Rethymno Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic stone fortress with a flag on top, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.
A historic church with a bell tower, framed by a natural rock archway.
A coastal fortification with a dome structure, surrounded by greenery and rocky terrain.
A coastal town at sunset with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a calm harbor.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and a clear blue sea.

Our guide on where to stay in Rethymno

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New Town

If you're spending some time in New Town, Rethymnon Town Hall and Town Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal fortification with a dome structure, surrounded by greenery and rocky terrain.

Old Town

If you're spending some time in Old Town, Rethymnon Venetian Port and Fortezza Castle are top sights worth seeing.

Platanes

Unique features of Platanes include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Platanes Beach or Blue Beach while you're exploring the area.

A sunset over a calm sea with mountains in the background.

Adelianos Kampos

Visitors to Adelianos Kampos like its beaches and bars, and Platanes Beach is a sight worth a stop.

A rocky coastline with clear turquoise waters and a steep cliff.

Gerani

Though Gerani may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Episkopi Beach and Fortezza Castle.

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

5 out of 5
Australon Polemiston 23 Rethymno Crete
The price is NZ$769 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$769
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (370 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic! Wonderful staff and beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on 13 June 2026

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Grecotel Creta Palace

Grecotel Creta Palace

5 out of 5
Missiria Rethymno Crete Island
The price is NZ$837 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$837
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Horse Park Rethymno ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (124 reviews)
"Vary friendly staff excellent facilities will use again."

Reviewed on 12 June 2026

Grecotel Creta Palace
Aristea Hotel Rethymnon

Aristea Hotel Rethymnon

2 out of 5
110 Martyron Sq. Rethymno Crete
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (147 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Friendly and helpful staff. Parking can be difficult to find at certain times of day, but usually you find something. Pool was lovely. Rooms cleaned well, towels for pool provided. Coffee shops/bakeries, supermarket, laundromat at the end of the street. Lots of sets of approx ..."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

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Aristea Hotel Rethymnon
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Aristea Hotel Rethymnon

Aristea Hotel Rethymnon

2 out of 5
110 Martyron Sq. Rethymno Crete
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (147 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Friendly and helpful staff. Parking can be difficult to find at certain times of day, but usually you find something. Pool was lovely. Rooms cleaned well, towels for pool provided. Coffee shops/bakeries, supermarket, laundromat at the end of the street. Lots of sets of approx ..."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Aristea Hotel Rethymnon
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 Rethymnon Venetian Port and Town Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
"The hotel staff were friendly, helpful and very professional, from cleaners to reception staff. The hotel grounds were spacious and thoughtfully laid out. The hotel was in an excellent location and facilities were excellent."

Reviewed on 12 June 2026

Atlantis Beach Hotel
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, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Town Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
"I didn’t like the bed. TV bad (needs modern FreeView TV) WiFi week. Coffee machine in room, Locations quite a trek from main bus station. Early check in. Quiet rooms, good breakfast, great bathroom/ shower. Staff okay"

Reviewed on 12 June 2026

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Stay near popular Rethymno attractions

Rethymnon Venetian Port

9.2/5 (853 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rethymnon Venetian Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
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Activities

From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour

From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour

NZ$55
per adult
From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour
Arkadi, Melidoni, Margarites Half day

Arkadi, Melidoni, Margarites

NZ$49
per adult
Arkadi, Melidoni, Margarites
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