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<h3>Location</h3>
<p><strong>Crete is a beautiful island that is perfect for families looking for a holiday </strong>that combines sun, discovery and total relaxation. <strong>Little Guest</strong> has once again bent over backwards to find you an exceptional address on the north coast: the <strong>Cretan Malia Park.</strong></p>
<p>At just a short walk from the small historic streets of the <strong>Malia village</strong>, and offering direct access to the azure blue Mediterranean sea with its private beach, the Cretan Malia Park amazes with its <strong>beauty</strong> and <strong>serenity</strong>. Fully enhancing the luxuriant nature that surrounds it, the hotel offers its lucky guests the very best of <strong>sustainable tourism</strong> in a setting that is authentic, elegant and uncluttered at the same time.</p>
<p>You can easily reach this address in about 30 minutes from <strong>Heraklion Níkos-Kazantzákis International Airport. Private transfers </strong>are possible upon request to your <strong>Little Concierge.</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Description</h3>
<p>At the <strong>Cretan Malia Park</strong>, well-being is approached as a whole. The <strong>environment</strong>, first of all, plays a central role: palm trees, flower gardens, banana trees, fig trees and other Mediterranean plants are everywhere, with the sea in sight. And at the table, you can enjoy the <strong>delicious organic vegetables from the garden</strong>, taken care of by the hotel’s gardeners. Even more, you can visit historical places such as the <strong>Malia archaeological site</strong> and the <strong>Minoan Palace</strong>.</p>
<p>Then there is the hotel, which proudly displays its belonging to <strong>Design Hotels</strong>: from its bright lobby to the comfortable rooms and suites, as well as the spa or the beach bar, the philosophy of the place put great emphasis on <strong>noble materials</strong>, and combines <strong>Scandinavian lines</strong>, <strong>Cretan handicraft</strong>, and <strong>bohemian spirit</strong>. True happiness!</p>
<p>At <strong>Little Guest, </strong>we think of families first and the hotel perfectly fulfills our expectations as it has several areas entirely dedicated to <strong>children</strong> and <strong>teenagers</strong>, and <strong>offers a handful of activities and services for children and adults</strong>.</p>
<p>The <strong>Cretan Malia Park </strong>puts at your disposal:</p>
<ul>
<li>Beautiful rooms, suites and family bungalows</li>
<li>5 restaurants &amp; one pop up garden restaurant</li>
<li>2 bars &amp; 1 coffee shop</li>
<li>1 private beach</li>
<li>1 water sports centre</li>
<li>Many wellness programmes (yoga, meditation, Pilates, &#8230;)</li>
<li>1 organic vegetable garden</li>
<li>1 spa</li>
<li>2 outdoor swimming pools</li>
<li>1 fitness room</li>
<li><strong>1 babysitting service</strong></li>
<li><strong>1 kids-club  » Little Explorer « </strong></li>
<li><strong>1 teen club  » The Place « </strong></li>
</ul>
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<h3>Gastronomy</h3>
<p>It&rsquo;s simple: for its richness and its recognised benefits on the balance of the body, <strong>Cretan cuisine is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage</strong>.  The <strong>Executive Chef Lefteris Iliadis</strong>, who supervises the restaurants of the Cretan Malia Park, is a marvellous illustration of this know-how.</p>
<p>To discover the <strong>age-old recipes</strong> of Crete, head to the courtyard of the <strong>Mouriès restaurant.</strong> Amid the mulberry trees, enjoy authentic à la carte dishes every evening: local vegetables, seafood and meats are garnished with wild herbs and cooked with the “parastia”, a <strong>traditional open fire.</strong></p>
