Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Malia

High Beach *****

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Location

Located directly on the long, gently sloping sandy beach of Malia. Numerous shopping and entertainment facilities, bars, and discos are in the immediate vicinity. The center of Malia is about 800 m away. The distance to Heraklion Airport is approximately 35 km.
Aerial view of a beach with umbrellas and sea waves reaching the shore.
Outdoor dining area with wooden chairs overlooking calm sea at sunset.
Beach resort with rows of palm-thatched umbrellas by the sea under a clear blue sky.
A beach with rows of umbrellas and sunbeds facing calm blue sea and a small rocky island.
Modern hotel with balconies under a clear blue sky and palm trees in the foreground.

Facilities

Bright hotel lobby with modern wooden reception and hanging woven light fixtures.
Bright hotel lobby with white sofas, wooden tables, green mats, and large windows showing garden.
Outdoor bar area with wooden furniture, stools, and plants in warm sunlight.
Outdoor restaurant seating with wooden chairs and tables under shade near the beach.
Hotel reception with two staff behind the desk and a guest walking by.
Modern hotel pool area with bar, beige furniture, and palm trees under clear sky.
Sunlit outdoor dining table set with white cloths, glasses, and silverware in a relaxed terrace setting.
Bright, spacious lounge with white walls, wooden furniture, and large windows.
Modern kitchen counter with wooden blinds and a fruit bowl on the right.
Silhouettes of people on a waterfront deck during sunset with string lights overhead.
Sunny garden with green grass, trees, and patio of a terracotta roof house.
Sunny resort with palm trees, pool, and beige buildings under a clear blue sky.
Outdoor lounge area with wicker chairs and palm trees overlooking a calm sea at sunset.
Sunny hotel pool area with lounge chairs and peach-colored buildings under a clear blue sky.
The charming complex, spread across nine buildings, offers a total of 144 rooms, a reception area with a 24-hour front desk, high-speed Wi-Fi (included), the "Estia" main restaurant, the rooftop à la carte restaurant "Elia", as well as three bars and the "Veranda" pool bar restaurant. The well-maintained outdoor area features a sun terrace, 4 swimming pools (one of which is heated), a separate children's pool, and a whirlpool. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included both by the pool and on the beach.

Accommodation

Double Room

Tastefully furnished with bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, slippers, toiletries, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, Nespresso coffee machine (daily refill of espresso capsules included), coffee/tea station, mini-fridge (daily refill of one bottle of mineral water included), safety deposit box for rent, and balcony or terrace (D/DI). Also bookable as a budget room without slippers (SSZ).

Bright hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a balcony with tropical greenery.
Bright hotel room with twin beds, TV, coffee machine, and balcony door with mountain view.
Bright hotel room with double bed and sliding door to balcony with outdoor chairs
Modern bathroom connected to a bright bedroom with balcony and tropical plants.

Deluxe Double Room

The Deluxe Rooms are slightly more spacious and better equipped, with the same amenities as the double rooms, plus a 43'' Smart TV, premium toiletries, bathrobes, beach towels, and a small seating area (DD2/D2I). A sofa bed is available for a third person in the room.
For bookings made by March 31, 2026, for the 2026 summer season, two sun loungers and one umbrella on the beach are pre-reserved for guests by the hotel, indicating the room number.

Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View

With the same amenities as the Deluxe Double Rooms, these rooms offer a side sea view. Additionally, two sun loungers and an umbrella on the beach are pre-reserved for guests by the hotel, indicating the room number (DDS/ID2).

Maisonette

The ground floor features a living area with 1-2 sofa beds, a shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, telephone, two satellite TVs, coffee/tea station, premium toiletries, Nespresso coffee machine (espresso capsules included), mineral water (one bottle included daily), beach towels (included), bathrobes, and slippers, a mini-fridge, and a terrace. The first floor has a separate bedroom (access via a staircase in an open maisonette style, M2).

