Best Hotels in Panormos

Half board doesn’t include drinks at dinner, only at breakfast. Staff seemed happy to provide water though, and the hot drinks machine was OK to use, they had a good selection of teas

The sofa bed had an issue as the cushions separated at night, and we needed to move it to avoid drips from the air con. We loved having a fridge in our room to keep drinks cool when we got back from our trips

Door entrance in ours was now at ghe rear and led into a room with bed settee, cupboard and air conditioning plus light switch system that did away with the slot card system of old and even lighted display by ghe door to indicate room OK for cleaner or do not disturb

We’ve been half board for a week here. We’ve used it as a base to visit the island (we booked direct and booked flights and car hire separately), most of the guests here are on AI package breaks

Yes the main hotel is ready for renovation, but it’s been absolutely fine for us. The bathroom has already been upgraded, and everything was super clean and functional. Lots of toiletries provided and fresh towels daily

The food itself has been fabulous - we tried lots of Greek and Cretan dishes, and loved the variety of fish and grilled meats, as well as the salad bar and fruits / cheese

We just had our second family holiday at Marine Palace and were once again very happy with everything. The location, the food and service is great!

Lovely hotel for a family holiday. Between the pools, water park and beach our water babies were in heaven; with the inclusively priced cocktails we were too! Delicious and great range of food in the buffet

Do book on arrival if want full choice of alternative dining options. Appreciated being able to get snacks for the kids during the day

The only slight negative we found was the lack of lactose-free yoghurt, which was surprising given the multitude of options otherwise

We have had a great time at this hotel. Plenty of great dining options, multiple swimming pools, sea access was great

Perhaps the biggest highlight was the staff, they were lovely and super helpful any time we needed anything

Wonderful position, brilliant staff - nothing is a problem, and food is good. My kind of hotel where guests and staff are all very happy!

Absolutely superb hotel with staff who really care. The hotel is spotless, and we stayed in room 742, a beach front Bungalow. Brilliantly designed with breathtaking view. The room was cleaned every day

This is an antiquated and ridiculous rule that needs to be changed ASAP. Special mention also to Nikki at the pool bar who was utterly fantastic- a really caring individual who loves her job a was a joy to be around

A very special mention to Ellie from Guest Relations, who was truly amazing. She went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience possible

Good location and food was really delicious. For a week, there were plenty of options and enjoyed mixing the buffet for a couple of evening meals at the onsite restaurants

The hotel is spotless, the grounds are beautiful, and the views of the sea are breathtaking. Every part of the resort felt so well cared for. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better holiday

I am a 5 star hotel traveller had many an experience good and bad, we ad a fantastic stay and we're treated with loving care throughout our stay, five star + to all the staff who made or stay a special experience

If you are fortunate enough to meet her then you will encounter a smile and an attitude that is wonderfully warm and friendly. You know that she will do her utmost to ensure your stay is as perfect as possible

we have no hesitation in recommending The Blue Star Resort and Spa, Crete

From our point of view we hope that this calm atmosphere never changes as even when the hotel is full to capacity it never feels so - in fact the hotel just seems to absorb the crowds and remains therapeutically relaxing and laid back

1) Location : The Royal Blue is just an oasis of calm , tucked away in an unspoilt area of Crete. There are no tavernas nearby or rowdy bars so this is not for you if you are looking for a party hotel

The restaurant staff are always attentive at breakfast- special mention to Rokas and Katarina who looked after us every morning, remembering our drinks orders without us having to say a word

Best buffet in the world!!! Truly we couldn’t stop eating haha . Our room was very nice. Lovely pools . Really kids and family friendly. The water park is amazing also for adults

I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a memorable stay in Crete. This review highlights the hotel’s luxury, location, and excellent service, appealing to travelers seeking a high-end experience

Then, behind the screen, it turns out that this particular villa is located right next to the shared outdoor air conditioning unit and the cable car service center! It's good that they noticed the noise right away and immediately requested a replacement, but apparently all the villas were occupied beforehand, along with full booking and so on

