Beach street ., Matala, 70200, Greece
#64 of 98 hotels in Matala
Guests' ChoiceBased on 18 apartment reviews
8.2Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.4
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Reviewed: 11 July 2024
Gaetano
ItalyThe bathroom is in a room below the level of the street with humidity handled with air dryer with some noise (we had to switch it off during the night)
Location very very convenient for the beach and the center of Matala (everything can be reached in 1 min walking). Beautiful view from the terrace. For us it was not a problem but consider that music from bars below the terrace is up until 2 am and sometimes later. The host is very kind and answers immediately to requests
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Rosalind
United KingdomA modern clean and comfortable apartment equipped with everything we needed. To the front is a lovely sea view. The location was great in the centre of town and close to bars and restaurants. The road itself is quiet with no traffic and few pedestrians, however there was noise late into the night from the bars so don't visit if you want a peaceful night!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 July 2023
חזי
IsraelA broken shutter, there was no hot water in the shower, they informed us of a problem when we entered and it was not taken care of
A large and well-equipped apartment, close to the beach
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Constantina
United StatesThe dampness of the bathroom area created a slight smell throughout.
Location was ideal and beautiful!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2022
Mika
Israeldamp smell. outside is messy and not privet. you actually sit in the ally on the roof of the restaurants with noise from the aircondition and music at night.
the location is super! just bring earplugs for the night ;)) the view from the window is amazing but the outside is a bit shabby, and not privet. but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 25 October 2021
Christopher
United KingdomNothing!
Amazing location overlooking Matala bay, and two minute walk to the beach. Loved the cave-bathroom.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 23 September 2024
Margaret
United KingdomQuite a challenge to find from the instructions- maybe show on a map with the bars mentioned in the instructions? Too noisy from the bars playing music until 3-4am- couldn’t sleep! The bedside lamps need to be plug in and not battery as they were so dim not worth bothering with
Quirky place and loved the bathroom Great view of the caves
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 21 September 2024
Anna
United KingdomIt was technically very noisy at night from the bars below, but it was of the 'musical' and rock variety rather than 'thumpy' dance type so it didn't bother me! It was loud on Fri, Sat, and Sun night till 2am, but I'm sure I don't remember anything late on Wed, Thurs. I really wouldn't let it put you off though ☺️
Loved everything about this apartment! What a view from the front door! We didn't cook for ourselves, but the kitchen looked adequately equipped if I'd wanted to. The place was clean, bed very comfy, air con worked well and quickly. And the bathroom is gorgeous! Easy access for checking in, and we had no need to contact the host while we were there. Would absolutely recommend this place, without any hesitation.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 25 July 2024
Jane
United KingdomNothing
This is such a sweet studio and location superb- loved it
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 24 August 2023
Diana
GermanyThe apartment is very beautiful inside, it had a fabulous view over the beach and had all the utensils we need.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Pamela
AustraliaThe broken toilet seat!
The location and view
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 7 June 2023
Γιωργος
CyprusIt rained and the toilet flooded , with very high humidity levels and the room was cold. We also founded a scorpion in the toilet
That they moved us to another room
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2022
Elizabeth
United KingdomThe apartment was absolutely beautiful, well equipped and the bathroom was fantastic. Monica and Nadine were so helpful and lovely. The location is perfect with a fabulous view and close to the tavernas and bars. We couldn't ask for better and will be going back to stay at Studio Rafaela again. 🥰❤
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 20 May 2022
Manuel
FranceSaturday night: restaurants blasting the music till 5am but that's the case throughout Crete and that certainly isn't the owner's fault.
Fantastic location: 30m from the center but in a street without foot traffic. Red Sand Beach 10mns away by foot and Matala beach 5mns away by foot. Super clean. Fun layout with the bathroom in the cave. View on the beach and sea.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 8 October 2021
Walter
ItalyI wouldn't change anything, it's already the best!!
Beautiful apartment in the center of Matala: absolutely amazing view of the cliff. Monika was really kind and friendly. Best apartment in which we stayed in Crete this year.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
John
NetherlandsThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 July 2022
Vaughn
CanadaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2022
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