Best places to stay in Rethymno (Crete)

Housed in a 16th-century Venetian building, just 100 metres from the Venetian Harbour

Positioned right at the Venetian harbour with direct harbour and Cretan Sea views from rooms

A restored Venetian lord's house in the Old Town with a rooftop terrace and fine dining

A 14th-century building in the heart of the Old Town featuring original Venetian architectural details

Carefully restored Old Town property with antique-furnished rooms and spa baths in a quiet street

A fully renovated 16th-century Old Town residence with spa baths and boutique luxury finishes

Small Luxury Hotels of the World member with a palm-lined pool patio at the heart of the Old Town

Set in a listed 1450s Venetian house just 50 metres from the Venetian Harbour and Loggia

An Old Town Venetian-Turkish mansion with beamed ceilings, stone walls, and self-catering suites

Located within 30 metres of the Venetian fortress in the Old Town centre, steps from the beach

Five-star beachfront hotel steps from the Old Town, offering spa treatments, yoga, and 3 freshwater pools

Exclusive 5-star Grecotel resort with private beach, indoor pool, spa, and 10 restaurants and bars

New 5-star beachfront property featuring a spa, fitness centre, and 3 pools in central Rethymno Town

Five-star boutique resort right on the Blue Flag beach promenade with spa, jacuzzi, and 3 pools

Five-star beachfront property with private beach, spa, and year-round pool in central Rethymno

Eco-friendly spa hotel 50 metres from the beach and a 10-minute walk from the Venetian harbour and Fortezza

Five-star spa hotel with private beach area, fitness centre, and free bikes in central Rethymno

Five-star Blue Flag beachfront hotel with spa, jacuzzi, 4 restaurants, and a 170-m2 swimming pool

Adults-only 5-star spa retreat 200 metres from the beach with jacuzzi, fitness centre, and free bikes

Five-star adults-only spa resort with private beach area, jacuzzi, and exceptional breakfast near Rethymno

Housed in a renovated neoclassical building just 200 metres from the beach and steps from the Venetian harbour

A historically themed romantic residence in Rethymno's old town with exceptional design and private pool access

Beachfront suites with sea-view spa baths, smart room technology, and a 16-minute walk from the scenic old town

Adults-only boutique retreat set in the heart of Rethymno's Old Town with an outdoor pool and easy harbour access

Located in the heart of the old town, 300 metres from the longest sandy beach and close to the Venetian harbour

Housed in a former Ottoman hammam with spa bath and outdoor hot tub options, just 250 metres from Fortezza Fortress

Intimate suites with a private hot tub in Rethymno's historic centre, steps from the Archaeological Museum

Romantic suites with a shared pool in the heart of the picturesque old town, ideal for a quiet honeymoon retreat

Beachfront suites designed by a leading Greek architect in Rethymno's historic quarter with magnificent sea views

A 4-star guest house 300 metres from the old town centre with a seasonal outdoor pool and a romantic, heritage atmosphere

Sits next door to Rethymno Municipal Gardens and the historical old town, ideal for walkable sightseeing

Close to Rethymno's Old Town with a pool, poolside snack bar, and 24-hour reception

Only 800 metres from the Venetian Harbour and within easy walking distance of the Old Town

Housed in a 1600s Venetian building in the heart of the Old Town, just 50 metres from the port

Set 100 metres from the Old Town centre in a historic building with city-view terrace

Located in Rethymno Town with a shared lounge and terrace, just minutes from Old Town landmarks

Situated in the centre of Rethymno Town, 300 metres from the Archaeological Museum and close to the Old Town

Set in the Old Town Rethymno district, 400 metres from the Archaeological Museum with a pool and restaurant

Centrally located in Old Rethymno Town right on the seafront, steps from the beach and historic quarter

Central Rethymno Town location close to the Venetian Harbour, Fortezza Castle, and Old Town streets

Just 100 metres from Platanes Beach with a freshwater pool and poolside snack bar for families

Six pools and a full aqua park with slides make this a standout choice for young children

Beachfront property with a dedicated children's pool and fully equipped self-catering apartments

Family rooms, two pools, and an all-inclusive option in a green garden setting close to the beach

A few metres from the beach in Missiria with pool-view balconies and spacious self-catering studios

Dedicated kids' outdoor pool, free sunbeds, and family rooms just 100 metres from the sandy beach

Sits opposite the sandy Perivolia beach with a children's pool and complimentary sun loungers included

Right on Perivolia Beach with a poolside snack bar and self-catering units set in blossomed gardens

Twenty metres from Missiria Beach with Cretan Sea balcony views and a pool in a quiet setting

