Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a playground at Minos Mare Royal. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling and scuba diving at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.
Located near the beach, Minos Mare Royal is in Platanes, a neighborhood in Rethymno. Great Gate and Venetian Loggia are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Platanes Beach and Blue Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Rethimno Kart and Paleontological Museum. With scuba diving, snorkeling, and boat tours nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Rethymno travel guide
74100, Crete, Rethymno, Lassithiou 16
What's nearby
Blue Beach
3 min drive - 2.3 km
Rethymnon Venetian Port
10 min drive - 6.5 km
Platanes Beach
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Horse Park Rethymno
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Town Beach
4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
68 min drive
Restaurants
Taverna Stratos
11 min walk
Taverna Poppy
3 min drive
Finikas
8 min walk
Sky Park
4 min walk
Taverna "Calamies
3 min drive
About this property
Minos Mare Royal
Luxury family-friendly hotel located in Platanes
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a playground at Minos Mare Royal. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and scuba diving at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage
A billiards/pool table, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 61 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
36-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Playground
Sauna
Scuba diving
Seasonal outdoor pool
Family friendly
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
Outdoors
Direct access to the beach
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
No elevator
More
2 buildings
2 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2009
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
36-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
MP3 dock
Food and drink
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 6 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Property 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 year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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 - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per person (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 100 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1041Κ015A0194001
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Frequently asked questions
Does Minos Mare Royal have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Is Minos Mare Royal pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Minos Mare Royal?
Check-in start time: 6 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Minos Mare Royal?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Minos Mare Royal provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per person applies.
Where is Minos Mare Royal located?
With direct access to the beach, this Platanes hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Platanes Beach, Blue Beach, and Horse Park Rethymno. Town Beach and Mili Gorge are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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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