Socrates Hotel

1.0 star property
Beach aparthotel with restaurant, near Stalis Beach

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Superior Studio
Buffet
Luxury Suite, Private Pool | Bathroom
Bar (on property)
Socrates Hotel, by the sea, offers a relaxing getaway with free self-serve breakfast and an on-site restaurant serving lunch. Unwind at the poolside bar or indulge in spa treatments like a deep-tissue massage; adventurous travelers can also enjoy cycling. With amenities like a garden, playground, multilingual staff and free WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • 31 apartments
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Beach towels
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Luxury Suite, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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Malia, Hersonissos, Crete Island, 70007

What's nearby

  • Malia Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Palace of Malia - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stalis Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Star Beach Water Park - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Alternative Crete - 14 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Zoo Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Red Lion Malia - bar and restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪China Town - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Drossia Cocktailbar & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Maria Rouse Hotel - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Socrates Hotel

When you stay at Socrates Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Malia Beach and Stalis Beach. You can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and Main Restaurant serves lunch. A poolside bar and a seasonal outdoor pool are offered, and apartments get the details right with private pools and premium bedding.

Languages

English, French, Greek
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Property size

    • 31 apartments
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
    • Free ferry terminal shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Sunloungers
  • Umbrellas
  • Massages
  • Spa services
  • Swedish massages
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Sports massages
  • Reflexology
  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Body scrubs

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • On-site car hire

Family friendly

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool

Restaurants on site

  • Main Restaurant

Food and drink

  • Fridge (mini)
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Free self-service breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Room service available

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Rainfall shower head
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided
  • Bathrobes
  • Hairdryer
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Library

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable service
  • TV in a common area

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout curtains
  • Safe at front desk
  • Communal living room

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bike hire on site
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Safari tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 31 rooms
  • 3 floors
  • 1 building
  • Built in 2005
  • Individually decorated
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Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Dining

Main Restaurant – This restaurant serves lunch and light fare.
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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 to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 October and 24 April.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Property Registration Number 1039K031A0004401

Also known as

Socrates Hotel Malia
Socrates Hotel
Socrates Malia
Socrates Hotel Malia, Crete
Socrates Hotel Crete
Socrates Hotel Aparthotel
Socrates Hotel Hersonissos
Socrates Hotel Aparthotel Hersonissos

Frequently asked questions

Is Socrates Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between 21 October and 24 April.

Does Socrates Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Socrates Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Socrates Hotel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Socrates Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Socrates Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Socrates Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Socrates Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Socrates Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and fishing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives and safari tours. Enjoy amenities such as private pools, spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Socrates Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Main Restaurant.

Does Socrates Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a private pool and a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Socrates Hotel like?

Socrates Hotel is located a short 15-minute walk from Malia Beach.

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Staff & service

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