Kriti Beach offers a welcoming retreat with amenities. Enjoy drinks at the poolside bar, dine at two restaurants, or swim in the indoor pool. The property features massage treatments, a peaceful garden, and a library with WiFi. Visitors report positive experiences.
Located in Rethymno, Kriti Beach is on the beach. Great Gate and Venetian Loggia are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Beach and Town Beach. Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Waterskiing and parasailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Rethymno travel guide
18 A Papanastasiou Str, Rethymno, Crete Island, 741 00
What's nearby
Rethymnon Venetian Port
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Town Beach
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Rethymnon Town Hall
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Rethymnon Cathedral
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Rimondi Fountain
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
76 min drive
Restaurants
Μέλι
5 min walk
Yellow
4 min walk
Barrio The Neighbourhood Cafe - Kallithea
4 min walk
Takis Place - The House of Beer
1 min walk
Vivliothiki Cafe
6 min walk
About this property
Kriti Beach
Luxury hotel by the sea
Consider a stay at Kriti Beach and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. With amenities such as a beachfront location and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Indulge in a massage, a body scrub and a body treatment at the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sunloungers
Self-parking (surcharge), express check-in and a banquet hall
Luggage storage, beach umbrellas and a 24-hour front desk
Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and bike parking
Room features
All 94 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and fridges
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Self-parking fee: EUR 10 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1041Κ015A3143100
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from April to November
Property is also known as
Kriti Beach Rethimnon
Kriti Beach Hotel Rethymnon
Kriti Beach Hotel
Kriti Beach Rethymnon
Kriti Beach
Kriti Beach Hotel Rethymnon, Crete
Kriti Beach Hotel
Kriti Beach Rethymno
Kriti Beach Hotel Rethymno
Frequently asked questions
Does Kriti Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Is Kriti Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Kriti Beach?
Self-parking is available for EUR 10 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Kriti Beach?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kriti Beach?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Kriti Beach located?
Nestled on the beach, this Rethymno hotel is just steps away from Town Beach and Blue Beach. St. Anthony Gorge and Paleontological Museum are also within 5 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Kriti Beach Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Very nice, clean hotel, staff is helpful and efficient. Great breakfast, beach right across the street with plenty of lounge chairs, restaurants and shopping right outside the hotel. It's a busy area but the rooms are quiet when the doors are closed.
Simona
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danail
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff are absolutely wonderful. Outstanding, all of them!
The location is very handy for both the beach and a short walk to the old town. Nice view of the beach if you have one of the suites etc.
The hotel itself is a bit dated. If you are used to 5* hotels around the world, you won't get that. It is all decent and functional but just bits here and there are a bit like we used to do things in the naughties 😊 two double beds pushed together to make a king etc etc...
Overall nice stay though. The old town is excelled for places to eat and go out. The beach is nice, great water.
Danail
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Charlene
7 Jul 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in was a cluster. I got a "side sea view" room, which was $$, and I got a room that has ZERO sea view and they kept trying to say I got an upgrade to a "suite" (which it was not). I wanted water, I got none, and they insisted, rudely, that I was in the wrong. Eventually they changed me to a side sea view. IMO there is NO WAY this is a 4-5 star resort. 2 at best. Seems like a cheap motel with a nice restaurant and pool with sea front views.
Es war ein sehr netter Empfang. Modernes Hotel. Zimmer war nicht so richtig für drei ausgelegt, daher nur zwei Stühle auf dem Balkon, nur Schlafsofa für unsere Tochter, zwei Handtuchplätze am Waschbecken und neben der Dusche. Draußen ein kleiner Wäschetrockner, ansonsten keine weiteren Haken oder Stangen im Bad, wo man Strandtücher oder Pooltücher hätte trocknen können. Buffet gut, Abendessen auch ohne Halbpension problemlos nutzbar für guten Preis. Übelst kalter Innenpool. Draußen haben wir Anfang April nicht probiert. Viele Bars und Restaurants Richtung Hafen/Festung. Ausflug zum Kloster Arkadi in den Bergen gut machbar (gute halbe Stunde Fahrt). Kostenlose hoteleigene Liegen/Schirme am Sandstrand (wir mussten nichts bezahlen - aber sonst muss man angeblich seine Getränke im Gegenzug vom Hotel kaufen.
Ubder frukost ble det bare kostet mellom hver gjest med bordene. Hotellet bar pleg om at det var gammelt og at det er lenge siden siste oppussing. Vil sette 3 stjernet på dette hotellet
Veldig hyggelig og serviceinnstilt personale. Frokosten var helt topp. Gratis håndkle og solstoler på stranden. Kort oppsummert et flott opphold på Kriti Beach hotell. Kommer gjerne igjen.
