Old Town Rethymnon

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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.

Where to stay in Old Town Rethymnon

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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.

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

Old Town

While visiting Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like Rethymnon Venetian Port and Fortezza Castle.

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

When in Gerani, you can plan a visit to Episkopi Beach and Fortezza Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Rimondi Boutique Hotels

Rimondi Boutique Hotels

4 out of 5
10, Xantoulidou Street Rethymno Crete Island
The price is ￥29,084 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
￥29,084
￥34,957 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (358 reviews)
"This hotel showed exceptional hospitality. We loved the room and the town. Breakfast was very good and seating was in the outdoor garden area. One thing to note is that getting luggage to the hotel can be a bit challenging because of its location. However, when we checked out, the staff kindly offered ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Rimondi Boutique Hotels
Civitas Suites Hotel

Civitas Suites Hotel

4 out of 5
E Venizelou 20 Rethymno Crete Island
The price is ￥14,529 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
￥14,529
￥18,396 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Rethimno ...
9/10 Wonderful! (157 reviews)
"Beautiful split level room with balcony. Friendly staff. Very central."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Civitas Suites Hotel
Barbara Studios

Barbara Studios

14 Dambergi Rethymno Crete Island
The price is ￥18,302 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
￥18,302
￥21,206 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Rethymno. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian Port and Rethimno Kart are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"Stunning place, right in the middle of everything but quiet, Ira was fantastic, was really helpful, nothing was too much trouble"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Barbara Studios
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Rimondi Boutique Hotels

Rimondi Boutique Hotels

4 out of 5
10, Xantoulidou Street Rethymno Crete Island
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (358 reviews)
"This hotel showed exceptional hospitality. We loved the room and the town. Breakfast was very good and seating was in the outdoor garden area. One thing to note is that getting luggage to the hotel can be a bit challenging because of its location. However, when we checked out, the staff kindly offered ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

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Omma Suites

Omma Suites

43 Arkadiou Rethymno
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room massages, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Rethymnon Venetian ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"Fabulous room and terrace, in a great central location. Beautifully decorated to a high standard."

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Omma Suites
Aristea Hotel Rethymnon

Aristea Hotel Rethymnon

2 out of 5
110 Martyron Sq. Rethymno Crete
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Rethymno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (148 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 Jun 24, 2026

Aristea Hotel Rethymnon
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Things to do

Arkadi, Melidoni, Margarites Half day

Arkadi, Melidoni, Margarites

￥4,624
per adult
Arkadi, Melidoni, Margarites
From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour

From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour

￥5,179
per adult
From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour
Crete: Elounda Boat Trip with BBQ

Crete: Elounda Boat Trip with BBQ

￥4,624
per adult
Crete: Elounda Boat Trip with BBQ
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Cities near Old Town Rethymnon

A historic stone fortress with a flag on top, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.

Rethymno