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Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels

Hotel in Rethymno Town

Facing the beachfront, Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels offers 5-star accommodation in Rethymno Town and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

A
Andrew
From
United Kingdom
the staff are the best I’ve ever come across and I travel a lot for work. They could not be more helpful. Because our flights were delayed and we arrived at 2am, they arranged for some sandwiches to be available to us without our asking. It was a lovely gesture. The food was amazing. We had the full board option, and the food was better quality than most local restaurants. With meat and fish options everyday, with sushi on Wednesdays. Part of the full board is alcohol. while booking.com and the hotel website states: 2 wine, 2 cocktails, and 4 beers per person per day, this is actually just a suggestion. The drinks are point based and so you could have 12 beers, or 10 cocktails per person per day. We had a room facing the pool and sea, which had a spa bath (not the massive jacuzzi option) and It was excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,269 reviews
Price from
MDL 3,979.37
1 night, 2 adults

Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

Hotel in Chania Town

Located in Chania Town, 2 km from Koum Kapi Beach, Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only provides accommodation with free private parking, a fitness centre and a bar.

A
Alessia
From
Malta
Lovely lovely place. This was honestly one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. The room we stayed at had sea views and we had a private pool. Breakfast is served in the room and is very abundant. Very good selection as well. What I would have done is provide a choice in order to avoid waste. The design of the hotel was top notch- indoor room lighting, bed was very comfortable, bathroom design very particular and cool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,475 reviews
Price from
MDL 3,538.97
1 night, 2 adults

Paralos Lifestyle Beach Adults Only

Hotel in Amoudara Herakliou

Perfectly located on the Blue Flag Award winning sandy beach of Amoudara with stunning views from around the resort, Paralos Lifestyle Beach Adults Only features 5 sharing and 2 common seasonal...

T
Tomas
From
Czech Republic
Very pleasant stay, really nice environment, great breakfast and good dinner. Staff was very friendly. There is many pools to choose from and everything is perfectly clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,030 reviews
Price from
MDL 3,996.90
1 night, 2 adults

GDM Megaron, Historical Monument Hotel

Hotel in Heraklio Town

Built in 1925 and classified as a monument, the GDM Megaron is located in the heart of Heraklion, overlooking the old Venetian port and within walking distance of all the major sights of the city.

D
David Gurevitz Cunha
From
Brazil
All. Very good bedroom, breakfast, services, hotel installations, location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,518 reviews
Price from
MDL 2,337.37
1 night, 2 adults

Galaxy Iraklio Hotel

Hotel in Heraklio Town

Located in Heraklion's elegant district, this 5-star hotel offers 2 gourmet restaurants, a free wellness centre and a large freshwater pool. Luxurious rooms feature balconies with pool and city views....

a
aiden
From
United States
The staff was so lovely and brought us champagne for our honeymoon! The room was beautiful and the location was central but also very peaceful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,038 reviews
Price from
MDL 2,352.95
1 night, 2 adults

Arkadi Hotel

Hotel in Chania Town

This central Chania hotel is just 200 metres from the Old Town walls and the Venetian harbour.

S
Siba
From
United Arab Emirates
Great location within few minutes walk from the KTEL bus station, perfect for late arrivals or early departures
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,079 reviews
Price from
MDL 2,980.14
1 night, 2 adults

Kastro Hotel

Hotel in Heraklio Town

Within 100 metres from the city centre, Kastro Hotel is well-situated for exploring the ancient sites of Heraklion. It offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms with breakfast included in the rate.

L
Lukasz
From
Poland
Design of the room, interesting solutions, comfy bed. I appreciate also the presence of the iron in the room and the coffee machine!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,310 reviews
Price from
MDL 1,363.46
1 night, 2 adults

Kydon The Heart City Hotel

Hotel in Chania Town

Located in the centre of Chania, Kydon Hotel is opposite of the main market hall and just a few minutes' walk from the Old Town and the Venetian Harbour.

M
MARINA
From
Belgium
Location Polite staff Nice and clean hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,288 reviews
Price from
MDL 1,987.93
1 night, 2 adults

Porto Veneziano Hotel

Hotel in Chania Town

Porto Veneziano Hotel enjoys a privileged location on the waterfront of Chania's Old Venetian harbour. It offers panoramic views and accommodation in a minimal navy design.

