Beach of Matala Tours and Activities

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Above the beach at Matala, on the south coast of Crete, are a number of caves carved into the cliffside. During the Roman rule of Crete, the caves housed tombs. In the 1960s, the by-then empty caves hosted hippies who used them to camp out in. Matala still has a slight counter-culture feel to it.
Matala is located 68km southwest of Heraklion, where the plain Messara meets Asteroussia Mountains. This is one of the most popular tourist destinations of Crete and certainly the most famous beach of south Heraklion prefecture. It is famous for the carved caves in the rocks and the hippies of the ‘70s. It is located close to Phaestus, the second largest palace of the Minoan civilization. Matala served as a port of Phaestus, and on the Roman Times, it became a port of Gortyn.

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Vespera City Hotel

Vespera City Hotel

3 out of 5
Price was CA $2,145, price is now CA $1,512 per person
CA $1,512
per person
May 3 - May 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Heraklion (HER)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
I didn't understand I would essentially had no view. I was only 1 night so it wasn't a big deal but if I'd have stay longer, I would have insisted on a different room.

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Daios Cove

Daios Cove

5 out of 5
Price was CA $3,729, price is now CA $2,473 per person
CA $2,473
per person
May 3 - May 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Sitia (JSH)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
A truly remarkable hotel. If you are considering booking this don’t hesitate. A room with a pool is worth it!

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

5 out of 5
Halepa
Price was CA $2,853, price is now CA $2,021 per person
CA $2,021
per person
May 3 - May 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Chania (CHQ)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
The AC did not work the first day we were there, not very happy about that. But overall the hotel is amazing.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Popular places to visit

Roman Caves

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Roman Caves during your travels in Matala. Wander the beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Roman Caves

Caves of Matala

You can find out about the history of Matala with a visit to Caves of Matala. Wander the beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Caves of Matala

Red Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Red Beach during your travels in Faistos? Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Red Beach

Church of Our Lady

After visiting Church of Our Lady, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Faistos. Wander the beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Church of Our Lady

Matala Caves

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matala Caves during your travels in Faistos. Wander the beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Matala Caves

Monastery Odigitria

You can learn about the history of Faistos when you stop by Monastery Odigitria. Discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Monastery Odigitria

Best Lodging Options Near Beach of Matala

Eva Marina Hotel

Eva Marina Hotel

MATALA TYMPAKION Faistos HERAKLION
Eva Marina Hotel
Zafiria

Zafiria

2 out of 5
Matala Faistos Crete Island
Zafiria
Matala Dimitris Villa

Matala Dimitris Villa

2 out of 5
Matala Faistos Crete
Matala Dimitris Villa
Matala Hostel

Matala Hostel

Matala Main Road Faistos Crete
Matala Hostel
Absolute Matala

Absolute Matala

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Absolute Matala
ADĀMA - A Signature Collection by Zálo Spaces (Adults Only)

ADĀMA - A Signature Collection by Zálo Spaces (Adults Only)

Road to Matala beach Faistos Crete
ADĀMA - A Signature Collection by Zálo Spaces (Adults Only)
Fragiskos Hotel

Fragiskos Hotel

3 out of 5
Matala Village Faistos Crete
Fragiskos Hotel
Castri House in Matala

Castri House in Matala

Matala Crete
Castri House in Matala
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