Based on 92 hotel reviews
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8.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.0
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Free Wifi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 19, 2024
Alexandru
Romania• a bit of an odd smell from the bathroom which is quite common due to humidity
I had a great stay and a lovely time in Matala. The location is so good, right in the centre - two minutes and you’re at the main beach. Plenty of restaurants around, the bus station is also a short walking distance. The lady was very kind. The place has a nice terrace. Also my room had a small private terrace/space outside. Spacious room, very quiet. I had a good sleep there and it was a great choice for spending one night in Matala and exploring the beaches around.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 31, 2024
Attila
HungaryA general issue in Crete that paper can't be thrown in the toilet.
The owners very very nice and helpful, the room was comfortable, equipped with a small refrigerator, but a bit small. We had a small terrace where we could dry our swimming suits and towels.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 21, 2024
Sheryl
New ZealandDifficult to find. Google map directions misleading so would have appreciated directions from the hosts to clarify this….also more information about where to park.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 23, 2024
Digna
Latvianeighbours were loud
Owners are great and rooms was clean
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: July 2, 2024
Michael
AustraliaThe room was adequate and had a balcony but no tv. Everyone watched the football on the large screen at the cafe on the corner.
Very pleasant hotel central to the cafes and beach. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and wifi and a/c worked well and appreciated the small fridge. There was some free roadside parking further up the road. It had a feel good feeling to it and would happily return.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Alberto
ItalyView from the room was not as expected
Position great, just a stone throw from the beach
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 24, 2024
Cynthia
United States of AmericaParking guy (dad of hotel) gruffly wanted more money at parking lot for a half hour. Was not told there would be extra if we hung out at hotel for a bit. But ok.... lol
Staff great as well as location. I like the configuration of my room and second time Ive booked this room.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 10, 2024
Rees
United KingdomNo kettle, there could have been better directions
It was quaint
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
Cynthia
United States of AmericaShower- water everywhere! (Curtain too short.) check in man not super friendly but exit gals were great.
Great location, had 3 beds up a flight of stairs. Little kitchen too! Tiny view of Matala over rooftops. Parking nearby.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: October 17, 2023
Thomas
United KingdomNothing
Location and helpful staff. The big terrace was a lovely addition
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 15, 2023
Justyna
PolandIt is worth adding a clothes/towel dryer on the balcony
great location, close to the beach (walking distance of 2-3 min); clean room; nice balcony; lovely and helpful staff, great family atmosphere; good value for money; free parking;
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 27, 2023
Karl
GreecePleasant and central
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 23, 2023
Charlotte
United KingdomGreat location minutes from the centre and the beach. Very comfortable bed, clean room, everything you need.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Garth
United KingdomBit basic but adequate
Staff made me very welcome
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 1, 2023
Catalin
RomaniaClean Location Staff
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 25, 2023
Martin
AustriaGreat location next street to the very center of Matala, room was cool without having to use the air-condition. The beaches are close and Hotel Sofia has umbrellas for the the guests, so you don't have to pay for one at the beach every day. Γιώργος is an excellent host, we had a great Raki!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: June 28, 2023
Daniel
United States of AmericaThe location is amazing - very close to shops, restaurants, and the main beach in Matala. But tucked away on a quiet street, so that our time at the hotel was restful. It's a family-run business, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. I had made a mistake with my booking and they were very accommodating. I'd highly recommend Hotel Sofia!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 22, 2023
Lorraine
United KingdomVery small bathroom but was adequate for a night or 2
Lovely friendly hotel. Excellent location for beach ,tavernas and shops all within seconds of coming out of hotel.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 14, 2023
Iftach
United States of Americagreat location. very comfortable room. clean. super welcoming!! we were very happy!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 7, 2023
Pamela
Canadathe bathroom could use an update
hotel Sofia is in a great location, walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 10, 2023
Paul
United KingdomGood central location. Hosts very friendly. Rooms basic but clean and functional for one night.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: November 27, 2022
Vojtěch
Czech RepublicEverything was nice.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 20, 2022
Rosalind
United KingdomLovely hotel close to beach and facilities
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 31, 2022
Panagiota
BelgiumVery good location with a parking place. Staff was polite. Room clean with a nice terrace. Calm and silent. Good value for money.
Stayed in August 2022
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