Aeolos Beach Resort, Malia (Crete)

Aeolos Beach Resort - A beachfront 3-star hotel with water sports, outdoor pools, and Cretan dining

Aeolos Beach Resort sits on a beachfront location in Malia, offering direct access to water sports like jet skiing, parasailing, and wakeboarding. The 3-star property features traditionally furnished rooms with balconies or terraces, providing views of the Malia beach coast or mountains. Guests can dine at the buffet restaurant, serving Cretan and European cuisine, or relax at the beach bar with cocktails and snacks. The resort includes a seaside pool with a swim-up bar, a children’s pool with slides, and a gym with rowing machines and treadmills. Located 32 km from Heraklion Airport, the hotel is 500m from Malia’s city center and 1 km from the nearest bus stop.

Pros

The beachfront location provides direct access to water sports and outdoor pools.

Rooms feature balconies or terraces with sea or mountain views.

The buffet restaurant serves Cretan and European dishes with sea views.

A children’s pool with slides and inflatables caters to families.

Proximity to Malia’s nightlife and archaeological sites like the Minoan Palace (3 km away).

Cons

The lively nightlife district nearby may not suit guests seeking complete tranquility.

Some water sports activities require additional fees.