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Matala Hostel

Hostel in Faistos with beach bars and outdoor pool

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Exterior
Exterior
Reception
Living area
Front of property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Matala Main Road, Faistos, Crete, 70200
  • Place, Beach of Matala
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Caves of Matala
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Roman Caves
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Matala

At Matala Hostel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Beach of Matala and Roman Caves. Highlights at this hostel include 4 beach bars, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a communal living room. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. .With a stay at this Faistos hostel, you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Caves of Matala and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Matala Caves.
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What's nearby

  • Beach of Matala - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Caves of Matala - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Roman Caves - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Komos Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Red Beach - 11 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boho - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Anemi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪cafe Creta bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Two Brothers Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪taverna alexis zorbas - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Matala Hostel

Hostel in Faistos with beach bars and outdoor pool
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 beach bars and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Matala Hostel also features an outdoor pool, coffee/tea in common area, and a communal living room.

This Faistos hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 bars on the beach
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
Matala Hostel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Faistos hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 4 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number 1039Κ012A0177800

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.

Property is also known as

Matala Hostel Faistos
Matala Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Matala Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Faistos

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Matala Hostel?

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

Are there any beaches close to Matala Hostel?

Yep, Matala Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Beach of Matala.

Does Matala Hostel have a pool?

Matala Hostel has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Matala Hostel?

No, Matala Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Matala Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Matala Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Matala Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Éric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and guests were incredible and hospitable, made the experience one of my favourites at any stay!!! And the pool was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great...so helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Nikolaos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

SYLVIE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Correct acceuil sympa

Auberge Correct et bien placé
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Bernard

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022