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3-star property · Malia Crete

DESPINA APARTHOTEL BY PHILOXENIA HOTEL & SPA

Emmanouil Tsagaraki, 9, Malia Crete

3 star rating 3-star
Instant confirmation AED · taxes included
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Bar
24-hour reception
Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
Airport Shuttle
About this hotel

The Despina Hotel, located just outside the vibrant heart of Malia, offers comfortable and affordable accommodations for singles, couples, and families. A short stroll takes you to Malia's sandy beaches, shops, restaurants, and the charming old town. Guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a private balcony or terrace, a mini-fridge, a safe, and air conditioning in each room. Shared amenities with the sister property, Phil…

The Despina Hotel, located just outside the vibrant heart of Malia, offers comfortable and affordable accommodations for singles, couples, and families. A short stroll takes you to Malia's sandy beaches, shops, restaurants, and the charming old town. Guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a private balcony or terrace, a mini-fridge, a safe, and air conditioning in each room. Shared amenities with the sister property, Philoxenia Hotel & Spa, include a swimming pool, sunbeds, umbrellas, parking, reception, and breakfast. For an additional fee, guests can access the spa, sauna, jacuzzi, massage services, and the heated saltwater pool. Dinner is also available for an extra charge.

Your stay
Check-in
27 Aug 2026
14:00–03:00
Check-out
30 Aug 2026
06:00–11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

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

Transfer service charge applies
Amenities & services

30 facilities across 5 categories.

Facilities
20
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Luggage room
  • Wi-fi
  • Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
  • Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
  • Transfer service
  • Car hire
  • Garage
  • Car park
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Medical service
  • Laundry service
  • Wired Internet
  • Key Collection
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour reception
  • Garden
  • Hotel safe
Location
4
  • Year of most recent renovation (2022)
  • Triple rooms (4)
  • Connecting rooms
  • Total number of rooms (24)
Catering
3
  • Bar
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Swim-up bar
Entertainment
2
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Room types at this hotel

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

Dbt · Standard
Sleeps 1–3
Triple · Standard
Sleeps 2–3
Location

Emmanouil Tsagaraki, 9, Malia Crete

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Distance from key points
  • City centre —
  • Bus/Train station —
  • Golf course —
  • Entertainment Area —
  • Airport —
  • Harbour —
  • Beach —
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop —
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-in14:00–03:00
  • Check-out06:00–11:00

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

Payment at the hotel
  • MasterCard
  • Maestro
  • Visa

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

Things to keep in mind
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 DESPINA APARTHOTEL BY PHILOXENIA HOTEL & SPA?
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 DESPINA APARTHOTEL BY PHILOXENIA HOTEL & SPA?
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, DESPINA APARTHOTEL BY PHILOXENIA HOTEL & SPA accepts MasterCard, Maestro, Visa. 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 DESPINA APARTHOTEL BY PHILOXENIA HOTEL & SPA offer?
Key amenities at DESPINA APARTHOTEL BY PHILOXENIA HOTEL & SPA include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Bar, 24-hour reception, Large pets allowed (over 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 1,738
3 nights · taxes in