Cozy hotel room with double bed, bedside tables, wall lamps, and a dressing table with a mirror.
Modern room with wooden staircase, desk, TV, and a small fridge.
Modern living room with gray sofa, wall art, and staircase with metal railing.
Bright hotel room with a double bed, colorful chair, TV, and white walls.
Modern hotel room with single beds, wooden headboards, and a colorful throw blanket.
Modern hotel room with bed, desk, chair, TV, and a red wardrobe in a white interior.

Deluxe Family Room

The Deluxe Family Rooms consist of two separate bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with two single beds. Additionally, the rooms have a bath or shower/WC, hairdryer, premium toiletries, two individually adjustable air conditioners, telephone, two Smart TVs, Wi-Fi, Nespresso coffee machine (espresso capsules included), coffee/tea station, mineral water (one bottle included daily), beach towels (included), bathrobes, and slippers, as well as garden or pool view (2XF).

Junior Suite Sea View Aquamarine

The spacious Junior Suites Sea View Aquamarine consist of a combined living/sleeping area with a king-size bed and a sofa bed, as well as a seating area. They feature a bathroom with a hydromassage bathtub and WC (some suites offer an additional separate shower cubicle), premium toiletries, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, 55" Smart TV, Nespresso coffee machine (espresso capsules included), mineral water (one bottle included daily), mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks upon arrival (refill at a charge), beach towels (included), and a balcony or terrace with sea view (J2M). Additionally, two sun loungers and an umbrella on the beach are reserved for guests. A welcome package with snacks, mineral water, and a bottle of wine is also provided upon arrival.

Cozy balcony with cushioned chair, small table, drinks, overlooking sea under clear blue sky.
Modern bathroom with white sink, red countertop, toilet, mirror, and glass shower door
Bright, modern hotel room with a comfortable bed, wooden furniture, and a large mirror.
Modern bathroom with bathtub, glass shower screen, and a large mirror above the sink.
Modern hotel room with bed, glass shower, TV, sofa, and ocean view window.
Two orange cocktails on a table overlooking the blue sea and a distant island under a clear sky.

Suite Diamond Beach Sea View

The Suite Diamond Beach Sea View has the same amenities as the Junior Suite Sea View Aquamarine, but is slightly larger and offers a fantastic sea view due to its beachfront location (SDM). Additionally, two sun loungers and an umbrella on the beach are reserved for guests.

Emerald Suite Sea View

With the same amenities as the Junior Suite Sea View Aquamarine, the Emerald Suites Sea View, designed in an open-plan style, are considerably more spacious, offering perfect conditions for restful comfort (S2M). Additionally, two sun loungers and an umbrella on the beach are reserved for guests.

Spacious hotel room with modern furniture, a large bed, sofa, and neutral tones.
Modern bathroom with white bathtub, double sink, large mirror, and doorway leading to bedroom.
Modern hotel room with large bed, floral bedding, sofa, and balcony with water view.
Spacious living room with beige sofas, wooden coffee table, and modern open kitchen.
Stone terrace with chairs and table overlooking palm tree and clear blue sky.
Bright hotel suite with white sofa, wooden tables, and ocean view through large windows.
Modern white kitchen with wooden slat partition and beige pillows on sofa.

Pasiphae Beachfront Villa

This exclusive and luxurious villa extends over two floors. The ground floor features an approximately 50 m² open-plan area combining the living room and a fully equipped kitchen with a bathroom with shower/WC. The first floor has a similarly approximately 50 m² bedroom, equipped with a king-size bed and two sofa beds, with a private WC and hydromassage bathtub, offering ultimate relaxation with breathtaking sea views. A private 55 m² garden, perfect for enjoying the sun and sea in a quiet and secluded environment, is also part of the villa. Furthermore, the villa offers additional amenities such as premium toiletries, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, two 55" Smart TVs, Nespresso coffee machine (espresso capsules included), mineral water (one bottle included daily), mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks upon arrival (refill at a charge), beach towels, and a welcome package upon arrival (snacks, mineral water, and a bottle of wine). Additionally, two reserved sun loungers on the beach are available (H2V, bookable only on request).

