Where to stay in Rethymno

We absolutely loved this place. The welcome was outstanding with just the right amount of information. The activities were discrete, really great and kid's club spot on. Family disco was well handled and the Saolin Acrobats out of this world. The staff were immaculately friendly, polite and engaged even though our stay was the very last week of the season. Our room was well looked after all week. It...

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Grecotel! Upon arrival, we were pleasantly surprised to be upgraded to a suite, and it exceeded all our expectations. The room was simply fantastic—spacious, beautifully designed, and the view was absolutely breathtaking. The extra room in the suite was a game-changer, giving us a comfortable space to relax while our baby was sleeping. We couldn't have asked...

Me and my family love this hotel. It is probably the best family vacation we have had so far. It is a little pricey, but it's totally worth it. The food is delicious and the location is excellent! If anything, I'll probably recommend improving the kids pool area. Other than that, everything was great.

This hotel is a true gem! Suitable for all generations - a lot of activities for families with children, as well as lovely options for couples including nice dining spots and cocktails. The beach is large with plenty of sunbeds, great service at the Beach bar as well. Attention to details is absolutely amazing - especially when it comes to Housekeeping and room cleaning. Beautiful towel decoration...

Lovely service, great space, beautiful view. The beach/sea isn’t the nicest for Greek standards but it’s still quite lovely. It’s deep so not ideal with toddlers/ young kids. I would have loved some traditional Cretan food options in one of the restaurants and a few more options for food at the beach. The staff were delightful and rooms were kept very clean throughout our stay.

Staff and food are excellent. Hotel is clean and beautiful. Rooms are good but there are little ants in the room. The other negative point is that neither the outdoor restaurant nor the indoor spaces are air conditioned. You are all in sweat while dining. For half board package you should pay for all drinks even for water. No daily water in the room. The beach is rocky, you need shoes to enter the...

Second time staying here, lovely helpful staff. Plenty to choose form at breakfast. We didn't have evening meal as ate out. Although couple of negatives was slow in setting up tables, and closing the pool early. Beach 5 mins walk, lots of surrounding bars on sea front, Walk or take a bus outside hotel to Old Town.

Easygoing hotel, with good access to amenities locally, short distance to beach, restaurants, good access for taxis and pickup locations for excursions. Room was clean, large and air conditioned. Standard buffet fare, with lots of different options for breakfast and dinner. Opportunities to practice Greek but for when that runs out the majority of staff are fluent English speakers.

Not quite a full 5 stars but worth a shout. Clean and competitively priced.Oil’s far better inside that the outer first impression from the main road Rooms are on the small side and bathrooms compact. But, all clean and the hotel boasts several pools and a good restaurant. One things is the Hotel has a good cross section of visitors, always a good sign. Not for the younger guest, teenagers would find...

Don't be put off by corridors, they are a little shabby but the rooms are fabulous, we had a suite thanks to a free upgrade. Fruit, wine and baguettes were left for us, welcome after a late arrival. Easy check in thanks to an app. Spotlessly clean, clean towels daily, bed changed half way through the week. Free WiFi throughout, free safe. The pool areas are clean and tidy a nice area to relax...

We have been in Minos Hotel on vacation. This is just an great hotel. When we arrived the manager poured us a drink while we checked in, immediately making us feel welcome. Even the first day we were surprised in a perfect way when they gave us upgrade from double room to suite apartment for the same price an when we open the door from room there was one more surprise - champagne, wine and fruit for...

Minos Aparthotels is such a great home 🏠 when you are away from home 🏠 the (new apartments) have such modern large showers and bathrooms, the spacious balconies are amazing to have evening cocktails and dinners. The bedroom is a proper size and the lounge / dining area with the kitchenette is perfect when on holiday. We booked two apartments for 2 adults and 2 kids (20&15) well I guess they are adults...

Booked through Tui and it is spacious, very clean and the staff couldn't be more helpful. Very well appointed and well thought out Covid safety measures.

Great hotel especially for families. Rooms are very practical, the 3 pools are great, people are very nice. Not a lot of animations but the beach is very close with loads of restaurants bars...