<p>Set in a marina décor with soft colours of blue and white, the <strong>Almyra</strong> offers tasty <strong>Italian cuisine à la carte</strong> for a candlelit lunch or dinner. Its stone oven allows the preparation of delicious pizzas, and the plates are adorned with <strong>tomatoes from the garden, grilled octopus with oregano </strong>and olive oil, as well as magnificent desserts.</p>
<p>Inaugurated in 2023, the <strong>Levante Mezze &amp; Wine </strong>offers a culinary experience taken from the Levantine lands, dishes <strong>to share around a large table in family </strong>for moments of conviviality that will create plenty of memories, both for the flavours and the nice atmosphere it offers! From early June to the end of September, this restaurant is only for adults in the evening for dinner.</p>
<p>It&rsquo;s all in its name, the <strong>Italian by the Sea </strong>offers the Italian authenticity in your plates, an open plan restaurant where you will revel in the delicious pizzas and other Italian specialities, for lunch and dinner.</p>
<p>For <strong>pop-up garden dining</strong>, head to the Bostani restaurant. Our <strong>Chef Lefteris Iliadis</strong>, switches up the typical farm-to-table dinner by bringing the table to the farm, with a nourishing <strong>vegetarian menu</strong>, utilizing the seasonal harvest of our land. A series of intimate guest chef-led dinners also take place, hosted by our Creative Consultant<strong> Chef Athinagoras Kostakos</strong>, from June to September.</p>
<p>As its name suggests, the <strong>Lobby Bar </strong>is the perfect place to inaugurate a well-deserved rest after your trip. Close to this long <strong>bar with retro inspirations and clear lines</strong>, treat yourself to subtle cocktails, a fragrant espresso or a tasty glass of local wine.</p>
<p>The <strong>Pool Bar &amp; BBQ </strong>invites you to relax by the hotel&rsquo;s main swimming pool. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails, beers and wines are served with small gourmet snacks such as <strong>crispy pies </strong>or <strong>roasted gyros.</strong></p>
<p>The <strong>Beach Shack</strong> is the perfect place to enjoy the <strong>beautiful private beach of the Cretan Malia Park.</strong> In a lounge atmosphere under rattan umbrellas, this restaurant-bar offers delicious refreshments such as <strong>Suncreta – </strong>a mix of tangerine-flavoured Raki, red wine, lemon juice, Cretan herb syrup and sparkling water – as well as small savoury delicacies such as <strong>guacamole dips</strong> or <strong>local salads.</strong></p>
<p>The <strong>Melissi</strong> Lobby Bar, a welcoming and lively venue in the heart of the resort with a touch of old-world elegance, is located in the heart of the hotel&rsquo;s huge reception lounge. From <strong>cocktails with a Cretan twist</strong> &#8211; such as the <strong>White Fizzy Sangria</strong>, a<strong> blend of raki</strong>, <strong>Cretan sparkling wine and mango puree</strong> &#8211; to a wine<strong> list focused on young Greek wineries</strong>, the relaxed and timeless energy is the key element here. Don&rsquo;t forget to head to this bar for their new menu.</p>
<p>Finally, you also have other places to enjoy such as <strong>The Crush </strong>and <strong>Kafenio. The Crush</strong> is the place to go to treat your children to nice gourmet ice creams and enjoy a coffee break with a pastry – <strong>pavlova</strong>, creamy <strong>chocolate</strong> or small <strong>puff pastries</strong>.  A real treat! While <strong>Kafenio </strong>is an ode to Greek Coffee rituals where you can enjoy delicious <strong>Cretan meze dishes, delicious local desserts and great tsikoudia</strong>. These are <strong>all prepared and offered with love and care</strong>.</p>
<p>From June to September, you can also find <strong>open fire cooking</strong>.</p>


