The best available Resorts to stay near Rethymnon Prefecture

May 30, 2023 Augustus Redeker

Discover the best Resorts in Rethymnon Prefecture, Crete including The Royal Blue Resort, Iberostar Creta Panorama & Mare, Iberostar Creta Marine, Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park, Lenikos Resort, Bali Paradise Hotel, Creta Star Hotel, Delina Mountain Resort, Hapimag Resort Damnoni, Radamanthys Apartments.
Restaurants in Rethymnon Prefecture

1. The Royal Blue Resort

Panormos, Crete 74057 Greece
Excellent
62%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1345 reviews

The Royal Blue Resort

The Royal Blue 5* hotel is a tranquil exclusive resort, with its own private bay and an endless horizon of Cretan Blue. The complex consists of 38 public and private swimming pools as well as colorful gardens which extend throughout the resort. Guests will be pampered beyond conventional luxury with singular service standards and the renowned Cretan hospitality. The understated elegance of the 190 rooms, suites and villas, the uncompromising unique flavors of the resort's cuisine, the unique settings for the organization of your events and the mystical magic of the Pure Blue Spa are just the introduction to an experience that extend beyond the realms of a luxury resort. Hotel Features: Private Beach, Manmade marina, Beach services, 2 Tennis Courts, Tennis lessons upon request, 4 Restaurants (3 à la carte Restaurants), 4 Bars, Conference Center - Meeting & Banquet facilities, Library, Jewelry Shop, Mini Market, Boutique.

Fab fortnight. Made to feel very special.

Reviewed By Tourist81319

What a fab place. We booked half board and a side sea view room . Everything is provided. Water in the rooms, bath robes, iron and ironing board. Coffee machine in the room, coffee and tea making. We wanted a balcony which was fab. The main restaurant was very nice with a fab choice of foods. My wife has a severe nut allergy which they took on board and made alternative arrangements. We had our wedding anniversary while we were there and they made it a special evening for us. We were also offered an upgrade on the last night to our own pool which was a lovely treat just before leaving. I also hired a car from Elpis car hire. Great value for money and enabled us to have several days exploring Crete. A fab fortnight.

2. Iberostar Creta Panorama & Mare

P.O. Box 32 Réthymnon., Lavris, Crete 74100 Greece
Excellent
53%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3012 reviews

Iberostar Creta Panorama & Mare

Direct access to two private beaches, seven pools, live show cooking, free Wi-Fi, Star Camp for children, spa, all inclusive... the Iberostar Creta Panorama & Mare hotel in Crete is an amazing experience where couples, children and sports lovers alike can relax and enjoy some of the best possible comforts. This is a 4-star beach hotel with a quintessential Mediterranean essence and impressive views of the Aegean Sea. Its three restaurants serve Greek, Italian and international cuisine and its eight bars make sure that you have the best dishes on offer. The 461 rooms, suites, and bungalows of the Creta Panorama & Mare hotel are fully equipped and even the smallest detail has been taken care of, including ample spaces, comfortable beds, terrace or balcony, TV with international channels, air conditioning... everything you need to guarantee rest and relaxation.