Was here 3 years ago and it was amazing unfortunately on return this year we have found the evening meal to have gone down hill rapidly , not much choice , doesn't taste of much. We are half board and seriously would not do this again as we've found it a waste of money. The place is clean and staff friendly and the facilities are good . But you are better to go bed and breakfast. Evening meal time...

We enjoyed our stay here. The buffet breakfast and dinner were excellent. We are vegan and could always find healthy options. The staff are very professional and helpful. We also enjoyed the private beach.

The location is good, offering easy access to the charming town of Rethymnon, with its sites and vibrant atmosphere, 30 minutes from Old town by foot. The hotel is situated right on the beachfront, where the crystal-clear waters provide a perfect setting for sunbathing and swimming. The service and hospitality at Atlantis Beach Hotel are exceptional. The staff are friendly, attentive, and go above...

This was by far the best hotel that we have ever stayed in. The location is excellent- a 25min walk into the old town down the beach, passing shops, cafes and restaurants. The rooms are lovely, very spacious, very modern, air conditioned and comfortable beds. We had a sea view room which was outstanding. Walking up in a morning to the ocean and the most amazing sunrises that we have ever seen....

Stayed for 11nights at this wonderful hotel. Where do I start! Reception staff were so helpful. The staff at the restaurant are amazing so friendly and nothing is too much trouble for them, Always served with a smile. Breakfast was great there was absolutely anything you wanted. We stayed a few times for dinner at the hotel. Delicious food!! every night is buffet but different food every night. One...

Wonderful hotel with amazing staff!! We had a wonderful stay in June 2024. The staff go above and beyond for their guests, so friendly and so so helpful and will do anything to ensure your stay is perfect. The hotel is modern, and rooms are beautiful. The food is amazing, which is usually hard to find when booking hotels with board included, but this wasn't the case here, dinner was fantastic every...

Excellent service , it’s clean the crew are very friendly and helpful to our needs. Thank you to olga and angelina and the rest of the crew! I recommend this hotel for a great stay !❤️

We had a pleasant stay. Reception and concierge service was good. We made certain arrangements in advance of our arrival (car hire and a guide for a specialist trip). The recommendations were spot on. Breakfast was also good. It was buffet style, like the evening meals. We did not eat in the restaurant in the evening partly because it was a buffet and partly because there was a good selection of restaurants...

Friends are staying here so just drinks at the bar but clean and modern setting. Staff pleasant and receptive

Very nice hotel, I can't rate the food due to not eating at the premises, as we prefer to eat out when we're on holiday.

The hotel is situated in a very good location. The hotel staff are great. The staff in the dining area are wonderful. The cooking staff are awesome. I hope I have her name correct, because I really want to give a huge thank you to Evanggelina, she was amazing. The hotel is very clean and in a perfect location. Far enough from the tourist traps, but also close enough to walk to the old town. The beach...

Lovely 5 star hotel. Staff all friendly and more than happy to help. Lovely pools and beach side location. Also very clean rooms just keep tidy or the cleaners will do it for you.

This is surely a hotel that I won't forget quickly, in a good sense that is, at arrival we got taken care of our luggage who came to take it to our rooms, we got seated and welcomed with a glass of orange juice and a fresh towel. Furthermore a holiday concierge explained to us what was where in the hotel and so on, which was quite nice. Our room was good, not overwhelmingly good but it was good. The...

Excellent hotel on the sea front. Just a bit of a pity that the beach area was a bit lacking for such a quality hotel.

Probably the best sea view restaurant in Retimno, the staff are very welcoming, the food is delicious, highly recommend to visit if you are in Retimno

Absolute pleasure. The property is right on the sea, with waves constantly crashing in. The water: pristine, clear. The room was beautiful, with a bath tub next to the bed upstairs. And you always look out to the sea. The staff always courteous. To top it off, the food in the restaurant was some of the best I've had anywhere in the world. Very grateful to have experienced it.

Absolute pleasure. The property is located right on the beach, where the waves are constantly breaking. Water: pure, transparent. The room was beautiful with a bathroom next to the bed upstairs. And you always look at the sea. The staff is always polite. To top it off, the restaurant food was some of the best in the world. Thank you very much for experiencing this.

