Bella Vita Style Rooms & Apartments ★★★

Calypso Hotel ★★

"First time in Crete and we had a blast at this hotel :) Pros- 1. Wide selection of delicious Cretan food served at breakfast & dinner buffet 2. Friendly, smiling & accomodating hotel staff 3. Well decorated exterior- especially the garden & pool, really enjoyed taking photos 4. The staff will just let you leave your bags if your transfer is late in the night and you needed to check out already. They even will let you use the pool and the public toilet & shower Cons- 1. No wifi connection in the room 2. No toiletries like shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste- so remember to bring some with you 3. No coffee & tea- but there’s kettle if you buy your own coffee & tea 4. Ac- broke down during our last night Overall, I can recommend this hotel for people who are flexible to the cons and not get easily disappointed, and must have a positive outlook like us :) I am writing here just for a full & honest review to help others out there who wants to know more 🫶🏻 Hope this review helps! ❤️"

Matala Hostel ★★

"I stayed at this hostel for one night during a music festival, and I had a really positive experience. The room was clean, the staff were very polite and helpful, and they even provided me with an extra blanket when I asked. The location is excellent—right next to the bus stop, just a 5–7 minute walk to the beach, and close to the city center. The room had a proper renovation, the air conditioning worked perfectly, and I slept comfortably. Overall, I enjoyed my stay"

Idi Hotel ★★

"We spent two wonderful weeks at the Idi Hotel in Zaros and were delighted by the hospitality of this family-run establishment. The hotel's location at the foot of the majestic Psiloritis Mountains is spectacular. The rooms were comfortable and clean, equipped with everything you need for a relaxing stay. We were impressed by the family atmosphere – the staff was always helpful and made us feel at home. Breakfast with local products was a daily highlight, and the proximity to the charming village of Zaros allowed us to experience authentic Cretan life. The hotel is very good value for money, and we will definitely return when we visit Crete again. Thank you for the wonderful time."

Matala Bay Hotel & Apartments ★★★

"Hotel annexes: across the street. The room was dreadful: stuck in the 70s (see photos). Breakfast was adequate. The pool was green and murky for two days: no apology, no information, and swimming was still allowed. Unacceptable."

Hariklia Rent Rooms ★★★

Fragiskos Hotel ★★★

"Super friendly team family atmosphere very good food very clean room near the sea and small shops magnificent landscapes"

Matala Dimitris Resort ★★★

"Worst experience in a hotel: absolutely avoid. I wouldn't even call the Dimitris Villa a "hotel": it's a country house masquerading as a tourist facility. We had booked a double room, but without any prior notice, we were assigned a single with two tiny beds, barely suitable for children. The bedding was embarrassing: a simple sheet placed directly on the mattress, without a mattress protector—definitely unhygienic (I've attached a photo). The room was cramped, not soundproofed (we could hear every word from the neighbors), and the bathroom was unusable: the shower and sink were completely clogged. The check-in (after 3:30 PM) and check-out times are inconvenient, and there's no real reception. The breakfast is extremely basic and definitely not worth the extra cost. But the worst came on the second day: after returning from a day at the beach, we found the room exactly as we'd left it—no cleaning, no towel change. After reporting the problem to the agency, they lied, saying they'd contacted us to fix the room, which never happened. I just wanted to leave, even if it meant losing my money! Non-existent service, neglected property, don't be fooled by the photos: this place is anything but a hotel. A complete scam!"

Zafiria ★★