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Matala Tombs, Γόρτυνας - Λιμένα Ματάλων, 702 00 Tybakio Municipal Unit, Greece- Fee
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Picturesque Location in Matala, Crete
Garden Oasis and Sun Terrace
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Matala Bay Apartments with our lush garden and relaxing sun terrace. Perfect spots to unwind after a day of exploration.
Modern Amenities and Comfort
Our air-conditioned apartments offer stunning mountain views from private terraces. Enjoy entertainment with a flat-screen TV, and convenience with a fully equipped kitchen and cozy seating area.
Nearby Attractions and Convenience
Explore the ancient ruins of Festos just 15 km away, or head to the beach and vibrant center of Matala within 800 meters. With free WiFi and a range of dining options nearby, your stay with us will be unforgettable.
Book now for an unforgettable stay at Matala Bay Apartments in beautiful Crete.
Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
4 adults · 4 children
Beds
Sofa bed (Variable Size), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide), Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
90 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
4 adults · 4 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size), Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
90 sqm
In-room amenities
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Belle piscine et personnel agréable et réactif Petit déjeuner copieux
Literie très ferme et inconfortable Manque d’équipement pour cuisiner Des odeurs d’égout que la terrasse du jacuzzi
Fijn appartement!, goede locatie maar die kende we al na meerdere bezoeken aan Matala. Alles aanwezig voor een prima verblijf. Dus zeker aanrader! ook al hadden we liever het app. met zwembad gehad ;)
Er viel niets tegen, echter wel paar dingetjes die even aandacht verdienen. Stopcontact badkamer zat los, douchekraan moet even nagekenen worden en het voordeurslot ook. En geen stopcontacten en lampjes in een van de slaapkamers, super onhandig. Bedden zijn alleen echt loeiii hard, voor mij was dit echt funest voor mijn lijf. Lakens waren bij aankomst niet schoon en die hebben we even zelf opnieuw gewassen. Verder echt alles prima!
The apartment was spacious and fully equipped with everything we needed. The beds were comfortable. The private pool was the highlight of the accommodation and the outdoor area was great to relax! Last but no least, the staff members were so helpful and polite and they made our stay even better.
La piscina privata sulla terrazza
Bisognava prendere la macchina per raggiungere il centro di Matala e per fare la colazione nell’albergo che gestisce la struttura
Apartment is van alle gemakken voorzien, tuin is prachtig, zwembad fantastisch. Ook met kleine kinderen is het heerlijk vertoeven. Ontbijt is prima. Personeel is ontzettend vriendelijk. We komen zeker terug!
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La piscine privée, la proximité de Matala
Les repas. Peu de choix . Viennoiseries industrielles réchauffées
Notre villa était superbe , on a adoré la vue , le calme , le design de la piscine, les équipements, très bon petit déjeuner
Rien juste personnel un peu froid au moment du Check in car malentendu et sur le départ aussi on avait jusqu’à midi pour partir et la femme de ménage était là à 11 h surtout qu’on était arrivé que le soir le premier jour
Sehr schöne Wohnung mit sehr komfortablen Pool. Zwei Badezimmer sind vorhanden. Gute Küche mit Sitzgelegenheit für 4 Personen. Ruhige Lage. Ein Parkplatz für ein Auto ist vorhanden. Alles ist sehr gepflegt. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und kommen wieder.
Es fehlte ein Schneidebrett und ein scharfes Messer. Ansonsten war alles vorhanden.
La modernité et la qualité des équipements de l'appartement. La piscine et ses extérieurs.
La literie. L'insonorisation avec les autres logements.
The apartment was very spacious and ideal for longer stays. Very well equipped kitchen and the washing machine was an added bonus. Although the apartment is further out of the village, the option of parking in the hotel while going to the beach and music festival was great. Breakfast in the hotel was excellent with great variety and made the price very
Het gevoel echt op vakantie te zijn mede door de gastvrijheid van het personeel en de lokale bevolking.
