Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel

🏊 Fantastic pool area with two freshwater pools and kids’ section
💷 Great value All Inclusive in a relaxed Cretan village
😊 Warm, friendly atmosphere with many repeat guests
🌊 Just 50m from an unspoilt shingle-and-pebble beach
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly apartments sleeping up to four
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: All Inclusive

Child age guideline: up to 11 years
Low-rise complex with 9 blocks, 62 rooms and 2 floors (1 lift). Ideal for couples and families seeking a quieter base near Chania.

Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel sits in the peaceful village of Maleme on Crete’s north-west coast, surrounded by olive groves and traditional tavernas. A quiet road separates the hotel from a wide shingle-and-pebble beach, ideal for sunset walks and paddling.

Maleme itself is low-key, with a handful of bars, cafés and mini-markets within about 500m. When you’re ready for more bustle and history, Chania’s Venetian harbour, cobbled backstreets and waterfront restaurants are an easy trip away by local bus, taxi or hire car.

• Beach: approx. 50m (across a quiet road)
• Maleme resort centre: approx. 500m
• Chania town: around 17km (easily reached by local bus or taxi)

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour 15 minutes

Maleme, Crete (Chania Area), Greece

All meals are centred around the main Ambrosia Restaurant, a bright buffet venue serving Mediterranean favourites and international dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Expect plentiful salads, grilled meats, Cretan specialities and a handy selection for younger palates, with live show-cooking at breakfast and dinner most days.

Snacks are served between main meals for at least three hours daily, perfect for topping up after a swim. Drinks are easy to come by at the bar and the pool bar, with local wine, beer and soft drinks typically available for a minimum of 12 hours per day, plus spirits at selected times under the All Inclusive programme.

Dress code is relaxed but the hotel usually asks guests not to wear beachwear in the restaurant. Opening hours, drink brands and any premium items or à la carte extras can vary by season and board, so check the latest on arrival.

What All Inclusive typically includes.

The heart of the resort is its fantastic pool area. There are two outdoor freshwater pools:

• A main pool with a separate children’s section and generous sunbathing terrace dotted with loungers
• A quieter secondary pool, ideal for reading and relaxing between dips

Inflatables and water toys are usually permitted, making it great fun for families. Pool towels are provided against a refundable deposit, so you can travel lighter.

Cross the small road in front of the hotel and you’re on Maleme’s broad shingle-and-pebble beach. It’s more natural and less crowded than nearby resort beaches – perfect for sunrise walks, stone-skimming with little ones and cooling sea swims, with sections of sand further along the bay.

Stay active at the air-conditioned gym, which typically opens from morning into the evening and features cardio machines, free weights, strength equipment and a stretching area. Organised activities might include:

• Aerobics and aqua aerobics
• Pilates and yoga sessions*
• Lawn bowls, petanque and table tennis
• Pool table*

There’s also a children’s playground with swings, slides and shaded areas, plus highchairs in the restaurant for family mealtimes.

Reception is generally open 16 hours per day, offering concierge-style assistance, luggage storage and equipment hire, including motorised scooters*, pushchairs* and wheelchairs* (subject to availability).

*Some facilities and activities may carry a local charge and operate seasonally.

Executive Apartment (Partial Sea View)
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Spacious, apartment-style accommodation ideal for families or friends. Each Executive Apartment offers:
• Partial sea view
• Balcony or terrace
• Separate sleeping space and living area (layout can vary)
• Flat screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Safety deposit box*
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Fridge-freezer (perfect for snacks and drinks)
• Bathroom with shower
• Air conditioning
• Daily cleaning service

Double or Twin Room (Partial Sea View)
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Comfortable and light, these rooms are a good-value choice for couples or small families. Facilities usually include:
• Partial sea view
• Balcony or terrace
• Flat screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Safety deposit box*
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Fridge-freezer
• Bathroom with bath or shower
• Air conditioning
• Daily cleaning service

Executive Double or Twin Room (Partial Sea View)
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Upgraded doubles or twins with a little extra comfort and style. You can expect:
• Partial sea view
• Balcony or terrace
• Flat screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Safety deposit box*
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Fridge or fridge-freezer
• Bathroom with shower
• Air conditioning
• Daily cleaning service

*Local charges may apply for some in-room amenities such as safety deposit boxes and premium TV content.
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎯 Daily activities programme (seasonal)
💪 Air-conditioned gym with cardio and weights
💃 Aerobics and aqua aerobics sessions
🧘 Yoga and pilates classes*
🏓 Table tennis and pool table*
⚽ Lawn bowls and petanque

Regular evening entertainment typically runs from spring through autumn and may feature in-house shows, karaoke, live DJ sets and professional performances – low-key enough for families but lively enough to keep nights interesting.

*Selected activities may incur a local charge or run only on certain days.

🛎️ Reception (approx. 16 hours daily) with concierge-style assistance
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals/late departures
♿ Equipment hire including motorised scooter*, pushchair* and wheelchair*
👶 Highchairs in the restaurant and children’s playground
🌐 Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas
🅿️ On-site or nearby parking (subject to availability)

*Equipment hire and some services carry a local charge and should be requested as early as possible, particularly in peak season.

Maleme is a quiet, history-rich corner of Crete, known for its World War II sites, traditional tavernas and wide, uncrowded beach. It’s a great choice if you want a slower pace with easy access to Chania’s harbour, Balos Beach or excursions into the White Mountains.

Language: Greek
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference: GMT +2 (usually +2 hours from the UK)
Average flight time from UK: around 4 hours

Hotel facilities, opening dates and entertainment schedules can vary by season and occupancy, and some services may be subject to local charges or weather conditions. Always check the latest information with reception on arrival. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel directly on the beach?
The hotel sits just across a quiet road from Maleme’s shingle-and-pebble beach, around 50 metres away. You can reach the shore in a minute or two on foot, making it very easy for morning swims or evening strolls.

2. What is included in All Inclusive at Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel?
All Inclusive at Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel typically includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, plus snacks served at selected times between meals for a minimum of three hours each day. Local wine, beer and soft drinks are usually available for at least 12 hours a day, with local spirits offered at selected times. Premium brands, bottled drinks and some cocktails may be extra and inclusions can change between seasons.

3. Is Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel good for families?
Yes, the hotel suits families very well. There are two outdoor pools including a pool with a children’s section, a small playground, highchairs in the restaurant and family-sized Executive Apartments sleeping up to four. The overall feel is relaxed and friendly rather than party-focused, and child age for pricing is normally up to 11 years.

4. How far is Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel from Chania town?
Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel is roughly 17km from the centre of Chania, depending on route. You can usually reach the old town and Venetian harbour in around 25–35 minutes by car or taxi, or longer by local bus from Maleme.

5. Does Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel have a gym and sports facilities?
Yes, there is an air-conditioned gym equipped with cardio machines, free weights, strength equipment and a stretching area, typically open from morning until evening. The hotel also offers activities such as aerobics, aqua aerobics, lawn bowls, petanque, pilates, yoga, table tennis and a pool table, though some activities may be seasonal or carry a small local charge.

6. Is Wi-Fi available at Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel?
Free Wi-Fi is generally available throughout the hotel, including public areas and guest rooms, allowing you to keep in touch and stream light content without using mobile data.

7. What is the atmosphere like at Maleme Mare Beach Resort Hotel?
The atmosphere is friendly, informal and relaxed. With only 62 rooms spread across low-rise blocks, the property feels intimate and personal rather than large and impersonal. Many guests are repeat visitors, and the team aim to create a home-from-home experience rather than a high-energy party scene.