Four days of dreams in this cozy luxury hotel. The duplex room with sea view is great. The staff is attentive and offers quality food at a very affordable price. Thanks to the whole hotel team, we will be back! Corinne and Jean-Marc Ravat

Wow, this was a great place to stay! Everything is new and functional, the photos are all representative. Very friendly staff, super comfy bed, hot water, quiet room and great breakfast with fresh stuff! The food (dinner) at the restaurant was great! Blimey...

I would have given this hotel a higher rating but my sister and I both had terrifying experiences here (in separate rooms on separate floors) where the maintenance man let himself into our rooms without giving us any notice while we were unaccompanied by our partners. Even though I had locked the door from the inside & put the do-not-disturb sign on. I was undressed & got a big fright. However, my...

I want really recommended hotel Bio Suites. Hotel Staff was perfect i very helpful. Room are very comfortable and very clean. Food is delicious. It was very good holiday. Thank You.

Just returned from a 7 days stay in Bio Suits Hotel and it was amazing. The apartment was super clean with all the necessary accomodations you can think of. Great food, amazing wine, beautiful pool, exciting live evening shows and most of all great and gracious staff. I absolutely loved it!

I had a great time. The food was very tasty,rooms pretty spacious and the shower was absolutely amazing with very good water pressure and big cabin. Very nice people in the staff!

Nice hotel. Line 2. The beach is close. Wi fi on site and the beach. Excellent the geography of the hotel. Within walking distance of the Fortezza, the old town, the promenade, port. The hotel is fully correspond to its stars. The evening show. Food and drinks are of excellent quality. The staff is friendly and caring.

While fresh memories. The place a claim to 4. Well, I don't understand how it is possible for water at the dinner is paid extra to take , that's not very nice and ugly. Well, smile when you pay. Maid service is good, but not regular. She would have, but there is no miss. Wi Fi is decent, the location is great, close to the beach. A normal hotel. Then I will add more.

Nice people working there.

Dear Polyvios, thank you again for our wonderful place to stay while being on Crete. I have to point out that I loved the very clean rooms with clean towels every day, that was very comfy. Also the food was very good and I liked that it was so native. It was near to the beach and also near to the main road with shopping and bars, but very silent for a good sleep. The Cretan Night with the native dancers...

Well what a hotel. The staff were excellent and very helpful. Organised most things for us. Rooms lovely and clean.Fantastic location.Would definitely recommend and will be returning.

1 minute to the main town but still peaceful tucked away down a quiet street. 30 seconds to a lovely sandy beach with one of the best sunsets I have seen. The hotel is simple, clean, nice home cooked food. Not a massive selection of food but the food they do is extremely tasty. A peaceful and quiet relaxing hotel rather than young and lively. Really friendly staff especially George on the bar and ireene...

very nice hotel, in front of a very beautiful beach! the room was clean , the price was good , the restaurant very good, the pool was clean everyhting perfect but the beach in front of the hotel was amazing! Long and sany with many things to do

We had a really great week at this hotel! The staff were excellent, really helpful and friendly. The breakfast was excellent every morning with a good selection of local foods alongside staples. The pool and beach were both really great, it is next to a road that you have to cross to get to the beach but it was never busy enough to be problem. We both had fantastic massages in their wellness centre...

The stay at Plaza Beach was a fantastic experience. The staff were polite and the room was cleaned regularly. The staff were approachable and provided a professional service. We had paid for half board so we saw them twice a day at least. Reception staff were helpful when the transfer was not confirmed by my travel agency.

My favorite hotel forever. The location is absolutely breathtaking, directly across the sea. You can have a nice walk to Rethymno city along the beach from here.I really recommend the breakfast buffet, they also accommodate dietary restrictions. Staff is as friendly as usual in Greece, from housekeeping to waiters and receptionists. Very kid-friendly. I will definitely keep coming back. In my opinion...

Great hotel situated on a quiet road across from the beach. It had a friendly, calm, family atmosphere and was very clean with rooms made up daily. Breakfast was yummy with plenty of options including plenty of Greek and Cretan options. The hotel provided sunbeds on the beach and beach towels. Nearby was some great family tavernas, bakeries, a decent supermarket and a good car hire place that we used...

