We arrived at MELAS around 2 a.m. on the 31st of August 2022 and were met by Ioanna (managing director) of the hotel & apartments. Ioanna made a point in... read more asking us if there was anything we needed before showing us to our room and bidding us good night.
We woke later that morning to a picture-perfect sun rising over the island in the distance and to the most astounding sea view we have encountered in all our years of holidaying and traveling to the wonderful island that is Crete.
Our spacious two bed apartment was furnished with lovely authentic Greek furniture, cooker, kettle, coffee maker, fridge, wall mounted flat screen television, the beds were very comfortable, with a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower. An iron, ironing board and hair dryer are also available free on request. The air conditioning (again free) worked perfectly although seldom used due to the constant gentle sea breeze whilst sitting on the balcony or sleeping with the mesh doors closed and glass balcony doors open, there is nothing better than drifting off to sleep listening to the lapping of the waves at night.
We have stayed many times on the island of Crete and whilst all of our stays have been very enjoyable, our stay at MELAS hotel – apartments stands out for the standard of cleanliness of the accommodation, the helpfulness, kindness and hospitality of the owner and staff, the location, and that sunrise & sea view!

  I booked the top floor two bedroom apartment for 1 week,and found it t be everything I needed.Very clean,and well serviced air con worked well,lovely enormous terrace and beautiful sea... read more views,strong shower and very sweet owner who was more than helpful.Great location between restaurants and bars both to the left and right.
You could book the new sea front hotel 100m.down the road and pay 3,000 euros for the week in a smaller room ,I WOULDN`T!!! Also thanks to Geogios Mrs. Melas`s son for all his help.

  We stayed 3 nights at Melas Hotel. We had a seaview room that has a spectacular view of the sunrise directly in front of our balcony (see pic). The rooms... read more are very clean, air conditioned, large balcony, and have all the amenities needed. But the best part of this great place was the family that run it. They are extremely helpful, and make sure you have anything you need. They ask if there was anything we need and when we
had any questions about places to visit, George and Melas were extremely helpful. Unlike other bigger hotels, this one had a warm and welcoming feel to it from start to end of our stay. If or when I come back to Agios Nikolaos, I will definitely be staying at Melas, and if I am not able to get a room because of availability, I will definitely be dropping past to say hello to this beautiful family!!!

  Melas apartments exceeded my expectations. The apartment was spotless and extremely clean. This was my first time in Agios Nikolaos and the location couldn't be better for a solo traveler.... read more The apartments are across the street from the ocean (breathtaking view), and the lake/shops/bars are all within walking distance. Ionna the owner/manager at the location was so sweet and kind, George her son was incredibly helpful and responsive when messaging him through booking.com throughout the stay. He also helped me arrange a taxi on short notice to get to the airport. I didn't cook, but there was also a full kitchen with supplies available to use. Amazing shower and water pressure also! More