Rethymno Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Crete Island featuring general coastal views

Where to stay in Rethymno

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Perivolia

While visiting Perivolia, you might make a stop by sights like Town Beach and Blue Beach.

Perivolia
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
5 out of 5
Australon Polemiston 23, Rethymno, Crete
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £149 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£149
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
"This is a brand new hotel. Besides the 2 pools, it has direct access to the beach. The facilities are new but the design in the room doesn't seem very practical. There is no door between the bathroom and the bedroom. The light and temperature control switches are built into the wall and hard to find ..."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Grecotel LUX ME White Palace - All Inclusive
Grecotel LUX ME White Palace - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Kambos Pigis, Adelianos Kampos, Rethymno, Crete Island
The price is £263 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£263
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Rethimno Kart and Platanes Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
"Great hotel!"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024

Grecotel LUX ME White Palace - All Inclusive
CARAMEL Grecotel Boutique Resort
CARAMEL Grecotel Boutique Resort
5 out of 5
Adele, Adelianos Kampos, Rethymno, Crete Island
The price is £200 per night from 14 May to 15 May
£200
per night
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Rethimno Kart and Platanes Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel located midway between Heraklion and Chania. Loved the beach and restaurant. Our room was amazing with our own pool and fireplace in our private outdoor area. Staff couldn't have been nicer. Loved Rethymno's old town which was a short cab drive away. Would highly recommend this ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2023

CARAMEL Grecotel Boutique Resort
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Eltina Hotel
Eltina Hotel
2 out of 5
39 Opliton Sholis Horofilakis, Rethymno, Crete Island
Stay at this aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and breakfast. Popular attractions Town Beach and Blue Beach are located nearby. Discover ...
9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
"We had a great stay at Hotel Eltina! The hotel is extremely close to the beach, and about a 25 minute walk from old town Rethymno."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2023

Eltina Hotel
Bio Suites Hotel
Bio Suites Hotel
4 out of 5
13, Albert Schweitzer Street, Rethymno, Crete Island
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Blue Beach and St. Anthony Gorge are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
"Great property with a quick walk to Old Town (15 min - 20min). Beach access across the road. Very clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2024

Bio Suites Hotel
Palazzo Vecchio Exclusive Residence
Palazzo Vecchio Exclusive Residence
4 out of 5
Iroon Politechniou & Melissinou, Rethymno, Crete
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Old Turkish Bath and Erofili ...
9/10 Wonderful! (200 reviews)
"Adonis was a gracious host, and we especially enjoyed talkig with Nikki, who was part of the staff. Our apartment was spacious, and had a nice balcony with a nice city view that also looked out on the Fortezza. Adonis oriented us to the neighborhood with suggestions and a map. We had kitchen facilities ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2023

Palazzo Vecchio Exclusive Residence
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Popular places to visit

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Rethymnon Venetian Port

4.5/5(72 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rethymnon Venetian Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Rethymnon Venetian Port
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Argiroupoli Springs

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Argiroupoli Springs during your travels in Argyroupoli. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Argiroupoli Springs
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Rimondi Fountain

4/5(16 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rimondi Fountain. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Rimondi Fountain
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Fortezza Castle

4.5/5(58 reviews)

Find out about the history of Old Town Rethymnon with a stop at Fortezza Castle. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Fortezza Castle
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University of Crete

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Crete during your travels in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

University of Crete
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Rethymnon Lighthouse

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Rethymno when you take a trip to Rethymnon Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Rethymnon Lighthouse

Things to do

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The Cretan Way of Life at the mountains of Rethymno (Mylopotamos)

£142
Per adult
The Cretan Way of Life at the mountains of Rethymno (Mylopotamos)
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Crete: Private Guided Trek to Samaria Gorge with Transfer

£403
Per adult
Crete: Private Guided Trek to Samaria Gorge with Transfer
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Chrysoula's Traditional Cretan Home Cooking

£64
Per adult
Chrysoula's Traditional Cretan Home Cooking
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Reviews of Rethymno

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
24 Oct 2019

The old town is a compact collection of vibrant, colourful narrow streets and alleys with a charming, small harbour and ancient fortification. There's a great range of shops and restaurants and many interesting places to visit around Rethymno.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
23 Oct 2019

We have been to Rethymnon many times, we love all the little backstreets, the range of tavernas and the friendliness of the people.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
14 Oct 2019

Rethymno is a beautiful historic town surrounded by nice beaches and with a beautiful mountainous back drop. A great base for a holiday in Crete, with plenty of affordable places to eat and drink. Nearby city of Hania well worth a visit too.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
14 Oct 2019

Old town was brilliant - lots of great restaurants which are better value than right on the harbour or seafront

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
2 Oct 2019

Very safe , crime free and really friendly people.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
25 Sep 2019

I love the place. 3 visits every year for 10 years. Yet find something new all the time. Old town is amazing and very safe. We have no worries wandering around at 2am. On a night police close the roads, so safe to walk without traffic about

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