It's good that they were smart enough to demand the room they booked. Hurray, they gave it to you, but an hour and a half had already passed, and naturally, dinner was missed

Good afternoon, I'd like to share my impressions from the very beginning! So, here it is: arrival at a wonderful hotel, praised by 1,000 reviews

My stay at The Royal Senses Hotel in Crete was truly exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by the warm and friendly staff who made me feel right at home

If you want the best of Crete, no fuss, quiet and friendly atmosphere- this is a gem 🇬🇷💙

I have to agree with a lot of the other reviews on this place it really is a hidden gem, situated in the heart of panormos a stone's throw from the beach and Tavernas it is one of the most relaxing places you can visit, the rooms are basic but immaculate all with a balcony and all you need whilst on holiday, the breakfast is a mixture of items that are baked by Maria who for us is the star of the show...

The Greek people working here are very nice! It seems to me they are always ready to do something more for the guests. The view is great. I also like the level of hygiene. There's a small but cosy yard with a pool.

My daughter and I had a wonderful week here at Marelina Villas. It was lovely and quiet, the rooms were basic but clean. The staff (especially Athena) were great

Marelina Villas is better than we could have imagined, and absolutely perfect for a family looking for a quiet relaxing holiday, despite the peak of the school holidays everything is unhurried and not crowded, the apartments well appointed, clean and comfortable, very helpful friendly staff and plenty of good quality reasonably priced food in the local tavernas

We had a delightful family holiday here: Comfortable, relaxing and an amazing view from our balcony!

I would definitely suggest a stay here to all the travellers out there. Everything was excellent, very friendly stuff , very clean ... Fresh juice at breakfast and handmade cretan pies! Something to remember.

Our stay at the hotel was excellent. Breakfast was a highlight, with a varied selection of local products that changed daily. The staff were kind, attentive, and highly professional

Our evenings were spent wandering out from the hotel and down the pretty stone road for just 200 metres to the excellent Olive Tree Bar for cocktails and draft Mythos before heading off to one of the many excellent tavernas for dinner - all within easy walking distance

Great little hotel with very good and friendly staff - Nicky, Julie and Victoria. Situated in small Cretan village with outstanding restaurants, nice shops with small and safe nearby beaches

The pool is small, spotlessly clean and perfect for dipping into to cool off in on hot afternoons when we came back from a day out. We spent most of our days at Spilies Beach which is a short drive from the hotel

Would highly recommend a drive into the mountains up to Margarites and on to the Museum of Archeology at Eleftherna. A day trip to Rethymnon was also a good day out

Very relaxed swimming pool area on the ground floor area and always enough spots of shade to find for people who are not too fond of too much direct sunlight

Superb experience. Great manager who facilitated me when I requested extra nights. Loved both apartments I stayed in. Can't fault it.

Clean and comfortable studio with furnished terrace. Good wi-fi, all necessary equipment available. Nice staff that was easy to get in touch with. Central location in the village, short way to bus stop and main road

pool area very peaceful plenty of beds with or without shade. Manolis was the most helpful friendliest kindest host. Nothing was any trouble at all. Just myself and my daughter staying. all so very safe - everywhere

perfect location for Panormos. 5 mins away where walk to the two beaches Supermarket 2 mins away. restaurants and tavernas scattered all over The apartment was very new and modern. amazing shower, air con and fan

The apartment was big enough for my wife and myself, it was clean and was attended every two days. Philoxenia is located in the center of the village and three minutes walking distance to the beach

Because of the geography, the hotel is built on a slope and therefore consists of a series of levels connected by a series of confusing stairs and lifts. Also confusing is the absence of a pool bar (lovely pool)

Thank You To All The Staff Who Made It Such A Good Holiday, Your Stars Special Thanks From Keith As Well, We Will Be Back Next Year

