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Hotel Elida

Island escape where vibrant nightlife meets daytime serenity, offering the perfect balance between entertainment and relaxation

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Hotel Elida, in the entertainment district, is a tropical retreat. Enjoy the beach with two nearby bars, cool off in the pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, and explore with free self-parking. The property features lush gardens and offers luggage storage service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Room options

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In-room safe, soundproofing, bed sheets

Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, soundproofing, bed sheets

Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Rethymno, Hotel Elida is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Great Gate and Venetian Loggia are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Horse Park Rethymno and Rethimno Kart. Paleontological Museum and Reptisland are also worth visiting. Visit our Rethymno travel guide
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13, Gioulounta, Platanes, Rethymno, 74100

What's nearby

  • Sunset on Crete Island 🌅 #Golden
    Blue Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Platanes Beach
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Horse Park Rethymno
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Town Beach
    4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mili Gorge
    4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • upano
    2 min walk
  • Mr. Gyros
    9 min walk
  • Baja Beach Club
    16 min walk
  • Finikas
    5 min walk
  • Taverna Vergina
    4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Elida

Guest house in the entertainment district
You can look forward to 2 beach bars, a poolside bar and a terrace at Hotel Elida. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, barbecues and beach umbrellas
  • A front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Elida feature thoughtful touches, such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as safes and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs and children's books
  • Bathrooms with baths and hairdryers
  • Balconies, kitchenettes and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Vineyard

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 5.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 3.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Air conditioning fee: EUR 5 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 3.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 5.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 June to 30 October
Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM

Property is also known as

Hotel Elida Rethymnon
Elida Rethymnon
Hotel Elida Crete
Hotel Elida Rethymno
Hotel Elida Guesthouse
Hotel Elida Guesthouse Rethymno

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Elida have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM to 9 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Elida?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Elida on 9 Mar 2026 start from NZ$80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Elida pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Elida?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Elida?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Elida?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Hotel Elida located?

Situated in the historical district, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Platanes Beach, Horse Park Rethymno and Blue Beach. Town Beach and Mili Gorge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Elida Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly Hosts. Near the beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peaceful, relaxing, close to beach in one direction, close to shops, restaurants & supermarkets in the other. Owners friendly & nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t have any negative comments at all. The host/owner is super friendly and also very accommodating. Hey, go and spend double and treble the price, that is your choice, but when you consider you are out most of the day and night anyway, why would you! For me anyway, a perfect stay and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice family/ host! Appartement with balcony and adequate equipment. Near to Pavlos beach, tavernas and supermarkets. We will come again!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for my journey. Property is very close to the beach. Lots of dining options close by. Parking can be a pain but host goes out.of his way to be accommodating. Laneway to accommodation is very narrow for cars.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnaud

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent price

Located in a competitive area, it is an excellent alternative to low budget. The beach is just at the end of the street and many restaurant on the orther side of the street. Facilities to cook in the studio, air conditionning and private outdoor space beside the pool.. The tenant was very kind, smiling and flexible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartments at Hotel Elida are run by a friendly and welcoming family who always take the time to have a chat & give advice on places to visit in the local area. They're clean & all have their own balcony overlooking the pool. There's parking outside for some cars, though the road is very narrow, so only one vehicle wide. It's fairly quiet, with little noise from the main strip, just the sounds of nature - cicadas, birds and chickens. It's close to the beach & close to the main street where you'll find plenty of dining options, shops & the local supermarket. The pool area is clean and tidy with sun loungers and plenty of beautiful flowers and plants. There is a well stocked bar in the pool area as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norddin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing place. Right next to the beach. Superfriendly owner that helps out with everything. Clean and god sized pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Guro Fosse

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty, foul smelling, bugs in the kitchendrawer. Reeked of stale cigarettsmoke.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JEAN PIERRE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tres agréable proche de la plage et des commerces et restaurants. Très bon choix !
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Georgios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Φιλικοί&εξυπηρετικοί ιδιοκτήτες, θέλει ανακαίνιση

Οι ιδιοκτήτες είναι πολύ φιλικοί και εξυπηρετικοί, προσπαθώντας να μας προσφέρουν το καλύτερο. Το ξενοδοχείο είναι παλιό και απαιτείται κάποια ανακαίνιση, παρόλα αυτά ήταν πεντακάθαρο και αλλάζονταν τακτικά τα κλινοσκεπάσματα και η διαμονή ήταν ευχάριστη. Αυτό που δεν μου άρεσε είναι ότι δεν ήταν κατανοητό εξαρχής και χρεωθήκαμε επιπλέον για το κλιματιστικό (5 Ευρώ ημερησίως).
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franziska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Die Zimmer sind etwas in die Jahre gekommen, jedoch sehr sauber. Die "Herbergswirte" Manos und Nikos (Junior und Senior) sind sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Das Zimmer ist mit einer kleinen Küchenzeile inkl. Besteck, Geschirr, Kochutensilien und Kühlschrank ausgestattet. Außerdem hat es einen Balkon mit Tisch, Stühlen und Wäscheleinen. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten (Supermarkt und Souveniers), Tavernen und Bushaltestellen sind gut zu Fuß erreichbar. Der fußläufige Strand ist auch sehr zu empfehlen (sauber und gepflegt).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Une nuit en couple ; “Hôtel très bien situé, avec un accueil chaleureux. La chambre était propre et fonctionnelle, avec en bonus un petit balcon bien agréable.”
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hartmut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kurzer Weg zum Strand, Parkmöglichkeit am Haus, schöne Aussicht
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Schoon appartement, 3 keer per week schone laken en handdoeken. Verouderd interieur, maar geen probleem voor mij.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

hure

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bien situé question commerces Endroit calme Accès rapide à la nationale
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Siobhan, Essen

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a clean apartment and Manus and his family were very kind and friendly. Looking forward to come back. Thank you
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Annie, Montréal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
L’hotel Était bien situé. Resto épicerie Bakery à proximité. Point central pour visite Mont Ida et Rethymno. Près de la plage. Autobus au coin de la rue. La piscine etait appréciée, mais beaucoup trop de chlore...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Seung-Han

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family run nice hotel.

Pro: - Clean and cozy room - Quiet place. Many good restaurants, supermarket and beach are very close. - Well maintained swimming pool, deep enough to dive. (-the deepest spot will be about 3 meters) - Kind and helpful host family Cons: - Unreachable distance by foot from the center of Rethymno (more than 10km away) - Too much chemical smell from the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura in posizione ottima, vicinissima alla strada principale con tutti i servizi ( bar, ristoranti, supermarket) ma comunque tranquilla e silenziosa. La famiglia che la gestisce è molto gentile e disponibile. La piscina è piccola ma ottima per i pomeriggi caldi
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Franck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019