Old Town Rethymnon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent mountain in the background, a harbor with ships, and a fortified area with historical buildings.
A waterfront town with buildings, a dock, and boats.
A historic stone fortress with a cobblestone pathway and lush greenery.
A coastal fortification with a dome structure, surrounded by greenery and rocky terrain.
A beach with a lighthouse, palm trees, and buildings along the shore.

Stay near popular Old Town Rethymnon attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Old Town Rethymnon Hotel Deals

Rimondi Boutique Hotels-Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Rimondi Boutique Hotels-Small Luxury Hotels of the World

4 out of 5
10, Xantoulidou Street Rethymno Crete Island
The price is AU$282 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$282
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (361 reviews)
"Great views and great service. Clean large room."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Rimondi Boutique Hotels-Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Civitas Suites Hotel

Civitas Suites Hotel

4 out of 5
E Venizelou 20 Rethymno Crete Island
The price is AU$176 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$176
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Ecclesiastical ...
Civitas Suites Hotel
Barbara Studios

Barbara Studios

14 Dambergi Rethymno Crete Island
The price is AU$187 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$187
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Museum of Contemporary ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
"Stunning place, right in the middle of everything but quiet, Ira was fantastic, was really helpful, nothing was too much trouble"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Barbara Studios
The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection Hilton

The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection Hilton

5 out of 5
58 Km Herakliou Mylopotamos Crete
The price is AU$749 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$749
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Mylopotamos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Geropotamos Beach and Spilies Beach are located ...
The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection Hilton
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

5 out of 5
Australon Polemiston 23 Rethymno Crete
The price is AU$621 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$621
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (376 reviews)
"Very peaceful and relaxing resort!"

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Kalypso Cretan Village Resort and Spa

Kalypso Cretan Village Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
Karavos Beach Plakias Agios Vasileios Crete
The price is AU$222 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$222
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Agios Vasileios. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Damnóni Beach and Ammoúdi are located ...
6.8/10 (162 reviews)
"La vue, la mer et les piscines sont très belles. Mais les chambres étaient belles il y a 20 ans... pas du tout un hôtel chic... De plus, la formule déjeuner et souper inclu c'est un buffet de "tout inclu" vraiment très ordinaire.... Les chaises longues ne sont pas ajustables. On aurait voulu faire ..."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Kalypso Cretan Village Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Old Town Rethymnon

Find the best Old Town Rethymnon areas for the activities you enjoy most.

New Town

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

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.

Adelianos Kampos

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

Perivolia

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



Old Town Rethymnon Travel Guide

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