Eco-friendly

Seaside

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<h3>For the children</h3>
As you can see, the Cretan Malia Park is making sure that you have a successful family holiday. Its spacious <strong>rooms and suites</strong> as well as its<strong> luxurious family bungalows</strong> are a real must for a <strong>comfortable stay with your children.</strong>

In order to allow parents to make the most of their holidays and have their special moments with just the two of them, the hotel gives you the possibility of hiring the services of a super-qualified <strong>babysitter</strong>.

In the middle of the estate's lush gardens, the <strong>kids club "Little Explorers" </strong>is a superb <strong>space dedicated to children from 3 to 10 years old </strong>and encourage them to <strong>develop their creativity. </strong>Inside, a large and bright play area is available for them: <strong>books</strong>, a large table for <strong>painting</strong>, <strong>drawing</strong> and <strong>DIYs</strong>, and a large board on the wall allows them to develop their imagination with their friends, especially around nature.

The place also includes a stage for <strong>theatre and dance performances</strong>, as well as a <strong>arts &amp; crafts</strong>, <strong>gardening</strong>, <strong>cooking classes and</strong> <strong>games</strong>. Everything is orchestrated by entertainers and young chefs.

The hotel has also opened a new<strong> library for kids</strong>. They can there enjoy reading.

<strong>Teenagers </strong>go to <strong>"The Place"</strong>, a outdoor area ideally located next to the tennis and basketball courts. There, they can enjoy a <strong>whirlpool bath</strong>, <strong>hammocks</strong> and comfortable sofas, as well as a <strong>ping-pong</strong> table, <strong>billiards</strong> and <strong>darts</strong>.

In the evening, "The Place" is transformed into an <strong>open-air cinema</strong>: an opportunity to enjoy special moments with friends, while watching their favourite films.

&nbsp;
<h3>Family experiences</h3>
While children have their own kitchen to learn about the delights of Cretan gastronomy, the <strong>Cretan Malia Park </strong>offers its guests of all ages the opportunity to visit the estate's organic vegetable garden, together with <strong>Chef Lefteris Iliadis</strong>. Cooking classes, as well as tastings of olive oils and of the best local wines are offered at the Mouries restaurant. A real treat!

The hotel's private beach with its white sand is an invitation to dive into the crystalline waters of the Mediterranean sea. Thanks to its <strong>water sports centre</strong>, the hotel provides its guests with<strong> canoes, pedal boats and snorkelling facilities</strong>. Crete is also one of <strong>the most beautiful destinations for discovering the marine flora and fauna. </strong>https://www.littleguestcollection.com/en/the-best-diving-and-snorkeling-spots-for-families/

On the land side, the possibilities are endless, and in order to let you discover the beauties of the island in a gentle way, you can<strong> rent a bike</strong> near the hotel. This bike rental service is charged. <strong> Hiking</strong>, <strong>climbing</strong> or <strong>paragliding</strong> are also ideal for enjoying the Cretan reliefs and panoramas.

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<h3>For the parents</h3>
If holidays are often synonymous with rest, they are also an opportunity to fully <strong>reconcile the well-being of the mind with that of the body</strong>. And the Cretan Malia Park gives you the means to find this balance!

Managed by <strong>Aegeo Spas</strong>, the <strong>"Cute spa"</strong> is a small <strong>oasis of peace and relaxation</strong> amid the banana and cactus trees of the estate. With <strong>two massage rooms</strong>, the intimate setting offers parents the opportunity to stimulate their five senses with various treatments. This includes the <strong>Minoan treatment</strong>, based on detoxifying herbs, which ends with a foot massage using traditional techniques.

You can also join the beautiful <strong>Pilates</strong> and <strong>Yoga</strong> pavilion, where you can participate in group sessions or private classes given by passionate experts.

The sports enthusiasts will also find things to like at the hotel's fitness room, which has a range of state-of-the-art equipment to work out and achieve their goals.

Finally, swing lovers will be happy to know that <strong>Crete's only 18-hole golf course</strong> is just a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
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Crete with your family: practical guide

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Slow Tourism: a new way to travel as a family

Animations

Cooking lessons for children

Golf

Hiking

Kite surf

Pilates

Scuba diving

Sport activities

Tennis

Yoga

Europe

Greece

Crete

Malia

24/24 check-in

All-inclusive

Animator speaking English

Beach

Beauty salon

Boutique

Cinema

Concierge

Fitness room

Hairdresser

Library

Outdoor pool

Parking

Pool table

Reduced mobility access

Restaurant

Room service

<ul>
<li><strong>Check-in:</strong> from 3 P.M</li>
<li><strong>Check-out:</strong> until 11 A.M</li>
</ul>


Check-in/out

<ul>
<li><strong>Heraklion Níkos-Kazantzákis International Airport</strong></li>
<li><strong>Distance:</strong> 30min</li>
<li><strong>Rates:</strong>
<ul>
<li>60€/taxi per way (2 adults, 2 children and 3 classic pieces of luggage)</li>
<li>120€/mini van per way</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>


