Reviews of Laplaya Beach
Street Malia-Stalis, Malia, 70007, Greece

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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe hotel was right on the beach I had a wonderful room with lots of space and the most incredible balcony! Looking at the sea with the perfect view of the sunset to the left. The staff and facilities were amazing! The location perfect
The only issue was I couldn’t use the aircon. Because it smelt of mold when I turned it on - the smell was awful so I didn’t use it I tried to clean it with wipes I bought and it was full of black. This needs to be cleaned professionally. However as it was located next to the sea I moved the bed near the patio and slept with the doors open I was on the third floor so it was ok
Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewtranquility, swimming pool, cleanliness, proximity to the beach, kindness of the staff
Nothing
Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI return to this property every summer. The owner is my friend and quite nice. The hotel is located directly at the west end of Malia beach. The location is a little far from Malia center so it's relatively quiet. There is a small nice pool between the beach and the property. The room is specious and has a useful kitchen. You can dry washed underwear on the cloth hanger outside. The beauty of sunrise on the horizon of the ocean viewed from this property is unparalleled and stunning. It is not a bargain hotel any more but it is not a bad choice in busy Malia.
The plumbing has always been the problem with this hotel. But in the past few years they have renovated and improved bath rooms. My room's plumbing was also renovated, but the toilet bowl still had minor leak. This used to be a quite reasonable bargain hotel, but with renovation and inflation, it is not cheap any more. I hope they won't raise the price any higher.
Reviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything was very convenient: Hotel, pool, cafe and sea front all within metres of each other. Atmosphere was great: very relaxed, family feel, staff were very welcoming.
Could have cleaned under the beds (was dusty) but that is a minor thing. A toaster would be a handy addition to the room.
Reviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAll good, I refer to all my other comments - we are coming back regularly :-) People are great and friendly
Nothing
Reviewed: 18 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAmazing pool and beach area! restaurant has yummy food which is very well priced. Staff were amazing and made us feel so welcome and went out of their way to make us comfortable. The rooms were perfect and had everything you need. We would 100% recommend to anyone and will definitely return.
nothing everything was amazing.
Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe beach, the view, the pool and the staff were all excellent. Clean room and clean towels every other day. Tasty food, good selection of drinks and nothing was too much trouble for the lovely staff. The fact it is family run makes such a difference because they genuinely care. Would definitely stay again!
Small complaint regarding the shower head wall holder. Bit flimsy and cheap :-( The water pressure was excellent but the wall holder couldn't hold the shower head at full pressure so would fly off and spray water all over the shower room. Apart from that it was excellent.
Reviewed: 27 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewThe beach was beautiful and so was the pool area.
It was very dirty. Yellow stains on the wall in the bathrooms. Dust in all corners and stains on linen and towels. You could see that it had been washed, but I can't dry myself with a towel with red spots on it. All the facilities are pretty worn out. We left after one night instead of 4 nights. Some work on the place and they have a pearl. And maybe a owner that is still nice even though we say what is wrong. We didn't even ask for a refund, we just said why we were leaving.
Reviewed: 7 October 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewKind and helpfull owner and staff, great view (room 304)
Reviewed: 9 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewThe location was perfect, the room had everything we needed, even a balcony with a stunning view. The people were so kind an welcoming! There's a pool, a restaurant with delicious food and drinks. We really enjoyed everything! :)
Dear friends thanks a lot for your superby review!!!😃
Reviewed: 12 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewLocation is fab, sea view is amazing. We asked for another bed as my mum is elderly and needed more space and sharing was uncomfortable for her due to joint pain . We went out the first day and returned to a second bed in the room. Amazing service from the hotel went above and beyond
Reviewed: 6 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewProximity to the beach. Big apartment with an overview of the sea. Listening to sea waves crashing while you sleep is a super relaxing experience. Proximity to shops and restaurants. Rooms were always kept clean and tidy!
The bathroom had some plumbing issues. We could use a little bit of introduction with what is available, wifi, excursions etc, and the staff could be more chatty - but maybe it was a language problem.
Reviewed: 5 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewFriendly and helpful staff. Sea view from our room was amazing.
No iron and hairdryer in the room
Reviewed: 1 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewBeach front and view
Reviewed: 14 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewWas just by the sea, location
There were not sth I did not like but I think they can invest a bit more on the kitchen in the rooms
Reviewed: 10 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewthe food was amazing at the restaurant and great location for clubs and bars walking distance. We also had a pool and beach right outside of our hotel rooms
The property was great and get service from hotel staff. The only thing was that our key was hard to open our door and close our door.
Reviewed: 6 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
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