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Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar, and a poolside bar at Dessole Malia Beach. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sun loungers, and beach volleyball. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a body treatment, or a facial at Aegeo Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and mini golf.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

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Room options

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Single Room

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, Partial Sea View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Standard Room, Partial Sea View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4

FAMILY ROOM DELUXE TWO BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 8

FAMILY ROOM DELUXE

  • Sleeps 8

About the neighborhood

Located in Hersonissos, Dessole Malia Beach is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Lychnostatis and Folklore Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Star Beach Water Park and Sissi Mini Golf. Traveling with kids? Consider Aquaworld Aquarium and Labyrinth Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking. Visit our Hersonissos travel guide
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Dimokratias, 1, Hersonissos, Crete, 70007

What's nearby

  • A beach with two blue lounge chairs and a beach umbrella.
    Stalis Beach
    4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • A marina with numerous boats docked, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.
    Heraklion Port
    34 min drive - 26.4 miles
  • Malia Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Palace of Malia
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Star Beach Water Park
    9 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Drossia Cocktailbar & Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Thalassa
    1 min walk
  • Cretan Traditional Cafe
    7 min walk
  • Anesea Lounge
    16 min walk
  • Ilios Cafe
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Main Restaurant
  • Tavern Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed in January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1039K014A2932500

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Dessole Malia Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Dessole Malia Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Dessole Malia Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dessole Malia Beach?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Dessole Malia Beach?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and beverages are included (with some restrictions), and activities include mini golf, tennis, volleyball, and more.

Where is Dessole Malia Beach located?

Located in Hersonissos, this beachfront property is in the entertainment district, steps from Malia Beach, and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Stalis Beach. Potamos Beach and Palace of Malia are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Dessole Malia Beach Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Anlage war super schön und nah am Strand. Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen und wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No 5 star, very bad food & run down rooms.

The hotel looks nothing like the pictures. The rooms are run down, very old and braking, the food is so bad in quality and bad on healthy choices. The location is great, and the pool Is fun. The worse is the food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the beach... plenty of plsvrs to eat and cute shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Eigentlich ok. Für Familien optimal. Schön gelegen. Traumhafter Strand und Pool.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Please add some dark rich beer on tap.

Room 308 may be haunted.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Great hotel in excellent location

Great place to be
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
This was a very good hotel because it was on the beach with excellent facilities, e.g. a Taverna restaurant which was opened when the main restaurant was closed as an additional place to eat on site. The main restaurant food was very very good with varieties each day. The hotel grounds was beautiful with its own natural herbs gardens! Good children play area too. The nearby shops and supermarkets was very handy. However, we do believe that this hotel could easily become a 5 star rating if the management looks into the styling and general fixtures, decor and furniture of the bedrooms which although Greek style seemed very basic! On a whole it was very good value for money and we had a lovely 8 day stay and a very memorable stay for our first time in Crete.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Wim

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Locatie is perfect maar dat is het dan ook.

In Malia is het niet eenvoudig een hotel aan het strand te vinden. Dessole Malia Beach is dan een optie. De ligging is prima!. De gasten zijn 80% Russisch. De gebouwen zijn oud en moeten dringend opgefrist worden. Je moet 3 dagen met de handdoeken doen. Zowel in de kamer als voor het zwembad. Het eten is iedere dag hetzelfde. Op zich goed van kwaliteit maar na een paar dagen gaat het wel vervelen. Animatie is goed! Italiaans team maar ze doen er echt alles aan om de mensen te vermaken. Water in de kamer is er niet en dus mag je naar de supermarkt om flesjes water te kopen en dat met een All inclusive formule. Raar..... Personeel lacht bijna niet. Hoe moeilijk is het om de gasten het naar de zin te maken? Natuurlijk zijn er positieve uitzonderingen. Al met al: Veel te duur voor het arrangement wat geboden wordt. Geen sprake van een 4 sterren ervaring ! Eerder 2,5.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bon séjour

Très bon rapport qualité prix, beau hôtel, rien à redire.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Юлия

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Советуем посетить.

Отель находится на побережье.Уютное ,красивое место.Радушный персонал.С удовольствием побываем еще раз.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
L'aria condizionata nelle camere è troppo scarsa e quando fa caldo non riesce a raffreddare... Ed eravamo al 3 e ultimo piano con la vista mare dunque davanti la piscina dove dovrebbe tirare più vento rispetto alle camere all'interno!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Piero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Una bellissima settimana

Abbiamo soggiornato splendidamente in questo albergo che nonostante le 700 presenze non ha mai dato la sensazione di affollamento. In spiaggia ed in piscina c'erano sempre lettini e ombrelloni disponibili. Ottimo e molto vario il menù del ristorante. Squisito il personale.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Сергей

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Неплохой семейный отель

Отель неплохой. Расположение хорошее, если не считать бешенных английских тинейджеров поблизости.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Assez bonne, dommage que la plus part des renseignements pour les clients sont en russe.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017