Transfers

<ul>
<li><strong>Open from April 15<sup>th</sup> 2023 until November 4<sup>th</sup> 2023.</strong></li>
</ul>


Opening dates

<ul>
<li><strong>Age:</strong> Up to 3 years</li>
<li><strong>Rates and schedule:</strong> €30/2 hours (€10 per hour + €10 per way for the baby-sitter)</li>
</ul>


Babysitting

<ul>
<li><strong>Age:</strong> from 3 to 10 years old</li>
<li><strong>Rates:</strong> free</li>
<li><strong>Opening hours:</strong> 6 days a week (closed on Sundays), from 10 A.M to 5.30 P.M</li>
<li>Lunch and dinner at the <strong>Mediterraneo</strong>, as well as the kid’s menu for dinner at the <strong>Almyra</strong> are <strong>COMPLIMENTARY</strong>, in the All-inclusive formula.</li>
</ul>


Kids-club 

<ul>
<li><strong>Age:</strong> from 10 years old</li>
<li><strong>Rates</strong>: free</li>
<li><strong>Opening hours:</strong> 6 days a week, from 8 A.M to 11 P.M</li>
</ul>


Teen-club 

The Bungalows - Pool View, which surround the superb swimming pool of the estate, have a comfortable bedroom with a King-size bed or twin beds, a sofa, vintage furniture, and a furnished veranda or pretty balcony.

The zen and tropical atmosphere guarantees families a gentle, natural stay.

The elegant bathroom has an walk-in shower and a porcelain washbasin.

Bungalow &#8211; Pool View

Take a few steps out of your bungalow, and dive straight into the hotel's superb main swimming pool! Occupying a privileged location, the Bungalow - Pool Front features a large veranda, a delightful room with a King-size bed or 2 twin beds, and a comfortable sofa bed.

The bathroom is clean and sleek and features an Italian shower and porcelain washbasin.

Perfect for families, some of these bungalows have connecting rooms.

Bungalow &#8211; Pool Front

After a day in the generous Cretan sunshine, you can fully unwind in these bungalows with balconies and partial views of the sea and the hotel's lush gardens. The Bungalow - Side Sea View features one room with a king-size bed or 2 twin beds, refined furniture and a custom-made sofa bed. 

The bright bathroom features an Italian shower and a beautiful porcelain washbasin.

Bungalow &#8211; Side Sea View

From your terrace you can go directly to your hotel's private beach and watch the most beautiful sunsets. The Bungalow - Beach Front features designer furniture and are enhanced by an elegant floral fresco creating a soothing atmosphere. 

The comfortable bedroom features a King-size bed or 2 twin beds and a sofa bed, and the sleek bathroom is equipped with an Italian shower and a beautiful porcelain washbasin. 

Perfect for families, some of these bungalows have connecting rooms.

Bungalow &#8211; Beach Front

Featuring frescoes by Greek artists depicting prickly pears and designer furniture, the Junior Suites are the perfect setting for a delightful family stay at the Cretan Malia Park. The room features a King-size bed, and its beautiful living room offers you the possibility to unfold 2 sofa beds for the little ones. 

From your large balcony or sunny veranda you can admire the exotic gardens of the estate, before relaxing in your lovely bathroom with an Italian shower and marble washbasin.

Junior Suite

Refinement, charm and simplicity are the watchwords of these luxurious One Bedroom Suites. Tailor-made furniture, traditional materials sublimated by local craftsmanship, and wall frescoes in pastel tones, guarantee you a delightful family stay. 

The spacious separate living room has a sofa bed and the beautiful bedroom has a King-size bed. The large balcony invites you to enjoy moments of complicity and relaxation, with a view of the lush gardens and the hotel's main swimming pool. 

The spacious bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower and 2 marble washbasins.

One Bedroom Suite

Offering direct views of the hotel's lush landscaped gardens, and subtly combining tropical touches with local crafts, the Bungalows - Garden View offer a gentle immersion in nature. They feature a comfortable room with a King-size bed or 2 twin beds, designer furniture, a furnished veranda or balcony, and a comfortable sofa bed.

