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Entrance of a lit hotel with palm trees and inviting design at dusk
Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, and garden view.
Green garden with palm trees and pink buildings in the background under a blue sky.
Evening terrace with wooden chairs and covered walkway, surrounded by plants.
Modern hotel bar with cozy seating and stylish lighting in the evening.
Green garden with palm trees and winding path on a sunny day
Buffet with various foods, stone wall background, and glasses of orange juice.
Buffet with a variety of breakfast items set against a stone wall in a cozy dining area.
Green hotel garden area with palm trees under a blue sky.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden wall, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Modern hotel bar with stools, illuminated shelves, and tropical decor
Open-air seating area of a stylish restaurant with cozy chairs and a bar in the evening.
Illuminated garden with palm trees in front of a house at dusk.
Open hotel dining area with wooden furniture overlooking pool at night
Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, and walk-in shower with glass partition.
Modern hotel room with large bed, wood paneling, and workspace with mirror.
Close-up of a hotel room nightstand with plant, cozy bed, and reading light.
Modern bedroom with large bed, red headboard, and wooden wall panels.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, towels, and glass-enclosed shower.
Cozy bedroom with double bed, access to terrace with chairs and garden view.
Buffet with hot dishes in stainless steel containers in a hotel or restaurant setting
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Malia

Villa Sonia ***

HER573
WLAN
Air conditioning
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Location

Surrounded by a tropical palm garden, in a quiet yet central location, separated from one of Crete's most beautiful sandy beaches only by a street (approx. 250 m away), lies the small, charming Hotel Villa Sonia.
Shops, entertainment venues, bars, and restaurants are in the immediate vicinity and within walking distance. The center of Stalis is about 1.5 km away, and the vibrant heart of Malia with its renowned nightlife is approximately 2.5 km away. Heraklion Airport is about 30 km away.
Furthermore, the central location of Villa Sonia allows you to easily explore the surroundings. Use Villa Sonia as your base and discover the attractive beaches, charming villages, and breathtaking landscapes of the island of Crete.

Facilities

The charming, small boutique-style hotel is a schauinsland-reisen original, one of Malia's best-kept secrets, and the perfect expression of traditional island hospitality. The 18 modern guest rooms at Villa Sonia, spread across two buildings connected by a tropical palm garden, feature a reception area with free Wi-Fi and a satellite TV lounge, as well as the "Edelweiss" café-cocktail bar. A lovingly prepared continental breakfast is served each morning on the shaded terrace of the cafeteria, which is open all day. In the evening, Edelweiss Cafe becomes a relaxing lounge area where you can enjoy your drink or cocktail in a romantic atmosphere with carefully selected background music.
The swimming pool of the neighboring hotel (approx. 150 m away) can be used. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available for a fee by the pool and on the beach.
Villa Sonia is the ideal accommodation for those who appreciate a friendly and welcoming atmosphere: your host Dimitris, his hospitality, and personal attention will make you feel comfortable and at home immediately.
Modern hotel bar with stools, illuminated shelves, and tropical decor
Open hotel dining area with wooden furniture overlooking pool at night

Accommodation

Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, and garden view.
Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, and walk-in shower with glass partition.

Double Room

The bright and cheerfully designed Double Rooms (D) are equipped with a double bed or two single beds and feature satellite TV, a safe, free Wi-Fi, individually adjustable air conditioning, coffee/tea making facilities, a mini-fridge, a bathroom with shower/WC and hairdryer, as well as a balcony or terrace.
Also available for single occupancy (DE) upon request.

Double Room Superior

The Double Rooms Superior (DSU), partially renovated in 2023, have a more modern decor while otherwise being identically equipped to the Double Rooms.
Also available for single occupancy (DSE) upon request.

Modern hotel room with large bed, wood paneling, and workspace with mirror.
Close-up of a hotel room nightstand with plant, cozy bed, and reading light.
Modern bedroom with large bed, red headboard, and wooden wall panels.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, towels, and glass-enclosed shower.
Cozy bedroom with double bed, access to terrace with chairs and garden view.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, towels, and glass-enclosed shower.

Double Room Superior with small private garden

The Double Rooms Superior with small private garden (DAS) are identically equipped to the Double Rooms Superior and additionally feature a small private garden.

Meals

Breakfast

Rich continental breakfast buffet from 8 AM to 10 AM at the "Edelweiss" cafe.

Buffet with hot dishes in stainless steel containers in a hotel or restaurant setting

Sports for a fee

Water sports on the beach offered by local providers (for a fee).

Children's program

Baby cot available upon request, free of charge based on availability.

Hotel service

Room cleaning 6 times a week, towel change 3 times a week, and bed linen change once a week.
Free Wi-Fi available in public areas and rooms.

Credit card

The hotel accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Diners Club.

Hotel features

  • Close to the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Central location
  • Enhanced hygiene concept
  • schauinsland-reisen original
  • Hotel safe

Notice

Check-in: from 3 PM on arrival day.
Check-out: by 11 AM on departure day.
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Pets are not allowed.
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The hotel is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
Hotel Contact:
Villa Sonia
Nik. Grammatikaki Str.
Malia/Crete/Greece
Phone: 0030 28970 32221
Fax: 0030 28970 32221
Email: villasoniamalia@gmail.com

Notice for climate resilience contribution

For stays from January 1, 2018 onwards, the Greek government levies a climate resilience contribution, which is to be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and ranges from 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day and room starting from January 1, 2025.
For stays during high season (April 1 - October 31):
National Category 1-2 Stars: 2 Euros
National Category 3 Stars: 5 Euros
National Category 4 Stars: 10 Euros
National Category 5 Stars: 15 Euros
For stays during low season (November 1 - March 31):
National Category 1-2 Stars: 0.50 Euros
National Category 3 Stars: 1.50 Euros
National Category 4 Stars: 3 Euros
National Category 5 Stars: 4 Euros

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3 Sterne
Last updated: 21.02.2026 04:30