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3-star property · MATALA Iraklion

Elea Terra Hotel

Matala; Heraklion; Crete Island, MATALA Iraklion

3 star rating 3-star
Instant confirmation AED · taxes included
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Bar
24-hour reception
Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
Family rooms
About this hotel

This charming 3-star family hotel is located just 550 meters from Matala village and the seashore, and 65 km from Heraklion. It offers 60 recently renovated rooms, including standard double, superior double, and triple options, each with a balcony or terrace. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast in the main restaurant, refreshing cocktails and delicious food at the poolside bar (open to the public), and drinks at the…

This charming 3-star family hotel is located just 550 meters from Matala village and the seashore, and 65 km from Heraklion. It offers 60 recently renovated rooms, including standard double, superior double, and triple options, each with a balcony or terrace. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast in the main restaurant, refreshing cocktails and delicious food at the poolside bar (open to the public), and drinks at the main indoor bar. Additional amenities include 24/7 reception, free and fast Wi-Fi throughout, and a dedicated staff committed to ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable stay.

Your stay
Check-in
28 Aug 2026
From 15:00
Check-out
31 Aug 2026
Until 11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Hotel safe charge applies Massage charge applies Car hire charge applies Transfer service charge applies Poolside snack bar charge applies Late Check-out charge applies
Amenities & services

37 facilities across 7 categories.

Facilities
17
  • Car park
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Garage
  • Transfer service
  • Car hire
  • Multilingual staff
  • Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
  • Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
  • Wi-fi
  • Late Check-out
  • Library
  • Lift access
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Terrace
  • Wired Internet
Location
10
  • Number of floors (annexe) (2)
  • Twin rooms (10)
  • Family rooms (8)
  • Triple rooms (8)
  • Double rooms (34)
  • Total number of rooms (60)
  • Connecting rooms
  • Number of floors (main building) (2)
  • Year of construction (1987)
  • Year of most recent renovation (2025)
Catering
3
  • Non-smoking area
  • Bar
  • Poolside snack bar
Entertainment
3
  • Parasols
  • TV lounge
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
Meals
2
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Health
1
  • Massage
Room types at this hotel

13 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · Bl
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Standard
Sleeps 1–2
Double · St 1
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Su
Sleeps 1–4
Dbt · Bl
Sleeps 1–6
Dbt · Gv
Sleeps 1–6
Dbt · Su
Sleeps 1–6
Jsu · Standard
Sleeps 1–5
Single · Standard
Sleeps 1
Triple · Bl
Sleeps 1–3
Triple · Standard
Sleeps 1–5
Twn · Bl
Sleeps 1–4

+ 1 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel

Location

Matala; Heraklion; Crete Island, MATALA Iraklion

Distance from key points
  • City centre
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Entertainment Area
  • Airport
  • Bus/Train station
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 15:00
  • Check-outUntil 11:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • MasterCard
  • EuroCard
  • Visa
  • Maestro

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Early departure
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Self check-in
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Elea Terra Hotel?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Elea Terra Hotel?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Elea Terra Hotel accepts MasterCard, EuroCard, Visa, Maestro. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Elea Terra Hotel offer?

Key amenities at Elea Terra Hotel include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Bar, 24-hour reception, Small pets allowed (under 5 kg). A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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From / stay
AED 1,021
3 nights · taxes in