The Luxury Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Rethymno. I hope you will like it!
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1 Caramel Grecotel Boutique Resort Adelianos Kampos, Greece
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Boasting an outdoor pool, Caramel Grecotel Boutique Resort is located in Adelianos Kampos, Rethymno. It offers a restaurant and tastefully decorated accommodation, some with Cretan Sea views. Free WiFi is provided throughout.
Bright and airy, all units at Caramel Grecotel Boutique Resort open out to a balcony. Each includes a flat-screen TV, a minibar and safe. Offering free toiletries, the private bathroom also includes a shower, slippers and a hairdryer.
Guests have the option of a buffet breakfast including Cretan delicacies. Later, they can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant. A snack bar and room service are also available. Agreco Farm, 3 km away, is set amidst olive trees and vineyards, and offers unique culinary experiences with organic produce.
Massages can be arranged at the spa centre of the neighbouring property, which also features a sauna. A private beach area and a table tennis are equally found in the premises.
The scenic town of Rethymno, with its Venetian Harbour, is at a distance of 6 km. Free private parking is provided on site.
Guest review score 9.3
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2 Calla Luxury Seafront Suites Rethymno, Greece
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Facing the beachfront, Calla Luxury Seafront Suites offers 5-star accommodation in Rethymno Town and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge and terrace. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and an ATM. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room includes a kettle, while some rooms also boast a kitchenette with a stovetop. At Calla Luxury Seafront Suites the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.
A à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available each morning at the property.
The area is popular for snorkelling and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel.
Rethymno Beach is a few steps from the accommodation, while Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 72 km from Calla Luxury Seafront Suites.
Guest review score 9.7
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3 Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels Rethymno, Greece
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Located in Rethymno Town, a few steps from Rethymno Beach, Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Greek dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.
At the hotel, rooms have a desk. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, and certain units at Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels have a sea view. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels.
Guests at Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
The hotel offers 5-star accommodation with a spa centre.
Speaking Greek and English at the reception, staff are always on hand to help.
Platanes Beach is 2.8 km from Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels, while Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 3.5 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International, 74 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.5
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4 Minos Ambassador Suites & Spa - Adults only Rethymno, Greece
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Located in Rethymno Town, 200 metres from Rethymno Beach, Minos Ambassador Suites & Spa - Adults only provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and city views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Minos Ambassador Suites & Spa - Adults only every room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or an American breakfast.
Minos Ambassador Suites & Spa - Adults only offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Municipal Garden, Venetian Harbour and Centre of Byzantine Art. The nearest airport is Chania International, 71 km from Minos Ambassador Suites & Spa - Adults only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.6
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5 Aquila Rithymna Beach Adelianos Kampos, Greece
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Set in 80,000m² of landscaped gardens, this 5-star hotel includes 4 pools and 4 restaurants, located on a 500-metres long sandy beach. Just a 10-minute drive from Rethymnon Old Town, Aquila Rithymna Beach offers extensive children’s facilities.
Aquila Rithymna Beach offers classically decorated rooms and bungalows. Each with a sea or garden view, all air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a satellite TV, bathrobes and slippers, as well as beach towels and a beach bag.
Guests can enjoy à la carte lunch at Mournies tavern, resting under the shade of mulberry trees, or try gourmet dishes at the Ancient Eleftherna restaurant. There is also a typical Greek Kafeneion serving traditional beverages and meze, as well as a lounge bar and a beach bar.
Rithymna Beach features 5 tennis courts including 2 floodlit courts. Guests can also take diving lessons and there is also a water sports centre with jet skis, canoes and water skiing.
A tennis court for children is available and tennis lessons are provided. The hotel’s animation team organizes theatre plays and a variety of activities, and a children’s restaurant is also featured.
The neighbouring settlements of Adele, Aghia Paraskevi and Platanias are walking distance. Rethymnon is only 7 km away, while Chania and Heraklion are 66 and 72 km respectively.
Guest review score 7.9
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6 Belvedere Luxury Apartments & Spa Plakias, Greece
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Located in Plakias, Belvedere Luxury Apartments & Spa offers accommodation with a terrace and kitchen. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.
Fitted with a balcony, the units feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bath or shower and free toiletries. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured, as well as a coffee machine.
A continental breakfast is served every morning at the property.
The property has a spa centre. The aparthotel features a garden and sun terrace.
Balíon is 43 km from Belvedere Luxury Apartments & Spa, while Rethymno Town is 35 km away. The nearest airports are Chania International Airport, 96 km from the property, or Heraklion International Airport, 115 km from the property.
Guest review score 9.3
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7 Grecotel Creta Palace Rethymno, Greece
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Grecotel Creta Palace enjoys a prime location, right by a fine sandy beach and 5 km from the centre of Rethymnon. This exclusive 5-star resort boasts 10 restaurants and bars, 2 outdoor pools. one indoor pool and a private beach area.
