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Sweet Corner Masxali

Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun

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Pool
Buffet
1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, individually decorated
Balcony
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Agia Roumeli, Sfakia, Crete Island, 73011
  • Place, Agia Roumeli Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Agia Roumeli
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle of Agia Roumeli
    ‪24 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Sea view

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Terrace/patio

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Sea view

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Terrace/patio

Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Sea view

About the area

Sfakia

Sweet Corner Masxali places you steps from Agia Roumeli Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Port of Agia Roumeli. Highlights at this beachfront guest house include a private beach, a restaurant and in-room kitchenettes. .The family restaurant, Sweet Corner Masxali, serves Greek cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The guest house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free children's club and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free ferry terminal shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Sfakia guest house, you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Castle of Agia Roumeli and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Samaria Gorge - Agia Roumeli Entrance.
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What's nearby

  • Agia Roumeli Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port of Agia Roumeli - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Taverna Paralia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Roussios - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dialeskari Marmara Taverna - ‬245 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Farangj - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Agia Roumeli Snack Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sweet Corner Masxali

Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers.

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach guest house also offers a complimentary children's club, a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Sfakia guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2006
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Sweet Corner Masxali offers 6 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets. A pillow menu is available. Accommodation at this 4-star guest house has kitchenettes with fridges and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a bath with a deep soaking bath.

This Sfakia guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 22-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sweet Corner Masxali

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Free children's club

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 5.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 5.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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

Masxali
Sweet Corner Masxali
Sweet Corner Masxali Apartment
Sweet Corner Masxali Apartment Sfakia
Sweet Corner Masxali Sfakia
Sweet Corner Masxali Sfakia
Sweet Corner Masxali Guesthouse
Sweet Corner Masxali Guesthouse Sfakia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sweet Corner Masxali?

Sweet Corner Masxali offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sweet Corner Masxali?

Yep, Sweet Corner Masxali has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Sweet Corner Masxali?

Yep, Sweet Corner Masxali is a short 1-minute walk from Agia Roumeli Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Sweet Corner Masxali a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a private beach, as well as deep-soaking baths and Frette Italian sheets in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sweet Corner Masxali.

Is Sweet Corner Masxali family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sweet Corner Masxali is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Sweet Corner Masxali?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sweet Corner Masxali?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sweet Corner Masxali?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Greek cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Sweet Corner Masxali?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is noon.

Sweet Corner Masxali Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 77 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

L

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, welcoming, beautiful place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Peaceful hotel with amazing owners along the sea!

A peaceful hotel owned by the sweetest family. Our room had a private balcony and gorgeous views of the sea. The property is approx 200 meters outside the small village with a private beach but the owners will pick you up at the ferry or at the exit from the Samaria gorge if you coordinate ahead of time. The property has sunbeds and umbrellas to use for free and sea kayaks and pedal boats to use for free. The family works very hard to accommodate us and are incrdibly kind. The hotel is small and they have a small family staff so things happen at a more casual pace which is relaxing. Fish may not be available every meal because the owner, George, is also the fisherman and he may not have a large catch that morning or the weather may prevent fishing but my advice is ask staff for recommendations for what to eat. Every time we asked staff for food recommendations, we had a delicious meal! We ate most meals at the hotel and only went into the village for a cocktail or to walk around. It is the perfect place to unplug, relax, and enjoy some beautiful views and peace.
Morning view from hotel
View from room
Fresh fish!
View from balcony
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 4 lovely days at the sweet corner with our 11 year old boy and had a great time. We were met off the ferry by Nectaris in his car that takes a battering each time he drives along the rocky road. We were impressed how he handles that car! Lovely Emma was there to show us around and answer any questions for us. She is fluent in English and was our main point of contact. The accommodation is basic but has all what you need. The reason we picked Sweet Corner was due to its location. It’s away from the main area, peaceful with a beautiful view. We didn’t want to be surrounded by restaurants and other hotels and all 5 rooms have a sea view. The bonus also was the FREE use of the pedalo and the kayaks which we used everyday. Great for an active 11 year old boy. We snorkelled each day, so take your own gear. There are lots of beautiful fish to see and the sea is so clear. My son was thrilled as we saw a Lion Fish. It’s a short stroll (5 minute walk) down to the main area if you want a leg stretch, need to go to supermarket or fancy a cocktail. On one of the evenings Emma kindly packaged up a takeaway and we sat on the private beach just relaxing. On day 3 Nectaris dropped us at the exit/entrance to the Samaria Gorge and we walked about half way in before we met people who had started their walk from Omalos. It was well worth it. Absolutely stunning. I would recommend Sweet Corner if you want to be peaceful, active and enjoy nature. Thank you xx
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Isolated, away from the centre. Private beach and aquatic sports gear for free.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
An idyllic setting at the end of the road and away from the crowds. The hotel staffed by the welcoming and friendly extended family including yiayia. Also Amelia the multilingual amazing staff always ready to help. The food was always fresh and local even their own produce including cheese, honey, lamb and veg and whatever fish was freshly caught. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

NandM, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic communal terrace, now shaded by light tree cover. Quiet location 7 minutes walk from village, with immediate access to the sea. Very friendly and helpful, including staff with good english. Room airy and with basic range of kitchen equipment if you're catering for yourself. Good range of food and drink offered throughout the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vagelis, ATHENS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view from the room and the tavern, quite place with private beach sunbeds. Very good food to the tavern.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Isobel

