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Ilios

in Malia , Crete T rating: 2 plus

In the centre of the nightlife
Bar with Sky TV
Less than 15 minutes from the beach

We heart the Ilios. It’s a top spot for your summer holiday, thanks to its wicked staff, tidy little pool and excellent bar with Sky TV. It gets better, too. The restaurant rustles up Greek and English classics, so you’ll be fully fuelled once it’s time to hit the clubs. Speaking of which, Malia’s nightlife is right on your doorstep.

Photos of Ilios

Ilios photo 1, Twin room, Ilios photo 3, Bars, Ilios photo 5, Ilios photo 6

Hotel features

"Up for a challenge? Head to the Help Bar, right in front of the hotel – this place invented the fishbowl cocktail back in 1995, and they’re still serving them big enough to dive into."

Facilities

Swimming pool with sunbeds, Bar with TV.

Other Information

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Only from Thomson

In the UK, this holiday is only available from the Thomson Group.

Our rating

2 plus

Official Rating

A Class

Sleeps up to

4 People max

No. of floors

No. of rooms

Room facilities

Self Catering studios sleep up to 3, One bedroom apartments sleep up to 3, Two bedroom apartments sleep up to 4 all with shower, WC, kitchenette with 2 cooking rings, fridge, air-conditioning and balcony or terrace. Rooms are located in 2 blocks either side of the road.

Location

You’ve got a choice here. If you don’t fancy the pool, you’re less than a 15-minute walk from the sandy beach. Better yet, when it’s time to paint the town red, you’re just seconds from Malia’s mental nightlife.

Location 1

Nightlife: In centre
Beach: 900m
Supermarket: 200m

Transfers

1 hour 30 minutes

Your guide to Malia, Crete

“Crete’s legendary party spot, buzzing Malia has everything you need for round-the-clock fun, including a knockout sandy beach.”

Malia has two faces to it. One is its original, old inland village awash with traditional Cretan serenity and charm. The other is big, brash, party-mad, non-stop Malia. And that’s the one that wins the day. Famous for its relentless energy, modern Malia doesn’t hold back when it comes to any of the holiday essentials. On Crete’s northern coast, it boasts a ravishing beach of satiny sands and vivid blue waters that’s quite literally, packed with action. A never-ending parade of watersports rentals offering pedaloes, ringos and jetskis run its length. Sun beds cover every patch of sand, backed by rows of cheerful beach bars and the occasional volleyball court. And the young crowds who come here in July and August to make Malia their own, lie immobile on their loungers, dozing off the night before. Away from the sands, the main ‘strip’ pulsates with bars, pubs and music spots with one mission in life – to supply full-on fun. In between, you’ll find a multitude of restaurants of every conceivable type and size, from Mexican, English, Chinese and Indian to even the occasional Greek taverna. When you fancy escaping, hop on a bus to quieter Stalia or Hersonissos with its picturesque harbour front. Or jump on board a boat and visit some of the beautiful beaches peppered along the coast. Make sure you’re back for Malia’s nightlife, though. From the moment the sun disappears here, its centre throbs with life. Head for a bar to start with, and then dive into the high-energy clubs and dance spots that take over when everything else closes. Be prepared to stay up late – the nightlife here ends at sunrise and not before.