New Town Travel Guide
Rethymno

Visit New Town
Stay near popular New Town attractions
Things to do

From Rethymno: Arkadi Monastery,Melidoni Cave and Margarites

Discover West Crete! Chania, Kournas & Rethymno! From Heraklion

From Rethymno: Arkadi, Melidoni, and Margarites Tour

Cretan History and Culture Day Trip with Pottery Workshop

From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in New Town

Eltina Hotel
"Decent hotel in a decent location. Easy check in and good communication from the host."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Aquila Porto Rethymno
"Fantastic stay, Great location, highly recommend. Nice clean room with great sea views, staff very friendly and attentive. Breakfast was good with so much choice. Good evening entertainment with live music good spa, had a relaxing massage. Two nice swimming pools and surrounding areas. Relaxing vibe ..."
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Elina Hotel Apartments
"Excellent location and very good room for family. This include two showers and toilets Very helpful staff and good breakfast"
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Ibiscos Garden Hotel
"Decent hotel for the money. Pictures are deceiving. Pool has limited chairs. Did not eat at the hotel at all because there was always a faint smell of vomit. Room was old and needs updating. The housekeeper opened the door to the deck daily which made the room extremely hot upon entering and you ..."
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Archipelagos Hotel
"Excellent hotel directly opposite the beach. Had a sea view which was lovely. Quite a basic small hotel but very clean, basic breakfast offered. Staff all very friendly and helpful. I liked the location directly opposite the beach, there are no Sun loungers but hotel will provide a beach towel but ..."
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Menta City Boutique Hotel
"La chambre était parfait mais pas de place de stationnement près gratuit cela est un peu désagréable"
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Where to stay in New Town

Old Town Rethymnon
Old Town Rethymnon is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rethymnon Venetian Port and Fortezza Castle while in the area.

Old Town
If you're spending some time in Old Town, Rethymnon Venetian Port and Fortezza Castle are top sights worth seeing.

Platanes
Unique features of Platanes include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Platanes Beach or Blue Beach while you're exploring the area.

Adelianos Kampos
Visitors to Adelianos Kampos like its beaches and bars, and Platanes Beach is a sight worth a stop.

Gerani
Though Gerani may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Episkopi Beach and Fortezza Castle.









