Miles of beaches and secret bays, impressive mountain ranges and steep cliffs, plus cultural wealth and genuine hospitality – with over 3,000 small and large islands, there is probably no other country in Europe as diverse as Greece. Its southernmost island, Crete, is approx. 300 days of sunshine a year, it is one of the two sunniest islands in the entire Mediterranean. No wonder nature lovers, culture enthusiasts, sports enthusiasts and beach vacationers alike are attracted to this fascinating place. The often praised Cretan hospitality is also very important to the owners of Cretan Malia Park, the two sisters Agapi and Costantza Sbokou. Chef Lefteris takes his guests to the hotel’s own herb and vegetable garden, for example, and lets them harvest regional ingredients. These are then prepared and tasted together. Here you can experience Crete up close, just as if you were invited into a Cretan home on a Sunday. The design hotel stands for responsible tourism and the involvement of its employees. The much-sung-about Greek wine is also the secret star of an invigorating full-body treatment: At The Cute Spa of the design hotel, wine from local grapes is blended with olive oil and figs to create a sustainable and natural tincture.
Photos: Cretan Malia Park
“Here you experience Crete as if you were invited into a Cretan home on a Sunday.”
Cretan Malia Park
One hotel, one design, one lifestyle: Cretan Malia Park is not just a relaxed design oasis with a stylish boho touch, but also a sustainable hotel concept entirely designed by women. This is where Greek lifestyle and contemporary design meet. The 204 rooms, bungalows and suites pay homage to the island’s architectural heritage and place the resort’s green gardens at the center. Oversized windows, natural materials and large paintings of native flora and fauna connect the indoor and outdoor areas. Feel-good ambience in hygge style! The Cretan Malia Park spoils its guests with culinary delights in the Mediterraneo, the Italian-inspired Almyra and the traditional Greek restaurant Mouries, which resembles a classic taverna – the focus is on regional and seasonal ingredients.
Cretan Malia Park, 700 07 Malia, Crete, Greece, cretanmaliapark.gr