A small piece of heaven

I have been coming here for a number of years and as always I had a wonderful stay here this time too. It is a small piece of heaven tucked away at the edge of Agia Roumeli. I was welcomed like a member of the family and began to relax as soon as I arrived. From the fantastic view, the secluded beach, beautiful sea and the use of the kayaks to the delicious food, everything was as I would have wanted. The rooms are basic and clean with a/c and fans and a sea view balcony . An amazingly friendly Cretan experience and I will certainly return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

MarkB, Hanover, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you want luxury, pampering, or a resort this is not for you; however, if you love nature, quiet places, beaches that are wide open, friendly and genuine people, then you will love this place. The room is comfortable, spacious, and clean. The only downside is that the air conditioner is located in the kitchen area rather than the bedroom. When we were there, it was pretty hot and so we used the AC. Luckily, they do have a fan as well which we put on in the bedroom. The place is family owned by people that are wonderful. They bend over backwards to help you and to make sure that everything is good. Their English is not good but they employ Emma, whose English is excellent. Guests have access to a small, hidden beach with sunbeds and umbrellas that are free, a pedalboat, and several sea kayaks. We took the kayaks out to explore and found a beautiful, isolated beach under the cliffs to swim at. Access to the hotel is somewhat difficult as there are no roads leading in or out. You must either walk in on the E4 or Samaria Gorge trail, or take the ferry. We took the ferry and had suitcases that would be difficult to transport up the dirt road to Sweet Corner. If that is your case, just email or call them with your arrival time and they will be waiting for you at the ferry to drive you there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

HELEN, Athens

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

Best place to stay in Agia Roumeli.

Spacious and clean rooms, nice souroundings, friendly owner , good breakfast. It is perfect for somebody or families looking for serenity holidays Heleni May 2018
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice quiet location with lovely views over the bay

Friendly, nice room. Lovely food too, Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Isobel

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

Resf spot

Friendly helpful owner. Quiet secluded beach. Delicious delicious breakfast.Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Treated like royalty

One of the best hotel stays I've had. Although it's a 5 minute walk from the main part of town, this secluded spot has its own beaches and allows for canoe and paddle boat use. The location is absolutely beautiful and worth the trip. There is a restaurant in the main level that serves delicious, home cooked meals. The service was also extraordinary. Emma and the owner were friendly, easy to talk to, and always helpful. I cannot recommend this place enough!

10/10 Excellent

Lorna , Scotland

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

Lovely,peaceful place to stay...

We stayed for a week in September and loved it. The family who run this little hotel are lovely and make you feel really welcome.The village has 2 little supermarkets and several restaurants to choose from,although you may not choose to eat elsewhere once you've tasted Mama's great cooking ;-) Our apartment had 2 large rooms and also 2 balconies,very spacious.Great value for price paid especially as you get free sun loungers,kayaks and pedalo. They will also come and pick you up from the boat (the distance is only around 400metres but a bit tricky with wheeled luggage on sandy track!) and will arrange to take you back to the boat too...and in my case rushed back down to the boat again with stuff i'd left in a drawer ,such nice people :-) We have tried to book 2 weeks next year but sadly they are fully booked.

8/10 Good

Sofia, Lund

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Sweet corner is a nice place, located perhaps 400-500 meters outside of the village proper. On the plus side this means the hotel has its own beach with parasols, sun chairs, canoes and a pedalo - on the minus side the sun is baking hot when you walk the path. So a distance that I would normally think nothing of became a bit of a pain when you needed to cross it around noon. You do not need to walk with luggage, however, as the hotel owner will drive you (there is no road to Agia Roumeli but there are still a few cars in the village). He also drove us to the beginning of Samaria Gorge. As for the apartment itself, it was very spacious and nice, but a bit on the dirty side (towels and sheets impeccably clean however), almost no cooking implements, and hard to get to a decent temperature, despite the airconditioning in one of the rooms.

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Sweet Corner is the perfect description

This is a very sweet corner of the world indeed. Up on the cliffs just a few 100 meters from the ferry dock but feels like a perfect tiny little remote paradise. Amazing views of the crystal clear water from our large, clean room (complete with refrigerator and tiny kitchenette). Not fancy but everything you need and the genuine care and attention from the owner is priceless. We wanted to hike just a few hours of the Samarian Gorge with our 12-year old (who also, by the way, spent hours in the free kayaks paddling himself around between the hotel and the town on the waveless waters). The owner drove us to the entry point, saving us time (and pre-teen grumbling) and making the hike all the more enjoyable. The food is lovely, the beds are comfortable, but come for the hospitality, the views, the swimming, the quiet, and the easy access to the gorge.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Olga , Cambridge

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

Heaven on Earth

A real find and the best place I have stayed at in Greece. Breathtaking sea view from the room. I will certainly be back.

8/10 Good

RobVT, USA

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

Private beach was a great bonus!

Sweet Corner Masxali was a bit further further out along the shoreline in the small village of Agia Roumeli. The lovely benefit was a small private beach with the Mediterranean's crystal clear warm water. Kayaks, chairs, bikes available for your use, though after hiking through Samaria Gorge, we preferred just to swim. The hotel is basic and clean, with a/c if needed. Our room opened onto a deck (happily, with clothesline & pins). Food was good; view of the shoreline from the hotel's patio -- spectacular.