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Danaides

Dimokratias 75
Rated 8.6 in 144 reviews

Danaides is a charming hotel in the vibrant coastal town of Malia, Greece, offering a serene escape for travelers seeking both comfort and convenience. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, Danaides combines traditional Greek hospitality with modern amenities, ensuring a pleasant stay for all who visit. The hotel features tastefully decorated rooms that provide a relaxing retreat after a day of exploring the beautiful surroundings.

Guests of Danaides can enjoy a selection of amenities designed to enhance their experience. The outdoor pool area is particularly inviting, surrounded by lush gardens and sun loungers, making it an ideal spot for relaxation. The on-site restaurant serves a variety of delectable dishes, often made with fresh, local ingredients, giving visitors a taste of authentic Cretan cuisine.

The hotel's location is advantageous, with easy access to Malia's stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and historical sites. Guests can engage in various activities and excursions, ranging from water sports to exploring nearby archaeological treasures.

At Danaides, the staff is dedicated to providing personalized service, ensuring each guest feels welcomed and valued. Whether traveling for leisure or seeking a base for adventure, Danaides offers a tranquil atmosphere complemented by the natural beauty of Crete, making it a memorable destination for all who stay.

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Climate and Weather

January
 15°
 7°
 17°
 4
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
February
 15°
 7°
 16°
 5
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
March
 17°
 8°
 16°
 7
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
April
 20°
 11°
 17°
 9
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
May
 24°
 15°
 20°
 11
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
June
 28°
 19°
 23°
 12
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
July
 30°
 22°
 25°
 13
Sun hours / day
 31
Rain free days
August
 29°
 22°
 26°
 12
Sun hours / day
 31
Rain free days
September
 27°
 20°
 24°
 10
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
October
 24°
 17°
 22°
 8
Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
November
 20°
 13°
 20°
 6
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
December
 17°
 9°
 18°
 5
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
Malia Palace
Malia Palace
Historical site on Crete, Greece
2.7km / 1.7mi
Museum Lychnostatis
Museum Lychnostatis
Museum in Limenas Chersonisou, Herakleion, Greece
5km / 3.1mi
Aquaworld Aquarium
Natural history museum in Hersonissos, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
7.4km / 4.6mi
Sisi
Minoan archaeological site in Lasithi, Crete
6.5km / 4mi
The Crete Golf Club
Golf course in Greece
8.7km / 5.4mi
St. George Sarandaris
St. George Sarandaris
Chapel in Chersonissos
8.8km / 5.5mi
Karfi
Karfi
Human settlement
8.7km / 5.4mi
Agia Fotini Cave
Cave on Crete with Minoan finds
9.1km / 5.7mi
Monastery Vidiani
Monastery Vidiani
Monastery in Crete, Greece
10.4km / 6.4mi
Psychro Cave;Cave of Zeus
Psychro Cave;Cave of Zeus
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13.9km / 8.6mi
Lyctus
Lyctus
City in ancient Crete
12.2km / 7.6mi
Metropolitan Church of Megali Panagia
Metropolitan Church of Megali Panagia
Church building in Neapoli, Crete, Greece
13.7km / 8.5mi
Dreros
Dreros
Archaeological site in Greece
15.3km / 9.5mi
Papoura Hill Circular Structure
Papoura Hill Circular Structure
2000-1700 BCE Minoan structural ensemble discovered in 2024
14.6km / 9.1mi
Kremasta Monastery
Kremasta Monastery
Monastery in Agios Nikolaos Municipality, Greece
14.2km / 8.8mi
Cretaquarium
Cretaquarium
Aquarium in Gournes, Crete, Greece
17km / 10.6mi
Κardamoutsa Monastery
Monastery in Crete
19.9km / 12.4mi
Watercity Waterpark
Water park in Greece
19.3km / 12mi
Niros Archaeological Site
Niros Archaeological Site
Archaeological site in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
19.8km / 12.3mi
Areti Monastery
Areti Monastery
Monastery in Agios Nikolaos Municipality, Crete Region, Greece
19.8km / 12.3mi
Lato
Lato
Ancient city of Crete
21.1km / 13.1mi
Tower of Stamnoi
Medieval tower in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
20.3km / 12.6mi
Vigla at Yialou Kefali
Lasithi
21.8km / 13.5mi
Museum Rodanthi
Museum Rodanthi
21.9km / 13.6mi
Panagia Kera
Panagia Kera
Church building in Kritsa, Crete Region, Greece
22.8km / 14.2mi
Tower of Ambela
Lasithi
22.3km / 13.9mi
Amnisos Villa of the Lilies
Amnisos Villa of the Lilies
Minoan villa
23.7km / 14.7mi
Schisma
Tourist beach
23.8km / 14.8mi
Olous
Olous
Sunken settlement in Greece
24.8km / 15.4mi
Spinalonga fort
Spinalonga fort
Fort on the island of Spinalonga, Greece
25.1km / 15.6mi
Archaeological Museum
Archaeological Museum
Museum in Crete, Greece
25.3km / 15.7mi
St. Nikolaos
St. Nikolaos
25km / 15.6mi
Disinfection building
Disinfection building
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25.1km / 15.6mi
Folklore Museum
Museum in Lasithi, Crete
25.7km / 16mi
Castle of Meleses
Castle of Meleses
Herakleion
25.1km / 15.6mi
Kitroplatia
Kitroplatia
Tourist beach
26km / 16.1mi
Arkalochori
Arkalochori
Archaeological site in Crete
24.2km / 15.1mi
Scaramella Semibastion
Scaramella Semibastion
Semi-bastion on the south-east side of the island
25.3km / 15.7mi
Rangone Redent
Rangone Redent
Two-sided, arrowhead shape fortification (a redan) on the east side of the island
25.2km / 15.7mi
Leper Colony Cemetery
Leper Colony Cemetery
Cemetery on the Donato bastion of the Spinalonga fortress
25.2km / 15.7mi
Mezzaluna Moceniga
Mezzaluna Moceniga
Semi-circular bastion on the hill on the south side of the island
25.2km / 15.6mi
Donato Bastion
Donato Bastion
Bastion with a southern and an eastern front on the south side of the island
25.2km / 15.7mi
Mezzaluna Michiel
Mezzaluna Michiel
Semi-circular bastion on the north side of the island
25.2km / 15.6mi
Tripartite Building
Tripartite Building
Accommodation consisting of three vaulted cylindrical arches from the Venetian period
25.1km / 15.6mi
Main Gate
Main Gate
Gate on the west side of the coastal fortification
25.1km / 15.6mi