Perfect for families, some of these bungalows have connecting rooms.

The bright bathroom has a walk-in shower and a lovely porcelain washbasin.

Bungalow &#8211; Garden View

Beautifully located, the Junior Suite - Sea Front with a veranda or balcony overlooking the sea is a real treat for families. Its beautiful frescoes evoking fig trees or local vegetation, as well as its custom-made wooden furniture, will immerse you in a natural and gentle environment. 

The bedroom has a King-size bed, and the separate, bright and open-plan living room gives you the possibility to deploy two sofa beds for children. The bathroom is equipped with an Italian shower and a marble washbasin.

Junior Suite &#8211; Sea Front

In the Deluxe Suite, you will find the essence of comfort according to the Cretan Malia Park: an elegance combining the authenticity of local know-how with sleek design lines. Bathed in light, the room marvels with its wall decorated with grey-white tiles handmade by Cotto Etrusco, and its King-size bed with linen canopy is a real invitation to relax.  

The spacious living room, separate from the bedroom, has a large dining table, a solid oak bookcase, as well as designer but typically Cretan chairs and lamps, and has an integrated sofa bed for children. From the furnished balcony you can enjoy a view of the private beach and the vastness of the Mediterranean Sea. 

Last but not least, the accommodation has two bathrooms: the first with two custom-made washbasins, a bathtub, an Italian shower and a dressing room; the second with an Italian shower.

Deluxe Suite

Elegantly decorated and furnished, this superb family bungalow has two separate areas so that young and old can enjoy their privacy in complete tranquillity. Its 42sqm of softness offers you a bedroom with a King-size bed for parents, and a bedroom with bunk beds, as well as a sofa bed for children. 

To complete your comfort, the accommodation also has 2 bright bathrooms, each with an walk-in shower and a porcelain washbasin.