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The location was good: quiet but close to Matalla Bay. The appt was on first floor:very large and comfortable.
The jacuzzi was not heated so not really a jacuzzi. The other appts had a private swimming pool which looked much nicer. This was not sp clear when booking the room. There were ants somewhere in the appt. For the included breakfast you have to go to the hotel which is not far but we had to take the car.
Résidence moderne et propre, le jaccuzi est un plus, pas de vis à vis.
Literie très ferme et inconfortable. 2 appartements également en location en dessous et possibilité de bruits de chaise et du quotidien. Un peu loin du centre à pied et un peu loin pour le petit déjeuner.
I numerosi balconi I’m ogni stanza, il panorama dall’appartamento, gli ampi spazi e la ottima colazione
I punti luce sono studiati male e in particolare non c’è luce in una delle camere da letto
Alle porte di Matala (se siete in vena potete raggiungerla a piedi, se siete stanchi prendete l'auto), l'appartamento in cui siamo state è un distaccamento dell'albergo, poco lontano, che lo gestisce e ne garantisce i servizi. Ampio, luminoso, accessoriato di tutto, è dunque un compendio di casa e hotel dove, volendo, si può restare a lungo usufruendo di tutte le comodità, dal parcheggio alla ricca colazione alla reception 24h. Per una sola notte è persino uno spreco, ma ci è stato funzionale.
Come in ogni albergo del genere, l'impersonalità rende il soggiorno alquanto "freddo", ma non lo si può nemmeno considerare un difetto.
... auf Kreta, in Matala, im Matala Bay im Style Apartment. Das Apartment (ebenerdig) war sehr groß, war ganz gut ausgestattet und ruhig, von den anderen Bewohnern oben drüber bzw unten drunter, war nichts zu hören. Der Privatpool und die Terrasse sind einfach traumhaft. Der Pool wurde täglich gereinigt 🏊♂️ Die Lage fanden wir persönlich auch super, bisschen weg vom Trubel. Ja, es ist ein kleiner Weg zum Frühstück und Strand, wenn man gerne läuft oder auch einen Mietwagen hat, ist dies gar kein Problem 😉 Das Personal war immer freundlich und hat jeden Wunsch erfüllt, ob eine weitere Decke, einen Topper fürs Bett (die Matratzen sind sehr, sehr hart, sagen auch Menschen die gerne hart liegen) oder Ameisenmittel für die Terrasse 👌 Das Frühstück war frisch und lecker, es gibt verschiedene Auswahl 😋
Vorweg möchten wir sagen, wir (inkl. Eltern) haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt 😍 Die Terrasse hat keine Beschattung am Nachmittag. Der Schatten vom kleinen Sonnenschirm bei den Poolliegen reicht kaum für 2 Liegen und liegt am Nachmittag so, dass man nicht drunter liegen kann. Wenn die Sonne am Nachmittag auf den Beton knallt, brütet man dort 🥵 Wir haben das Zelt von unserem Strandsonnenzelt gespannt, was gut funktioniert hat und so war es auch nachmittags gemütlich am Pool 😎 Die tägliche Abwechslung beim Frühstück hätte mehr sein können. Die Koch-Ausstattung in der Küche war vorhanden, aber recht gering. Es war schon herausfordernd für 4 Personen zu kochen (Frühstücken war weniger das Problem). Aber es hat funktioniert 😉 Alle Türen klemmen ein wenig und können kaum leise geschlossen werden 🤫
Fijne grote accommodatie met eigen zwembad. 2 x badkamer , mooie prijs
Kleine badkamer heeft vernieuwing /aanpassing nodig , douchekop etc. Gordijnen/ vitrage kamer nakijken
Very friendly service, good breakfasts. Spacial apartment.
We booked an apartment with breakfast. We didn't receive any information on how to get there. It turned out that there was only a brief description somewhere in the details. We had to pick up the keys at a hotel 700 meters away. Breakfast was also served there, so we had to go there every morning. The apartment was rather out of the way, on an uphill road, so we could hear cars. Cleanliness was average. Some things were worn out, e.g., the toilet seat. The decor was ascetic.
