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Set in lush gardens about 20 minutes’ walk from the village, this is an excellent complex, with 24-hour reception, bars, restaurant and minimarket to complement its two- to four-bed apartments. Facilities include a large saltwater pool, children’s pool, tennis court and mini-golf.

This Venetian mansion near the harbour has been divided into double and twin-bedded studios, and open-plan apartments sleeping up to four people on three floors, with twin-bed galleries and balconies, some with sea views.

A modern complex of 11 apartments and studios, just 300 m from the beach and 6 km (4 miles) from the bright lights of Chersonisos.

An attractive small complex close to the village centre. It has a small pool and choice of studios and apartments for two to four people. All have shower, kitchenette and balcony or patio.

Slap in the centre of Malia, this cheap and cheerful complex has twin-bed studios with kitchenette and balcony, and larger apartments sleeping up to four.

Modern apartment complex in a quiet area, 20 minutes’ walk from the harbour. It offers openplan apartments, each with a twin or double bedroom and a living room with sofa-bed and kitchenette. There’s also a small pool.

On the fringe of Siteia and just a few paces from the beach, the Bay View has 10 apartments, most with twin beds and sofa-bed, and all with full kitchen facilities. Each room has a balcony or verandah.

This large, colourful complex offers two pools and a playground right next to the beach. Each apartment has a kitchen and TV, and sleeps three to four people. The complex also has restaurants, bars and a café.

Between Palaiocastro and Kouremenos beach, the Kastri Village has 32 self-catering apartments with kitchenettes, verandahs and a pool. The beach is close by.

Smothered with flowers and greenery, this attractive little complex is on a quiet side street close to the beach. All apartments have one or two bedrooms, living room, kitchen and verandah. There’s also a children’s play area.