Me and my family visited this hotel last week.When I arrived I was not happy with the room and they kindly changed it .Apartments were not to my liking dark not enough chairs no couch.It was a very strange configuration.Bed was lovely and comfortable. Location was amazing and view spectacular but not many apartments had sea view.Having the beach across the road was great. Staff were lovely very helpful...

Beautiful hotel set up like a village right on the beach. Close to the old town and lots of places to eat nearby. Clean and super friendly and hardworking staff. They have their own private parking space for the rental car. Breakfast is superb! The service on the beach is also great. Foods en drinks can be ordered. 1 small minus, the gym should not actually be called a gym, far too few options. But...

I stayed in this hotel for a week mid-August and it was one of the best vacations I’ve ever had! Obviously, the rooms have everything you need and are very clean and modern. But I strongly suggest booking a room with a pool view, where you can enjoy an evening or two on the balcony. The food is delicious. We had different menus every day and the choice was just perfect, not too much and not too little...

I was here for a week on holiday. It was my first time in Greece and it was beautiful! The food and drinks were delicious! The service over all was great. I want to thank all the staff and employees for their hard work and kindness. Especially the bartenders from the pool bar. God bless you all! 🙏🏼 ~ Rafael Frolov

(De Engels tekst van mijn review heb ik gekopieerd van mijn man, het Nederlands is mijn aanvulling.) This hotel has a nice appearance and very friendly staff. Er is één mevrouw bij de receptie die zelfs Nederlands spreekt. Our room (nummer 217, 😊) is well sized with private balcony, airco and jacuzzi. It is all kept clean daily, including making the beds door twee lieve dames. Sometimes we could hear...

We stayed in June in this hotel. Hotel is on excellent location, 5km to town Retimno. Renovated and nice looking hotel. Little minus is rooms, they are little spaced bud still manageable. Every day they clean the rooms, everything it's tidy and clean. There is a crib for the baby, and you can ask kitchen staff to cook specially for the baby. Staff is amazing! Food is so delicious and variety of food...

Amazing stay at Hotel Minos Mare! Nice hotel, good food and great service, especially bartenders Stavros and Savas. Amazing people, amazing memories, great time! Greetings from Adrian, Mark and Mario.

Very nice hotel. Lovely food and great location especially for the beach. Very relaxing hotel, if you want to just relax and chill I’d recommend. 2 separate hotels however which isn’t specified anywhere so only 1 pool can be used as the other one is for a different hotel. Staff is lovely however only one staff member ruined our stay with was the lady at the pool bar with dark hair. Very rude and...

The entire staff of this hotel needs to be commended. Friendly, helpful, courteous and most of all went out of their way to assure we had everything we needed. The breakfast buffet was amazing. The location was perfect right across the street from the beach. We had a parking space directly in front of the hotel. I cannot say enough good things about it.

Located right on the beach. 15 minutes from the old town. Clean rooms. Quite large. Comfortable bed. Small swimming pool. Good experience in total.

Swell Boutique Hotel is the perfect place for those who like comfortable, clean and quiet rooms with a stunning sea view; breakfast rich and diverse; the beach just a few steps away... But the main reason why you should visit this hotel is the staff. They will welcome and pamper you with the effortless smile.

We stayed in June and are just now getting around to writing our review. The staff was so professional, kind, and friendly! Everything was beautiful- the rooms, the views- everything! The front desk people couldn't have been nicer. Oh, don't let me forget to mention the incredible food. Parking was a bit tricky, but we would still stay there again a thousand times over. We'd recommend Swell to anyone...

The hotel was nice and clean. Good air-condition and lovely service. Nice view from the balcony. The staff are all very nice and will greet you with a smile The bar has many good drinks, and the bartenders will try to make other drinks if you ask for it. The restaurant also has good food and the breakfast is heavenly with lots of food to choose from. It's also very close to the beach and other restaurants...