L
Leonard
From
Slovenia
The hotel is very nice. Great location, good breakfast and a la carte dinner. Friendly staff, especially the night receptionist and waiters. The rooms were cleaned daily, had all the amenities. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,178 reviews
Price from
MDL 2,997.67
1 night, 2 adults

Selected Suites

Hotel in Chania Town

Located in Chania Town and with Nea Chora Beach reachable within less than 1 km, Selected Suites provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a...

y
yvonne
From
Netherlands
The accommodation is exactly as shown in the pictures. It is very nice, luxurious and brand new (clean!) and the bed was really good. The staff really goes the extra mile, they even helped us find a parking space (he parked the accommodation car elsewhere!). One day we used their breakfast: they bring it to your room, it was very nice and plenty enough (we still had for lunch). The accommodation is very well located. Just 5 minutes of walking to the bus station (so we took the airport shuttle to the hotel) and few minutes more walking you are in the old town. A supermarket is just 2 minutes walk from the hotel (if you go out of the hotel, turn left). We liked the fact that it was only 10 minutes walk to the "busy" old town but that we were staying at a quiet location. And if you are planning to do the Samaria gorge: then you will enjoy the Hamam in your room after that walk!! (that was really nice). On our last day we could use the swimming pool after our check out. So we could relax and swim before our flight back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
MDL 1,312.63
1 night, 2 adults
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    Located in the heart of Chania, within 450 metres from the Venetian harbour, the modern Samaria Hotel is ideally situated just above the main square, next to the central bus station.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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    Built in 1925 and classified as a monument, the GDM Megaron is located in the heart of Heraklion, overlooking the old Venetian port and within walking distance of all the major sights of the city.

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    Located in Heraklion's elegant district, this 5-star hotel offers 2 gourmet restaurants, a free wellness centre and a large freshwater pool. Luxurious rooms feature balconies with pool and city views.

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    Located in the centre of Chania, Kydon Hotel is opposite of the main market hall and just a few minutes' walk from the Old Town and the Venetian Harbour.

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Crete highlights

  • Chania Old Town and Harbour

    Along with its Venetian Harbour and colourful market, the winding alleyways of Chania let you wander through architectural history.
  • Phaestos

    Phaestos was a major centre of the Minoan Civilisation and is where the famous Phaestos Disc was discovered.
  • Elafonnisi Beach

    Endless beaches with unique pink sand, and out in the crystal-clear waters is the islet of Elafonissi.
  • Samaria Gorge

    Extending from the village of Omalos right down to the Mediterranean, this gorge is renowned for wildlife and hiking.
  • Preveli Beach

    A breathtaking sight, at Preveli Beach you can experience natural spa pools.
  • Falassarna Beach

    Falassarna's kilometre of fine sand and turquoise waters is just waiting to be enjoyed.
  • Spinalonga Island

    The Venetian fortress of Spinalonga Island was used as a leper colony during the first half of the 20th century.
  • Arkadi Monastery

    The 16th century Arkadi Monastery is a stunning piece of Renaissance architecture and symbol of resistance against the Ottomans.
  • Rethymno Venetian Harbour and Fortress

    Walking around the narrow streets, from the Venetian Harbour to the well-preserved Fortezza Castle, definitely makes Rethymno worth a visit.
  • Knossos Palace

    Knossos was the ancient centre of the Minoan Civilisation. Come and visit its colourful frescoes and maze of buildings.

FAQs about hotels on Crete

Centuries of History, Days of Sunshine

The largest Greek island, mountainous Crete has stunning beaches, plenty of history and as much or little nightlife as you want. Party town Malia has many bars, clubs and restaurants on its Strip.

Along the coast is the capital Heraklion, a bustling city home to many Crete hotels on the beach, and a Venetian castle guarding its port. Its archaeological museum includes finds from the island’s Minoan era, while just inland are the Roman remains of Knossos.

Also boasting a Venetian castle is Rethymnon, a popular resort with a good number of Crete hotels with private pools on Booking.com. Loggerhead turtles nest in season on the sandy beaches here and at Chania, an important port with an attractive waterfront set against the backdrop of mountains.

On the other side of the island is Aghios Nikolaos, a small fishing town with a picturesque harbour. Just north is Elounda, a popular family resort, and offshore is Spinaloga island, inspiration behind the book ‘The Island’. Matala in the south has a bohemian vibe and intriguing cliff dwellings, while Paleokastro in the east borders Europe’s largest palm forest at Vai.

We could go on and on about magnificent Crete beaches, but whichever resort you choose, you can be almost guaranteed fantastic food and a good helping of sunshine.

