Offering sea-view studios, Marika Hotel is situated directly on Platania’s beachfront. Highlights include an outdoor pool with a pool bar restaurant by the sea and an Italian restaurant. The resort’s busy center is only 200 meters from the hotel. Guests can enjoy the breakfast buffet that is served by the sea. Snacks and drinks are available on the poolside. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Marika Hotel’s cafe bar also features a wide-screen TV for your entertainment. Platanias is located in west Crete, just 11 km west of Chania. Guests of the Marika also benefit from free parking on-site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Plataniás, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast info

Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
2 single beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
2 single beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
2 single beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
2 single beds
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Susanna
    Finland Finland
    Hotel was very comfortable and location was superb. Beach and city both right next to you! Easy access to all restaurants and shopping plus all tour operators and excursions. Our room was on top floor so it was quiet and ac was a must! First floor...
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel had a very good location being right on the seafront. It had good facilities including 2 nice pools. Enjoyed the buffet breakfast. Rooms were clean & comfortable. Would recommend.
  • Aleksander
    Poland Poland
    Very good location, beach bar where breakfast is served, direct access to the beach. Restaurants and shops nearby. Good looking rooms and two nice swimming pools.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Waves Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Greek • Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Cugini The Italian Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic

Facilities of Marika Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Coffee machine
    • Electric kettle
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Balcony
    • Garden
    2 swimming pools
    Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Fence around pool
    Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Pool bar
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Fence around pool
    Wellness
    • Kids' pool
    • Sun umbrellas
      Additional charge
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Food & Drink
    • Coffee house on site
    • Wine/champagne
    • Snack bar
    • Packed lunches
    • Bar
    • Restaurant
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Beach
    Outdoor & View
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Transport
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Strollers
    • Children's playground
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • Greek
    • English

    House rules

    Marika Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 00:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 00:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted Marika Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Marika Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    License number: 1024013

    FAQs about Marika Hotel

    • Marika Hotel has 2 restaurants:

      • Waves Restaurant
      • Cugini The Italian Restaurant

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Marika Hotel (subject to availability). These have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Marika Hotel (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Marika Hotel is 500 yards from the centre of Plataniás. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Marika Hotel on this page.

    • The prices at Marika Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Marika Hotel on this page.

    • Guests staying at Marika Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Buffet
      • Breakfast to go

    • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from Marika Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Marika Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Marika Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Children's playground
      • Beachfront
      • Beach
      • Swimming Pool

    • Check-in at Marika Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.