Psarapoula taverna is next door and Mambos taverna an easy stroll, anywhere else will require an uphill hike but that's Bali

This Is Such A Gem Of A Hotel. Its Positioning Right on the beach. Again A Fantastic Stay At This Wonderful Hotel

The extractor fan in the bathroom was blocked with dust and didn’t function at all, so we had to leave the bathroom door open constantly. Linen changes only every three days also felt below par for this standard of hotel

Room 114 has a balcony big enough to accommodate about 10 loungers and a view that you won't tire of in a hurry, day or night, unfortunately it's 52 steps up from reception/bar

With easy access to the sea via a few steps (or a jump off the rocks if you’re brave enough) the crystal-clear water awaits should you wish to cool off; great for snorkeling too! The breakfast buffet is delicious and varied daily, the snacks are superb and the cocktails five-star! What truly makes this place is the team

Wonderful new hotel, great location on the seafront.. Wonderful rooftop pool.. Wonderful staff, homely attitude, good and plentiful breakfast.. Very nice rooms. Special architectural design.

The owner of the place is amazing!!! The staff is amazing, knows everyone, takes care of everything, asks and is really interested in whether something is missing and really tries to answer every request - and all with a smile

Our recent stay was truly delightful. The hotel was impeccably clean, and the breakfast buffet offered various delicious options that changed daily. Additionally, there was the option to order food for lunch or dinner

We stayed for 3 wonderful nights, it was a pleasure. Amazing views, great breakfast, rooms are big and well decorated. The pool and the jacuzzi was perfect, in breezy day we loved getting into the jacuzzi

We were welcomed like old friends from the off, with friendly, smiling faces who simply couldn’t do enough throughout the duration of our stay. We will be back! One Aphrodite and a Mojito please 😉

There are nuances like no hair dryer in the room, but I am a spoiled child by Turkey hotels, which are just different, so probably for Europe 4 star they have all that is needed

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and comfortable family-run hotel. The staff were always polite, friendly, and eager to assist every guest with a genuine smile

Our experience here was wonderful. The food is amazing, we ate a lot every day, desserts were great too. There is an open bar + ice cream bar as well. The weather was so nice, even in October, very sunny and warm

I highly recommeend even with kids, they have animators and activities, pool, anything you might want or need. And the massage was the best I have ever had

This is the second time I have been here and both times we loved it. The people here are extremely kind, friendly and helpful, the rooms are great and well situated and the food is amazing a d very varied

Third time at the hotel, everything was beyond my expectations! I loved ❤️ 🍕!!!! My room had a sea and mountain view. Staff were wonderful. Special thanks to the ladies at the reception.

Meal is excellent, great choice every day, various menu, the chef is so hard working and dedicated to his job. The beach is rather small, but lots of bars and restaurants makes it less unbearable

Excellent hotel in Bali, Crete. Its on the best beach in Bali, Crete. The breakfast was excellent with a lot of choice, great a la carte food , frendlly and helpful staff

Hotel is located at the beach, no need to go far. Swimming pool right in front of your balcony, hotel staff is doing the best all the time to meet your requirements, very pleasant people

The staff were simply amazing—they took such good care of us throughout our stay. The service was top-notch, always kind and attentive, and the food was incredible

Really amazing hotel, 2 swimming pools and really good place right next to the sea. There is not so much to explore around that area

Hotel , pool and rooms are spacious and beautifully designed. Right on the best beach in Bali

Allover perfect stay. 🥰 the room is comfortable sparkling clean. the pool is amazing with mountain view. Food is very good. Manger and staff are very kind and helpful. we can always recommend this hotel at any time.

Very relaxing very clean suites with excellent staff thank you very much it is amazing Crete drinks and food fine we visited the island with a car

Food really good and delicious. The entire staff from reception, dinning, room service show high level of customer service. It's a place to visit again for me. Excellent upper floor Suites!!

Fantastic place . Excellent two bedroom suites very clean with fantastic views . The pools are comfortable . Our family was really happy.

