views and the hotel is steps away from the sandy shore. Some guests note that the beach is a mixture of rocks and sand, which can impact the swimming experience. Additionally, some found the prices at the beach shack to be expensive. Overall, guests compliment the clean and pleasant atmosphere and the availability of free sun loungers. While the view on the beach is not the most inspiring, the resort grounds are well-maintained and the beach is privatised for hotel guests. The location is also convenient with public beaches nearby.
The Cretan Malia Park, a Member of Design Hotels, is a luxury resort that's perfect for families with young kids. There are plenty of facilities for children, including a kids' club, mini disco, pools and even a creche for the littlest ones. The staff are great with children and there are high chairs, cots and pool toys available. The resort is baby and family-friendly and there are lots of families with small children around. However, some reviewers mentioned that the noise level from the many children around could be overwhelming at times. The hotel offers a variety of restaurants, although the Mezze restaurant becomes adults-only in the evenings. The kids' menu has normal prices and portions and the hotel offers excellent childcare services that even teenagers enjoy. While the hotel is not ideal for couples or design enthusiasts, it's a fantastic choice for families with young children.
If you're looking for an exceptional hotel experience, look no further than Cretan Malia Park. This hotel is perfect in so many ways and dishes up dishes up to 5-star quality. While some guests felt that the hotel was more like a 4-star experience, overall the feeling is that this is a top-notch hotel. Some guests did find it disappointing that water wasn't provided in the room on a daily basis and others felt that the service wasn't quite up to par for a 5-star hotel. However, these were minor issues in an otherwise wonderful stay. The hotel is small and charming with a cozy atmosphere that makes you feel at home. While there are some child-friendly areas, some guests felt that there could be more quiet spaces for relaxing. The spa is a bit limited with only two small rooms for massages and no hammam or sauna. The drinks at the bar were reasonably priced for a 5-star hotel. All in all, if you're looking for a luxurious stay on Crete, Cretan Malia Park is a wonderful hotel to consider.
The children's pool at Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels is a great spot for families with small children. The shallow pool has plenty of space for little ones to play while parents can watch from the comfort of their sun loungers. The hotel provides excellent facilities for families, including cots, high chairs and pool toys. However, some guests did mention that there were too many children for their liking and that it could get noisy at times. While there was a bit of bird droppings in the children's pool entrance, overall, the pool is a very kid-friendly environment.
If you're looking for a truly luxurious stay in Crete, the Cretan Malia Park should be at the top of your list. This top-notch hotel is beautifully and expensively decorated with tasteful and amazing design that will leave you in awe. Families with young ones will particularly enjoy the amazing luxury and warm, homely feel of the hotel. With many a la carte restaurants serving very delicious food, there's something for everyone's taste. The Malia Park Resort Hotel offers a high-quality standard of service that lives up to expectations. Despite being quite expensive compared to other five-star hotels, the hotel is definitely worth the price and the recently renovated Bel hôtel is decorated with sublime taste. Although some guests found the hotel to be more like a four-star than a five-star establishment, the overall feedback was positive. The hotel's eco-friendly image might not be entirely accurate according to some guests, but the hotel remains high-end nevertheless.
Yes, Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Children's Pool, Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels.
No, Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels.
No, Cretan Malia Park a Member of Design Hotels doesn't have a gym.
