Description
Grecotel Creta Palace is an opulent sanctuary nestled along the captivating shores of Rethymnon, Crete. This 5 star beachfront resort is a haven of Mediterranean elegance, seamlessly blending modern luxury with traditional Greek aesthetics.
Accommodations at the Grecotel Creta Palace are a testament to comfort and style. The well appointed rooms, suites, and bungalows offer panoramic sea or lush garden views, providing guests with a tranquil retreat.
Culinary excellence is a hallmark of the resort, with an array of restaurants and bars offering a delightful spectrum of Cretan and international flavours. Dine by the shimmering sea or in elegant indoor settings, each providing a unique gastronomic experience.
The resort's grounds are adorned with lush gardens, multiple swimming pools, and direct access to a pristine private beach, inviting guests to relax and rejuvenate. The Elixir Beauty Spa further enhances the sense of well being with a range of pampering treatments.
Grecotel Creta Palace is not just a resort; it's an immersive experience. With its rich history, natural beauty, and unparalleled luxury, it beckons travellers to discover the enchanting spirit of Crete amidst a backdrop of unparalleled comfort and hospitality.
Olympic Rating: 5 Star
Official Rating: 5 Star
Accommodation
Bungalow Garden View (33m2) sleeps up to 3 persons featuring a double or twin bed, single sofa bed, fully equipped bathroom with bathtub or shower, free WiFi (included), air conditioning, safety deposit box, LCD TV with satellite channels, fridge and mini bar, Nespresso machine, tea and coffee making facilities, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, bath toiletries and a balcony with garden views. Side sea view or sea view rooms are also available at a supplement.
Double Room Sea View (28m2) sleeps up to 3 persons featuring double or twin bed, sofa bed and a balcony with sea views. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Panoramic Guestroom Sea View (45m2) sleeps up to 2 persons featuring generous space and amazing panoramic sea views, king size bed, marble bathroom with two wash basins and a bathtub. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Family Bungalow Garden View (45m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring two separate sleeping and living areas, double bed, two single sofa beds, bathroom with two washbasins, bathtub and a separate shower cabin and outdoor living area among the lush gardens. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Superior Family Bungalow Garden View (45-50m2) sleeps up to 5 persons featuring separate rooms with a double bed, two single beds and an extra single bed (upon request), a balcony or terrace looking out onto the open air living space among the lush gardens. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Maisonette Garden View (56m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring a a split level layout, master bedroom at the entrance level and a wooden staircase leading up to another sleeping area. There is a double bed and two bunk beds, two bathrooms, one with bathtub and the other a shower. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Deluxe Family Bungalow with Balcony with Garden View (53-60m2) sleeps up to 5 persons featuring separate rooms each with en suite bathroom for comfort and privacy. There is a double bed, two single beds and one extra single bed (on request), two bathrooms, one with bathtub and the other with a shower and a balcony overlooking the lush gardens. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Junior Bungalow Suite Seafront (35m2) sleeps up to 3 persons featuring an open plan stylish suites with direct sea views from balcony or terrace. There is a king size bed and a single bed, marble bathroom with a walk in shower. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Deluxe Family Bungalow Ground Floor Garden View (53-60m2) sleeps up to 5 persons featuring two separate bedrooms with en suite bathroom. There is a double bed, two single beds and extra single bed (upon request), two bathrooms, one with a bathtub and the other with a shower and a terrace with garden views. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Family Suite Sea View Main Building (50m2) sleeps up to 5 persons featuring two separate sleeping areas leading off a small lobby, two bathrooms with two double beds, one optional extra single bed, two bathrooms, one with a bathtub and the other with a shower. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Palace Junior Suite Panoramic Sea View (86m2) sleeps up to 2 persons featuring a master bedroom with a king size bed, lounge or second sleeping area separated by a sliding door with two optional extra single beds, marble bathroom with two washbasins, bathtub and separate shower cabin. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Palace Family Bungalow Suite Garden View (66m2) sleeps up to 5 persons featuring two separate bedrooms, one with double bed and sofa bed, lounge area with two single beds and a sofa bed, two bathrooms with a walk in shower, furnished patio with sunbeds and umbrellas with garden views. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view. Side sea view is also available at a supplement and sleeps up to 6 persons.