Der private Pool war herrlich und die Sitzgruppe immer schon im Schatten. Super waren die zwei Bäder. Für eine vierköpfige Familie mit schon großen Kindern ist das sehr hilfreich. Die Crew war jederzeit sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Sehr angenehm!
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Tutto perfetto
Qualcuno è entrato nel cortile rubando un orologio ed un anello
Großer Pool, richtig schön für Familien mit großem Aussenbereich, der Innenbereich ist auch sehr großzügig!
Der Innenbereich ist ein wenig in die Jahre gekommen aber das Gesamtpaket passt
The apartment is very spacious and comfortable for four people, making it a great option for groups or families.
The pictures are a bit misleading. It should be clearly stated that the top-floor apartment does not have direct access to the pool, except for the one located at the hotel a few hundred meters away, which requires a car to reach. Additionally, it would be important to mention that breakfast and dinner, although included in the booking, are served at the hotel as well, so the same short drive is necessary.
10/10 amazing place exceptional breakfast!
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Beacoup de place dans la maison. 2 salles de bain et toilettes. La piscine magnifique et ouverte 24/24
2eme salle de bain un peu vétusté. Obliger de prendre la voiture pour le petit déj, il faut le savoir mais ce n est Pas bien grave
Nous avons été surclassé car l'appartement que nous avions réservé n'était pas disponible. Nous avons eu le droit a une magnifique villa !
Ottima struttura
La colazione è servita in hotel distante quasi un chilometro.
Très bien, juste éloigné de l’hôtel (10 min de marche pour aller au petit déjeuner)
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Everything. Attitude, communication, problem after problem in 2 bedroom apartment. One thing after another. We just left. It was destroying our time in Matala. Found another space.
Facilities and an amazing super clean pool. Close to Matala bay but far enough to be quiet. Nice beds and showers.
The 2nd bedroom did not have an air conditioner just a fan. Plumming was a bit old but worked fine.
Clean, well stocked apartment. Plenty of room for another couch in the living room though. We liked the quieter location and the pool area was fab. Great breakfast at the main hotel.
New apartment, away from the center of Matala Beach. Easy to access and park. Spacious and clean. Quiet.
Bed mattress quite hard.
Spacious, modern and clean with good air conditioning. Good breakfast at the hotel a drive down the road. Staff very accommodating and friendly.
From the pictures and description it seemed we would have access to a pool onsite but we needed to travel about 800m by car to use the pool at the Matala Bay hotel (it is a nice pool) We know breakfast was at the hotel. The furniture is very cheap and the beds quite uncomfortable as they are rock hard and feel of the springs is obvious.
The apartments are way off from the location stated on the site. Poorly renovated, damaged appliaces, only one bath (site says 2) no washing machine, dangerous starrs in the night.. Awful beds..
Very nice apartment. Minimal furnishings but clean and comfortable. Lots of parking. Breakfast is very good. Be sure to check in at the Matala Bay Hotel before you go to the apartment.
Clean and convenient. Good value.
It was not what we booked or expected. Less beds than stated on the reservation.
Breakfast was exceptional. Place was very clean. Shower pressure fantastic. Apartment had all the amenities and was very quiet. I will definitely stay here again if ever back In Matala!
The apartment was very spacious with two large bedrooms and two bathrooms with showers. Otherwise pretty basic. Not very close to the Matala beach or the Matala bay hotel which is where the pool shown in the pictures is located and where breakfast is served. It's more than 10 minutes walk, which is not convenient, especially during hot summer days. The main issue we had with the hotel is the behavior of the reception stuff (likely the owners). We arrived late at night after a long trip. We asked them to confirm another booking in the same property that we made for a couple of friends for the following day. They said that they don't see any booking, even though I showed them the confirmation with Expedia and told them that I have already paid for the 2nd booking. They said it's an issue with Expedia and that they could offer us a room at the hotel (instead of the apartments). We agreed on that and even double checked that the room is available around midnight. They reassured us that the room is available and suggested that we meet the next morning to get the keys. To our disappointment, the next morning, a different person at the reception said that there was a last minute booking of the room we were supposed to take and that he can't do anything about it!!! That's the most unprofessional behavior I have ever experienced in my life. Pretty sure that it's their standard practise to mishandle bookings.
