"The beach is beautiful, and the sunbeds and umbrellas are free to guests."
lindsey b from United Kingdom
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"Excellent breakfast & Excellent location"
Tina from Canada
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"It was well located on the sea front and very spacious and modern"
Marylisa from United Kingdom
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"Extremely helpful and polite staff. Two swimming pools are usually accessible and not overcrowded and private beach with umbrellas and deckchairs."
Leniuch from Poland
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"Location, location, location you don't need the all-inclusive option."
Dale from United States
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5-star beachfront hotel in Rethymno with Blue Flag private beach and 3 freshwater pools
Beach & Pools
Aquila Porto Rethymno sits on Rethymno Beach, which holds the Blue Flag Beach Award and includes a private beach area. The hotel has 3 freshwater pools and a hot tub/Jacuzzi. Sunbeds and umbrellas are provided free of charge on the private beach and around the 3 freshwater pools.
Rooms & Suites
The hotel has 161 rooms and suites, including the Classic Room - Urban View, Mythica Deluxe Room, Sea Front and Mythica Penthouse Suite, Sea View. Each room has floor-to-ceiling windows and a balcony overlooking the Cretan Sea or the town, plus air conditioning, satellite TV and a mini bar. Bathrooms are supplied with bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.
Dining & Bars
Guests can start the day with a continental or an American buffet breakfast. The Piazza Di Porto Restaurant and the main restaurant serve Cretan, Mediterranean and International flavours for lunch and dinner. A poolside snack bar serves drinks and exotic cocktails; the hotel provides a welcome drink and a welcome pack with wine and water on arrival, and a Premium All-Inclusive plan is available outside the winter season.
Wellness & Entertainment
The spa and wellness centre provides massage treatments, yoga lessons, fitness classes, a sauna and a gym. The hotel organizes dance shows and cooking lessons, along with evening entertainment. Younger guests have an on-site fun club with games and competitions.
Location
The hotel is within a short walk of Rethymno Old Town and 600 metres from Rethymnon Port. Chania International Airport is 61 km away, while Heraklion International Airport is 84 km away and Heraklion Town and Port is 80 km away. Nearby landmarks include the Archaeological Museum of Rethymno, the Centre of Byzantine Art and the Venetian Fortress.
Highlights
Beachfront: Blue Flag Beach Award, private beach area with free sunbeds and umbrellas
Pools: 3 freshwater pools and a hot tub/Jacuzzi
Rooms: 161 rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies
Dining: Piazza Di Porto Restaurant, main restaurant and poolside snack bar
Wellness: spa and wellness centre with massage treatments, sauna and gym
Family: on-site fun club with games and competitions
Location: 600 metres from Rethymnon Port and a short walk from Rethymno Old Town
Must-do experiences
Visit the Venetian Harbor at sunset for breathtaking views.
Try the local seafood at Avli Restaurant for a true taste of Crete.
Explore the hidden alleys of the old town for charming boutiques.
Don't miss the Archaeological Museum for a dive into history.
Attend a traditional Greek dance show for a memorable evening.
Choose your island room type
Aquila Porto Rethymno offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Mythica Top-floor Superior Room Sea View
2 persons
260 sq. feet
2 Single beds / 1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Mythica Signature Room Sea View
2 persons
260 sq. feet
2 Single beds / 1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Classic Room Pool View
2 persons
295 sq. feet
1 Double bed / 2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Balcony
room details
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