The elegant rooms at the Grecotel Creta Palace are air conditioned and have wooded floors. They come with a minibar, flat-screen TV comes with satellite channels and mini hi-fi. Bathrobes and slippers are complimentary.
Awarded for its fine cuisine, Grecotel Creta Palace offers no less than 10 food and beverage choices.
Guests can spend relaxed moments in the impressive pool area with outdoor pools, indoor pools and children’s pool with waterslides.
The new sea-front Elixir Spa proposes facial and body treatments from Indian therapists. Features include an indoor pool with jet black mosaics, pool-view gym with state-of-the-art equipment and a hot tub sun patio.
Guest review score 8.8
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8 Atlantis Beach Hotel Rethymno, Greece
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This 5-star Rethymnon Beach hotel has a Blue Flag sandy beach, equipped with loungers and parasols. Atlantis Beach Hotel offers rooms with balconies, large gardens and a 170-m² swimming pool.
The air-conditioned rooms have free WiFi, LCD satellite TV with 25 foreign channels and 1 Greek news channel, and a fridge. Their balconies offer sea or pool view. All rooms overlook the beautiful hotel gardens.
Knossos restaurant serves Greek and Cretan cuisine. The lobby bar serves drinks in a beautiful atmosphere with views of the sea. Both the beach and the pool areas are serviced by the lobby and pool bars.
The hotel offers free sun beds and umbrellas around the pools. Relaxing facilities at the Atlantis include a fitness room and a sauna. It also features a children’s playground and a games room.
Atlantis Beach Hotel is located on the sandy beach of Rethymno, 1.5 km from the old town and the Venetian harbour. Private parking is available in hotel's garage with extra cost.
Guest review score 8.7
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9 Grecotel LUX.ME White Palace Adelianos Kampos, Greece
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Lying right on the sandy beach, Grecotel White Palace with its Luxe All-In Living package offers a unique holiday concept combining great design, 24/7 concierge service, fine dining, activities and entertainment.
Each of the elegantly decorated rooms and bungalows at White Palace is light filled with views over the sea or the garden. Free in-room amenities include WiFi, stocked minibar, safe and luxury cosmetics.
Guests can choose among a wide variety of dining options including a Mediterranean buffet-style restaurant, a Greek taverna, a poolside Italian restaurant and a Guest Restaurant with Lebanese Cuisine, all right on the seafront. Unlimited drinks from healthy juices to premium brands can be enjoyed at the 4 bars of the resort. Throughout the day a choice of snacks, coffee and pastries are offered to guests.
Relax on the 1-km-long sand and pebble coastline or the 17 pools including a pool for the children, 4 sharing pools for specific room types and 11 private. Children can enjoy the specialised programs and the Aqua Park at Grecotel Club Marine Palace or visit Agreco, the resort’s traditional farm and mini zoo.
The scenic town of Rethymno with its Venetian harbour is 8 km away, while Arkadi Monastery is at 9 km. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private, on-site parking is possible.
Guest review score 8.7
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10 The Royal Senses Resort Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton Panormos Rethymno, Greece
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Located in Panormos Rethymno, 400 meters from the beach, The Royal Senses Resort Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Featuring a bar, the 5-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests.
At the resort, every room is fitted with a TV with cable channels.
Guests at The Royal Senses Resort Crete can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
The accommodation offers a children's playground. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at The Royal Senses Resort Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton.
'The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 75 km from the resort.
Guest review score 8.7
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11 The Royal Blue a Luxury Beach Resort Panormos Rethymno, Greece
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The 5-star The Royal Blue a Luxury Beach Resort is a tranquil exclusive resort on the northern coast of Crete. A private bay, 38 pools, 4 restaurants and 4 bars are found within its 70-acre premises. Free WiFi is available throughout.
The Royal Blue a Luxury Beach Resort’s superior rooms are stylishly decorated in warm and soothing tones and offer sea or garden views. They all feature flat-screen TVs, and spacious bathrooms with 2 wash basins. Upon arrival, all guests are greeted with a welcome drink.
The Pure Senses Spa offers massage, hydrotherapies, facial and body treatments. Guests will find a tennis court, as well as mini golf and soccer courts within the premises. Colorful gardens extend throughout the resort, while natural stone has been used to blend harmoniously with the surroundings.
Gourmet enthusiasts will savor the fresh approach to food and cooking styles from China and Japan or indulge in authentic Greek, Italian, Spanish and European flavors. Alternatively, experiment with Indian sensations or sample the purity of seafood or meat; the choice is varied and diverse.
Only 22 km from Rethymnon and 55 km from Heraklion, The Royal Blue a Luxury Beach Resort offers easy access to both Chania and Heraklion airports.