The manager stelios speaks excellent English and is very welcoming and helpful and was always going out of his way to help us when we asked. His son worked in the bar and restaurant and was equally kind and helpful

Staff are rude, clean hotel and good food and drinks. Swimming pool was unbearably cold. No entertainment and not close at all to any shops/restaurants. Only book here for a maximum of 3 nights as there’s nothing to do

All good except for gross bathroom and stranded at side of the road

Our stay at Filion Suites Resort & Spa was absolutely wonderful! The hotel is located in a beautiful, peaceful area with breathtaking views of the mountains — a perfect place to relax and unwind away from the crowds

A big thanks to Regina and her reception team who were always helpful with everything we needed. The staff at the restaurant, bar and the cleaning staff were all friendly, welcoming and efficient

We definitely feel like this place is our second home, and we are already planning to return next year! Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a wonderful and welcoming experience

The service was outstanding—every staff member was incredibly kind, helpful, and always smiling. They really go above and beyond to take care of the guests

Every evening, there were fun activities in the hotel, adding to the lively atmosphere. The hotel was spotless, and cleanliness was clearly a priority

Very nice location and nature! The city is nearby. The staff at the hotel is friendly and will help with any request. The cuisine is very tasty, the choice is sufficient. The menu changes. Great!

well those should be changed for couple/ double rooms. -while the bed was soft i didn't sleep well. (neither my wife) -some toilet seats/cover wouldn't stand

Stress-free vacation with stunning views Wonderful hotel with a great atmosphere. The beach is right at your feet, and the pool area is fantastic

We were impressed by the variety of the buffet—there was something delicious for everyone at all hours. A true gem for anyone looking for a worry-free beachfront stay!

Both the rooms and the entire territory were pristine, showing a real dedication to maintenance and guest comfort. Finally, a massive thank you to Despina, a wonderful, kind girl from reception

Waking up and falling asleep to the sound of the waves was an unforgettable moment. Hotel offers incredible variety of dishes, ensuring there was always something new and delicious to try

Just returned from a 10 day stay with my daughter at this lovely hotel. This was my daughter’s second visit. We had a lovely ground floor room that overlooked the pool. The room had everything we needed for our stay

This is our second stay at Imperial Palace and it did not disappoint. Even before arrival we had excellent communication from the reception team

Everything is beautifully presented. The bar team were also amazing. We always had a friendly greeting and smile. There is an extensive drinks menu. We’re were spoilt for choice and their cocktails were amazing

Had towels and also beach/pool towels which was great. Our bed was so comfy and huge. The room was spotless and cleaned everyday. For our stay we had breakfast and evening meal which was lovely

Nothing is too much trouble and they pride themselves on making sure you have a fantastic stay. Special thank you to Elena, we are grateful for your friendly smile and amazing customer service

The chef and restaurant team made sure we were well catered for. I am vegetarian but I also had a great choice of food every night we stayed 10 days and there was always something different

Without question the best run hotel I have ever stayed at. Every single detail is perfect. Every single staff member is excellent. The food in the buffet and restaurants is exceptional

This was such an incredible resort. The staff is absolutely impeccable and their beachside/poolside service was amazing. The buffet was impressive and the food was absolutely delicious. I’d go back over and over.

Food was epic and the service around the pool really great. Just make sure to download the group app and book your restaurants as soon as you are confirmed. Got upgraded to a swim up room too so that was pretty special

Downloaded Hotel app before we left Canada but unable to book restaurants 7 days in advance of arrival. Also the buffet food was underwhelming at times. Also allowing smoking was annoying

It's a 4 star at best and there's nothing luxury about it aside from the one pool and the sunsets

We can highly recommend a trip to the Agreco Farm for dinner, The White (adults only fine dining), and Asia White - although all of the food, including the buffet, was excellent