What to do in Malia and near Danaides

Malia Palace
Malia Palace
Historical site on Crete, Greece
2.7km / 1.7mi
Museum Lychnostatis
Museum Lychnostatis
Museum in Limenas Chersonisou, Herakleion, Greece
5km / 3.1mi
Aquaworld Aquarium
Natural history museum in Hersonissos, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
7.4km / 4.6mi
Sisi
Minoan archaeological site in Lasithi, Crete
6.5km / 4mi
The Crete Golf Club
Golf course in Greece
8.7km / 5.4mi
St. George Sarandaris
St. George Sarandaris
Chapel in Chersonissos
8.8km / 5.5mi
Karfi
Karfi
Human settlement
8.7km / 5.4mi
Agia Fotini Cave
Cave on Crete with Minoan finds
9.1km / 5.7mi
Monastery Vidiani
Monastery Vidiani
Monastery in Crete, Greece
10.4km / 6.4mi
Psychro Cave;Cave of Zeus
Psychro Cave;Cave of Zeus
Cave near Psychro village, Crete, Greece
13.9km / 8.6mi
Lyctus
Lyctus
City in ancient Crete
12.2km / 7.6mi
Metropolitan Church of Megali Panagia
Metropolitan Church of Megali Panagia
Church building in Neapoli, Crete, Greece
13.7km / 8.5mi
Dreros
Dreros
Archaeological site in Greece
15.3km / 9.5mi
Papoura Hill Circular Structure
Papoura Hill Circular Structure
2000-1700 BCE Minoan structural ensemble discovered in 2024
14.6km / 9.1mi
Kremasta Monastery
Kremasta Monastery
Monastery in Agios Nikolaos Municipality, Greece
14.2km / 8.8mi
Cretaquarium
Cretaquarium
Aquarium in Gournes, Crete, Greece
17km / 10.6mi
Κardamoutsa Monastery
Monastery in Crete
19.9km / 12.4mi
Watercity Waterpark
Water park in Greece
19.3km / 12mi
Niros Archaeological Site
Niros Archaeological Site
Archaeological site in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
19.8km / 12.3mi
Areti Monastery
Areti Monastery
Monastery in Agios Nikolaos Municipality, Crete Region, Greece
19.8km / 12.3mi
Lato
Lato
Ancient city of Crete
21.1km / 13.1mi
Tower of Stamnoi
Medieval tower in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
20.3km / 12.6mi
Vigla at Yialou Kefali
Lasithi
21.8km / 13.5mi
Museum Rodanthi
Museum Rodanthi
21.9km / 13.6mi
Panagia Kera
Panagia Kera
Church building in Kritsa, Crete Region, Greece
22.8km / 14.2mi
Tower of Ambela
Lasithi
22.3km / 13.9mi
Amnisos Villa of the Lilies
Amnisos Villa of the Lilies
Minoan villa
23.7km / 14.7mi
Schisma
Tourist beach
23.8km / 14.8mi
Olous
Olous
Sunken settlement in Greece
24.8km / 15.4mi
Spinalonga fort
Spinalonga fort
Fort on the island of Spinalonga, Greece
25.1km / 15.6mi

About Malia

Malia, Greece, offers a blend of historical sites, natural beauty, and vibrant nightlife. One of the key attractions is the Minoan Palace of Malia, which dates back to the Bronze Age. This archaeological site provides insight into ancient civilization and showcases impressive ruins that are worth exploring.

For those interested in the beach, Malia Beach is a popular destination. It features a long stretch of sand and clear waters, making it ideal for sunbathing and swimming. Nearby, you can find beach bars and restaurants that enhance the seaside experience.

If you enjoy nature, the Lasithi Plateau is accessible from Malia and presents a picturesque landscape. Visitors can explore the serene surroundings, traditional windmills, and local villages, offering a glimpse into rural life in Crete.

Nightlife in Malia is vibrant, with numerous bars and clubs catering to different tastes. The Strip is the hub of nightlife, featuring a variety of venues where you can enjoy music and dance.

For a taste of local culture, consider visiting the Malia Archaeological Museum, which houses artifacts from the Minoan period and provides context to the region's rich history. Additionally, exploring the charming streets of Malia town allows for a relaxed experience, with shops and cafes reflecting the local lifestyle.

Overall, Malia presents a diverse range of activities that cater to history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking leisure by the sea.




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