Nice breakfast, no problems with getting and returning keys, problem with broken chair has been fixed the same day. Good contact with the staff.
Wifi didn't work as expected, we reported it to the staff, but was not fixed.
Really great apartment, clean and lots of space. Quiet area, nice to sit outside on the terrace in the evening and listen to the crickets. Very good breakfast included at the nearby hotel. Is 10-15 minutes walk from the beach, but on the other hand, you live in a very quiet neighbourhood and has lots of space. The beach is nice with ok snorkelling along the cliffs to the right. Sitting at the beach at sunset is a must. A rental car is highly recommended if you live here, as Matala is a bit remote. You should also make nice short roadtrips to nearby villages in the beautiful mountains, and enjoy some local food there!
It would have been great had there been a microwave oven in the kitchen. Also, of course, the beach is a kilometer away, but that is a tradeoff you make.
Everything was perfect! Amazing place and stuff! We will be back.
I can’t rate Matala Bay Aparts (the one we booked), because they asked us to stay in the hotel for one night. And than they gave us double room for 4 PAX. Our stay was okay, it was with breakfast and outdoor pool in the garden.
The night was not so nice, because of the earthquake. But it’s not the hotel’s problem.
Appreciated the manager’s help when checking in. All staff very helpful. Short walk to the caves and loved this beautiful little town.
easy collection of keys at the sister property, spacious rooms, parking lot
Spacious apartment, clean, well equipped
We booked an enormous 2 br suite for 2 people by accident. It had everything you need and very clean.
The apartments are only a 10 minute walk from Matala Beach. The 2 bedroom apartment was clean neat with comfortable facilities. Checkin /out is easy via the Matala Bay Hotel. The location is great. Easy access to all of Matala's wonderful shops and restaurants and quiet for sleeping. There is free parking for your car right at the apartment. Give the great Crete weather, the balcony with table and chairs made a great place for breakfast and evening relaxing. You also hve access to the hotel facilities as part of your stay. I would recommend this if you prefer an apartment to a hotel stay.
Appartement pour 4 personnes, toutes commodités, avec 2 chambres 2 salles de bain, salon - salle à manger et cuisine, terrasse et jardin. Il se trouve à quelques minutes en voiture de l’hôtel et au calme. Personnel au top. Piscine de l’hôtel superbe. Petit déjeuner et dîner varié.
Accueil assez déplorable après près de 3 h de voiture, arrivé au Matala bay hôtel et appartement, on nous explique que les appartements ne sont pas sur place et qu’il faut reprendre la voiture. C’est en fait à 800m ou 10/12 min de marche sous le soleil grecque. Donc bilan au petit dej ou pour allez à la piscine c’est voiture ou rando. Pas pratique pour une famille, il faut être « raccord » niveau timing car en plus on ne vous donne qu’une clé pour l’appartement…Et la double peine c’est que la mer est bien à 10 mn de marche de l’hôtel mais du coup à 20 mn des appartements. L’appartement est bien, lit double extra ferme très dur (trop pour nous qui aimons portant les lit fermes). Les services de l’hôtel, piscine vraiment top, petit déjeuner correct mais pas extraordinaire, table en intérieur ou extérieur c’est assez sympa, parasol de plage ce n’est pas sur la plage mais l’hôtel vous prête un parasol à la réception et on peut se garer à l’hôtel ou dans la rue encore faut il qu’il y est de la place, tout est un question de chance!! . Donc voilà on y a passé 4 jours le bilan global est plutôt bon hormis la surprise de l’éloignement relatif des appartements, on l’a fait ça s’est bien passé, le Matala bay hôtel est un beau petit complexe et nulle doute que le personnel fait son maximum pour le bien être des clients.Je regrette juste le manque de clarté dans la descriptif pour pouvoir faire le choix en connaissance de cause et l’accueil un peu rustre le premier jour.