A holiday to remember

Reviewed By georgie d

Where do I start with this hotel! I thoroughly did my research when booking a hotel and whilst there was some beautiful luxury instragrammable hotels I opted for Iberostar panorama and mare as it seemed to tick the most boxes. I can confidently say this has been the best hotel overall I’ve ever stayed at. I’ll summarise my experience with everything as this would have helped me when looking Location: A bit out of the way but the hotel is so good you literally do not need to leave. If the man made beach puts you off there’s a normal beach next door. We didn’t visit it but it looked lovely. I would recommend getting a taxi to the airport rather than a transfer as it took 3 hours by transfer and 1 hour 15mins in a taxi. There’s a bus stop to go to rethymno which we visited, we weren’t there long but it was really lovely and recommend going. We also got a taxi to Panoramas to eat at Kastro which was a lovely family run restaurant. There’s a mini market nearby. There isn’t any bars or restaurants close by. Room: The room was as advertised. The bed was super super comfortable (so much so it’s a struggle to get out!) The air conditioning is good and the room was very clean. I loved that the maids never disturbed us our whole stay and our room was cleaned everyday. Normally you get walked in on at least once on holiday but not at Iberostar. One of the only things that was a let down with the room was the bathroom. The shower was tiny and a shower curtain around it that didn’t really stop the water. Bathroom returbs would really make this hotel a 5 star. You can hear next doors toilet flush it’s quite loud and woke us up before, you can hear a lot from the hallway too. Again wouldn’t stop me from staying here, just some constructive criticism. Facilities: When we arrived we was quite confused as there was no welcome pack and we literally didn’t know where anything was. It took us a good day to find the on site shop which is easy to find when you know where it is but we were told different directions. We didn’t know where the pools were etc but nothing an explore couldn’t fix. I think there was 5/6 pools all but one were salt water which actually made a nice change to chemicals. I really would recommend a map and welcome pack. There is a shop on site that sell bus tickets, snacks, cigarettes, bus tickets, lilos etc. there’s two boutique shops and a cute jewellery shop. There’s toilets everywhere and they’re very clean. Facilities were great at this hotel. Food and drink; The food was honestly nothing short of amazing. I’m quite fussy as in I eat most foods but don’t like it when food is bland or over cooked, I didn’t have a bad meal here. Everything was fresh, good quality, plentiful, varied and gorgeous! We enjoyed zorbas lunch so much we didn’t actually eat lunch at the main restaurant. Cappuccinos were beautiful, cocktails were amazing, there was branded alcohol included with all inclusive. Sparkling wine was lovely. Honestly it was so good, the desserts were spectacular. There’s a beach hut that sells food during the day with a really cute menu included in all inclusive. It’s a shame I only found out about it two days before the holiday ended as there’s no information on the grounds but would highly recommend grabbing food from there. You can also grab really nice sandwiches from mare bar if you’re going out for the day or for your room. Even the sandwiches are good! It’s important to find an all inclusive hotel that have good food and drink because it can cost you a fortune otherwise. Luckily Iberostar excelled in this! It’s also worth mentioning this hotel has made an amazing effort to be environmentally friendly. It’s not something I do always notice but I definitely did here. There was zero waste and you can tell they have spent more money on things like cups, spoons etc to make everything fully recyclable which is important considering how much is used a day. Well done! Staff/entertainment team: I’ve saved the best til last! The staff at this hotel were actually inspiring. They had entertainment and things to do all day I loved the water volleyball and water areobics. there truly is a special team here and management should count themselves lucky to have such amazing staff. They were polite, beautiful people. A huge thank you to Simone, Tony, Matea, Both Valeria’s, Doris and everyone else. A special thank you to Ioli who really did look after us. I could go on forever at how amazing the staff are I would return solely to see them. They take time to speak to you during the day and evening and make sure you are ok and have everything you need. They go above and beyond. Both Valeria’s are doing so amazing considering they’d only been at Iberostar a month. I’m not normally one who can be entertained I’m quite a serious person who doesn’t find hotel entertainment entertaining but I actually was excited to go to the shows every night. The animation team put on the best shows and they were very funny and accommodating to all. I will definitely be returning to this hotel. If this is in your shortlist or holidays, you won’t regret booking it. It has a very positive homely safe vibe to it, I’ve never known a hotel so welcoming. Anything I have said that isn’t positive isn’t a negative just constructive criticism. Thank you so much again to the team.

3. Iberostar Creta Marine

Panormos, Crete 74100 Greece
Excellent
47%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2018 reviews

Iberostar Creta Marine

Located on the seafront, the Iberostar Creta Marine hotel is an extremely pleasant hotel at which to spend your days of relaxation with gastronomy, sports, and entertainment. It features 359 rooms, and you can choose among rooms, bungalows and suites with a large capacity. At the 4-star Creta Marine hotel, you can sample some of the best local and international cuisine at its three restaurants and five bars. Children will also have a great time taking part in the activities that are organised by the Monkey Club, Dolphin Club and Eagle Club instructors, while the rest of the family enjoys the wide range of services and facilities at the hotel, including three outdoor pools, massages and beauty therapies at the spa, free premium Wi-Fi, water sports, fitness centre, fitness room, two tennis courts, beach bar... and much more.

Pleasant enough

Reviewed By PauloTH

Okay, the hotel is lovely, the setting is beautiful though miles from Rethmynon, Panormo beach is lovely. A view strange things in the hotel. Water with a meal on Half Board, 3 euros. Lockers in the luggage room. 2 euros EVERY time you open the locker ! Check out at 11a.m for an 11pm flight and you soon run out of the coins if you had any to start with) Then, when you've checked out, you go for lunch. Obviously,you have checked out and therefore cannot add this to your room....BUT it's cash only ! Stayed in the Iberostar group of hotels around the world many times ( the best being Sabila in Tenerife)... Staff very good though some crazy crazy rules in here. Special mention to the late night man on reception, Manos. Goes the extra mile to help.

4. Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park

Panormos, Crete 74057 Greece
Excellent
52%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 948 reviews

Grecotel Marine Palace & Aqua Park

If island-style village holidays are your dream, Marine Palace & Aqua Park in Crete is the place to be! This beloved all-inclusive resort offers the best of both worlds with a world-class resort next to the idyllic traditional fishing village of Panormo. The hotel is organised like a typical Cretan village. Clusters of lemon-, tangerine-, strawberry-, and vanilla-coloured bungalows surround the large swimming pools. A winding path meanders between the main building, the cluster of bungalows on the upper level and the seafront bungalow village. Designed with families in mind, the resort offers all the special amenities families need – like convenient family-sized rooms and bungalows with separate children’s room. The beautiful Marine Palace Suites are the epitome of luxury and style. The suites, built in a peaceful area above the main hotel, encircle a tranquil pool. The choices for self-catering accommodation are endless - large family suites with sea view verandas, double suites that echo the azure Mediterranean and convenient fully-equipped family apartments. Guests at the Grecotel Marine Palace Suites have the best of both worlds. Add an Elixir ThalassoSpa, endless opportunities to dine al fresco, amazing Aqua Park – Kingdom of Poseidon, numerous pools, awarded beach, Cretan hospitality and service, family packed activities and all-inclusive arrangements. What more can you ask for?

Brilliant hotel!!

Reviewed By Hollygriff16

We have just got back from a 10 day holiday at this hotel and it was so much better than we expected! The food was amazing with soo much choice! The Asian restaurant was our favourite! The snack bar was also brilliant with lots of choice and available all day. You could ask for any drink and the staff would do everything they could to get you whatever you wanted. The room was very spacious and cleaned every day to a very high standard. The staff were so helpful and friendly which we really appreciated. The water park was also brilliant and is lovely to spend a few hours in! The pool areas are very clean and tidy and always have sunbeds available. We absolutely loved our stay at this hotel!

5. Lenikos Resort

2nd Km of Agia Galini - Melambes, Agia Galini, Agios Vasileios Municipality, Crete 74056 Greece
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 301 reviews

Lenikos Resort

At the top of Agia Galini, in an enchanting, verdurous location, an idyllic setting of 10,000 square meters, among olive trees and gardens of unique flowers, scents and colors, the touristic resort LENIKOS offers the nature lover, moments of serenity, relaxation, rest and casualness all year round, providing all comforts and facilities for your holidays.

Very nice stay at Lenikos Resort

Reviewed By Gabri_Square

3-night stay as part of a family trip to Crete in August 21. We had an air-conditioned apartment, very spacious for 5 people with a large terrace. The hotel has 3 swimming pools and is located in a quiet area with a beautiful view. Only slight downside, there is little shade around the pools when it is really hot. The breakfast is copious, varied and home-made. As very often in Crete, the service is impeccable and the people very welcoming. I highly recommend this place!

6. Bali Paradise Hotel

Bali, Crete 74057 Greece
Excellent
37%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 595 reviews

Bali Paradise Hotel

Finding an ideal charming all-inclusive resort in Bali does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Bali Paradise Hotel, a nice option for travelers like you. Bali Paradise Beach Hotel offers guests an array of room amenities including a refrigerator and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as paid internet access is available. The all-inclusive resort offers a concierge, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a pool and breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. During your visit, be sure to check out a popular Bali souvlaki restaurant such as Panorama Taverna, which is a short distance from Bali Paradise Beach Hotel. If you’re looking for something to do, Monastery of Agios Ioannis Prodromos (0.7 mi) is a nice way to spend some time, and it is within walking distance of Bali Paradise Hotel. Bali Paradise Hotel looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Bali.

Nice hotel but with flaws

Reviewed By aquakat18

Very very friendly staff, reception staff and lovely sea views and pools. We enjoyed the food and general atmosphere however im giving this hotel a 3 star rating for the non existent air conditioning in the rooms and buffet area. The air conditioning in our sauna of a room with 39 degrees outside and 45 degrees inside just did not work. All doors and slidings doors were shut and the units worked and worked and no cold air came out and the control was set to 18 degrees. Most terrible sleep weve ever had because of the heat and we were drenched in swet everytime we stepped in the room. Management needs to address the issue! Other than that all was fine but perhaps will visit again in cooler months.

7. Creta Star Hotel

Skaleta, Crete 741 00 Greece
Excellent
42%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 780 reviews

Creta Star Hotel

The Creta Star is an all-inclusive hotel on the wonderful beach of Skaleta. This 4-star hotel offers quality accommodation and great facilities for adults only in a pretty location. The hotel has 324 guest rooms, most of which have views over the sea. Each room is brightly decorated, includes a modern bathroom and features a balcony or terrace. All meals and selected drinks are included in the all-inclusive package at the Creta Star. Buffet-style meals are served in the main restaurant or at the snack bar and guests can enjoy a great choice of international food, plus of course many Greek dishes. In our Italian Restaurant during dinner you can enjoy our chef’s specialties, reservation required. Leisure facilities at the hotel include 2 swimming pools, 2 tennis courts, archery, mini-golf, one basketball stand as well as table tennis. Sauna and massage from our experienced cooperator are with charge. We speak your language!