Board

All Inclusive/Ultra All Inclusive

All main meals are served buffet-style.
Appropriate attire is requested during meals.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast (7:30 AM - 10:30 AM), lunch (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM), and dinner (6:30 PM - 9:30 PM) are served buffet-style. Children's buffet for lunch and dinner, featuring items like fish, pasta, french fries, and pizza. Early bird breakfast is available from 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM, and a late riser breakfast from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
Snacks, ice cream, and waffles are included from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the "Tropicana Vitamin Pool Bar".
The pizzeria "Il Forno" serves homemade pizza from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Local non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages such as soft drinks, juices, wine, and beer, coffee, and tea are included from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM at the respective open bar.
Once per stay, a 4-course meal at the "Veranda" restaurant or a 5-course meal at the "Elia" restaurant is included (reservation required one day in advance).
Once per stay, access to the cocktail bar is also included (reservation required).

Ultra All Inclusive

In addition to the above-mentioned services, local and selected international non-alcoholic and alcoholic branded drinks, such as whiskey (Johnnie Walker, Haig, Mackenzie, Red Label, and many more), rum (e.g., Havana Club, Bacardi), gin, tequila, martini, brandy, vodka, soft drinks, juices, cocktails, wine, and beer, coffee, and tea are included from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM at the respective open bar.
Access to the adult-only bar "Sunset," which serves international alcoholic beverages, cocktails, long drinks, branded spirits, wine, beer, and soft drinks (Black Labels at a charge) from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM (May to October), is included (reservation required).
Once per stay, a 5-course meal at the à la carte restaurant "Elia" and a 4-course meal at the "Veranda" restaurant are included for all room types (reservation required at least one day in advance).

Sports included

Table tennis, Padel (floodlight for a fee), darts, gym, and outdoor fitness area. Also, a mini-football field and mini-basketball court.

Sports for a fee

Billiards and water sports on the beach (local providers).

Kids' Programme

Children's pool and playground.
From 2026, age-appropriate entertainment with themed activities, sports and team games, as well as art and craft workshops.
Sunny garden with artificial grass, trees, and outdoor wooden play equipment.

Wellness

Calm spa room with blue lighting and comfortable massage beds.
Wooden sauna interior with benches and a stack of dark towels
Relaxing indoor pool with starry ceiling lights and mosaic tiled walls.
Massages and various beauty treatments, manicure, pedicure, facial and body treatments, as well as sauna and hammam (all for a fee).

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi (high-speed) is included throughout the complex. Beach towels are available (one free change per day/person, further changes for a fee of €5 per person). Room service, beach service, minibar, laundry service, babysitting, and doctor available for a fee.

Credit Card

MasterCard, Visa, and Amex are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Shopping facilities
  • Fitness
  • Kids' Club/Mini Club
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Sandy Beach
  • Children's Playground
  • Children's Pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Golf
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Bicycle Rental
  • Family Friendly
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Enhanced Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices that actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

Pets are not allowed.
Hotel Contact:
High Beach
Phone: 00302897031738
Fax: 00302897032293
Email: info@highbeach.gr
In the catalog "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2025 on page 144.

Note on Climate Resilience Fee

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government levies a climate resilience fee, which is to be paid by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and, from January 1, 2025, ranges from €0.50 to €15 per day per room.
For stays during the high season (April 1 - October 31):
National category 1-2 stars: €2
National category 3 stars: €5
National category 4 stars: €10
National category 5 stars: €15
For stays during the low season (November 1 - March 31):
National category 1-2 stars: €0.50
National category 3 stars: €1.50
National category 4 stars: €3
National category 5 stars: €4

Country category

5 Sterne