Holidays to Stalis
Perfectly pristine sands, the warm waters of the Aegean and the chilliest of chilled vibes, holidays to Stalis have everything you need for a classic Greek island escape.
Rays, waves and beach days
Stalis is basically a holiday postcard come to life. It’s got every holiday cliché and then some. Golden sands, turquoise waters, palm trees? Check, check and check!
Beach bum? Fly in, flop out and bronze up on the main stretch of golden sand. It’s what it’s there for. Like your beach days with a side of thrills? Turn your knuckles white with a spot of jet skiing, banana boating and parasailing.
A whole lotta history
Just four miles from the tavernas and hotels of Stalis, you’ll discover a little slice of the (very distant) past. Dating back to BC times, the Palace of Malia invites you to follow the sandal prints of the island’s former residents, taking in once grand halls and sites of agriculture and spirituality.
Even closer to your holiday lodgings you can check out the Roman remains of Ancient Hersonissos or take it back to the Bronze Age with a trip around the tombs at Phourni Cemetery in Archanes.
Sights, camera, action
Stalis holidays leave you spoilt when it comes to ways to ride the trails and take in the local sights. Head to Creta Machine Club, pick your ride and take a high-octane hurl around the hills on a quad, motorbike or scooter. Helmet on, holiday mode switched to go!
For something a little more sedate, visit Amarillis Stables and trek the Cretan scenery on horseback. Ride up high for mesmerising Med views or get your hooves wet with a trot along the beach.
Did someone say day trips?
“The Island of the Living Dead” may not sound like the best location for a beach break, but the former leper colony of Spinalonga is full of surprises (and very pretty). Take a walk around the perimeter path, explore the Venetian fortress and hop on the boat back home.
Prefer to stay on terra firma? Head for the hills of the Lassithi Plateau back on Crete. The birthplace of the lightning-throwing Zeus is now a hotbed of hiking trails, gorges, caves and traditional settlements.
Sneak Peek
Best for... A beautiful beach break with a huge helping of history 🏝️
Go... To Spinalonga island for a unique way to spend a day catching rays ☀️
You have to... Hop on the Happy Train whether you’re with your fam, your better half or your best buds 🚂
Stalis holiday deals
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Anastasia Hotel
8.4
Very Good
- 17 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Half board
- From Manchester
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Latania Studios & Apartments
9.3
Excellent
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- From Manchester
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Villa Ritsa & Dimitris Studios
- 24 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- From Manchester
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I Resort Beach Hotel & Spa
- 16 Oct 2026
- 10 nights
- All-inclusive
- From Manchester
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Cheapest Stalis holiday deals
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Latania Studios & Apartments
9.3
Excellent
- 10 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- From Manchester
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Villa Ritsa & Dimitris Studios
- 18 Oct 2026
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- From Manchester
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Maria Lambis Apartments
8.6
Very Good
- 15 Apr 2027
- 7 nights
- Self-catering
- From Gatwick
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Key facts
Currency
Euro (€)
Language
Greek
Time difference
GMT+3
Cost of a beer
€3-5
3-course meal
€20-40
Flight time
4.5h
Things to explore
Top beaches: Bays for catching rays
With over four miles of glistening golden sands and a gentle slope into the welcoming waters of the Aegean, Stalis Beach stakes a claim as one of the best on the island. There are plenty of places to chuck down your towels, whether you’re here for the beach bars, ball games or watersports. If you fancy partying to DJs or sipping cocktails with the sand between your toes, take a trip along the coast to Malia Beach. Expect more fellow tourists, winding rows of sun loungers and even more watersports.
Nightlife: So many ways to stay up late
A Stalis holiday may not have quite as many bright lights and banging bars as its neighbours, but there are still plenty of places to throw some shapes. NEMO Beach Bar is a popular spot for classy cocktails with complementary (and complimentary) Mediterranean views. For something a little more like home, tuck into a creamy pint or two at the Slainte Irish Pub. To really kick things into big fish, little fish, cardboard box territory, hop in a cab and head to Malia. Between Pleasure Beach and Apollo, you’re sure of a shot-slamming, fire-breathing, beat-dropping good time!
Food and drink: A feast fit for the gods
Few cuisines hit all the culinary notes quite like Greek food – from the moussaka to the souvlaki, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser. Your tastebuds will testify to that very fact after a week or two of being spoilt rotten in Stalis. Try a treasure trove of local favourites at Katerina or Kostas, taste fish that’s not long stopped flipping at Restaurant Creta and indulge your carnivorous side at Beachcomber. For even more options, head to Malia. Keep it Cretan at Avli or the San Giorgio Restaurant.
When to go to Stalis
For the best weather, book a holiday to Stalis between June and August. You’ll be greeted with temperatures in the high-20s, which are perfect for fuss-free beach days spent topping up your tan and cooling off in the water.
There’s more sun to be found on either side of the summer, too – and often more budget-friendly deals. Head here in April or May (temperatures in the low 20s) or September (which hangs onto the summer heat with fewer crowds) and October.
You could holiday here over the winter, where you can explore ancient sites and go for long strolls – like hiking the heavenly Cretan hills – but there isn’t a lot on offer during the colder months, with fewer restaurants, cafes and businesses open.