We booked a massage in the Spa with the very friendly spa manager Hasmik. I got a really relaxing massage from the masseur Stefanos who was able to give me advice for my back problem

Fantastic stay at an extremely friendly and professionally run hotel right on the beach. The rooms are spruce, bright and well maintained. We had a view right over the pool and palm trees

We spent 5 days in the Rethymno Palace as a couple, our teenage daughter and 4 of her friends. It's a nice hotel with indoor and outdoor pool and direct access to beach and sea

​"Our experience at Rethymno Palace was nothing short of amazing. A huge thank you to the Hotel Manager, Andreas, whose leadership truly shows in every detail of the resort

Beautiful setting and ambient! Very attentive and friendly staff! A place I would definitely recommend and return! THANK YOU GUYS!

The food is varied and well presented and the staff are attentive and caring throughout

The hotel is nice, new renovated and lies beside the sea, where the view is amazing. You can see the sunrise and the sunset from your balcony. The breakfast is good, the bar is fairly priced

EXCELLENT! CLEAN COMFORT FRIENDLY STAFF AND GREAT LOCATION! NOT TO MENTION THE POOL! WE ENJOYED OUR STAY SO MUCH AND 100% WILL BE BACK! THANK YOU

The location of the hotel is also really good, there is a bus station 30m from the main door

Supermarket across the street but do not picture real supermarket, it is just a small store. Good coffee is served from the vending machine during the whole day. Cold food in the fridge when we arrived at night

Fridge in the room which is good for cooling down bought bottled water. Food can be eaten under the umbrellas with the view at the sea

I wish the hotel management will take care and keep the hotel as nice as it is today. Simple design, but with some art decorations. Nice pool area and reasonable sea entrance. Close to restaurant, shops or car rentals

I have to mention especially the young team led by restaurant manager Alexandros and Soula who lead them with friendliness kindness and humour. We loved staying there and would not hesitate to recommend to anyone

I cannot praise the hotel enough but what makes it so special is the friendliness and helpfulness of every member of staff from front desk restaurant staff and room attendants

The evening entertainment program is gentle and enjoyable - none of the obnoxious loud music other hotels offer. Overall, our experience was heavenly and I would highly recommend this place!

We stayed at Caramel last week and can only praise the hotel. The accommodation was fantastic. We stayed in a bungalow with private pool

The hotel accommodation is arranged in separate buildings surrounding an amazing central pool and has a relaxed village feeling

Every single staff member (and there are many) was friendly, courteous, and extremely dedicated to giving their guests top notch service and a pampered experience. The food was absolutely amazing with so many choices…

Really good food in the evening. Every wednesday really good live music with a choice of fresh fish or steak (you also can choose from the menue if you like). Breakfast ok but room to improvement

The hosts are really nice, friendly and made a good Service. Air condition costs extra but it is ok if you need it. Location near by the sea and also a Pool and a nice taverne at the hotel

also good spot for island exploration

I found it a perfect 👌 place the decor was a bit "neady" but good and very clean The staff did all they could to make your stay as present as possible

We found it very good However, it was the first holiday I have had where I didn't travel around a lot

What can I say Wow what a great holiday my husband and I had , from the management to the chambermaids we were made so welcome nothing was too much for the staff specially John and Maria , we will be coming back 100% Miss Lou and Keith

Wishing all of you continued success and happiness! 😘🌟 With warm regards, Klaudia PS: Dziękuję też serdecznie pani Agnieszce – pozytywnej, ciepłej osobie, która zawsze wnosiła dobrą energię i uśmiech! 💛

The only thing I would slightly improve is the hair dryer in the bathroom – it heats up quickly and doesn’t work that well, but it’s just a small detail compared to how great everything else was

The food was delicious, with lots of variety and rich local flavors – special greetings to Chef Fotis for the incredible meals. Everyone working here makes the experience even more enjoyable

I am happy and grateful for Dimitris and Dimitra for making me an exception for the coctail without alcohol. The other personnel shift could not make the drink without one ingridient

