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Aquila Rithymna Beach

5.0 star property
Upscale beachfront hotel with 4 outdoor pools

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A beachside lounge with wooden structures, cushioned seating, and a view of the sea.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Body treatments, body wraps, body scrubs, facials, 6 treatment rooms
An outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, tables, and chairs, overlooking the sea.
A modern indoor pool with a central hot tub, surrounded by lounge areas and a ceiling with a sky-like design.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Adelianos Kampos, Rethymno, Crete Island, 74100
  • Place, Platanes Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rethimno Kart
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Rethymnon Venetian Port
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪87 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of palm trees through a sliding glass door, and a balcony with a chair and table.

Classic Room, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Mythica Bungalow, Beachfront | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mythica Bungalow, Beachfront

  • Sea view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Family Room, Garden View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Family Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mythica Bungalow Suite with Private Pool, Sea View

A glass table with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a vase with flowers.

Mythica Bungalow Suite with Private Pool, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1346 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Mythica Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa with Private Pool | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mythica Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa with Private Pool

  • Sea view
  • 2045 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a balcony with outdoor furniture, and a view of the city.

Classic Bungalow, Side Sea View

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Mythica Bungalow with Private Pool, Beachfront | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mythica Bungalow with Private Pool, Beachfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Mythica Two Bedroom Family Suite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mythica Two Bedroom Family Suite

  • 947 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of palm trees through a sliding glass door, and a balcony with a chair and table.

Classic Room, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Rethymno

On the beach.With a stay at this Adelianos Kampos hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Platanes Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Rethimno Kart. Horse Park Rethymno and Blue Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Platanes Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rethimno Kart - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • University of Crete - 15 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Finikas - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sky Park - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Axos Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Γρηγόρης μικρογεύματα - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taverna Stratos - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Aquila Rithymna Beach

Upscale beachfront hotel with 4 outdoor pools
Some rates at Aquila Rithymna Beach are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

As a guest of Aquila Rithymna Beach, you'll find a full-service spa, a complimentary water park, and 4 outdoor swimming pools. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a fitness center are also featured at the luxury Aquila Rithymna Beach. Self parking is free.

  • 512 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1972
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Aquila Rithymna Beach offers 512 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Satellite television is provided. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 6 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

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Jul 3 - Jul 4
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park access
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Parasailing
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water skiing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to March 31:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Beach
  • Business center
  • Children's club
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis courts

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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 - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

The hotel reserves the right to request either a valid physical or digital public identification document in order to verify the age of any person wishing to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
The water park is open from 10:30 AM-6 PM daily, except Tuesdays, through October 31, weather permitting.
Property Registration Number 1041Κ015A0113300

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Aquila Rithymna Beach Hotel Rethimnon
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Aquila Rithymna Beach to the airport?

Aquila Rithymna Beach is 45.9 mi (80-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquila Rithymna Beach?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquila Rithymna Beach on Jul 5, 2026 start from $433, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Aquila Rithymna Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aquila Rithymna Beach.

How close is Aquila Rithymna Beach to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen! The beach is closed seasonally each year from November 1 to March 31.

Does Aquila Rithymna Beach offer free breakfast?

Aquila Rithymna Beach offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Aquila Rithymna Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Aquila Rithymna Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Aquila Rithymna Beach?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Aquila Rithymna Beach have a pool?

Aquila Rithymna Beach features 4 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 1 to March 31.

Does Aquila Rithymna Beach have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from November 1 to March 31.

Does Aquila Rithymna Beach have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features facials, body wraps, and massages.

How close is Aquila Rithymna Beach to downtown Rethymno?

Aquila Rithymna Beach is 3.7 mi away from Rethymno.

Aquila Rithymna Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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