The Grand Family Room (28m2) sleeps up to 6 persons featuring two double rooms with a connecting door and a sea view. All the other facilities are as per the bungalow garden view.
Bungalow Suite Sea front Private pool (46-50m2) sleeps up to 3 persons featuring separate rooms, Master bedroom and Lounge area, positioned in an extraordinary beachfront setting, these recently renovated Bungalows radiate luxury in their interiors, boasting its own pool with facilities as per the Bungalow garden view and available for Summer 2025.
Family Bungalow Suite sea front private pool (46-50m2) sleeps up to 4 persons featuring separate rooms, Master bedroom and Lounge area, luxurious stone-built bungalows feature private entrance courtyard with hand carved furniture and a private pool that adorns the secluded outdoor terrace with facilities as per the Bungalow garden view and available for Summer 2025.
Standard single occupancy is also available
For Children
- Paddling and children's pools
- GrecoBaby (0-3 years)
- GrecoKids (4-6 years)
- Greco- Juniors (7-12 years)
- GrecoTeens (13+years)
- Tennis
- Cycling
- Volleyball
- Table tennis
- Billiards
- Beach soccer
- Table games
- Team and group games
- Greek dancing
- Culinary lessons
- Water slides
- Playground
- High chairs in all restaurants
- Water sports (payable locally)
Cuisine
Labyrinth Atrium Restaurant: A food hall inspired restaurant amidst Mediterranean courtyards filled with bougainvillea and herbal plants. Part patisserie, part grill house and part charcuterie. The restaurant features show cuisine counters serving everything from classic recipes to pizza and paella. Enjoy wine and fresh vegetable & fruit juices and a great coffee menu. The modern style dining rooms open up to cool verandas and breezy patios.
Barbarossa Fish Restaurant: Nothing ever changes at this traditional establishment bathed in sunset light. Legendary recipes created with pride & technique by our wonderful cuisine masters throughout Grecotel’s history! The persons that take care of you maybe young but its only because they are 2nd or 3rd generation… Classics include Lobster Napoleon, Bon Fillet with fois gras and fresh fig ice cream.
Private dining events happily prepared.
Golden Dragon Steak & Sushi Restaurant: A dining concept for the big eaters! A fun menu combining great Asian cuisine with the best steak options in Crete.
Zeus & Amalthia Sky Bar Restaurant: A Glitterati Club Restaurant. A fabulous menu for great summer nights created by our very best chefs, mixologists and Grecotel fans! Not to miss.
Kafenion "The Beatiful Hellas": A Greek village Kafenion (Coffee House), with a selection of Ouzo, Raki and other local drinks to accompany the local ‘mezze’ (hors d’oeuvres). Taste Fourty Herbs – Sarantadentri, a special herb tea mix of forty endemic aromatic plants that has a range of healing or tonic properties.
Princess Ariadne: At the heart of the resort and your heart will belong to kirio Yiannis, the Maitre! The poolside Brasserie Ariadni named after the Minoan Princess, serves all day café food, seafood specialties and it’s the ultimate lunch spot for sea-gazing and chatting over dakos & calamari.
Talos: An all-marble lobby bar located in the main building, that extends onto a spacious veranda overlooking the pools and garden.
Careta Careta: For light snacks such as ‘Greek souvlaki’ and refreshing drinks by the beach.
Agreco Farm Taverna: A menu degustation of authentic Cretan cuisine is an experience not to be missed. The setting is the famous Agreco Farm owned by Grecotel’s founder Mr. Nikos Daskalantonakis.