Children are particularly well looked after by the wide variety of food on offer. The hotel itself and surrounding areas were very clean and well kept

My stay at this hotel was truly amazing! The entire staff is incredibly kind, helpful, and always welcoming

Our room was slightly old-fashioned, but the furniture was comfortable and good quality and the room was kept spotlessly clean by Housekeeping

The hotel is lovely, yes it does get busy with families in school holidays but that can be said of many places, the staff are all fantastic and nothing is too much trouble for their guests

We love them all and in all of our travels we have never found anywhere quite so comfortable and that makes us feel like we are at home while we are away. We will see you all next year

We stayed 4th to 14th September 2025 and as always our stay was fantastic

I was a bit dissapointed to not find any Beach Bags and Slippers in the room, as these are pretty much standard in a 5* Hotel, so when I was asked for feedback on their App, I told them, and the next day Beach Bag and Slippers were delivered along with some extra toiletries

Another slight gripe was the mini-bar in the room was not always topped up and there was a charge for crisps and Nuts! Comfy bed and a great shower in the bathroom made for a comfortable stay, but do take a multi pot adapter, as there are not many sockets

But the best thing about this hotel is the staff. They are very kind, caring, attentive, and happy to solve any problem so you can enjoy your stay. So, we would definitely recommend this hotel, and will be back

The Adele Beach Hotel is ideally located with a 25 minutes bus (number 20) journey/ride away from the nearest historic town of Rethimno which literally has something to offer everyone but just remember to purchase bus tickets in advance from all local stores and shops at 2 euro per trip

From the moment we arrived - staff were truly professional, smartly dressed, approachable, friendly, informative, accommodating, ready to assist and help to exceed all levels of customer service to ensure every single guests stay expectation were met

The Adele Beach Hotel is centrally located near to the main high road with numerous bars, ATM's, supermarkets, coffee shops, restaurants and activity venues along with a pharmacy, hire car centres and a medical centre

The hotel is set back and away from the main road so there are no noise or pollution issues. As for the Adele Beach Hotel itself. WOW! The hotel is shown as 4 star and they certainly deserve that rating

There is one large pool with it's own pool bar and free sunbed access around the large pool area and on the private beach. The selection of food is local Greek cuisine meets European and west

But Kathrin Beach hotel is much more than that! Very good location, comfort by the sandy beach, renovated rooms, great cuisine, and above all very friendly and quick staff

This is a hotel owned and run by a lovely family. Nothing is too much trouble to them. Perfect location right on the beach. It has a very nice swimming pool with sumbeds and parasols

Review for Hotel Kathrin Beach We stayed in the renovated part of the hotel and were very satisfied with our stay

We spent a few wonderful days at Kathrin Beach Hotel with my wife in May, and honestly, we didn’t want to leave! The service from the staff was beyond excellent – always polite, friendly, and eager to help with a genuine smile

Breakfast and dinner were generous and varied, with plenty of options each day. There’s also the possibility of early breakfast or a lunch package if you're heading out early in the morning

As for suggestions for improvement: – The towel change policy could really be improved — every three days feels too infrequent, especially in hot weather when guests are likely to shower more than once a day

Bed is very hard. Pool very good,but some put towels out in the morning and don't use the sun loungers until later in the day. This shouldn't be allowed. Good pool bar.rooms are good n big. Aircon is 6 Euro a day.

Lovely hotel/apartment. Very clean, super room for 2. Modern bathroom, Pool is lovely 😍

Lovely aparthotel, rooms very clean if basic, staff are lovely, pool area will kept, best bar man.

