Stalis is quiet in comparison to its lively neighbours Malia and Hersonissos, which are only a few miles away, but yet still has a great selection of shops, bars and restaurants, and even a modest nightlife, with only a handful of nightclubs open until the early hours. Close to Stalis are several beautiful small villages, with a choice of restaurants and traditional tavernas where you can watch the stunning sunset in the evening, and in the day, on the excellent sandy beaches, enjoy a variety of water sports including water skiing, windsurfing, para gliding and pedalos.