We have just got back from a weeks stay in this apartment, and we had a great holidays. From the start the communication with the host was brilliant, responding immediately to our questions. We were met by the hosts mother- poppy, and even though we were an hour later than planned and it was 10.30pm at night, she was waiting by the gate to greet us. The apartment is basically as described. It is quite basic and small, but it has everything you need for a weeks stay. It was clean, there was hot water for a good shower and plenty of towels. The kitchen area in the apartment was small/basic-just a fridge, sink and hot plate, but we managed just fine and we cooked a pasta dish one night. However the real highlight was the pool and the location. The pool was perfect, and never busy, there was no fighting for sun beds and it was 2 steps from our apartment. The location again was perfect, 5/10 minute walk to the old town and some gorgeous restaurants, and 5/10 minute walk in the other direction to the beach. Poppy was able to tell us the best places to go and local supermarkets. I was sightly concerned about Malia itself before we went, and yes there is the strip (which is awful) but just don't go down there. We just kept to the beach and the old town and were in bed before the idiots surfaced for the night. The apartment complex itself is very quiet, no groups of loud idiots, and far enough away from the town to not hear any music at night. We got a taxi from the airport 40 euro 1 way and takes about 30 minuets. I would recommend booking one in advanced to get the cheaper rate. If you are looking for a 5 star apartment with all the fancy extras, then this isn't for you. But for a weeks holiday apartment, in a great location, and a great host then this is perfect. I would highly recommend. Thank you for a great stay.