Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Matala

Elea Terra ***

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Location

The cozy Hotel Elea Terra is located on the quiet outskirts of the beautiful former fishing village of Matala, only approx. 550 m from the beach. The center of the picturesque village of Matala with some restaurants and bars is about 750 m from the hotel. The beautiful and popular red beach "Kokkini Ammos" is accessible via a hiking trail and is about 2.3 km away. Heraklion International Airport is about 65 km from "Elea Terra".
Landscape with valley, many buildings, and two bays between hills by the sea.
View from a hotel balcony over green trees and hills under a clear sky.
Outdoor view of a hotel with a pool, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background.
Balcony with table and chairs overlooking green landscape and white buildings under a blue sky

Facilities

Bright hotel reception area with wooden counter, chairs, and stairs in the background
Cozy hotel bar with wooden counter and seating in warm lighting.
Several people serve themselves at a buffet in a bright dining area with wooden ceiling beams.
Bright restaurant with wooden beam ceiling and large windows overlooking greenery.
Modern white buildings in a sunny setting with green plants and clear sky.
Large pool with umbrellas and hills in the background under clear sky
Covered outdoor seating area next to a white hotel building with trees and clear sky.
Cozy outdoor lounge with sofas and plants under a pergola in the hotel garden.
Cozy hotel waiting area with armchairs, sofa, and TV on wooden floor.
Swimming pool with palm trees and mountains in the background, view from a covered area
Terrace with white wooden tables and chairs next to a restaurant with a pergola.
Plate with fries, grilled meat, and flatbread on a table.
Plate with fresh salad, olives, cheese, and tomatoes, with a cup and flowers in the background.
Covered seating area with black chairs and tables next to a manicured lawn and outdoor tables.
White hotel building with balconies, palm trees, and hills in the background under a clear sky.
Narrow path with white buildings and blooming plants under a blue sky
The small, family-run hotel has been partially renovated in some areas for Summer 2024. It offers 60 rooms spread across three buildings, featuring a 24-hour reception, lobby, TV lounge, main bar, elevator (in the main building), Wi-Fi (included throughout the property), and a restaurant. The well-maintained outdoor area includes a swimming pool and a newly designed and furnished pool bar. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available free of charge by the pool, and for a fee on the beach.

Accommodation

Double Room

All rooms are equipped with a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning (for a fee), rental safe, Wi-Fi (included), telephone, flat-screen satellite TV, mini-fridge, coffee/tea station, iron (on request), and a balcony/terrace (D).
Also available for single use (DE).

Modern hotel room with double bed, white bedding and balcony with outdoor view.
Bright hotel room with a white bed, wooden furniture, and wall-mounted TV.
Balcony with table and chairs overlooking white buildings and rocky hill in the background.
Compact bathroom with sink, mirror, toilet, and shower curtain in warm tones
Modern hotel room with clothes rack, desk, and balcony with outdoor view.
Balcony with two chairs and table overlooking hills and landscape.
Modern bathroom with walk-in shower, wooden shelf, and round mirror.
Modern outdoor area with terrace, seating furniture, and stairs at white-painted house.

Double Room Superior Renovated

These modern and spacious rooms were renovated in Summer 2024 and feature a walk-in shower/WC, hairdryer, full-length mirror, individually adjustable air conditioning (for a fee), ceiling fan, Wi-Fi (included), telephone, coffee/tea maker, rental safe, Smart satellite TV, mini-fridge, iron (on request), and a newly furnished balcony or terrace (DSU/DSI). Also available for single use (DSE).

Junior Suite

The Junior Suites have the same amenities as the Double Rooms Superior but are more spacious (JS2).

Modern hotel room with double bed, TV, chair, and access to balcony with green view.
Modern bathroom with open shower, wooden shelf, and round mirror.
Balcony with table and two chairs, book on the table, mountain view in the background.

Meals

Breakfast

From 8-10 AM, a breakfast buffet is served, featuring traditional Greek and international products.

Two women serve themselves at the buffet in a bright breakfast room.

Children's program

Baby crib (on request, free of charge), high chair (on request).

Hotel service

Wake-up service, daily housekeeping, towel change twice a week, bed linen change once a week.
Parking available on-site (included), doctor on call (for a fee).

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Family Friendly
  • Wi-Fi
  • Near the beach
  • Air conditioning

Notice

No pets allowed.
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Hotel Contact:
Tel.: 0030 28920 45113
In the catalog "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2026 on page 120.

Note on Climate Resilience Contribution

For stays from January 1, 2018 onwards, the Greek government has implemented a climate resilience contribution, payable by guests locally, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and, from January 1, 2025, will be tiered from 0.50 Euros to 15 Euros per day per room.
For stays in high season (April 1 - October 31):
Category 1-2 stars: 2 Euros
Category 3 stars: 5 Euros
Category 4 stars: 10 Euros
Category 5 stars: 15 Euros
For stays in low season (November 1 - March 31):
Category 1-2 stars: 0.50 Euros
Category 3 stars: 1.50 Euros
Category 4 stars: 3 Euros
Category 5 stars: 4 Euros

Country category

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