Beautiful hotel which has potential

Reviewed By neale g

Pros. Clean. Spacious room. Pretty gardens. Amazing sea view from room on 6th floor. Food is good. The lamb was amazing. Massuese was excellent in the spa. Well worth a visit. Right on the beach but was stony. Free WiFi. Shops include supermarket, jeweller and clothes shop. Pool room. 2 restaurants. Main buffet restaurant and an Italian set meal restaurant on the beach. Lovely food. You are Limited to a few bookings. A few very friendly staff. Antonio was brilliant ? Cons. Evening entertainment is in-house apart from one Greek night. This made the evenings boring. Location isn't great, 10 minutes drive to Rethymon. No English guests, mainly German TV only has an English news channel, plenty of German channels. You're only given a small paper cup during the day which holds a quarter of a pint. You keep having to go to top up. Hot food usually included pork but a lot of variety. The hotel has so much more potential for entertainment. Even music in the daytime was tame. Activities very sparce. No beach games. No excursions. There is a place across the road to book excursions.

8. Delina Mountain Resort

Anogeion St., Anogia, Crete 74051 Greece
Excellent
66%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 182 reviews

Delina Mountain Resort

Delina Mountain Resort is located 1km away from Anogia village, on the road towards Nida at an altitude of 910 m. Delina is extended in an area of 28 acres and combines the fine facilities and services of a luxurious hotel with the authenticity of Cretan tradition and the wild natural beauty of the island.It consists of 13 spacious and elegantly decorated apartments that offer a qualitative stay to the visitor.

Outstanding

Reviewed By Atairiastos

By far the best resort in Psiloritis area. Great accommodation in a dreamy atmosphere. Modern suites offering all necessary comforts. Fresh air. If you are lucky you can attend local music schemes. Friendly staff and outstanding cousine in the nearby taverna. Highly suggested.

9. Hapimag Resort Damnoni

Rethymnou-Plakia Agios Vasileios, Damnoni, Agios Vasileios Municipality, Crete 740 60 Greece
Excellent
62%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 202 reviews

Hapimag Resort Damnoni

The resort in the bay of Damnoni on Crete is located in a palm grove directly by a golden sandy beach. Enjoy the luxury of the around 200 apartments, crystal-clear water and all kinds of water sports activities. Go on excursions to explore cultural sites, gorges and mountains in the local vicinity and further afield.

Excellent as always

Reviewed By sharpeyes40

Hapimag maintain a high standard of resorts throughout Europe, and Crete is one of our favourites. The Damnoni beach is clean and quiet and there are plenty of spectacular sights to visit from here. The Hapimag restaurant and beach side tavernas offer a great choice of food, including plenty of fish and vegetarian options.

10. Radamanthys Apartments

Sfakaki, Crete 74100 Greece
Excellent
71%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 184 reviews

Radamanthys Apartments

Radamanthy's hotel is located in Sfakaki Pangalochori, just 10km east of the old town of Rethymnon (almost in the center of Crete). It is built on a hill just 50 meters from the main road of Crete and 350m from the nearest beach ,150m from the tavernas, super markets etc and 1000m from the nearest pharmacy. The complex offers to visitors a spectacular view and is within walking distance from restaurants, bar kafe etc. Radamanthy's Hotel Apartments consists of 17 spacious and fully furnished apartments,14 two-room apartments and 3 studios. All apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen. (Fridge Electric Hob, kettle, pots, dishes, etc.) They are also equipped with air-condition, safe, TV, hairdryer, satellite TV and free wifi access for all residents. Each apartment retains the privacy (private entrance and balconies), ensuring complete privacy of the occupants. The apartments are arranged in such a way that the visitors enjoy the idyllic views of the area and the deep blue sea, from any point of the complex, without feeling of being in an organized housing complex. The view across the area from each apartment is unique.

Great place to stay- would recommend

Reviewed By 294felicitys

I stayed here end of September for a holiday with my partner. We arrived late at night so rang ahead to let them know. Very lovely apartment, staff very attentive and great value for money. Would definitely need a car staying here as its out of the way of the main areas. We got the 1 bedroom apartment which came with a balcony. It was spacious enough for 2 people and had basic hob and kettle. Would 100% recommend but advised that a car is essential.

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