Personally for me, the quality of the Wi-Fi was crucial, first of all, as I planned to work remotely from room. It was great and stable, about 30 Mb/s. The beach exceeded all my expectations, the sea looked like an ocean. A few words about stuff. This is really a team of professionals! Any of our questions were resolved very quickly and in the most polite and friendly manner.

Super clean. Bit old but amazing staff and great pool compensate for that. Very good value for money.

Close to the beach, great pool. Lovely bar and fantastic service. Nice breakfast every morning. Literal 2 minute walk to the beach great restaurants literally next door/across the road Highly recommended.

We stayed in this hotel for 10 days. The hotel very friendly to families with children. Rooms very clean, cleaned daily every day. Change of towels with new ones every day. Very friendly, polite and helpful staff. Breakfast tasty and the products are fresh. Every now and then you can listen to live music in the bar, we had a great rock band. I highly recommend

Thank you Axos team! We had a fantastic 5 days right at the start of the summer season. From the moment we arrived we were welcomed with open arms. Whilst it’s definitely the people who make the place so fantastic, the rooms were bright and clean with everything you could want for a self-catered holiday. Breakfast included was also a very welcome addition!

Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The breakfast was great. The pool area was awesome. The location was near to the beach and there were plenty of shops and eating places nearby. After checkout I was able to use the pool area and there was a complimentary change area to use before we went to the airport.

It's three star's hotel but I have felt like I lived in a 5 star's hotel. People, place, the vibe, you can feel that you are in Greece, in Crete. Staning beakfast everyday! Everyone can find something for themself! Of course a lot of Greek food but also French, English, Deuch thing what was so perfect so everyone! The lady who's works at the breakfast was so nice and welcome you with a smile on their...

Excellent hotel. We had a the best sea view from our room. Reception is kind and very helpful. Highly recommended:)

Almost a week in paradise! We stayed at North Coast Seaside Luxury Suites in June 2024, and it became our HQ and recharging station for trips around the island. We fell in love with the apartment from the online photos (especially the kitchen – crucial for us!), and the balcony with a sea view was everything we dreamed of. Every morning, we lived the ‘breakfast with orange juice on the balcony’ clich...

A beautiful location by the sea, 30 minutes' walk from the old town of Rethymno. We booked 2 rooms for 4 people, but their system showed only 2 people. It was a Booking error, and they weren't very cooperative, charging us for breakfast for the 'extra' guests. We had to resolve it with Booking. Our room near the street was noisy. The Cretan breakfast omelette was watery, and the bread soaked it up...

We stayed at this hotel for two nights while visiting Rethymnon town. It's located right in front of Koumbes Beach, alongside other holiday homes. The suite was very new and well-maintained. We had a room on a higher floor facing the main road, which could be a bit noisy with the balcony door open. The property has a lift, making it easy to move our luggage. There's an open carpark with a small entrance...

The most wonderful people run this place! My stay at North Coast was supposed to be my 3rd visit to Crete just this summer. To give you some context - previously I stayed at Ikones and then Anemos. I got fed up with the rat race at big resorts and wanted to try something different. Once, while driving towards Galera (my favorite restaurant in town), we passed by the beautiful sparkling new building...

Nice place to stay; seaview is breathtaking, appartment looks nice(a coffee machine would really make it top)

We spent a wonderful week at this hotel. Service was immaculate, staff so friendly and helpful. The best place to visit Rethymno. On the edge of the old town, everything within walking distance. I have no doubts about my choice and I strongly recommend it to everyone. Σας ευχαριστώ, σας ευχαριστώ για τη θαυμάσια φιλοξενία 😁

This place is perfect in many ways. Voula is a very nice host and makes you feel at home. The rooms are very complete and have comfortabel beds. Very good breakfast! The location is the best in the old city, close to everything. Parking is included on a private parkinglot. Great stay! Crete is wunderfull.

What a wonderful small hotel. Hospitality fantastic. Service fantastic. Staff fantastic. Situated just at the edge of the old town this beautiful Venetian residence is perfectly located. The staff are excellent and always available and very helpful. We will return. This hotel is a credit to the owners 10/10 👍

Very nice hotel in an appropriate location. It also offered parking for our car!! Definitely recommend it!

