If you’ve heard of Malia chances have it you may have already developed in opinion on what goes on on this infamous party island- thanks to a British documentary about the popular holiday spot which painted Malia as nothing more than a party spot for drunken British youths. Malia and its 300 days of sunshine enjoys one of the healthiest weather in Europe. Being in the most southern of Greek Islands, Crete and Malia  enjoy plenty of sunshine and the longest of all the summer seasons in the region, lasting from April to October. With its temperate Mediterranean weather, Malia sees hot dry summers, and mild winters, and remains a popular destination all year round. During the summer months (June, July, August), temperatures in Malia should be expected to reach 35 degrees celsius (or 95 degrees farhrenheit). You should pack strong sun protection if needs be and plan to stay out of the sun during the peak hours (12pm to 3pm). The best time to visit Malia and enjoy the excellent weather is early spring and late summer/autumn.

One of the benefits of being a Mediterranean holiday resort is plentiful sunshine throughout the year, and Malia, Crete is no exception. In fact, Malia epitomizes the ideal weather of the region with sunny days and fine temperatures almost every day. Extremes of temperatures are rare, meaning Malia has something to offer every month of the year. The days of September and October weather in Malia still sunny and the water warm enough for comfortable swimming in Malia beaches. Basically, it's still summer. December and January are the months of Mediterranean winter, the weather bringing the possibility of rain, but still an average of six hours of bright sunshine a day. This is the time of year when smaller Mediterranean destinations shut down for the season, but not so Malia.
The first orchids bloom in January in Malia Crete, and by mid-February the countryside is already alive with fresh green meadows and almond trees in bloom. March days can still be cool (daytime temperatures around 19C or 65F, 9C or 40F at night) but steadily moderate. Early spring is a wonderful time to visit to this holiday destination, with pleasant daytime temperatures and Malia weather conditions and many of the ancient ruins around Malia and Crete island framed by a carpet of red anemones and other wildflowers

Where to stay in Malia, Crete
View our full range of accommodation in Malia resort (hotels, apartments, villas)
Royal Heights Resort, Parthenis Beach, Drossia Palms Apartments, Golden Bay Malia hotel, Kernos beach hotel,

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 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 Hotel  
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 short walk to Malias lively centre. Wi-fi access available

Malia Mare Hotel  
This 3-star family run hotel, built in accordance with the local architecture, is conveniently located on the Malia Beach Road. The elegant interior, furnished in the simple, traditional style of the island, gives it an air of Cretan authenticity, yet at the same time offers all comforts of a modern hotel. Its 35 spacious and comfortable rooms have an air-condition