Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Malia

Ikaros Beach Resort & Spa *****
Tour operator category

HER272
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Location

The Ikaros Beach Resort is an adults-only property and can be booked for guests aged 16 and over. The resort is beautifully situated on a rocky outcrop, directly on a fine sandy beach. The town center of Malia is reachable in approx. 10 minutes on foot. Shopping facilities as well as some tavernas are located in the immediate vicinity.
To the east lies the town of Agios Nikolaos at a distance of approx. 30 km, and to the west the capital of Crete, Heraklion, at a distance of approx. 35 km. A bus stop is within walking distance. Heraklion airport is located at a distance of approx. 33 km.
Aerial view of a sandy beach with rows of umbrellas and lounge chairs.
View of a coastal town with hotels and mountains in the background.
Beach with several white umbrellas and lounge chairs in front of calm blue sea.
Coastal town with hotels, houses, and mountains in the background on a clear day.

Amenities

A pathway leads through palm trees and green plants to a blue hotel building.
A stone archway with blooming pink flowers and green foliage in a sunny garden.
Covered terrace with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.
Lit stone house and pathway at hotel at night with palm trees.
A white swing frame with plants and sea view in the hotel garden.
A man walks on a paved path with palm trees and a sea view in the background.
Cozy hotel terrace with seating and lighting at dusk.
Modern pool area with loungers, palm trees, and sea view under a clear blue sky.
Bright restaurant with wooden furniture and large windows, suitable for hotel guests.
Outdoor restaurant by the sea with several tables covered in white cloths and a water view.
Designed in the style of a Cretan village, the hotel complex features a main building and one- or two-story bungalows made of natural stone, offering a harmonious environment for a relaxing holiday, and consists of a total of 271 modernly furnished rooms. Amenities include an indoor and outdoor theater, a restaurant, four à la carte restaurants, a bar, the "Ammos" Beach Restaurant, a mini-market, an internet corner, and an indoor pool.
The spacious and beautifully landscaped gardens feature two freshwater pools as well as sun terraces and sunbathing lawns. Sun loungers and parasols are available free of charge by the pool and on the beach; beach towels are available for a deposit. Additionally, there is a mini-market, a jewelry store, a souvenir shop, and a boutique within the complex. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the entire hotel complex.

Accommodation

Bungalow Garden View

The rooms are located in the bungalow buildings, modernly and comfortably furnished with a shower or bath/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD satellite TV with music channel, safe, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace (2DB) with garden view.
Alternatively available with sea view (B2M/B2I) for an extra charge.

Modern hotel room with large bed, wooden paneling, and glass door to bathroom.
Bright hotel room with double bed, floral bench, and balcony view of palm trees.
Modern pool with lounge chairs and palm trees at hotel with sea view.

Bungalow Sea View Sharing Pool

Equipped with the same amenities as the Bungalow Garden View, these feature direct access to an exclusive sharing pool and sea view (BH2).
The sharing pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.

Bungalow Private Pool (bookable from Summer 2027)

Equipped with the same amenities as the Bungalow Garden View, these feature a private pool (2PX).
The private pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.

Bungalow Private Pool Partial Sea View (bookable until Summer 2026)

Equipped with the same amenities as the Bungalow Garden View, these feature partial sea view and a private pool (2BS).
The private pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.

Modern hotel room with double bed, bathroom area, and seating by the window.
Pool with lounge chairs and umbrella, surrounded by stone wall and palm trees.
Several private pools with white loungers and stone terraces at a hotel beach.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden panel wall, bedside table, and balcony seating.
Bright hotel room with double bed, wooden headboard, and modern bathroom in the background.

Double Room

The double rooms are located in the main building, modernly and comfortably furnished with a shower or bath/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD satellite TV with music channel, safe, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace (D/DB).
Alternatively available as a double room for single use (DE) or with sea view (DM/MBB) for an extra charge.