Guest review score 8.6
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12 Filion Suites Resort & Spa Bali, Greece
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Situated in the fishing village of Bali, Filion Suites Resort & Spa offers stylish accommodation with balcony overlooking the pool. It has a spa centre, 2 restaurants and a lounge bar.
Filion rooms and suites are air conditioned and elegantly decorated. They are equipped with a satellite flat-screen TV and feature a marble bathroom. Some units also include a private pool.
The Blue Spa Club is the ideal place to relax, and enjoy massage and beauty treatments.
Guests can enjoy buffet breakfast and dinner at the restaurant with local specialities. Lithos Tavern serves a la carte dishes overlooking the pool. The lounge bar serves drinks and exotic cocktails in a relaxing setting.
The picturesque town of Rethymno is 30 km from Filion Suites. Heraklion International Airport is a 50-minute drive away. Free private parking is available on site.
Guest review score 8.4
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13 Aegean Pearl Rethymno, Greece
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Right on the Blue Flag beach at the end of the Rethymno promenade overlooking the Cretan Sea, 5-star Aegean Pearl provides stylish rooms and a Greek breakfast. The hotel features 3 pools and 2 gourmet restaurants.
Rooms at the Aegean Pearl are decorated with modern furnishings and include a satellite LCD TV and DVD player. All air-conditioned units have a furnished balcony. Some rooms offer sea views and others feature a private pool.
Ariadne Restaurant serves a rich dinner buffet at its terrace. Brasserie Loukoulos serves snacks, lunch and dinner with views of the sea and the pool.
Wellness options include a hammam and a fully equipped gym. Younger guests can have fun at the 2 children’s pools or at the playground.
The centre of Rethymno with the Venetian fortress is a 3-minute drive. Staff at the tour desk can arrange car rental and free private parking is possible on site. Chania International Airport is at 66 km.
Guest review score 8.3
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14 Aquila Porto Rethymno Rethymno, Greece
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Located on the sandy beach of Rethymno and within a short walk from the Old Town, Aquila Porto Rethymno features 3 freshwater pools, a private beach and 2 restaurants. The hotel complex offers a variety of sports and leisure activities, such as massage treatments and yoga lessons.
Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and earthy colours, the rooms of Aquila overlook the Cretan Sea or the town from their balcony. Each unit is equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV and a mini bar. The luxurious bathroom is stocked with bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.
Guests can start their day with a continental or an American buffet breakfast. Cretan, Mediterranean and International flavours are prepared at the Piazza Di Porto Restaurant and at the main restaurant for lunch or dinner. Drinks and exotic cocktails can be enjoyed at the poolside snack bar. A welcome drink, and a welcome pack with wine and water, are offered upon arrival.
A variety of happenings, such as dance shows and cooking lessons, are organized. Younger guests can also enjoy themselves playing games and taking part at competitions at the on-site fun club. Guests can also benefit from the free use of the gym and sauna, as well as sunbeds and umbrellas.
Aquila Porto Rethymno is situated 600 metres from Rethymnon Port and 61 km from Chania International Airport. Heraklion International Airport is at 84 km, while Heraklion Town and Port is at 80 km.
Guest review score 8.0
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15 Rethymno Palace Adelianos Kampos, Greece
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Situated right on the sandy beach of Adelianos Kampos, Rethymno Palace boasts an outdoor pool and a sun terrace with sun loungers. The hotel has a spa centre, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar.
All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Views of the sea, mountain or pool are featured in certain rooms. The rooms include a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and slippers.
You will find a hairdresser's at the property.
You can play tennis and table tennis at the hotel. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Rethymno Town is 6 km from Rethymno Palace, while Platanias is 1 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 60 km from Rethymno Palace.
Guest review score 7.8
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16 Kriti Beach Hotel Rethymno, Greece
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Kriti Beach Hotel lies right by a Blue Flag beach of Rethymnon, and a 5-minute walk from the Venetian Harbour. It features a heated pool, sauna and steam room and serves certified Greek breakfast in the morning.
Each elegantly decorated room at Kriti Beach Hotel is air-conditioned and has private balcony with sea or mountain views. Greek breakfast is included in the room rate. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free parking. A bottle of wine is offered upon arrival.
Leisure facilities include a sweet-water pool with free umbrellas and sun chairs, and water sports. A guest lounge with TV and an internet café are also available. Active guests will also find a complete fitness centre.
The poolside snack bar serves a variety of Greek and other Mediterranean flavours throughout the day, while guests can also enjoy unique flavours at the a la carte "Chimera" restaurant for dinner . Breakfast includes thyme honey, traditional soups and pies, local meat delicacies and herbal beverages.
Guest review score 7.5
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