The hotel is nice and clean in general, a big pool with shallow water for kids and a pool bar. The rooms are ok with one noteble exception. Our room was sticking of cigarette smoke when we checked in

The hotel is located a bit off the main areas, but this was more than compensated by the well-kept facilities, the friendly service, and the excellent cocktails at the pool bar

Had an excellent stay at the Apollon Hotel. Very friendly, clean and relaxing

The building is surrounded with beautiful trees and plants (my personal highlight) and is a home for several well-behaving cats. Ah, and please try the bar downstairs

This time, I got a transport hiccup on the way to the hotel (side note: book your tickets from Heraklion to Rethymno in advance, shall you choose to travel by bus)

! I felt so greatful! The special advantage of these cosy apartments is that the bedroom is separate from the living room with the kitchen corner

One little minus is that creating some kind of air circulation in the bedroom was difficult to impossible, even in the night with open windows

The rooms are kept clean, each has a balcony or a terrace, and most of them face a quiet side street

Hence, your loved ones have a chance to sleep, while you vigorously chop a salad or beat an omlet

Cons: The hotel looks good and modern, but the rooms are quite strange. Ours was a micro-room, really small with a tiny balcony which was supposed to be a double room

The rooms are very clean though kind of small but definitely enough. The food was delicious but not much of Greece culture. Since it was very packed the restaurant was kind of loud

I have never experienced such a good food offering in a hotel before and could not find a single item that I disliked. I definitely plan on coming back and fully recommend it

All in all it's definitely recommendable and good in price Quality

Anyway, the food was great, the best delicious food from breakfast to dinner! I hope they can change the pool rules soon. Thanks for our great holiday season!

Booked the hotel for a 7 days period. Pros: The staff is amazing, really helpful and there when you need. The food is really good, lots of choices and themes across the week. They have music nights every 2 days

It is listed as 5 stars but in all honesty needs improvements to be listed as a true 5 stars, namely, the coffee at breakfast is undrinkable and quality differs from the one you pay for in the pool bar, 5 star hotel should provide also tissues, and if it is listed adults only no young children should be allowed

We are just back from a week’s stay. The decor is modern and stylish, especially the bar, pool and restaurant area which is at the top of the hotel with views over the beach. The rooms are very nice and spacious

If you want to eat out, there are lots of restaurants within walking distance and the surrounding area is buzzy. We had booked another nearby hotel, owned by the same company

the first room we were allocated was not a superior and we asked for this to be changed so check what you booked) We were offered another room and this was fine. The rooms are not massive but you don’t need it to be

You can get rooms overlooking the central courtyard for more privacy, We never sat out on ours anyway. Never any issue getting a sunbed, none of the usual nonsense with people getting up at 7am to reserve

Chose the hotel on reviews and the small size. We have stayed in large all inclusives in Europe before and wanted something smaller. The hotel did not disappoint

We stayed at the Trefon for a week in June and had the studio apartment. It was spacious for a studio and very clean and comfortable. The room is a little dated but we didn’t mind that considering the service/staff

Beautiful apartment walking distance to all amenities - shops, restaurants, bars. Free car park for those who hire a car to see the amazing island of Crete. Staff accommodating, nothing was to much trouble

The pools and common areas are spotless, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The staff truly make the difference—always friendly, helpful, and going out of their way to make us feel at home

If you are booking via 3rd party just a gentle reminder, Greece has a room tax which is sometimes not included with your package, here at The Trefon it was €5 a day but worth every cent

Make sure you visit the Finikas Taverna across the road too, excellent food and a famy welcome

The swiming pool has a good share of shadow in the afternoons which is really great for kids and refreshing during a hot summer day. Definitely we will come back

Excellent price Located in a competitive area, it is an excellent alternative to low budget. The beach is just at the end of the street and many restaurant on the orther side of the street

It's close to the beach & close to the main street where you'll find plenty of dining options, shops & the local supermarket. The pool area is clean and tidy with sun loungers and plenty of beautiful flowers and plants

Hey, go and spend double and treble the price, that is your choice, but when you consider you are out most of the day and night anyway, why would you! For me anyway, a perfect stay and location

Property is very close to the beach. Lots of dining options close by. Parking can be a pain but host goes out. of his way to be accommodating. Laneway to accommodation is very narrow for cars

Peaceful, relaxing, close to beach in one direction, close to shops, restaurants & supermarkets in the other. Owners friendly & nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely recommend.