Double Room Superior

Equipped with the same amenities as the double rooms, these additionally feature a cozy seating area, are also located in the main building, and are significantly larger (DSU).

Bright hotel room with a large bed, mirror, TV, and modern decor.
Modern hotel room with large bed, desk, and view of a terrace.
Modern hotel room with large bed, flat-screen TV, and elegant desk.
Modern bathroom with two round mirrors and double sinks on wooden vanity.
Brightly furnished hotel room with large bed and view of garden and pool.

Double Room Superior Sea View

Equipped with the same amenities as the double rooms, these additionally feature a separate bedroom (with connecting door) with sea view, are located in the annex building, and are significantly larger (DMU).

Bungalow Deluxe Garden View

The Deluxe Bungalows are located in the bungalow buildings, modernly and comfortably furnished with a shower or bath/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD satellite TV with music channel, safe, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace. Compared to the bungalow buildings, these are significantly more spacious and additionally feature a seating area (2BD).
Alternatively available with sea view (2BM) for an extra charge.

Modern hotel room with bed, desk, round mirror, and coffee machine.
Modern hotel room with large bed, bench, and open bathroom area.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and bright, elegant interior.
Modern hotel room with bed, desk, round mirror, and coffee machine.

Deluxe Bungalow Private Pool

Equipped with the same amenities as the Bungalow Deluxe, these feature a private pool (L2P).
The private pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.

Bungalow Outdoor Whirlpool

These elegant bungalows are modernly and comfortably equipped with a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD satellite TV with music channel, minibar, coffee/tea maker, espresso machine, and a safe. They also feature a spacious terrace or balcony with garden view and private loungers, beach towels, and an outdoor whirlpool (2CW).
When booking this room category, both breakfast and dinner can be taken exclusively in the à la carte restaurant "Ayeri".

Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, and sofa in modern design.
Two relaxed people sitting on a terrace with stone walls and wooden roof, surrounded by green nature.
Modern hotel room with two beds, seating area, and sea view through large windows.
Modern hotel terrace with wooden chairs, table, and pool beside a natural stone wall and palm trees.

Junior Suite Seafront Private Pool

The Junior Suites are located in the first row to the beach, modernly and comfortably furnished with shower/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD satellite TV with music channel, safe, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace. Compared to the bungalow buildings, these feature a living/bedroom and a private pool (2CF).
When booking this room category, both breakfast and dinner can be taken exclusively in the à la carte restaurant "Ayeri".
The private pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.

Suite Sea View

The suites are equipped with a shower or bath/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD satellite TV with music channel, safe, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace. The premises are divided into a bedroom and a living/sleeping area separated by a door, with a sea view (S2M).
When booking this room category, both breakfast and dinner can be taken exclusively in the à la carte restaurant "Ayeri".

Modern hotel room with sea view, sofa, TV, and small table with fruit bowl.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and sea view through large window.
Modern living area with sofa, armchair, glass table, and view of pool and terrace.
Modern hotel pool beside a terrace with chairs and warmly lit interior.

Suite Private Pool Sea View

Equipped with the same amenities as the Suite Sea View, these feature a private pool (X2Y).
When booking this room category, both breakfast and dinner can be taken exclusively in the à la carte restaurant "Ayeri".
The private pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.

Suite Seafront Private Pool

With the same amenities as the Suite Private Pool Sea View, these rooms are located directly by the sea (Q2Q).
When booking this room category, both breakfast and dinner can be taken exclusively in the à la carte restaurant "Ayeri".
The private pool is not monitored by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.

Modern hotel pool area with sun loungers, stone walls, and palm trees in the background.
Modern outdoor pool with stone walls and sun loungers at sunset.
Modern hotel room with double bed, TV, and view of terrace and sea.

