Rethymno Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rethymno Castle, Crete, Greece
The Arkadi Monastery (in Greek Moní Arkadíou) is an Eastern Orthodox monastery, situated near Rethymno, is one of the most historic monasteries on Crete.
Rethimno city with the fortress of Fortezza, Crete, Greece.
Rethymno city at Crete island in Greece. The old venetian harbor.
Palm beach of Preveli, Rethymno, Crete, Greek Islands

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Where to stay in Rethymno

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New Town

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

New Town
Rethimno city with the fortress of Fortezza, Crete, Greece.

Old Town

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

Old Town
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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.

Platanes
Sunset in the beach of Aegeian sea in Adelianos Kampos resort, Crete island, Greece

Adelianos Kampos

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

Adelianos Kampos
Aerial view of Lake Kournas in Crete, Greece, featuring turquoise waters, boats, a sandy shoreline with umbrellas, and surrounding rugged hills.

Perivolia

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

Perivolia
Gerani

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.

Gerani
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

5 out of 5
Australon Polemiston 23 Rethymno Crete
The price is AU$411 per night from 30 May to 31 May
AU$411
30 May - 31 May
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! (359 reviews)
"This was a true gem - Staff went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. It was my birthday on our check-in and we were upgraded to their best suite with an amazing view - encourages us to stay another night. Zana in guest experiences was absolutely amazing. Gorgeous pools, beach access right ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Atlantis Beach Hotel

Atlantis Beach Hotel

5 out of 5
Ari Velouchioti Street 28 Rethymno Crete
The price is AU$289 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$289
28 May - 29 May
includes taxes & fees
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! (96 reviews)
"Excellent location! Right on the beach in a short distance into old town. All the amenities needed and staff were so friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Atlantis Beach Hotel
The Syntopia Hotel

The Syntopia Hotel

4 out of 5
Palea EO Rethimnou Irakliou Rethymno Crete
The price is AU$486 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$486
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"The hotel is clean, had great vibe and interior design. Amenities include a small gym with good equipment and a yoga studio. Good was fantastic, great section for meat and non-meat eaters. Restaurant and bar staff very friendly and good service. Good selection of pools, just have to be up early for ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

The Syntopia Hotel
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.
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! (96 reviews)
"Excellent location! Right on the beach in a short distance into old town. All the amenities needed and staff were so friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 17 May 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 Town Beach and Blue Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
"Good facilities and comfortable sleep. Water pressure was fantastic. Just a block away from the beach. Made for a great choice to walk along the promenade into the city without breaking the bank."

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Eltina Hotel
Elina Hotel Apartments

Elina Hotel Apartments

3 out of 5
153 L. Kountouriotou Street Rethymno Crete Island
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions St. Anthony Gorge and Paleontological ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (82 reviews)
"Great location to access the beach, lots of shopping, and lots of dining and drinking establishments. Very walkable. Lucked out and got street parking a couple blocks away the first day, but had to do pay parking at the marina the second day. Reception staff Alex extremely helpful with calling the ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Elina Hotel Apartments
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.

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