The apartments at Hotel Elida are run by a friendly and welcoming family who always take the time to have a chat & give advice on places to visit in the local area

I unfortunately left yesterday with my best friend Uwe and wanted to write a review. About the room: It was good, but the air conditioning unit was unfortunately a bit loud, so we hardly used it at all

There were some nice, good restaurants down the street (I recommend Vergina 1, super nice and the food is really good). The beach was also about a 10-minute walk away

The hotel staff were allways willing to help, and Mary even sorted a rental car for us and was very friendly and made sure we got a good deal

A very friendly family managing this hotel. Always ready to help if needed. Very peace full place, near to the restaurants and shops. Room clean up starting at 8:30. Nice music ambiance near the swimming pool

We stayed at this hotel as a big family group of 20, and right from the beginning, Mary and Cristallenia made us feel really welcome

We had a fantastic stay and were made to feel very welcome by the staff. It was very relaxed and quiet, the old town was only 10 minutes away in a taxi with lots of things to do

I stayed in this hotel for a week mid-August and it was one of the best vacations I’ve ever had! Obviously, the rooms have everything you need and are very clean and modern

Er is één mevrouw bij de receptie die zelfs Nederlands spreekt. Our room (nummer 217, 😊) is well sized with private balcony, airco and jacuzzi. It is all kept clean daily, including making the beds door twee lieve dames

But I strongly suggest booking a room with a pool view, where you can enjoy an evening or two on the balcony. We had different menus every day and the choice was just perfect, not too much and not too little

If you need anything special there is a small shop on the territory of the hotel or you can go into the town 10 mins, where there are plenty of restaurants and shops, including Lidl

People are usually staying near pool, so almost all sunbeds are taken (and yes, some guests are still having the habit of leaving a towel on a sunbed but showing up 3 hours later)

The pool is very clean and nice, the only downside is that it is still accepted that antisocial people reserve beds with their towels. Those towels should be thrown in the pool

Easy check-in (even though we arrived at 2am). Good location just outside of Rethymeo. Lidl and local restaurants in walking distance as well as a long stretch of beach (10 minutes walk)

Excellent rooms, large swimming pool in site, laundry, kitchenette and refrigerator. Lovely hostess, Maria, always there to help. Rooms are clean and all amenities are present

the place is very clean inside and out out side the plants are very nice the owners are doing a super job we had 2 weeks in june the place is near the sea and the place is a few mins walk to taxi bars shops and supermarkit the woman who cleans the rooms makes towel animals which is nice when you come to your room taxi into rethymnon is 10mis and 10 euros the place works on trust if you take anything...

Maria and staff that run the accom are super lovely, helpful and accommodating. Perfect and clean rooms with a cleaner who comes every day. Lovely garden with pool that felt like your own

To get to nice local coves and special restaurants with a view there’s easy taxi service (10-20 minutes to get to beautiful spots

Wi-Fi is only on pool area but they are working on it for every room

The beach was very close to the hotel and pools were nice. So convenient having towels and sun loungers in good supply! My boys particularly loved the kids club, the staff really went the extra mile

This is my 4th visit to Creta Palace, my husband went many times, throughout his teens and early adulthood. We have two children, at the time of travel were 5 and 8. We have visited Creta Palace in 2022, 2023 and 2025

Georgia and Eirini in particular. The entertainment was mostly good and suited our boys. The kids pool wasn't huge and slides basic, but just right for us, we often had whole pool to ourselves

This is a truly honest review of the resort and we hope many will find it helpful. Creta Palace is one of the most charming resorts

So friendly, professional and immaculate. You are never left waiting and nothing is a problem. The food has always been very good but improved in 2025

The room was spacious and practical. In general we highly recommend Creta Palace and didn't want to come home!