Meals

Half board/Full board

Breakfast (7:30–10:30 a.m.) is served as a buffet in the main restaurant "Olive".
Late continental breakfast (10:30–11 a.m.) in the main restaurant "Olive".
Dinner (6:45–9:30 p.m.) is served as a buffet in the main restaurant "Olive".
Lunch (12:30–2:30 p.m.) is served as a buffet when full board is booked. Guests with half board can take this instead of dinner.
Early riser breakfast is available on request.
A formal dress code applies for dinner in all restaurants.
Snacks in the "Ammos" Beach Restaurant from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. for an extra charge. Also, private dinners in the pavilion are available for an extra charge (reservation required).
Drinks are not included with lunch/dinner.

Bright restaurant with wooden furniture and large windows, suitable for hotel guests.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast (7:30–10:30 a.m.) as a buffet in the main restaurant "Olive"; with registration, this is also possible earlier.
Late continental breakfast (10:30–11 a.m.) in the main restaurant "Olive".
Drinks at the designated bars (10 a.m.–11:30 p.m.) include soft drinks, coffee, tea, local draft beer, house wine, as well as branded spirits and non-alcoholic drinks.
Snacks (10:30–12:30 p.m. & 3:30–5:30 p.m.) with coffee, tea, pastries, sandwiches, and salads in the "Ammos" Beach Restaurant.
Lunch (12:30–2:30 p.m.) as a buffet in the main restaurant "Olive".
Dinner (6:45–9:30 p.m.) as a buffet in the main restaurant "Olive".
One complimentary à la carte/set menu dinner is included (7–10 p.m.) per stay in one of the three à la carte restaurants ("Ammos" Beach Restaurant, "Sunset" Restaurant, or "En Lefko" Restaurant; reservation required).
Lunch and dinner include soft drinks, draft beer, and house wine.
The hotel also offers gluten-free meals.

Sports included

Bright gym with treadmills, bikes, and ellipticals against white walls.
A modern gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and strength machines on light brown wooden flooring.
Modern gym with exercise equipment and large mirrors in a hotel.
Table tennis, tennis (floodlights for a fee), bocce, darts, aerobics, aqua gymnastics, fitness room, sauna, and whirlpool.

Sports for a fee

Billiards, bicycle rental, and various water sports options on the beach provided by local operators.

Wellness

Large spa center with an extensive range of offers, sauna, steam bath, whirlpool, fitness room, as well as an indoor pool included. A well-trained team offers guests a large selection of beauty and wellness treatments (each for a fee).
Indoor pool with waterfalls and bubbling sections in a modern hotel.
Person lies relaxed with hot stones on the back in a wellness hotel.
Indoor hotel pool with blue lounge chairs and glass walls allowing natural light.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi available free of charge in the hotel area and rooms.
Parking is available free of charge.
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Room cleaning and towel changes take place daily.
Bed linen is changed 3 times per week.
Laundry service is available for a fee.
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Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners Club, and Eurocard.

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides guidance to help you make informed decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Adults-only hotel (bookable for ages 16+).
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2 rooms for people with reduced mobility can be booked on request (Bungalow Garden View/2DB).
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Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.
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Pets are not suitable.
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Check-in: 2 p.m.
Check-out: 11 a.m.

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact :
Ikaros Beach Resort & Spa
Phone : +30 28970 31268
Fax : +30289 7031341
E-mail : reservations@ikarosvillage.gr
In the "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2026 catalog on page 166.
In the "High Class" 2026 catalog on page 160.

Destination information

For stays from 01/01/2018, the Greek government charges a climate resilience fee, which must be paid by the guest locally, comparable to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of the accommodation and, as of 01/01/2025, is scaled from 0.50 Euro to 15 Euros per day and room.
For stays in high season 01/04–31/10:
Local category 1-2 stars 2 Euros
Local category 3 stars 5 Euros
Local category 4 stars 10 Euros
Local category 5 stars 15 Euros
For stays in low season 01/11–31/03:
Local category 1-2 stars 0.50 Euros
Local category 3 stars 1.50 Euros
Local category 4 stars 3 Euros
Local category 5 stars 4 Euros

Seasonal information

Also bookable under HERA56.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 19.08.2026 14:24