New Town Travel Guide
Rethymno
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Stay near popular New Town attractions
Top hotels in New Town

Atlantis Beach Hotel
"The hotel staff were friendly, helpful and very professional, from cleaners to reception staff. The hotel grounds were spacious and thoughtfully laid out. The hotel was in an excellent location and facilities were excellent."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

Eltina Hotel
"I didn’t like the bed. TV bad (needs modern FreeView TV) WiFi week. Coffee machine in room, Locations quite a trek from main bus station. Early check in. Quiet rooms, good breakfast, great bathroom/ shower. Staff okay"
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

Minos Hotel
"This isn’t a 4* hotel. Food is poor and very overcooked, also limited selection. Pool opening hours are awful, the pool closes at 6pm in August."
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Achillion Palace
"Only comment is maybe the bathroom needs updating. Staff were so helpful and friendly."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Elina Hotel Apartments
"I don't buy into the negative reviews about Elina Hotel and Apartments. These are likely outdated, as we spent 8 nights here and didn't experience any problems. The superior apartment was bright, spacious and clean, with a good shower and good air conditioning. Despite being next to a busy road, ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Aquila Porto Rethymno
"A good stay at the Aquila Porto Rethymno, with a good location and great sea views. The room was spacious and well-appointed with direct views over the beach and sea. Breakfast was good, with a solid range on offer. Lively location, central with easy walking access to the old town and harbour ..."
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Where to stay in New Town

Old Town
If you're spending some time in Old Town, Rethimnon Archaeological Museum and Rethymnon Venetian Port are top sights worth seeing.
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.

Adelianos Kampos
Visitors to Adelianos Kampos like its beaches and bars, and Platanes Beach is a sight worth a stop.

Gerani
Though Gerani may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Episkopi Beach and Rethimnon Archaeological Museum.

Perivolia
While visiting Perivolia, you might make a stop by sights like Town Beach and Blue Beach.