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  • From MDL 8,648.26 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 657 reviews
    I stayed here for two nights but I wish it had been a week! One of the best resorts I have been to in the world! Not just because of how beautiful and clean the resort is, but also how incredible the service is! I was here for my honeymoon but we decided to take my daughter with us, the hotel caters to all needs. They have a beautiful play area which is safe and fun for children, we were able to leave my daughter and have some alone time. But we also were able to enjoy a lot of activities with my daughter on site! I could write a very long review because I was impressed! The room was spacious and beautiful (we got upgraded for free)! They have lots of amazing restaurants on site! Every single person who works at Stella Aqua Park is incredible! But a special thanks to Anna-Maria who made sure we had a wonderful stay! Like I said I have write all day but I will just end by saying this place is 10/10! Again thank you so much Ana-Maria for everything.
    Guest review by
    Qamaria
    United Arab Emirates
  • From MDL 9,240.78 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
    This was one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at! Everything was exceptional, the staff, the facilities, the food. Upon arrival the reception was very friendly and helpful and made us feel more than welcome. Our room was wonderful and was kept very clean and perfect throughout our entire stay. We had dinner at all of the restaurants, and we could not have been more delighted. The food was exceptional (although it was a bit on the pricier side) and the staff was more than courteous. We also ordered room service a few times and the staff there were great as well!
    Guest review by
    Julia
    Austria
  • From MDL 4,287.12 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 959 reviews
    The hotel is excellent from all aspects. Super clean, quiet though in the middle of the town, very close to everything, beautiful pool and breakfast area, correct pricing and excellent service. They gave me an upgraded room without even asking and the room had welcome drinks and fruits. They also accommodated my need for an early check in. Must note that breakfast has fresh orange juice something you don’t find even in top expensive hotels. I was really pleased from my stay and will stay again in the future.
    Guest review by
    Aydie
    Greece
  • From MDL 5,492.81 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
    You feel welcomed from the very first step in the hotel and during all the stay. Staff is just lovely! Very professional, friendly, and helpful. The atmosphere is relaxing, and we feel so recharged after our vacation. Also the hotel is very children friendly, all staff members were communicating with our 2 y.o. kid. A lot of activities were proposed every day for adults and for kids, like zumba, yoga, swimming pool activities, and disco for kids. The food is very tasty with many options to choose from 😋
    Guest review by
    Anton
    Canada
  • From MDL 10,031.20 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews
    Great resort for a relaxing holiday, the staff is attentive, helpful and friendly, the beach and pool are great as are all the facilities in and around the resort. The beds are very (too) comfortable and the meals are plentiful and tasty. Absolutely recommended!
    Guest review by
    Hotel_Hopper83
    Netherlands
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,109 reviews
    Everything was good. Hotel staff was very nice and very helpful . We spent really nice time there . Restaurant on the top of the hotel has very delicious food. I can absolutely recommend this hotel. Thank you for such a wonderful time.
    Guest review by
    Ewa
    Netherlands
  • From MDL 2,863.28 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,363 reviews
    Very nice comfortable and clean room with a bathroom layout different to most, with isolated walk in shower. Good size balcony with view to sea and garden. Lift to upper floors. Very friendly staff.
    Guest review by
    PETER
    Greece
  • From MDL 6,174.55 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,030 reviews
    Very pleasant stay, really nice environment, great breakfast and good dinner. Staff was very friendly. There is many pools to choose from and everything is perfectly clean.
    Guest review by
    Tomas
    Czech Republic
  • From MDL 8,090.21 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
    Excellent location. service and swell a la carte restaurant were amazing. Great spa facilities!! Would definitely recommend! See you soon
    Guest review by
    Patricia
    Cyprus
  • From MDL 12,329.62 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
    Beautiful hotel! Thankfull for the amazing service and organization during my proposal. It was perfect!
    Guest review by
    Abdel Karim
    Netherlands
  • From MDL 9,624.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,783 reviews
    For such a huge resort everything works fine. People are very kind and we had a great time.
    Guest review by
    Dusan
    Austria
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
    Excellent location, facilities and quality of everything (gym, food, pool, beach)
    Guest review by
    Michael
    South Africa
  • From MDL 15,428.58 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews
    almost everything. great staff, great service and great facilities!
    Guest review by
    Ofer
    Netherlands
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 669 reviews
    It was a classy transaction, especially Barry, thank you very much
    Guest review by
    Meshari
    Kuwait
  • From MDL 3,642.40 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,628 reviews
    My room, the breakfast, polite staff, clean, location
    Guest review by
    Evangelos
    Greece
  • From MDL 7,426.01 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 858 reviews
    Cleaning the room everyday. Good food variety.
    Guest review by
    Hossein
    Germany
  • From MDL 4,285.17 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews
    It's really nice and everything good
    Guest review by
    Hangyeom
    Romania
  • From MDL 3,087.27 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 817 reviews
    Great place with excellent staff!
    Guest review by
    Luise
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
    Friendly staff and good location
    Guest review by
    Francis
    Canada

Planning a trip? Get inspired by reviews of cities on Crete

  • 10.0

    Loved exploring different parts everyday.

    Loved exploring different parts everyday. Just walking along the harbour and picking a restaurant for a meal. Exploring the streets in the Old Town and visiting all the shops. We just walked everywhere and loved every minute of the holiday. Will definitely return.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
  • 10.0

    It's an amazing trip experience that combines both the sea...