Angebehme Lage ubd Ausstattung.
The apartment was spacious and well fitted out. A convenient 15 min walk to the beach, shops and restaurants. The staff was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
BEL HÔTEL BIEN SITUÉ
Good clean place close to downtown and the beach. Breakfast was good and the hotel was comfortable. There is parking at the hotel which is very convenient.
Amazing place both the hotel and the town! Staff were extremely friendly and helpful!
Appartement moderne, 5 balcons, matelas confortables. A 15 minutes à pieds de la plage de Matala. Seul point négatif : les chiens dans le quartier qui ont aboyés pendant 1/2 heure tard le soir. Parce que sinon quartier très calme. Un bruit de fond stable comme un ventilateur bruyant pourrait palier à ce problème.
Wir hatten ein 4 Betten -Appartement in einem Haus gegenüber des eigentlichen Hotels. Sehr ruhige Lage. Etwas hellhörig im Haus. Aber zu unserer Reisezeit wenig bewohnt. Es waren 2 Zimmer, zweckmäßig eingerichtet - schon etwas abgewohnt, aber zufriedenstellend sauber. Kochnische sehr klein und spärlich ausgestattet. Der Preis über Expedia für diese eine Nacht war super. Wir konnten den kompletten Service des Hotels nutzen.
Et spennende område med vakker natur. Tydelige tegn på finanskrise. Spesielt område med rester fra peace and love kulturen. Var der 4 netter. Vil fremheve Red Beach, en fin, liten og fredelig sandstrand. Valgfritt badeantrekk. En liten bar med musikk fra en liten høytaler.
BEAUTIFUL ,VARY SPACIOUS CONTEMPORY APARTMENTS,20 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH AND MATALA .HOTEL STAFF VERY HELPFUL.AND ABLE TO USE HOTEL POOL 10 MINUTES WALK AWAY. ONLY DOWNSIDE WAS THAT WE STAYED FOR 3 DAYS AND APARTMENTS WERE NOT CLEANED AND NO CLEAN TOWELS SUPPLIED DURING THAT TIME.
Arrived very late. Could not find accommodation. Were very helpful.
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Cleanliness
8.8/10Generally reported as modern and well maintained ('résidence moderne et propre', 'Alles est très gepflegt'), but a few mentions of ants in the apartment reduce the score slightly.
Service
8.4/10Mixed reports: warm local hospitality and helpful staff noted, but some negative experiences at check-in/check-out and an early housekeeping visit lowered the perception.
Location
9/10Consistently praised as quiet and close to Matala Bay with convenient parking; some guests found it a bit far to walk to the center or to reach the hotel breakfast on foot.
Room Quality
8/10Spacious and well equipped (good kitchen, two bathrooms), but issues reported with very firm/uncomfortable bedding, limited kitchen utensils (no sharp knife/cutting board), and some noise/soundproofing problems.
Amenities
8.9/10Strong on amenities: private pools, pool design, jacuzzi, washing machine, parking and well-equipped kitchens. Some negatives (e.g., jacuzzi not heated for some units, misleading expectations) slightly reduce the score.
Value for Money
8.6/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.5/10Mixed feedback: hotel breakfast is praised as excellent with good variety, but overall meal options were criticized (limited choices, reheated industrial pastries), which lowers the rating.
Overall Experience
9.6/10Most guests describe a very positive stay ('magnifique séjour', 'we enjoyed and will come back') thanks to the villa/apartment, pools, views and quiet location, despite a few service and food-related issues.
Relax among lush gardens and a sun terrace with mountain views—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
Two-bedroom layouts offer a comfortable stay with modern amenities and private spaces for up to 5 guests.
Complimentary parking and a convenient location near Matala Bay add ease to your Crete getaway.