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Aquila Porto Rethymno

★★★★★·9.2/ 10Excellent
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Fitness facilities (surcharge)Health or beauty spa nearbyAir conditioningSwimming poolLift / ElevatorLuggage storageAll 86 facilities +
Review
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The hotel is located on Crete's northern coastline on the beach road, overlooking the sandy beach and the city of Rethymno. The hotel is only 6 minutes' walk (or 700 m) from the picturesque Rethymno Old Town and there is a wide variety of shops, restaurants and bars in the local area. The hotel is 79 km from the city of Heraklion.  This beach hotel was renovated in 2008 and has a total of 200 rooms. Guests are welcomed into a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service. The hotel is air-conditioned and offers a wealth of facilities, including a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, lift access and TV lounge. For younger guests, there is a children's playground. The hotel has its own café, bar and restaurants. There are conference facilities for business guests as well as WLAN Internet access. For an additional fee, guests may use the room and laundry services. Guests arriving by car may park in the hotel's car park. Bicycles may be hired from the hotel.  All standard rooms are fitted with double beds and have a pillow menu. Amenities include a direct dial telephone, safe, satellite TV with music channels, mini hifi system with radio and CD player and free WLAN Internet access. There is a minibar (for an extra charge) and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms have air conditioning and heating. Each room has an en suite bathroom with a bath/shower and WC, as well as toiletries, bathroom amenities, bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer. There is a balcony or terrace for each room.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 280 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-10

Guests praise the prime location near the old town and beach, friendly staff, and high-quality food. Rooms are generally spacious and clean. Complaints focus on road noise, dated rooms in some categories, small pools, and slow bar service.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Rooms9.0
Service9.0
Location9.0
Value8.9
Cleanliness8.7
Surroundings8.6
Facilities8.4
Wi-Fi6.5
PraisedPrime location · Friendly and professional staff · High-quality food · Spacious and clean rooms
ComplaintsStreet noise · Some rooms outdated · Sea view expectations unmet · Small pools

KEYIdeal for location-focused travelers. Request non-road-facing rooms to avoid noise; those prioritizing large pools or new fixtures should consider alternatives.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the hotel's location? Is it close to attractions and the beach?
The hotel boasts a prime beachfront location with a private beach and pools, just a short walk from the Old Town. The 'Location' dimension scores 9.0, praised by guests for its convenience.
diningWhat dining options are available? How is the quality?
Two restaurants offer Cretan, Mediterranean, and international cuisines, plus a poolside bar. Dining quality is highly rated (8.9), with guests praising the gourmet food and service.
familyIs this hotel suitable for families? Any precautions?
Great for families, with staff accommodating dietary allergies. However, note the small pools, limited sunbeds, and long elevator waits. Plan activities in advance.
coupleHow is the experience for couples? Are room views good?
Couples rate it highly for location and service. Rooms are spacious and clean, but some have dated facilities. Be aware of potential road noise; confirm room orientation when booking.
roomWhat are the room facilities like? How is the soundproofing?
Rooms feature AC, soundproofing, and modern amenities, scoring 9.0. However, some guests report poor soundproofing and road noise, with some facilities appearing dated.
facilityWhat fitness and leisure facilities does the hotel offer?
Offers free gym, sauna, massage, yoga, and activities like table tennis. Some guests note the gym/sauna spaces are small, and certain facilities incur extra charges.
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