Hotel Kathrin Beach

We spent a few wonderful days at Kathrin Beach Hotel with my wife in May, and honestly, we didn’t want to leave! The service from the staff was beyond excellent – always polite, friendly, and eager to help with a genuine smile.

The food was delicious, both at the rich breakfast buffet and the high-quality dinner, with a wide variety and fresh ingredients. We also tried the hotel’s snack bar, where we were impressed by the fresh salads and tasty dishes – perfect for a light lunch.

On our first evening, we enjoyed a fantastic bottle of wine with dinner, which we continued to sip on the hotel’s beautiful veranda, taking in the peaceful view and an unforgettable sunset. In the following days, we became regulars at the bar – the cocktails were simply outstanding, with the Mai Tai being one of the best I’ve ever had!

Prices across the board were more than fair, making the overall experience even more enjoyable. This is a place that offers true hospitality, comfort, and pleasure – we’ll definitely be coming back!

The rooms were clean and tidied daily. However, they lacked some small essentials like bedside tables and extra hangers in the bathroom. Also, no shampoo or shower gel was provided. Free wifi, but rather slow compared to roaming.
The food varied depending on the day, but overall I’d rate it an 8/10. The pool area was lovely and a great place to relax, though the pool itself could have been a bit cleaner.

We visited the Kathrin Beach Hotel at the beginning of May 2025. Although our transfer arrived at the hotel late in the evening around 11:00 PM, the check-in process was quick and pleasant thanks to the excellent receptionist. Even later, when I approached the receptionist for information, they were always warm and helpful.

To our surprise, upon arrival there were snack plates and fresh drinking water in the room. This was a nice touch, as we had last eaten at the airport around 1:30 PM.

The hotel grounds are full of plants and blooming flowers, and it’s about 50 meters from the pool to the sea. The rooms are spacious and clean, the beds very comfortable, and the bathrooms modern. We especially liked that a lot of attention had been paid to the design of the public spaces. You could see in the decor (hand-woven rugs on the walls, old tools, icons) that their Greek roots, culture, and continuity are important to them.

The food at the restaurant was very fresh and tasty, and the dinner menu was diverse.

It’s worth especially mentioning the hotel staff – they are very friendly, helpful, and professional.

We also took a few trips to the city of Rethymno, located 6 km away (we bought bus tickets for 2 euros from the supermarket next to the hotel entrance). In the evenings, we also enjoyed walks to the center of Adelianos Kampos.

Thank you for a beautiful vacation, Kathrin Beach!

The hotel fully met our expectations. There is something for everyone on a breakfast and dinner buffet. The food is tasty and it is regularly replenished. The rooms are cleaned daily and towels are changed every 2-3 days.
There is a nice beach right by the hotel, you can listen to the sound of the waves all night if you wish. The hotel pool is big enough and equipped with about 20 sunbeds and parasols, but there is no chance you could use them, because irresponsible guests "reserve" those overnight by leaving their towels on sunbeds. The hotel has its own sunbeds and parasols on the beach, a set costs 7€. Everything is close to a hotel (bus stop to Rethymno, supermarkets, cafes, restaurants...).
The receptionists were so kind and helpful from the first moment we arrived, the other members of hotel staff were also kind.
We really loved our stay.

We are Greek and came from the UK! We booked directly with the hotel as we found a very good deal and wanted to visit our relatives who live nearby! The resort is huge! The staff is very friendly and welcoming to guests! They smile at everyone and greet you every time they see you! The food is amazing!!!!! we want to thank especially the manager Mr. Christos

Rooms are rather small but serve their purpose. People are very friendly and willing to help, if you need it. The location is perfect, just few bus stops to the Rethymno city.
Next to the hotel is a little shop where you can buy bus tickets, food, etc.

I will start with the words: Family and Perfect.

I love Katrin Beach. I know the family, hotel, for decade for sure.

Rooms are big enough, almost all of them mostly renew.

Food is delicious and there is enough to choose from for everyone.

Sunbeds by the pool are for free, at the beach you pay 5€ per day. There is also a beach service so Frappe directly to you :)

Beach is Kind struggle. Would say that shoes for water are a good idea and for some people probably a must. Water is clean, beach is amazing and big.

Next to hotel you find bus stop to Rethymno, ticket you can by at the store right by hotel, you find many rental car places, shops, bars, restaurants, everyhing you need for a nice vacation.

If you do have a any questions, hit me up. :)

Thank you Maria and Nico for lovely stays. See you soon.

Convenient and lovely hotel on the sea side. The rooms are cleaning every 3 days, romms are looking standart. Comfortable bed and balcony. Unfortunately we were not sure on what it depends what room will you get. The better one in renovated part of the hotel or the older one.
The food was quite good. 8/10. The breakfast was always the same. There was different dinner. Soft and other drinks are extra charge during the dinner.
The beach doesn't belong to the hotel so you need to pay extra 5 eur per day if you want to get an umbrella and sunbed set. Or you can lay next to the hotel on your own.
The whole staff is realy helpful and pleasant, cheerfull and funny.
There was also a bus which can take you to the center of Rethymno. Fantastic city with very beautiful architecture.