The Ultimate Travel Guide to Maleme

Our Selection of Best Accommodations in Maleme

  • 9 / 10
  • kolokotroni 4 1A

Boasting quiet street views, house in the village near the sea offers accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 500 metres from Maleme Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

The apartment with a terrace and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Platanias Square is 5.8 km from the apartment, while Agios Dimitrios Church is 6.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 30 km from house in the village near the sea.

  • 0 m
  • 9.1 / 10
  • Maleme

Featuring an outdoor pool with sun loungers, Villa Bamboo enjoys views of the Cretan Sea from its shaded patio. It is tastefully decorated and also suitable for disabled guests. The pebbled beach of Maleme is 400 metres away.

Villa Bamboo consists of 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. A flat-screen, satellite TV and a leather sofa stock the living room. Facilities also include a washing machine, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.

Guests will find a restaurant and mini market for the essentials at a distance of 400 metres. Souda Bay is at a distance of 20 km and I. Daskalogiannis International Airport is 30 km away. Free parking is provided on site.

  • 20 m
  • 9.8 / 10
  • Μάλεμε

Situated in Maleme, 600 metres from Maleme Beach and 5.9 km from Platanias Square, 2023 New Luxury Home near the Beach! – Casa Dionysia offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home.

Agios Dimitrios Church is 6.6 km from 2023 New Luxury Home near the Beach! – Casa Dionysia, while Municipal Garden is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 30 km from the accommodation.

  • 110 m
  • 9.9 / 10
  • Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion

Jasmine features city views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Maleme, 600 metres from Maleme Beach.

Featuring a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, each unit also comes with a safety deposit box, a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, wardrobe and a seating area with a sofa. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with sea views.

Platanias Square is 5.5 km from the apartment, while Agios Dimitrios Church is 6.2 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 29 km from Jasmine.

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€72

/night

  • 220 m
  • 9.5 / 10
  • Maleme

Featuring an outdoor pool, Aegean Breeze Luxury Apartments in Maleme offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

Featuring a kitchen with an oven and a fridge, each unit also comes with a safety deposit box, a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, desk and a seating area with a sofa. There is a private bathroom with walk-in shower in all units, along with a hair dryer and free toiletries.

The aparthotel provides a housekeeping service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying.

Aegean Breeze Luxury Apartments features a garden and sun terrace, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits.

Maleme Beach is 100 metres from the accommodation, while Platanias Square is 6 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International, 30 km from Aegean Breeze Luxury Apartments, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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€155

/night

  • 320 m
  • 9.9 / 10
  • Maleme

Surrounded by olive and orange trees and featuring sea-views, Gea- Maleme is located in Maleme, Chania, 200 metres from the beach. Close to the villa you can find an ATM, a supermarket, restaurants, cafes, a pharmacy, a doctor’s office and a bus stop.

Modernly designed, the air-conditioned villa includes a spacious living room with unobstructed sea-view, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen. A flat-screen TV is featured.Other facilities include a barbecue. On the ground floor there are 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with a single bed that can turn into double, the master bedroom, a big bathroom and a small WC. On the loft there is a bedroom with a double bed, a wardrobe, a small bathroom and a study.

Chania Town is 15 km from the villa, while Elafonisi is 57 km from the property. Chania International Airport is 35 km away.

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€228

/night

  • 330 m
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Things to do near Maleme

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Beaches near Maleme

  • 590 m
  • Maleme beach
  • Fine Pebbles, Sand
  • Normal
  • Blue

Situated 18km west of Chania, Maleme forms part of the expansive beach that stretches from Kolimbari to the vicinity of Chania. This lengthy bay is adorned with stunning sandy and pebbly beaches, although they are exposed to frequent northerly winds. The beach at Maleme is sandy and the surrounding area is well developed, with all necessary amenities conveniently located near the beach. For those seeking a more secluded spot for a swim, the west end of the beach, adjacent to the old military airport, offers a quieter location.

The name Maleme is believed to derive from the word “Malama”, translating to gold, hinting at the possibility of a gold mine existing in ancient times, although this hasn’t been confirmed. In addition, a domed tomb from the late Minoan period has been discovered near Maleme. Despite having been looted, two cylindrical seals depicting running wild animals were found by archaeologists.

During World War II, Maleme held significant historical importance. It was home to the Allies’ military airport until it was seized by German forces. The Battle of Crete in 1941 saw German paratroopers descend upon Maleme to gain control of the airport. They were met with fierce resistance from local Cretans and Allied forces, leading to substantial casualties on the German side. With only rudimentary weapons at their disposal, the local Cretans dealt a significant blow to the German paratroopers, which drew praise for Cretan patriotism from Hitler himself. This marked the first time in the Second World War where German forces faced strong resistance from a local population. It was also the first large-scale airborne invasion in history, and the last of its kind. The German Cemetery, located on a hill near Maleme, is the final resting place for the 4500 German paratroopers who lost their lives. A monument dedicated to fallen RAF airmen can also be found near Maleme, close to the River Tavronitis bridge.

  • 2.5 km