Melissa Apartments, Studios & Suites

In the quiet heart of Malia, Crete, just moments from the Old Town and about a 10-minute stroll to the sandy Malia Beach. Close to Stalis Beach and family attractions like Star Beach Water Park, this family-friendly apartments property sits on Kiprou street in central Malia.

A family-run set of 24 air-conditioned apartments, studios and suites with kitchenettes that include full-size refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies or patios, safes and desks, plus daily housekeeping. The mood is welcoming and relaxed — local taverns and lively beach road nightlife are right outside the door. Note: property closes seasonally from November 1 to March 31.

Take a dip in the sun-drenched outdoor pool and grab a bite at the poolside snack bar. There’s a terrace and garden to unwind in, an arcade/game room and a children’s playroom. Wheelchair access, beach access, an electric vehicle charging station and free on-site parking are available. Expect sea-breeze mornings and easy access to nearby beaches and tours.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout, a computer station and multilingual staff. Luggage storage, car hire assistance and a 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle are available for a surcharge. Free self-parking on site.

On-site restaurant, coffee shop/café and a bar/lounge plus a poolside bar and snack bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 8:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee. Plenty of nearby taverns and restaurants offer authentic local dining just steps away.