Just 33 km east of the Heraklion city and only 6 km away from Hersonissos is the popular tourist area of Malia. The buildings here are not built so close to each other, the architecture is better and the sea is cleaner. The tourist part of the settlements is around the beach and connects to the village of Malia by the main road. Malia is surrounded by olive groves and the hills of mountain Selena. It is one of the oldest inhabited places in Crete as well as in Greece itself. in a landscape of great natural beauty and its archaeology, history and setting offer many attractions to the visitor. It has a healthy climate and a reputation for hospitality, and the people are friendly and helpful.

Besides the tourist character of Malia a visitor could also enjoy a very interesting archeological tour to the Palace of Malia.
As the sea breeze moves through the rose bays the dazzling sun rays light the Minoan Palace of Malia, the third most important Minoan site of the Prefecture. The Minoan name for the Palace is not known and it takes its name from a local town. The first palace to be constructed on the site was built around 1900 BCE. Little is known of this palace though some finds from the Old Palace period attest to the wealth of the Old Palace at Malia. This palace was later destroyed, probably by an earthquake. The first attempt to excavate the site was made in 1915 by Joseph Hadzidakis but the full excavation of the Palace and much of the surrounding town was conducted by the French Archaeological School under F. Chapouthier and are still continuing today. Like the other palaces Malia has a west court.

Where to stay in Malia, Crete
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Cretan Malia Park hotel  
From the moment you encounter the 35 palm trees that frame the entrance to Cretan Malia Park, you know that you’ve entered one of the romantic hideaways in Greece. The hotel's style is refined, the pace casual: Wrap yourself in cool cottons and the finest linens, lose yourself in the award-winning gardens, and enjoy the exceptional cuisine ...

Kristalli Hotels Apartments  
Kristalli Apartments offers modern and stylish accommodation in walking distance from the sea and a 10-minute walk from the bars and clubs of Malia holiday resort. Local amenities including a supermarket and bakery are located close to the Kristalli Apartments. In the evening, enjoy a short walk to Malias lively centre. Wi-fi is available in public areas and is free

Golden Bay Malia hotel  
situated only 28 km east of Heraklion's airport, between Malia and Stalis, the most popular holiday resorts on the island of Crete. Here you will find an excellent location within a naturally beautiful environment; there is a garden within the complex and the beautiful beach of Malia is just a few steps away. Golden bay Malia is popular with families and couples ...