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Marika Hotel

Platanias , Platanias (Show on Map)

8.9

Excellent

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Summary of reviewsOverall, Marika Hotel is a fantastic choice for travelers wanting to explore Platanias and the west coast of Crete. The hotel's location is convenient with easy access to the beach, shops, restaurants and supermarkets. The stunning sea view and excellent facilities make it the perfect base for exploring the island. The breakfast is a lovely experience by the sea with fresh and delicious options, although some guests thought it could be improved with better coffee and more variety. The rooms are clean and spacious with modern furnishings and well-equipped kitchenettes. The staff is friendly, helpful and accommodating, ensuring that guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. While the wifi can be spotty at times, the two beautiful outdoor pools offer a great way to relax and enjoy the sea view. The hotel's direct access to the beach is undoubtedly one of its most appealing features. Additionally, Marika Hotel offers free parking, making it an affordable and convenient option for travelers with vehicles. Overall, guests at Marika Hotel can expect a comfortable and enjoyable stay with excellent customer service.
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Aparthotel with Rooms With Jacuzzi / Hot-tub

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Children's Pool Private Pool Outdoor Pool

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Aparthotel with Outdoor Pool

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Aparthotel with Children's Pool

Room Types

Superior Studio with Sea View This air-conditioned studio is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit has 3 beds.

Deluxe Studio with Private Outdoor Jacuzzi This studio has a balcony with a private tub.

Superior One-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Featuring a balcony with sea views, this apartment also features soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 4 beds.

Studio This air-conditioned studio is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Studio with Pool View This air-conditioned studio is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

Maisonette Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Boasting a balcony with garden views, this apartment also offers soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 4 beds.

Superior One-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Featuring a balcony with garden views, this apartment also features soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 4 beds.

Superior Studio This air-conditioned studio includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.

About Marika Hotel

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Guest Reviews

8.9

Excellent

Location

Marika Hotel is situated in a perfect location that offers easy access to the beach and is surrounded by many shops, restaurants and supermarkets. Guests have attested to the hotel's super location and convenience, making it the perfect place to stay in Platanias if you want to be where all the action is. The hotel is strategically placed to serve as an excellent base for visiting the famous beaches in the west of Crete. Additionally, Marika Hotel boasts of a stunning view of the sea, has an amazing restaurant on-site and is a great starting point for exploring the island. While the hotel may be located on a busy street, guests reported experiencing calmness and enjoyed a quiet stay. Marika Hotel also offers parking to its customers, making it an excellent choice for travelers with vehicles.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Marika Hotel is a lovely experience by the sea with fresh and delicious options that change every day, including a variety of food that included everything guests could want. Some guests were impressed by the breakfast while others thought it could be improved with better coffee, juices and more variety. Nonetheless, the restaurant's sea view and quality products made for a great start to the day. Despite the limited time frame from 7:30-10, the buffet breakfast was described as Hervorragend und Ausgiebig (excellent and abundant) by one guest. However, some reviews pointed out that the breakfast was a bit simple, always the same thing and not the greatest. Overall, the breakfast was good with a mix of positive and negative opinions depending on personal taste.

Rooms

If you're looking for a hotel with clean and spacious rooms, Marika Hotel is definitely worth considering. Many guests have praised the hotel's modern and spacious rooms with some even mentioning a nice balcony or private pool. The rooms are also well-equipped with kitchenettes and accessories. In terms of noise, there were very few complaints with some guests noting that it was rare for a Greek hotel to be so quiet. Overall, the rooms are nicely furnished and some offer stunning sea views. The only downside mentioned was that some rooms lacked storage space or a microwave. However, the location and cleanliness of the hotel more than make up for this minor inconvenience.

Beds

Guests at the Marika Hotel are raving about the comfortable beds. Many describe them as the best they've ever slept in, while others simply state that they are very comfortable. The bedding is also praised with guests using words like "comfy," "Prima boxspring," "très bonne literie," and "literie très bien." Those staying with children appreciate the separate beds available for their little ones. While one guest had some issues with noisy neighbors, the overwhelming majority of visitors had a peaceful and restful night's sleep on the hotel's fantastic beds.

Cleanliness

The Marika Hotel is a beautiful and clean hotel with daily cleaning. The staff is nice and the swimming pool area is well-maintained. Rooms are comfortable and spacious with great design. Most guests have praised the high level of cleanliness and impeccable maintenance of the hotel and its facilities. However, some have mentioned that the bed sheets and towels sometimes have stains and the cleanliness could be improved in some areas. Nonetheless, it is a modern hotel in an excellent location and has good facilities.

Staff

The staff at Marika Hotel is consistently described as helpful, friendly and accommodating by guests. They go above and beyond to ensure that their guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. From the receptionists to the pool attendants, guests note that all staff members are lovely and always have a smile on their face. Guests appreciate the immediate response to any requests, such as a room change. The hotel's focus on cleanliness and hygiene during the pandemic is reassuring for guests. All in all, Marika Hotel has a fantastic team of dedicated and helpful staff who are sure to make your stay memorable and enjoyable.

Wi-Fi

While there were a few complaints about the wifi at Marika Hotel, overall it was a decent experience. Some guests noted that the wifi can be spotty at times, especially during peak hours. And while there was no wifi in the rooms, standing by the door would typically provide a good connection. Despite a few poor connections and slow speeds, many guests didn't have any issues connecting to the internet. Overall, while the hotel's wifi could use some improvements, it didn't detract from the overall experience.

Pool

Guests at Marika Hotel are in for a treat with the two beautiful outdoor pools available for use. The common areas, including the pool, are kept nice and clean and offer a stunning view of the sea. The hotel's own small private beach, complete with around 10-15 umbrellas and sunbeds, provides a nice area to relax by the water. Swimming is also possible in the pools even when swimming in the sea is not permitted. The breakfast restaurant offers a lovely view of the sea and quality products. There are also children's pools, private pools and an outdoor whirlpool. Though some guests have mentioned issues with reserving sunbeds and the beach loungers being subject to an extra fee, the overall experience by the pool and beachfront is enjoyable and offers great value for the price.

Beach

Marika Hotel boasts an excellent location right on the beach, providing direct access to the sand/pebble shoreline. Although some reviews mention that the sea can be rocky in parts, guests still appreciate being within walking distance of the water. While the hotel's beach does require a fee for the use of sun-beds and umbrellas, many guests still find the convenience to be a major plus. Some found the beach to be narrow or less than ideal, but others fully enjoyed their time there. Despite any minor criticisms, the hotel's direct access to the beach is undoubtedly one of its most appealing features.

Parking

The Marika Hotel offers the convenience of self-parking for free, making it an ideal option for those arriving by car. Although the parking area has a maximum capacity of 20 spots, guests have reported that they usually find a free spot. In the event that the hotel's parking lot is full, there is also public seaside parking located just 300 meters away. Despite some comments regarding the small size of the parking area, guests generally find the location to be convenient and close to the hotel. Additionally, the hotel staff are friendly and helpful with one guest commenting that a staff member was quick to guide them to the parking area upon arrival. Overall, the Marika Hotel makes parking available, affordable and convenient for its customers.

Yes, Marika Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Children's Pool, Private Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Marika Hotel.

No, Marika Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Marika Hotel.

No, Marika Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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