This is a very good choice for adults🥰 The rooms are big and bright, the breakfast is super fresh and truly amazing, with good variety of warm food, fruits from the owners own garden, and homemade cakes and jams every day! You eat breakfast outside in the common area next to the pool. The owners and staff is simply adorable and so helpful! The rooms come with a safe and a mini kitchen with a fridge...

Good place to stay if you are traveling by car. Parking next to the palazzo, quiet courtyard. really homely atmosphere. the fortress and the old town are nearby, noisy streets are far away. Opposite is the police station, which is good in principle - calm! Lived on the ground floor and was not at all disappointed.

Very friendly stuff and a very nice place to stay. Only limitation is that there were no fruits at breakfast

Very mint, small Hotel. Clean Rooms and nicely Employees. The Meals are typical cretan with a lot of regional things. 5 * !

We just stayed there for the last 4 days and it was wonderful. Georgios is a great host and we felt like home at Olympia. The location is perfect, 2 min by feet to the sea and to many nice restaurants. The pool and pool bar are very cozy. The beds were also very comfortable and the A/C is working perfectly, we could sleep very well with 35 degrees outside. Thank you for having us!

Nice and friendly staff. Very good and clean rooms with enough space and good beds. The breakfast is variated and delicious.

Nice hotel close to the beach and has a small pool as well, big apartment style rooms with small kitchens

Great hotel. Very clean, elegant, stylish. On a very busy and loud street but with great soundproofing. Also has a nice pool. The reception is very helpful and friendly.

We had a fantastic stay in this hotel. It was very clean, tidy, well equipped. The staff are lovely and friendly, very helpful too. Beds nice and comfy. plenty of towels and very nice touch, slippers... Excellant value.. It is close enough to Rethymno town, nice walk or short ride in taxi. We will stay again if we get the chance..... Our stay was middle of June 2014......

L like everything about hotel-From loction to staffs were wounderful,Willingly to help with anything you want

The hotel has a really nice location. The quality of the hotel is quite average. Breakfast is just basic. We stayed there for 7 nights and breakfast was every day with the same selection of food. Still we were satisfied. The room had balcony and the hotel room itself was really clean. We had air conditioner also at the room. Receptionist named Katerina!? (Not sure if the name is writen right) was really...

Great place to stay, good location, rooms are very nice, beautiful view from the roof top. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

Great location but it's noisy due to trafficking, very hospitality staff. Only objection is there is no list of "useful things"in the room and you must ask for every info

I did not stay at this hotel, just been to their beach and they got the most friendly and serviceminded staff at the beach. If possible, I would give 10 stars for their effort to make every guest feel good at the beach. Special big Thank to Georgios.. We were met with a big smile every day, and they helped us with sunbeds, drinks and free water to make sure we did not dehydrate in the sun. I have...

It was our third stay in the hotel and we really enjoyed. A special thanks to the kind Sophia serving our cappuccino every evening. The massages in the hotel spa are also very good and the spa ladies are very nice. We enjoyed Noras daily Yoga sessions so much. She is one of the reasons we return every year. We saw here dancing and would love to see a Salsa Show in the evening entertainment of our...

We spent two weeks in Odyssia Beach Hotel in Late July and Early August. Most guests during that time were german-speaking with occassional french and dutch guests. As everything in life, the hotel has it´s strength and weaknesses. To the good sides belong an excellent gastronomy, as well as a friendly service (at least outside of the reception area). The weaknesses of the hotel are mostly tied to...

Stunning. Exciting hotel. Everything is dedicated to the guests. We never met such a gently and polite people which are oriented to the guests service. This is place with excellent beach, shop inside the property with a prices as in the city. Rooms are clean, big and a see view with the sunset is stunning. We traveled a lot around the globe but such a hospitality like in Odyssia Beach we never had...

I've stayed several times at the Odyssia Beach and I return because the staff are so welcoming and helpful, the location is on the beach with a superb beach bar and restaurant. Great for families too with a children's pool and you don't have to cross a road to access the beach. There's also a good bus service into Rethymnon and lots of bars, restaurants, and hotels in Missiria. It's a gem of a hotel...