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Matala Hostel

Hostel near Beach of Matala in Faistos

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A coastal town viewed through a cave opening, featuring a beach, clear blue waters, and buildings on a hillside.
A modern bar area with a long counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A modern building with a swimming pool, featuring multiple balconies and arched windows.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a window with a view.
A modern hostel with a white facade, multiple balconies, and a sign reading "Matala Hostel".

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • 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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A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Comfort Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Comfort Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Comfort Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding, two wall-mounted lamps, a small bedside table, and a nightstand.

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.

Comfort Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Matala

Close to the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Beach of Matala and Roman Caves. Caves of Matala and Matala Caves are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Beach of Matala - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Caves of Matala - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Roman Caves - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Komos Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Red Beach - 10 min drive - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • ‪Plaka Seafood Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • The Mermaid Matala
  • ‪To Kafeneio - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mousiko Kafeneio-Music Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mama’s backery - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Matala Hostel

Hostel near Beach of Matala in Faistos
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 a 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
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
Matala Hostel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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

Accessibility

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

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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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.

Property 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1039Κ012A0177800

We should mention

  • Onsite 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

Does Matala Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Matala Hostel.

How much does it cost to stay at Matala Hostel?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Matala Hostel on Jul 7, 2026 start from $67, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is Matala Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Beach of Matala and 12.1 mi (35-min drive) from Martsalo. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Matala Hostel offer free breakfast?

Matala Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Matala Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Matala Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Matala Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Matala Hostel have a pool?

Matala Hostel features an outdoor pool.

Does Matala Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Matala Hostel to downtown Faistos?

Matala Hostel is 0.4 mi away from Matala.

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great...so helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Lynda

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

Correct acceuil sympa

Auberge Correct et bien placé
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Éric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Nikolaos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

SYLVIE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Bernard

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

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio

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