The best spa hotels in Malia

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Malia easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Alexander Beach Hotel & Village Resort Malia, Greece

  

  Resort. Located on the sandy Malia Beach and just 1.2 mi from the town center, Alexander Beach Hotel & Village Resort offers a wide range of activities in peaceful, natural surroundings. Set within 164 ft² of landscaped gardens directly facing the beach, the main building and bungalows provide an ideal retreat. Rooms and suites are clean, tastefully decorated, and feature balconies or terraces with views of the sea or gardens. Browse through our different categories to find the perfect fit for your holiday dreams—choose between Comfort Rooms, Luxury Superior Rooms, Family Rooms, Junior Suites, and Suites with an optional private pool. All rooms are equipped with modern bathrooms, air conditioning, satellite TV, fridge, safe box, and high-speed cable and Wi-Fi internet connections. Spanning more than 3.3 ft², the on-site spa includes an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, and hammam. Guests can unwind with a wide selection of face and body treatments, manicures, pedicures, and peelings. Yoga and Pilates classes are available upon request. Dining options include five restaurants: Taverna Mediterraneo serving Greek, traditional and Mediterranean specialties Trattoria Oliva for authentic Italian cuisine Main Restaurant Alexandros offering buffet meals with superb views of the bay Asian Fuson restaurant Lemon Grass Plaza Sushi Bar for Asian snacks and bites For drinks and relaxing moments, guests can choose from five bars: Dionysos Main Bar Apollo Cocktail Bar Poseidon Pool Bar Beach Club Bistro & Bar On-site activities include beach volleyball, tennis, and swimming in any of the five outdoor pools. For those looking to explore, the lively villages of Malia and Stalis are just minutes away. Your property description is created according to the facilities and amenities you add. It’s then translated into multiple languages. This can increase your bookings because it appeals to all potential guests.

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• 2 Phāea Cretan Malia, a Member of Design Hotels Malia, Greece

  

  Resort. Located on Crete’s serene northeast coast, Phāea Cretan Malia blends authentic Cretan heritage with modern, conscious hospitality. As a proud member of Design Hotels, this peaceful retreat is designed with low-rise architecture, lush Mediterranean gardens, and open spaces that perfectly complement the island’s natural beauty. The hotel offers 204 elegant accommodations—including rooms, bungalows, and suites—featuring local materials like Cretan marble, chestnut wood, and rattan. Earthy tones, handcrafted furnishings, and botanical artwork by renowned Greek artists create a calm, inviting atmosphere. Many rooms offer spacious balconies or garden terraces, ideal for enjoying Crete’s breathtaking scenery. Dining at Phāea Cretan Malia is a culinary journey through Crete. Guests can savor traditional dishes cooked over open fire at Mouries, Levant-inspired cuisine at Mezze, and fresh Italian flavors at Almyra, right by the beach. The hotel’s organic kitchen garden provides seasonal produce, supporting a sustainable, farm-to-table philosophy. Nestled in lush gardens, our Kids’ Club offers a fun, creative space where children explore Cretan culture through cooking, crafts, nature play, and storytelling. With indoor and outdoor areas—including a garden, eco activities, and a cozy reading hut—young guests can learn, play, and connect with the magic of Crete. The Effortless All-Inclusive concept at Phaea Cretan Malia offers a refined holiday experience where everything is thoughtfully taken care of, allowing guests to relax and enjoy Crete at their own pace. Rooted in Cretan hospitality and culinary tradition, the program combines quality dining, premium comfort and meaningful experiences. Guests are invited to immerse in authentic experiences, from yoga and meditation to Cretan cooking classes and botanical garden walks. Don’t miss the Phāea Farmers Feast at Bostani—a unique farm-to-table dinner where guests gather fresh ingredients from the garden and dine under the stars. Guest review score 8.6

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• 3 High Beach Resort Malia, Greece

  

  Hotel. Located in Malia, a few steps from Central Malia Beach, High Beach Resort has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property provides karaoke and a concierge service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms come with an electric tea pot, while some rooms also feature a terrace and others also feature sea views. All rooms feature a closet. High Beach Resort has a playground. You can play table tennis and darts at the 5-star hotel. Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 13 miles from the accommodation, while Lake Voulismeni is 18 miles from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 18 miles away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description

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• 4 Enorme Ammos Beach - Adults Only Malia, Greece

  

  Hotel. Located in Malia, a few steps from Central Malia Beach, Enorme Ammos Beach provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. Featuring a tour desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room includes an electric tea pot, while selected rooms contain a balcony and others also offer sea views. Guest rooms include a closet. Guests at Enorme Ammos Beach can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 13 miles from the accommodation, while Lake Voulismeni is 18 miles away. Heraklion International Airport is 18 miles from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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• 5 Sentido Kyknos Beach Adults Only Malia, Greece

  

  Hotel. Situated 32 km east of Heraklion International Airport, between Malia and Stalida, this is a 4-star holiday resort that attracts thousands of visitors every summer. The resort has a warm reception hall with a comfortable lobby, a large swimming pool, pool bar, restaurant and 2 tennis courts. For taking it easy under the sun, just 200 metres away is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. The rates indicated are all-inclusive. Please enquire further at reception upon arrival. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description

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• 6 High Beach White - Adults Only Malia, Greece

  

  Hotel. Located in Malia, a few steps from Central Malia Beach, High Beach White - Adults Only provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a pool view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Each room comes with an electric tea pot, while selected rooms are equipped with a terrace and others also offer sea views. Guest rooms have a closet. Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 13 miles from High Beach White - Adults Only, while Lake Voulismeni is 18 miles away. Heraklion International Airport is 18 miles from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description

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• 7 Kernos Beach Hotel & Bungalows Malia, Greece

  

  Hotel. Kernos Beach Hotel & Bungalows is located on a secluded long white sandy beach in Malia. It offers 2 freshwater swimming pools and 2 tennis courts. Free WiFi is provided throughout. Surrounded by extensive gardens with walking paths, the 4-star hotel disposes 287 rooms, bungalows and suites, including 25 with waterfront position. Each is fitted with air conditioning, TV with satellite channels and bathroom with hairdryer. At the main restaurant, American buffet breakfast, 4-course lunch and dinner are served. The seafront Fish Restaurant offers a wide range of seafood and fish delicacies for lunch. The Tavernaki Snack-Bar offers a variety of snacks, salads and grilled food. The Kafenion serves traditional Greek coffee or ouzo. Hot and cold beverages are served at The Cafeteria. The Crete Golf Club is located 7.5 mi from the Kernos Beach Hotel. The front desk can arrange reduced fees. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 8 Dedalos Hotel Malia, Greece

  

  Hotel. Set in Malia, 1.4 km from Central Malia Beach, Dedalos Hotel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a terrace, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi. At the hotel, all rooms include a desk. Certain rooms also offer a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a stovetop. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The restaurant at Dedalos Hotel specialises in Greek, Mediterranean and international cuisine. Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 21 km from the accommodation, while Lake Voulismeni is 29 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 29 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description

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• 9 Kristalli Hotel Apartments Malia, Greece

  

  Aparthotel. Located in Malia, Kristalli Hotel Apartments provides 3-star accommodation with private terraces. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The units in the aparthotel are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, every unit has bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar and bar. The aparthotel boasts a variety of wellness options, including spa facilities, wellness packages and yoga classes. For guests with children, the aparthotel features an indoor play area and an outdoor play equipment. A car rental service is available at Kristalli Hotel Apartments, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Central Malia Beach is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 21 km away. Heraklion International Airport is 29 km from the property.

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