About this property
Hotel Sofia is in a quiet area of Matala, yet close to the center and its shops, bars and restaurants. It is just 164 feet away from the sandy beach and 20 minutes from the famous Red beach. The small family-run hotel offers rooms with air conditioning and refrigerators. Each has its own private bathroom with shower and WC, and balcony or terrace. The large common courtyard is available and offers seating areas to cool off and relax. Here guests can have an a la carte breakfast menu or enjoy a cold drink after a hot day on the beach. A reading corner with books is also available. Staff at the front desk can arrange taxi transfer from and to Chania and Heraklion Airport upon surcharge.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michael
United States“Location was great, staff and host were very friendly and helpful....rooms were very clean, and it had a nice patio for drying clothes. Air conditioner work great.” - Gina United States“The location was perfect and the staff was so accommodating from the very start. I can’t wait to come back to Matala and I will definitely be staying here again.”
- Jörg
Belgium“The kitchen was quite old-fashioned but sufficiently equipped—especially the fridge with the ice box. The main room was clean and sufficiently big, with a perfect bed. The bath was very small but clean. The highlight of our room (all guests have...” 
Alexandru
Romania“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...”- Cynthia United States“Staff great as well as location. I like the configuration of my room and second time Ive booked this room.”
- Brian
Spain“Excellent customer service Very close to town and 🏖️” - Sava
Serbia“The hotel is just 30m from the main street and the beach, so everything is super close. It has great surroundings with green trees, and the hotel has a garden bar (and a reception). The room was spacious, with air-conditioning and a terrace...” - Casey United States“Great location, easy parking, friendly owners. A small room was all we needed for a couple days at the beach. As a bonus, beach umbrellas were available for us to use!”
Iftach United States“great location. very comfortable room. clean. super welcoming!! we were very happy!”- Pamela
Canada“hotel Sofia is in a great location, walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants.”
Hotel area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Hotel Sofia of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
License number: 1039Κ011Α0179800