Deluxe Family Bungalow

<h3 style="text-align: center;">Enchanted by the cretan malia park</h3>
<div align="center"><img class="alignnone wp-image-144358 size-medium" src="https://www.littleguestcollection.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/cretan-malia-park-fam-trip-medaillon-restaurant-1-300x300.jpg" alt="cretan malia park fam trip medaillon restaurant" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://pub-b1803724c508423ba743ae3b8cc4aeb8.r2.dev/2021/02/cretan-malia-park-fam-trip-medaillon-restaurant-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://pub-b1803724c508423ba743ae3b8cc4aeb8.r2.dev/2021/02/cretan-malia-park-fam-trip-medaillon-restaurant-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://pub-b1803724c508423ba743ae3b8cc4aeb8.r2.dev/2021/02/cretan-malia-park-fam-trip-medaillon-restaurant-1-32x32.jpg 32w, https://pub-b1803724c508423ba743ae3b8cc4aeb8.r2.dev/2021/02/cretan-malia-park-fam-trip-medaillon-restaurant-1.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Charlotte</em></strong><em>, sales manager at Cretan Malia Park, <strong>Aude</strong>, <strong>Chloé</strong>, <strong>Stéphanie </strong>&amp; <strong>Quentin </strong>from Little Guest</em></p>
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<p><span class="" style="font-weight: 400; font-family: Times; font-size: 40px;">W</span>e had the chance to visit the <strong>Cretan Malia Park</strong>, a wonderful hotel <strong>right next to the beach</strong>. Here is our guided tour with Charlotte, executive sales manager of the hotel!</p>
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<h3>Sunshine after rain</h3>
<p>At dawn, we took the plane in the Charleroi Airport, in Belgium, under a grey sky which soon let rain fall. We were heading to Heraklion, <strong>for a sunny landing</strong>. Our rental car was waiting for us and we immediately hit the road to reach the superb Cretan Malia Park. Once parked, a member of the hotel staff <strong>heartily greeted us</strong> and <strong>unloaded our luggage from the car trunk</strong> to bring them to the lobby of the hotel. We then met with Charlotte, sales manager, who kindly welcomed us while our check-in was quickly made, a fast and efficient check-in.</p>
<div class="citation" style="font-family: Times; font-size: 36px; color: #8b8b8b; font-style: italic; text-align: center;">“An atmosphere that deviates from the usual decorations that can be found in many Greek hotels”</div>
<p>The front part of the hotel shows a white colour that is typical of Greece <strong>decorated with wooden touches </strong>and <strong>vegetation</strong>. The main hall leads the way with a subtle blend of white, light brown and soft green, which gives off an <strong>earthy atmosphere</strong> and that deviates from the usual decorations that can be found in many Greek hotels. <strong>Refreshing</strong>.</p>
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<h3>Exploring the accommodations</h3>
<p>We were taken on a hotel tour by our host Charlotte, sales manager, a walk that also allowed us to discover the general atmosphere of the hotel, <strong>a very jovial one</strong>. We saw different categories of rooms, and precisely the <strong>family rooms</strong> that provide with a <strong>very large space</strong> and a <strong>separate sleeping area</strong> for children where they may squabble to know who will first win the upper bed! Moreover, it offers a large bathroom and a terrace with a view on the sea which conquered our hearts. <strong>A perfect place for two parents with two children</strong>.</p>
<p>We then reached our own rooms after a delicious meal at the Italian restaurant. Located at the ground-floor level, these accommodations offer a <strong>terrace opening onto the sharing pool</strong>. A large King-size bed, <strong>welcoming gifts</strong> (raki, Greek biscuits), a flat screen TV, a mini fridge, tea and coffee amenities, bathrobes, slippers, a bathroom and a large sliding window door opening onto the sharing pool, not to mention the sofa <strong>that can be used as a bed for a child</strong>. Regarding the decoration, we found a warm interior, refined, with wooden notes, warm and earthy colours, long story short, <strong>a place where you would almost feel at home</strong>.</p>
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<h3>Flavours and wonders</h3>
<p>The clock showed 2 P.M. We were invited to the Almyra restaurant where <strong>Italian specialities</strong> were waiting for us to be eaten. As a starter, we were served a <strong>selection of sea fruits</strong>, grilled octopus, a variety of seasoned vegetables, all of this in a Greek style: <strong>everyone could pick on the table everything they liked</strong>. The main course was served in an identical way, and each of us could choose from the freshly made pizza, a delicious beef tartare, a roasted chicken with its sauce and a sole filet.</p>
<p><strong>All the products were fresh</strong>, and the wine that accompanied the dishes was nicely chosen. Yet, we noticed a relatively long waiting time between the starter and the main course, while only two other tables were occupied in the whole restaurant. On a side note, we found that the music volume was a slightly too high to our taste.</p>
<div class="citation" style="font-family: Times; font-size: 36px; color: #8b8b8b; font-style: italic; text-align: center;">“Our culinary experience was perfect”</div>
<p>At dawn, we dined at the Mouriès, a <strong>typically Cretan restaurant</strong>, an à la carte taverna with exceptional flavours led by the deft hands of chef Iliadis Lefteris. We were simply <strong>left in awe from the beginning till the end</strong>. Our culinary experience was perfect: fresh, flavourful, refined and beautifully laid out products, thanks to the cooking team in the open kitchen. <strong>Dishes that we will hardly forget</strong>. A special note to the <strong>wine choice that simply was divine</strong>, and the general atmosphere that almost is bewildering. Greece within Greece.</p>
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<h3>Just impeccable</h3>
<p>Everything is thought as to <strong>welcome families in the best conditions</strong>, parents and children: restaurants with <strong>tasty</strong> and <strong>unforgettable dishes</strong> and which atmosphere genuinely makes the guests feel delighted, <strong>large green spaces</strong> edged with wonderful flowers, <strong>rose trees</strong> and trees that blend incredibly well with the buildings, <strong>an easy and fast access to the beach</strong>, and last but not least, <strong>a very joyful kids-club</strong> for your children. Missing a hotel with such standards would be a true pity: contact our <strong>Little Concierge teams</strong> and they will happily organise your whole trip and stay at the Cretan Malia Park!</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong><em>Thank you very much Little Guest, see you soon!</em></strong></span></p>
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