Wir waren zum dritten Mal dort.
2017 und 2018.
Als wir nach Corona dann endlich wieder mal im Urlaub waren und wir uns 2023 wieder für das Kriti Beach entschlossen, wurden wir nicht enttäuscht. Der hohe Standard wurde beibehalten und altbekannte Gesichter der „Mannschaft“ konnten sich ebenfalls noch an uns erinnern. Das gab uns ein so gutes Gefühl :)
Wir lieben dieses Hotel und auch der Ort…. ein Traum.
Immer wieder gerne
Sehr gutes Hotel in lebhafter Umgebung, der saubere Strand ist direkt gegenüber, nur durch die Uferstraße getrennt und die Altstadt ist fußläufig erreichbar.
Das Personal ist sehr freundlich.
Der Pool ist natürlich klein und wird wohl auch kaum genutzt, denn der Strand mit hoteleigenen kostenfreien Liegen ist direkt gegenüber.
Einzig ein paar Handtuchhaken mehr hätte ich mir im Badezimmer gewünscht ;o)
Our Room # 309
The hotel is perfectly located. Steps away from restaurants, shops, the beach, and a short hike (20 minutes) to the city center/old port. There's a large grocery store on the same street as the hotel, on the next block up, just walk away from the ocean/main strip up the hill from the hotel.
The beach has plenty of beach loungers for free, so you never have to fight for a spot. The beach is also spotlessly clean.
My room was a superior/partial sea view. Spacious and clean. The room furniture and hallway carpeting are a little tired, but that's a minor complaint. The wi-fi is great.
Lastly, the service was top notch. Check in and check out were a breeze. The staff were professional and friendly. Even the cleaning lady was awesome. We had a super early flight to catch (7am). Not only did the front desk make sure to coordinate a early cab for us, they made sure to have a early breakfast ready for my wife. So thoughtful! Just top notch service!
I would definitely come back!
Koselig hotell, rett ved stranden og 5 minutter fra gamlebyen og partygaten. Hotellet tilbyr gjestene sine gratis en egen avdeling på stranden med strandstoler og parasoller. Super belligenhet.
Anbefaler rom 503 da det har sjøutsikt og en jacuzzi på balkongen, selv om dette ikke står beskrevet på hotels.com.
Morten
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alex
6 Oct 2021
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
3 Star Hotel at best
Room was clean, although very small with a poor layout.
Housekeeping visited only once during a 3 night stay.
Advertised as free parking but in reality there are just 2 spaces and they were occupied by the same cars for the few days we were there.
Outdoor pool is small but ok for a quick dip. Only 4 sunbeds around the pool.
Indoor pool and sauna were closed due to covid.
Reception staff seem bored and uninterested in the guests, never looking up to acknowledge our presence, constantly glued to their phone screen.
Every morning at 8am the hotel has the recycled glass collected, it was so noisy it woke us up every time.
Check out time was advertised as 12pm but on the day of the checkout we were told we have to leave at 11am due to covid.
Nicely located opposite the beach.
Fantastic staff, always ready to assist and cater to your requests and comforts. Nice property, right in front of the beach within walking distance to everything. Super clean hotel and quite comfortable. Good air-conditioning. I am a light sleeper so some of the front rooms had minor traffic noise, which in most cases shouldn’t bother the average sleeper. Management immediately made every effort to move me to a beautifully appointed suite which was dead quiet-just the way I prefer.
Overall this Is a very nice hotel, with nice rooms & facilites, and exemplary staff second to none. Probably one of the best hotels in Rethymno. Would definitely stay again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
27 Aug 2019
Disliked: Staff & service
Dålig service och ett mediokert hotell
Vi bodde här i 5 nätter. Rummen är väldigt små. Vid en internationell jämförelse så skulle inte hotellet få mer än 3 stjärnor. Läget är bra nära gamla stan och stranden. Personalen är under all kritik. Ingen servicekänsla alls. Extremt dåligt. De enda som hade servicekänsla var städerskan. Receptionen och restaurangen var en katastrof. Jag reser i jobbet mycket och brukar bo på Hyatt, Aman, Mariott och Shangri La mm. Att då kalla detta 4 eller 5 stjärnor är löjligt. Men visst, läget var bra och det var rent på hotellet. Men personalen bör bytas ut direkt! Kreta och Grekland var som vanligt fantastiskt!
We booked the kriti Beach hotel in Rethymnon but unfortunately it had not yet opened for the summer season, instead the management of the group that runs the hotel offered us its sister hotel instead, an offer we accepted. You continued to offer the Kriti Beach while it was closed.