    It's an amazing trip experience that combines both the sea side stuff and the full comfort of a city. You can find small beaches along the shore, and a large embankment right across the venetian port that is perfect for evening walks (it has approx.. 2,4 km in length). There are also a lot of restaurants and bars you can hop into. I would dearly recommend Peskesi, Petousis, Sir Papafigos, Parasties for food, Take five or Toucan Skybar for drinks, but there are a lot more that are waiting to be discovered. Also the museums are a must, and of course the nearby site of Knossos. Another close by attraction you shouldn't miss is the Cretaquarium.
    Guest review by
    Constantin
    Romania
  • 10.0

    Amazing Resort and extensive facilities on site.

    Amazing Resort and extensive facilities on site. Staff are amazing. Also one of the best mani/pedi I ever had at the salon. Resort is about 30 minutes from airport, and would say for a 5* Europe resort, this lives up to expectation, but don't compare to a 5* Caribbean or Mexico Resort, so bear that in mind. We stayed at the Ocean view room which had spectacular views. The Rocky beach was just fantastic with the lounges and beds, and considering how busy this resort is, never noticed it and never felt overcrowded, and you never had to reserve benches or lounges by the beach or pool, there was more than enough to go round and even more spare. A la Carte restaurants that were amazing and my favourites are Umi (Sushi), Azzuro (Italian), Thalassa for breakfast & lunch, Poseidon. A real let down of the restaurants was Nami, only delicious items were the Starters. Staff at this resort were fantastic overall, but special thanks to the following: Anastasi, Konstantina, Angelina, Ritsa and Lucas.
    Guest review by
    Bandele
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Best place to stay when in Crete if you are looking for a...

    Best place to stay when in Crete if you are looking for a mix of relaxation at the beach and exploring the island. Great sandy beaches, cool beach bars, beautiful old town filled with vibrant clubs and restaurants. The town is ideally placed so that you can rent a car, pay for an excursion or even use public transport (which is beautufly organised) to explore wild beaches but Chania and Heraklion as well.
    Guest review by
    Miljan
    Serbia
  • 10.0

    Agios Nikolaos is well worth a visit, this being our second...

    Agios Nikolaos is well worth a visit, this being our second time here after a day trip last year. This year we stopped here for 2 nights at the end of a tour around the island. We could probably have stayed for another night, 2 more at the most. There are plenty of bars and restaurants to visit, both during the day and night. Shops are great and beaches within 5 min walk or drive.
    Guest review by
    Lee
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Malia is a great base for exploring eastern Crete,as it is...

    Malia is a great base for exploring eastern Crete,as it is well served by public transport,car hire is easy and reasonable,but if you just want to eat,drink ,sunbathe and play in a pool,on a beach or in a club or bar it is great too.
    Guest review by
    rawden
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Kissamos offered us a wonderful mix of relaxation and local...

    Kissamos offered us a wonderful mix of relaxation and local charm. The nightlife was a pleasant surprise, with cozy bars and lively tavernas where we enjoyed delicious food and drinks. Evening walks through the town square and the nearby streets filled with local shops and traditional products were some of the highlights of our stay. It's a great place for couples looking for a laid-back yet authentic Cretan experience.
    Guest review by
    Konstantinos
    Greece
  • 6.0

    Difficult to judge because we came early in the season when...

    Difficult to judge because we came early in the season when there was a cold wind blowing and not all the places were open. However, there didn't seem to be many places to eat [not a problem for us as there was one excellent place, though would be a problem peak season] . There were a number of apparently abandoned and ill-maintained buildings, which made the place appear less attractive.
    Guest review by
    AMELIA
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Food was outstanding, their for 10 days and ever meal I had...

    Food was outstanding, their for 10 days and ever meal I had was different, yes you could have the same things if you wanted to but I like to try different foods so this was great, also the desserts were delicious everyday something different, hats off to the chef.
    Guest review by
    Miranda
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Plakias is a small town, out of the way and just what we...

    Plakias is a small town, out of the way and just what we like. Reminiscent of Katelios on Kefalonia but a much bigger beach, with a quite well catered for naturist section at the southern end with two sunbeds and a parasol for EUR 9 per day or space to bring your own. The central to northern beach is mostly sunbed city but in this case the sand and sun are so hot you really need them. In late August, the sea was mostly calm but the wind can get up and waves got fairly strong at times. I visited the beach bar daily for liquid refreshment and the local beer mamos is perfect and EUR 5 for 500ml(?) seemed fair at this remote location. There is a small section of shops, bars and restaurants at the north end f town. We particularly liked Sofia's restaurant due to it's shorefront location, but we had nice meals elsewhere too. The area round the shops has been prettied up with a colourful fountain that children enjoyed playing in. Although hilly and winding roads dominate the whole region, the main street through town is a steady incline and no problem for most people. Photos are taken from the southern end of the beach.
    Guest review by
    Neil
    United Kingdom
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