Dessole Malia Beach, Greek Islands: Reviews & Hotel Deals

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Hersonissos property with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools, aimed at LGBTQ+ guests

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Dessole Malia Beach – All Inclusive is an idyllic seaside retreat. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, unwind at the beach bar or poolside bar, and soak up the sun on loungers by two outdoor pools. The Aegeo Spa offers rejuvenating body treatments while kids can have fun with mini golf and a children's pool.

Very good

Popular amenities

Parking available
Bar
Pool
24/7 front desk
Spa
Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
On the beach
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
2 outdoor pools
Free children's club
Outdoor tennis court
Sauna
Beach umbrellas
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Children's pool

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (free)
Playground on-site

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

20 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

20 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 3 Single Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

20 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Single Room

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

18 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Similar properties

Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Pool
Free breakfast
Spa
Airport transfer

includes taxes & fees

2 June - 3 June

About the area

Dimokratias, 1, Hersonissos, Crete, 70007

What's nearby

Malia Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Palace of Malia - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Potamos Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Stalis Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Star Beach Water Park - 8 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Zoo Bar - ‬5 min walk
‪The Red Lion Malia - bar and restaurant - ‬2 min walk
‪China Town - ‬12 min walk
‪Drossia Cocktailbar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
‪Maria Rouse Hotel - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Dessole Malia Beach

At Dessole Malia Beach, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, volleyball and beachside drinks, plus you'll only be steps from Malia Beach. 2 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials and aromatherapy. Main Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this all-inclusive property include a free kid's club, a poolside bar and an outdoor tennis court.

All-inclusive

This property is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet meals, snacks and select beverages included

Number or type of beverages limited at one or more venues

Activities and facilities/equipment

All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Land activities

Miniature golf

Tennis

Volleyball

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

Languages

English, German, Greek, Italian, Russian

At a glance

Hotel size

- 278 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
- Babysitting*
- Free children's club

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- On-site parking is limited

Other information

- Designated smoking areas
- Caters to LGBTQ guests

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Beach bar
Poolside bar
Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)
Free children's club
Children's pool
Mini golf
Playground
Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

On the beach
Tennis
Beach volleyball
Racquetball/squash
Mini golf
Shopping
Pool table
Ping pong
Bike rentals nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Segway hire/tours nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Facilities

7 buildings/towers
Built in 1980
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/games room
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Outdoor tennis court
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Reception hall
Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning

Sleep well

Blackout curtains
Turndown service
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Balcony

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone

Food and drink

Mini fridge

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

Aegeo Spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Main Restaurant – This poolside restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Tavern Restaurant – Overlooking the ocean, this theme restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves brunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property

This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

Renovations and closures

The property is closed in January.

Children & extra beds

Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.

Property Registration Number 1039K014A2932500

Also known as

Malia Beach

Dessole Malia Beach All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Dessole Malia Beach Resort

Dessole Malia Beach

Dessole Malia Beach Hotel Crete

Dessole Malia Beach All Inclusive

Dessole All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Dessole All Inclusive

Dessole Malia Beach Hotel

Dessole Malia Beach Hersonissos

Dessole Malia Beach – All Inclusive

Dessole Malia Beach Hotel Hersonissos

Frequently asked questions

Is Dessole Malia Beach currently open?

The property is closed in January.

Does Dessole Malia Beach offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dessole Malia Beach does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Dessole Malia Beach?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Dessole Malia Beach?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Dessole Malia Beach?

Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dessole Malia Beach?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

What is there to do at Dessole Malia Beach and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as volleyball, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes racquetball/squash. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub or go for a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Dessole Malia Beach also has a sauna and a Turkish bath, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Dessole Malia Beach?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring international cuisine, ocean views and poolside dining.

Does Dessole Malia Beach have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Dessole Malia Beach like?

Dessole Malia Beach is located a short 2-minute walk from Malia Beach.

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Dessole Malia Beach Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

7-night trip

10/10

Die Anlage war super schön und nah am Strand. Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen und wir kommen gerne wieder!

7-night trip

4/10

The hotel looks nothing like the pictures. The rooms are run down, very old and braking, the food is so bad in quality and bad on healthy choices. The location is great, and the pool Is fun. The worse is the food.

1-night trip

8/10

Great location on the beach... plenty of plsvrs to eat and cute shops.

5-night trip

8/10

Eigentlich ok. Für Familien optimal. Schön gelegen. Traumhafter Strand und Pool.

7-night trip

8/10

Room 308 may be haunted.

1-night trip

8/10

Great place to be

4-night trip

10/10

6-night trip

8/10

This was a very good hotel because it was on the beach with excellent facilities, e.g. a Taverna restaurant which was opened when the main restaurant was closed as an additional place to eat on site. The main restaurant food was very very good with varieties each day. The hotel grounds was beautiful with its own natural herbs gardens! Good children play area too. The nearby shops and supermarkets was very handy. However, we do believe that this hotel could easily become a 5 star rating if the management looks into the styling and general fixtures, decor and furniture of the bedrooms which although Greek style seemed very basic! On a whole it was very good value for money and we had a lovely 8 day stay and a very memorable stay for our first time in Crete.

7-night trip

6/10

In Malia is het niet eenvoudig een hotel aan het strand te vinden. Dessole Malia Beach is dan een optie. De ligging is prima!. De gasten zijn 80% Russisch. De gebouwen zijn oud en moeten dringend opgefrist worden. Je moet 3 dagen met de handdoeken doen. Zowel in de kamer als voor het zwembad. Het eten is iedere dag hetzelfde. Op zich goed van kwaliteit maar na een paar dagen gaat het wel vervelen. Animatie is goed! Italiaans team maar ze doen er echt alles aan om de mensen te vermaken. Water in de kamer is er niet en dus mag je naar de supermarkt om flesjes water te kopen en dat met een All inclusive formule. Raar..... Personeel lacht bijna niet. Hoe moeilijk is het om de gasten het naar de zin te maken? Natuurlijk zijn er positieve uitzonderingen. Al met al: Veel te duur voor het arrangement wat geboden wordt. Geen sprake van een 4 sterren ervaring ! Eerder 2,5.

8-night trip

10/10

4-night trip