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

Cretan History and Culture Day Trip with Pottery Workshop

From Rethymno: Arkadi, Melidoni, and Margarites Tour

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

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

Eltina Hotel
"Great hotel easy check in and great breakfast"
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Atlantis Beach Hotel
"More 4* than 5*"
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Aquila Porto Rethymno

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

Archipelagos Hotel
"Accueil chaleureux. Vue exceptionnelle. À 15 minutes du centre ville et de la plage. Petite plage de l’autre côté de la rue. Séjour parfait"
Reviewed on 24 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
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.









