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
Achillion Palace
Achillion Palace
4 out of 5
27 K Giamboudaki Str, Rethymno, Crete Island
The price is £97 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£97
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and St. Anthony Gorge ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (208 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2023

Achillion Palace
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 £435 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
£435
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Rethimno Kart ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (113 reviews)
"Fantastic holiday, wonderful cocktails, lovely sunsets, delicious food and everything was included in the all inclusive package (cocktails, fine dining restaurant, Asian restaurant, Italian, agreco farm dine out option which we unfortunately didn’t have time for, crepes and waffles, ice creams). ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Grecotel LUX ME White Palace - All Inclusive
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
5 out of 5
Australon Polemiston 23, Rethymno, Crete
The price is £178 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
£178
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (183 reviews)
"Beautiful and clean with all the amenities. The pool and design is sleek and an amazing area to spend your days. The beach is a private direct access! This is special for this area because many of the resorts are separated by a street. We stayed in a basic room and it was still lovely. Breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
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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 Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Town Beach ...
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 Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Blue ...
9/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
"The hotel is in a really nice area of Rethymno. The room was spacious and comfortable. Only downside was the breakfast, wasn’t what you’d expect at a 4star hotel."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Bio Suites Hotel
Palazzo Vecchio Exclusive Residence
Palazzo Vecchio Exclusive Residence
Iroon Politechniou & Melissinou, Rethymno, Crete
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Old ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (202 reviews)
"When we arrived we were greeted by a very friendly front desk manager, who upgraded us without us even asking. A great experience unfortunately only for one night."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

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 Town Hall

3/5(4 reviews)

After visiting Rethymnon Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Rethymnon Town Hall

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

£386
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

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

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

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

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very safe , crime free and really friendly people.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

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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