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Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5

Apartment near Rethymnon Venetian Port in Rethymno

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Smart TV, books
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms81 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rethymno
  • Place, Rethymnon Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rethymnon Venetian Port
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rethymnon Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪82 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rethymno

New Town stay.With a stay at this New Town apartment, you'll be steps from Paleontological Museum and St. Anthony Gorge. Port of Rethymnon and Kara Mousha Pasha Mosque are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rethymnon Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rethymnon Municipal Garden - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rimondi Fountain - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vivliothiki Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Κόκκινος - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nóma Coffee Bar And Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Down Town - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Day Night - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5

Welcome to Aria's Apartment, a newly renovated, boutique-style retreat in the heart of Rethymno, one of Crete's most beautiful and authentic towns. Winner of the Booking.com Traveller Award 2026 (9.5/10) and rated a perfect 5-star Guest Favourite on Airbnb, this apartment has been praised by guests from across the world as one of the finest vacation rentals in all of Greece.

Everything inside is brand new, from the designer furniture and statement lighting to the fully equipped kitchen and luxurious bathrooms. Guests consistently tell us the apartment looks even better in person than in the photos.

LOCATION
Set at Giamboudaki 10, you are just a 5-minute walk from Rethymno's wide, sandy beach and the charming Venetian Old Town. Great restaurants, cafés and bars are steps from your door. The Rethymno Marina with its seafront dining is a relaxed 10-minute stroll.

THE APARTMENT
This spacious, open-plan apartment comfortably sleeps up to 5 guests across two beautifully designed bedrooms, ideal for families, groups of friends, or two couples travelling together.

LIVING & DINING
The open-plan living and dining area is the heart of the apartment. A large, comfortable designer sofa, Smart TV, and statement ring chandelier create a warm and stylish space to relax. Floor-to-ceiling balcony doors flood the room with natural light. The dining table seats all 5 guests comfortably.

KITCHEN
Fully equipped for home cooking, dishwasher, oven, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, and all the essentials you need. Washing machine in apartment.

MASTER BEDROOM
Queen bed with its own ensuite rainfall shower bathroom and direct access to the private terrace. Perfect for couples wanting their own space.

SECOND BEDROOM
Two single beds that can be arranged as a double on request. Generous wardrobe storage and air conditioning.

BATHROOMS
Two fully fitted, designer bathrooms, one ensuite to the master bedroom, one shared. Both have rainfall showers and complimentary toiletries.

PRIVATE TERRACE
A large, private outdoor terrace with a dining table and chairs for 5. Perfect for morning coffee, al fresco dinners, or an evening glass of Greek wine.

WHAT MAKES THIS SPECIAL
✔ Award-winning · Booking.com 9.5/10 · Airbnb 5.0 ⭐
✔ Brand new throughout — boutique hotel quality
✔ Two full bathrooms — each couple has their own
✔ Powerful air conditioning in every room
✔ Fast WiFi — perfect for remote workers
✔ Cot and high chair available for families — just ask
✔ Responsive, professional host team available throughout your stay
✔ Exactly as shown in photos — guests consistently confirm this

PARKING
Free street parking is available nearby. Paid parking at Rethymno Marina is a 5–10 minute walk, a great option when street parking is busy.

GETTING AROUND
Rethymno is a wonderfully walkable town. From the apartment, you can reach the beach, the Old Town, the fortress, the lighthouse, the marina, and the best local restaurants, all on foot. A rental car is ideal for day trips to explore the rest of beautiful Crete.

We look forward to welcoming you to Aria's Apartment, your home away from home in Rethymno!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 30 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Farming classes

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Farming classes
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 81 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

This is a registered short-term rental in Greece. Under Greek law, mid-stay cleaning is not included but can be arranged on request with charge.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 00002841540

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5 to the airport?

This apartment is 41.7 mi (71-min drive) away from the Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5 to the beach?

This apartment is a short 4-minute walk from Blue Beach and 6-minute walk from Town Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5 offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5 have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Award-Winning Chic Apartment · Steps from Beach & Old Town · Sleeps 5 to downtown Rethymno?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Rethymno.

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