Matala Homestays

I am actually sat by pool with an ice cold draught beer whilst writing this review. What can I say 🤔 absolutely fantastic experience. Such friendly and welcoming people not just 1 but everyone I met. Rooms are very clean and tidy and cleaned daily. Only thing for me missing was a kettle as like a coffee when I 1st get up. But wasn't a problem as stroll 70 yards to the magnificent pool area for breakfast and as much coffee as you would like. Lovely continental breakfast couldn't fault it . I would recommend dimitris to all my friends and at such an excellent price. Just a 5 minute stroll to the beach and restaurants of matala and no hassle of trying to find a parking space. Much exceeded my expectations.

My boyfriend and I spent the first week of May in this hotel and were generally very impressed. In some places you can see that it is only a 2-star hotel. But the positives far outweigh the negatives, especially as we then spent another week in a 3-star hotel on the north coast and thus have a direct comparison. We were a bit unlucky that the Calypso was opening for the season on the day we arrived, May 1st, only 3 of 50 rooms were occupied and a few ”childhood” (=winter) illnesses occurred during these days, such as the defective hot water heater. For the sake of simplicity, I will list all the pros and cons as follows. Pros: Quiet location Small complex with short distances Family-run business Lovingly designed, beautiful garden Hotel's own car park Matala village center within walking distance Clean rooms Separate terraces on the ground floor Clotheslines and pegs on the terrace Large TV Refrigerator in the room Fly screens on the room windows Large wardrobe Very friendly staff Good coffee machine at breakfast Wheat beer on offer Cons: No hot water for 3 days Several power outages Room near the pool bar can be noisy (wasn't in operation yet) Uncomfortable mattress No enclosed dining room, extremely drafty in cool weather Continental breakfast buffet, so little choice Inadequate tea selection at breakfast (black tea or camomile tea) Hot food from the buffet is usually tasty, but extremely boring, as there is only one meat/fish dish with 3 side dishes Salad buffet is always the same with a few exceptions Frequent repetitions to use up leftovers Conclusion: We would come again, but then only book B&B instead of half board and go into the village for dinner.

Situated in Matala, less than 1 km from Matala beach, Paradise Matala Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Paradise Matala Hotel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Red Sand Beach is 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Kommos Beach is 3 km from the property. Heraklion International Airport is 64 km away.

With a stay at Armonia Hotel in Faistos, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Beach of Matala and Caves of Matala. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Roman Caves and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Red Beach.Enjoy recreational amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested.

Located in Faistos, ELEATERRA HOTEL is within a 5-minute drive of Beach of Matala and Caves of Matala. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Red Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Komos Beach.Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.At ELEATERRA HOTEL, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 60 individually decorated guestrooms. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.

The Melissa Hotel provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Melissa Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Matala.There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Hippiestrand Matala, Cliff Jumping Matala and Matala beach all nearby.After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site.