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Zafiria

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Beach of Matala

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Exterior
Property grounds
Standard Room
Exterior
Standard Room | Bathroom
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
    RestaurantRestaurant
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

1:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Explore the area

Map
Matala, Faistos, Crete Island, 70200
  • Popular LocationBeach of Matala1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCaves of Matala1 min drive
  • Popular LocationMatala Caves12 min drive
  • AirportHeraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)65 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Rollaway/extra beds
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Matala

Zafiria places you steps from Beach of Matala and within a short 5-minute stroll of Roman Caves. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and a poolside bar. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a children's swimming pool. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .With a stay at this Faistos hotel, you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Red Beach and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Matala Caves.

What's nearby

  • Beach of Matala - 1 min walk
  • Red Beach - 13 min walk
  • Caves of Matala - 1 min drive
  • Komos Beach - 5 min drive
  • Matala Caves - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪365 ALL DAY Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Plaka Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Port Side Matala - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scala - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boho - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Zafiria

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Beach of Matala
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Zafiria also features a children's pool, express check-in, and express check-out.

  • 1 building
  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Zafiria offers 59 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Outdoors

  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Shower

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and Eurocard.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 6 PM

Property is also known as

Zafiria
Zafiria Faistos
Zafiria Hotel
Zafiria Hotel Faistos
Zafiria Faistos
Zafiria Hotel Faistos

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Zafiria?

Zafiria offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Zafiria?

As of 30 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zafiria on 1 July 2024 start from AU$128.49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Zafiria?

Yep, Zafiria is a short 1-minute walk from Beach of Matala.

Does Zafiria have a pool?

Zafiria has a pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9 AM to 6 PM.

What makes Zafiria a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Zafiria.

Does Zafiria serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Zafiria?

No, Zafiria does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Zafiria?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Zafiria?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Zafiria?

No, pets are not allowed.

Zafiria Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 127 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lucille

Liked: Staff & service
Nice Stay.
Hotel was fine for a couple nights. Everything was clean enough for our stay. Pool is very nice. Location is perfect. Breakfast was good. We really loved the area and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Great location- mediocre room.
Location was perfect for easy access to the area. Parking was surprisingly easy knowing the area but it is a small lot so I could see it being difficult at times. What I am most disappointed in is the room location. It was on the backside of the hotel next to the swimming pool so no great view. I asked and rooms facing the street with balconies are not available on hotels.com, they must be booked through the property directly. The photos are a little misleading. If you’re okay with a small room and no view but a great location, then this place is not a bad option.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Ioannis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Zafiria is an average hotel located in a very touristic area, which is the only reason for it's baffling longevity. The room was small and the swimming pool was right outside our window door. Now that was awful. The breakfast at the hotel was probably the worst we've ever seen. The buffet was poor to say the least. On the other hand, the hotel staff was very polite and helpful, which was refreshing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was perfect walking distance to the beach and all restaurants, we had a nice big patio and beautiful sunset. Breakfast wasn’t the greatest but that’s okay everything else was great esp for the cheap price of the room. Pool area was nice too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gaye, Hastings

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was very convenient to walk to everything we needed. Unfortunately we had a room across the road & it was above their coffee shop, so it was noisy early in the morning. The shower needs attention as we were unable to attach the shower head so had to shower with one hand. There was a fridge in the room, but no kettle. Breakfast was included, but very basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denielle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Uri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are extremely kind and did everything to accommodate our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Greece at its best.
Typical Greek hotel, a little dated but very pleasant staff, the hotel really suited the location, we had fantastic views of the beach and caves. The cost of the holiday is value second to none. I loved it there and I'll definitely be returning.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed it
2nd visit here.. still lovely, friendly staff & good breakfast selection
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel for the money
Great location to the center of Matala. Rooms are clean and well maintained. Pool area is awesome after a day at the beach. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place in center of Matala
Great hotel! Everyone was very friendly, room was simple but nice and clean, and they have generous check in and check out times. I'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Henk, Rotterdam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant location in Matala. If you are fortunate and have a room on the second or third floor you will have a wonderful view on Matala's characteristic rock formation. We liked the terrace for breakfast. Staff was friendly and helpful. Pleasant cost/quality ratio.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Emmanouil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
convenient. Good buffet breakfast. Friendly staff. It was noisy at night but it was the Matala festival weekend. The pool wasn't very clean, very cloudy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The reception was nice. But there was no parking anywhere close to the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
OK
OK, but a little worn around the edges. Wifi is very spotty. Some minor things like lunens being a bit old, loose wall outlets, but no major issues. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In the centre of town Bed linen could be updated Breakfast was basic but every you need
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb Hotel and Location
Superb hotel with all facilities in Matala on your door step The staff are welcoming professional friendly and courteous Breakfast was very good with an excellent variety of continental style products Room was spacious, comfortable and very clean I would highly recommend a stay here and will be return on my next visit to Crete and Matay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, centrally located, great view, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Christine, Havelock North, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel central to everything
An average hotel central to the bus stop, shops, café/restaurants & beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan huckerby, Leeds England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel close to the beach and restaurants
We always stop at this hotel when we are in matala.Very friendly staff that speak good English.There is a lift to all floors.Best bathrooms in Crete with modern shower cubicles.Rooms cleaned everyday and great view of sea and caves from the balcony.Double glazed patio doors onto the balcony that keep out any road no ice.Great buffet breakfast with a good selection of food.The only thing I can think of to improve this hotel is a kettle and tea and coffee making facilities and a t.v.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Erika

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We would try a different hotel
We'd try a different hotel if we're going to Matala again. - Location of hotel is good - Breakfast is mediocre - Parking lot was full, we had to find street parking or pay at city lot - We got to single beds, although we had requested a double - Bathroom was ok - Bed and mattress were not that comfortable - No safe in the room - Fridge in the room was broken - Only one electrical outlet available to charge cameras/cell phones, etc - Decor was pretty bad, ugly furniture, plain walls, tired ceramic floors, ceiling was full of stains and not painted - Swimming pool area is nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017