Airports
Within 150 km
- Στρατιωτικό Αεροδρόμιο Καστελλίου (~16 km)
- Κρατικός Αερολιμένας Ηρακλείου Νίκος Καζαντζάκης (~26 km)
- Κρατικός Αερολιμένας Σητείας (~59 km)
Philoxenia Hotel Malia
Family Fit Score
48
Overview
Family strengths from stored data: Children's pool, Near beach, Playground, Near beaches, Near playgrounds & parks. Philoxenia Hotel Malia in Crete offers family-friendly accommodations with a children's pool and playground. It's conveniently located near Aelos Beach and various dining options.
Philoxenia Hotel Malia is a family-friendly hotel situated in Crete, Greece, just a short walk from Aelos Beach. The hotel features a children's pool, making it an excellent choice for families with young kids. Guests can enjoy air-conditioned rooms equipped with Wi-Fi and a swimming pool. The hotel is also conveniently located near several restaurants, cafes, and shops, ensuring easy access to local amenities. Nearby attractions include the Omalia olive press and various cultural sites within a 10 km radius, providing opportunities for family exploration. With two airports within 30 km, transport options are readily available for guests traveling to and from the hotel.
Best for
Families looking for a convenient and comfortable stay near the beach.
Family Fit Score
Family Fit Score
48
Family Fit Score 48/100 from stored features and research. Highlighted signals: Children's pool, Near beach, Playground, Near beaches, Near playgrounds & parks, Near shops & essentials. Derived from the existing web research snapshot (no new external fetch).
Key family features
- Children's pool
- Near beach
- Playground
Family profile
Best suited for
- Young children
- Beach holidays
- Families wanting on-site activities
Family strengths
- Children's pool
- Near beach
- Playground
Potential drawbacks
- No water slides listed
Featured in collections
Curated shortlists in Crete that include this hotel.
Pros
- Children's pool available
- Playground on-site
- Close to Aelos Beach
Rooms
Check for family rooms if traveling with multiple children.
Food
Several dining options are available within walking distance.
Location
Located near Aelos Beach and various local amenities, including shops and restaurants.
Nearby essentials
- 1 beaches within ~1.0 km
- 1 culture & attractions within ~1.0 km
- 1 playgrounds & parks within ~1.0 km
- 8 cafes & restaurants within ~1.0 km
- 8 shops & essentials within ~1.0 km
- Nearest Airport: ~16 km (Στρατιωτικό Αεροδρόμιο Καστελλίου)
- Nearest Beache: ~565m (Aelos Beach)
- Nearest Culture & attraction: ~817m (Boat)
From stored OpenStreetMap data — distances are approximate.
Getting there
Nearest transport from OpenStreetMap
Legend
- This hotel
- Airports
- Beaches
- Culture & attractions
- Playgrounds & parks
- Cafes & restaurants
- Shops & essentials
This hotel and 30 nearby places from OpenStreetMap.
Nearby on the map
From OpenStreetMap — grouped by category (editorial nearby context).
Location questions
Distances from OpenStreetMap — editorial context, not on-site hotel facilities.
- How far is Philoxenia Hotel Malia from the beach?
- According to OpenStreetMap, the nearest mapped beach is Aelos Beach, about ~565m away.
- What is the nearest airport to Philoxenia Hotel Malia?
- OpenStreetMap lists Στρατιωτικό Αεροδρόμιο Καστελλίου as the nearest airport, roughly ~16 km away.
Nearby activities
- Visit Aelos Beach
- Explore the Omalia olive press
- Enjoy local dining options
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Family Fit Score
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Family Fit Score
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Family Fit Score
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Family Fit Score
54
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Frixos Hotel
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Family Fit Score
52
Families looking for a convenient and comfortable stay near the beach.
- Children's pool
- Family rooms
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High Beach
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Family Fit Score
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Families looking for a comfortable stay near the beach with access to local attractions.
- Family rooms
- Near beach
- Playground
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