Stalis is the calm middle of the north-coast strip: quieter than Malia, smaller than Hersonissos, and a flat walk along the sand to both. It is a good place to sleep and a poor place to stay put - everything worth seeing on this side of the island is 20 to 60 minutes away by car.
We deliver to your hotel or apartment in Stalis free of charge, or meet you at Heraklion airport 25 minutes away. No deposit, insurance included.
Lasithi plateau and the Dikteon cave - an hour of hairpins, windmills and cold mountain air.
Agios Nikolaos and Elounda - 40 minutes east on the national road.
Knossos - 30 minutes west, best before 10:00.
Mochos and Krasi - mountain villages 20 minutes above the coast, where the locals eat.
Malia palace ruins - 10 minutes, and almost always empty.
The road through the resorts
The old coast road links Hersonissos, Stalis and Malia and is slow, crowded and full of people crossing where they should not - especially at night. The E75 national road runs parallel just uphill and is the one to use for anything further than the next village. Parking in Stalis itself is easy compared with the towns either side, but the side streets are narrow and get blocked by delivery vans in the morning.
Which car suits Stalis
Small car - easy on the narrow side streets and cheap on the national road.
SUV - more comfortable for the Lasithi climb and long east-coast days.
Automatic - recommended if you plan on the plateau's hairpins.
Air conditioning is standard in every car we rent.
Insurance and conditions
Every MyCrete car comes with FCDW full insurance plus WUG cover - tyres, the car's underside, glass and mirrors - at €0 excess. There is no upsell at handover, because there is no better package to sell you. We send the fuel policy, driver age rule and the full terms in writing before you confirm anything. An EU driving licence is enough. Insurance is void off-road, including the gravel track to Balos.
Find the right rental car
Answer a few quick questions. We will personally check actual availability and send you the final all-inclusive total price. Sending an enquiry does not create a booking or payment obligation.
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Full insurance
€0 excess
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Unlimited kilometres
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When do you need the car?
Where would you like the car?
Pickup
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Full insurance
€0 excess
€0 deposit
Unlimited km
No hidden fees
No credit-card block
Real availability, personally checked.
We don't simply show an automated list of cars. Your request is personally reviewed and we check the most suitable available option based on your dates, location and preferences.
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Send us your dates and we'll check availability personally.
All-inclusive price — everything listed above is included. Fuel is not included.
The exact final price depends on the rental dates, duration, vehicle category and delivery location. We send the complete total before you confirm.
Small manual
From €60/day
Best for couples and small families.
Final quote after availability check
Automatic
From €70/day
Comfortable and easy driving around Crete.
Final quote after availability check
SUV
From €80/day
More space and comfort for exploring the island.
Final quote after availability check
7-9 seats
From €100/day
For larger families and groups.
Final quote after availability check
Convertible
From €100/day
Open-top driving along the Cretan coast.
Final quote after availability check
Starting prices are indicative and usually apply to longer rental periods. The final price depends on the dates, rental duration, pickup location, season and vehicle availability.
The longer the rental period, the lower the daily rate usually becomes.
You pay the confirmed total shown in your offer. No mandatory insurance or unexpected rental fees will be added at vehicle collection.
Optional extras such as additional drivers, child seats or special delivery arrangements are shown separately and priced before you confirm.
Longer rental, better daily rate
7+ days · better daily rate
The daily rate usually becomes lower when you rent for a longer period. Enter your dates and we will prepare a personalised offer with the final total price.
One clear final price – no surprises when you receive the car.
Included with our rental offers
Full insurance
€0 excess
€0 deposit
Unlimited kilometres
No hidden charges
Hotel or airport delivery and collection where available
Compare the final price, not only the advertised daily rate
Some rental companies advertise a very low starting price, but insurance upgrades, excess reduction, deposits and additional coverage may increase the final amount. With MyCrete, you receive a clearly explained total offer before confirming.
Advertised starting price
May exclude additional insurance or services.
Price at pickup
Can increase after optional coverage is added.
MyCrete total offer
Insurance conditions, deposit and final price are explained before confirmation.
Car delivery across East Crete
Already staying in Crete? You do not need to visit a rental office. Tell us your hotel, dates and preferred car and we check availability and send you the final total price.
We work with carefully selected local car rental partners across Crete to provide reliable vehicles, competitive prices and flexible availability.
Selected local partners
We cooperate with established licensed local rental companies that meet our service expectations.
More vehicle availability
Our partner network gives us access to a wider range of cars across Crete, also in high season.
MyCrete support
You communicate with MyCrete during the booking process and can contact us if you need assistance with your rental.
One point of contact
From your first enquiry until the end of your rental, MyCrete remains your point of contact and assists you throughout the booking process.
What is included - insurance, deposit, delivery, extras - is always stated in the offer we send you and in your booking confirmation for that specific rental.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Stalis from Heraklion airport?
About 25 minutes on the national road. We can meet you at the airport with the car, or bring it to your hotel in Stalis later - both are free.
Is Stalis a good base without a car?
You can walk to Malia and Hersonissos along the beach, but nothing else. The plateau, the villages and the east coast all need a car.
Where do I park in Stalis?
Most apartments have parking or a free stretch nearby, and it is far less crowded than Malia. Avoid blocking the narrow side streets in the morning.
Can I drive up to the Lasithi plateau in a small car?
Yes, the road is sealed and well maintained. It is a long climb with hairpins, so take it slowly and use low gears on the way down.