Old Town Rethymnon Travel Guide

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Aerial view of Rethymno town in Crete, Greece, featuring the Fortezza, terracotta roofed old town, Mediterranean harbor, and rugged mountains.
Aerial view of Rethymno town in Crete, Greece, featuring the Fortezza, terracotta roofed old town, Mediterranean harbor, and rugged mountains.
Panorama of old town
The venetian fortress of Fortezza on the hill at the old town of Rethimno, Crete, Greece.
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Palazzino Di Corina

Palazzino Di Corina

4 out of 5
Damvergi Street 7-9 Rethymno
The price is NZ$151 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$151
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
Excellent location in the Old Town. Came in the winter so it was too cold to sit out in the courtyard, but it looked cozy.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Palazzino Di Corina
Rimondi Boutique Hotels

Rimondi Boutique Hotels

4 out of 5
10, Xantoulidou Street Rethymno Crete Island
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (347 reviews)
Lovely hotel in the heart of old town Rethymno
Lovely place in the heart of old town a straight shot back walking from the recommended parking.

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

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Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park

Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park

4 out of 5
Panormo Mylopotamos Crete Island
Stay at this beach hotel in Mylopotamos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Limni Beach and Sfagia Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (97 reviews)
Wonderful place very friendly staff excellent food and services. Come back again.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

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Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park
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Rimondi Boutique Hotels

Rimondi Boutique Hotels

4 out of 5
10, Xantoulidou Street Rethymno Crete Island
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (347 reviews)
Lovely hotel in the heart of old town Rethymno
Lovely place in the heart of old town a straight shot back walking from the recommended parking.

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

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Atlantis Beach Hotel

Atlantis Beach Hotel

5 out of 5
Ari Velouchioti Street 28 Rethymno Crete
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Town Beach and Blue Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
Wonderful hotel in good location. Just a short walk to the old town for shopping, dinning, etc.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Atlantis Beach Hotel
Grecotel Plaza Beach House

Grecotel Plaza Beach House

4 out of 5
60, A. Velouchioti st Rethymno Crete Island
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Town Beach and Horse Park Rethymno are ...
7.8/10 Good! (45 reviews)
Clean room, attentive staff

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

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Popular places to visit

Greece, Greek Islands, Crete, Rethymnon, fishing harbour and boats

Rethymnon Venetian Port

4.5/5(10 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

Rethimno Kart

You can take time to visit Rethimno Kart during your travels to Rethymno. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.

Rethimno Kart

University of Crete

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

Rethymnon Town Hall

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

Rimondi Fountain

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

Rimondi Fountain

Fortezza Castle

4.5/5(8 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

Activities

Crete Horse Riding: Cretan Countryside Ride

Crete Horse Riding: Cretan Countryside Ride

NZ$115
per adult
Crete Horse Riding: Cretan Countryside Ride
e-Bike Guided Tour to Myli Gorge with Lunch included

e-Bike Guided Tour to Myli Gorge with Full Lunch included

NZ$138
per adult
e-Bike Guided Tour to Myli Gorge with Full Lunch included
Rethymno Cycling Tour

Rethymno Guided eBike Tour to Mili Gorge

NZ$109
per adult
Rethymno Guided eBike Tour to Mili Gorge
Southern Crete Self Guided Drive from Spili to Triopetra Beaches

Southern Crete Self Guided Drive from Spili to Triopetra Beaches

NZ$25
per traveller
Southern Crete Self Guided Drive from Spili to Triopetra Beaches
An audio tour of Rethymno: From Ancient Greece to modern times

An audio tour of Rethymno: From Ancient Greece to modern times

NZ$20
per adult
An audio tour of Rethymno: From Ancient Greece to modern times
e-Bike Cycling Tour to Arkadi Monastery with Lunch included

e-Bike Cycling Tour to Arkadi Monastery Full Lunch included

NZ$138
per adult
e-Bike Cycling Tour to Arkadi Monastery Full Lunch included
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