Only 300 metres from the Archaeological Museum, set in the heart of Rethymno Town with a sun terrace

Just 160 metres from the Archaeological Museum of Rethymnon, housed in a characterful old town building

100 metres from the Archaeological Museum, with historic-themed interiors and family-friendly rooms in the old town

5-star adults-only suites in the centre of Rethymno Town, with rooftop pool and exceptional breakfast

Stylishly restored historic building in Rethymno old town with stone walls, arches, and private pools

Old town location with a private hot tub, garden terrace views, and individually designed suites

500 metres from the Archaeological Museum, featuring a rooftop pool and design-forward accommodation in the town centre

400 metres from the Archaeological Museum, with historical and cultural themes woven into a central old town setting

Right in the centre of Rethymno Town, with elegant courtyard and sun terrace in a boutique old town property

A 3-minute walk from the Archaeological Museum, beachfront suites with a patio and cultural old town surroundings

Centrally located 100 metres from the beach and 500 metres from Fortezza Castle, with free WiFi

Right in the heart of Rethymno Old Town with room service and a private-entrance sun terrace

Situated in the Old Town Rethymno district, just 400 metres from the Archaeological Museum

Historic Old Town setting with city views, self-catering kitchen, and free WiFi for independent travelers

Compact studios with private entrance and terrace, 200 metres from the centre of Rethymno Old Town

Only 500 metres from Fortezza Castle, offering free WiFi and airport shuttle in a budget-friendly Old Town setting

Garden setting near Historical and Folklore Museum and Centre of Byzantine Art, with free WiFi and breakfast

Budget-rated property 300 metres from the Archaeological Museum with free WiFi and included breakfast

Compact boutique stay 300 metres from the beach with exceptional breakfast and 24-hour front desk service

Old Town-adjacent apartment with terrace, hammam access, and private entrance suited for solo stays

Set 100 metres from the beach with a pool, snack bar, and self-catering units perfect for couples on a budget

Right on the blue-flagged beach with an outdoor pool, sea-view sun terrace, and a restaurant on site

Beachfront property with a sea-view restaurant, private balconies overlooking the Cretan Sea, at a budget-friendly tier

Beachfront 2-star studios with free WiFi, a terrace, and a bar steps from the water for cost-conscious couples

Beachfront 2-star aparthotel with a seasonal pool, fitness centre, and direct access to Rethymno Beach

Fifty metres from the main beach with a pool, self-catering studios, and furnished balconies at a low-cost rate

Only 60 metres from Perivolia beach with self-catering kitchenettes, free WiFi, and garden balcony views

Adults-only 3-star hotel with a pool, buffet breakfast, sun terrace, and a bar in a budget-friendly category

Steps from Rethymno Beach with sea-view balconies, a bar, restaurant, and exceptional breakfast at a 2-star price

Beachfront 3-star aparthotel with a seasonal pool, terrace, and bar - a solid value pick for couples near the sea

Sits directly on Rethymno's sandy beach with two freshwater pools, a children's pool, and spa

All-inclusive 4-star property steps from the sandy beach with spa, pools, and family rooms

Beachfront Grecotel resort offering a Luxe All-In Living package with fine dining and 24/7 concierge

Beachfront 4-star hotel with two pools, spa, fitness centre, and family rooms right on Rethymno Beach

Beachfront property with outdoor pool and a dedicated kids' sea-water pool, ideal for young families

Beachfront hotel near Rethymno's Venetian port with private pool, gardens, and a beach bar

Newly renovated family-friendly hotel near beach and town centre with two pools and spa facilities

Just 100 metres from Rethymno's organised sandy beach with a pool featuring a separate children's section

Central Rethymno location with rooftop breakfast area, ideal for early morning bus departures

4-star hotel in Rethymno Town with airport shuttle and 24-hour front desk for flexible day-trip scheduling

Set under 1 km from Rethymno Beach in the town center, with free parking for those combining bus and car trips

Conveniently placed in Rethymno Town with self-catering kitchen, great base for multi-day Cretan exploration

3-star town-center hotel with pool terrace and airport shuttle, well-positioned for KTEL bus access

Central location near Venetian Harbour with bicycle rental available, complementing bus-based day trips

Compact boutique property in Rethymno Town with outdoor pool, 150 metres from the beach and close to town transit

Located 300 metres from the town center with pool and airport shuttle, well-suited for daily excursions

Steps from the seafront and the old town entrance, placing the KTEL station and Rethymno's sights within easy walking distance

Features a tour desk and concierge service, making it easy to plan and book day trips across Crete