Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Matala

Matala Bay ***
Tour operator category

HER084
WLAN
Family
Air conditioning
Map

Location

The popular hotel is located on the outskirts of Matala, only approx. 300 m from the fine pebble bay. The location in Matala is ideal for historical excursions and exploring famous archaeological sites such as the Palace of Phaistos. The distance to Heraklion Airport is approx. 55 km.
White hotel building with balconies and palm trees in a sunny setting.
Illuminated hotel pool at night with modern apartments in the background.
View of a coastal hotel in a rocky valley overlooking the blue sea.

Facilities

Modern hotel lobby reception with wooden desk and red background
Modern lounge area with tables, chairs, large windows, and terrace
A buffet with pastries and cereals in a bright, modern breakfast room.
Modern waiting room with white walls, multiple seating areas, and light flooring.
Modern hotel bar area with blue bar stools and glass doors leading to terrace.
Outdoor pool with lounge chairs and trees against a hilly background
Woman in sun hat drinks cocktail by hotel pool with mountain view
The hotel comprises 80 rooms spread across a main and an annex building. The main building houses the reception (24h) with a lobby, library, elevator, lounge, bar, and restaurant, as well as Wi-Fi (included). The garden features a freshwater swimming pool, pool bar/snack bar, and children's playground. The annex building contains the family rooms and double rooms. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included by the pools and available for a fee at the beach through local providers.

Accommodation

Double Room Plus

The renovated rooms feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, individually adjustable air conditioning, Wi-Fi (included), safe (included), satellite TV, coffee/tea making facilities, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace (D). Also available as a single room (DE). Also bookable as type A (DA).

Modern hotel room with double bed, air conditioning, and balcony overlooking rocky landscape.
Modern hotel room with double bed, air conditioning, and balcony overlooking rocky landscape.
Modern hotel room with double bed, nightstands, desk, and balcony with mountain view.
A simple hotel room with TV, desk, and balcony overlooking the mountains.
Modern bathroom with large mirror, sink, and shower on the right

Triple Room Superior

These rooms have the same amenities as the double rooms but are more spacious (TDS).

Family Room Superior

These rooms have the same amenities as the superior double rooms but are more spacious and offer an additional sleeping option (F2U).

Cozy hotel room with double bed, nightstand, stool, and terrace with mountain view.
Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, desk, and wall-mounted TV.
Bright hotel room with double bed, terrace, and mountain view.
Modern hotel room workspace with desk, chair, TV, and small kitchenette cabinet.
Bright hotel room with two single beds featuring red bedding next to a window and seating area.
Modern bedroom with double bed, striped bedding, and wooden panel wall with lighting.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, window, and decorative swan-shaped towels.
View into a hotel room with flat-screen TV and bed in the background.

Superior Suite 2 Bedrooms

These rooms have the same amenities as the Double Rooms Plus and consist of two separate bedrooms (2ZS).

Meals

Half Board

Breakfast and dinner buffet.

Bright modern hotel dining area with buffet and seating areas with plants

Sports included

Table tennis.

Sports for a fee

Water sports with diving center (local provider).

Children's program

Children's playground, baby cot (on request, included), children's pool, and high chairs (on request).

Wellness

Massages, body and facial treatments, physiotherapy (each on request and for a fee).

Entertainment

Air-conditioned bridge room, evening entertainment with karaoke, bingo, disco, and Greek night.

Hotel service

Cleaning 6 times, towel change 3 times, bed linen change 3 times per week.
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Wi-Fi is included in the lobby area, by the pools, and in the rooms.
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Games room with video games (for a fee).

Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

Hotel features

  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Children's playground
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Near the beach
  • Family friendly
  • Extended hygiene concept

Hotelhinweis

Not suitable for wheelchair users.
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No pets allowed.
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Zusatzhinweis

Hotel Contact:
Matala Bay
Phone: 0030/28920-45300
Email: info@matalabay.gr
In the catalog "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2026 on page 121.

Note on climate resilience levy

For stays from 01/01/2018, the Greek government imposes a climate resilience levy, payable locally by the guest, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and, from 01/01/2025, will be tiered from 0.50 Euro to 15 Euros per day per room.
For stays in high season 1/4 - 31/10
Country category 1-2 stars 2 Euros
Country category 3 stars 5 Euros
Country category 4 stars 10 Euros
Country category 5 stars 15 Euros
For stays in low season 1/11 - 31/3
Country category 1-2 stars 0.50 Euros
Country category 3 stars 1.50 Euros
Country category 4 stars 3 Euros
Country category 5 stars 4 Euros

Tour operator category

3 Suns ***

Country category

3 Sterne
Last updated: 23.04.2026 14:53