Platanes
Rethymno
Popular places to visit
Rethymnon Venetian Port
Explore the waterfront in Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rethymnon Venetian Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Fortezza Castle
Find out about the history of Old Town Rethymnon with a stop at Fortezza Castle. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Sacred Monastery of Arkadi
After visiting Sacred Monastery of Arkadi, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rethymno. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.
Platanes Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Platanes Beach during your trip to Platanes? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.
University of Crete
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Crete during your travels in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethimno Kart
You can take time to visit Rethimno Kart during your travels to Rethymno. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.
Things to do
From Rethymno: Lake Kournas and Villages Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Platanes
Nalu Resort & Spa
"Beautiful hotel with stunning rooms and genuinely attentive, friendly staff. It’s a shame the weather wasn’t great, as we couldn’t fully enjoy the lovely pools and bar area. The hotel is about a 40-minute walk from Rethymnon, which is manageable and pleasant. Despite the weather, we truly enjoyed ..."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
May Beach Hotel
"Friendly staff, very clean, supermarket across the road and walking distance to beach and restaurants"
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Atermono Boutique Resort & Spa
"Small, nice and quiet"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Mary Hotel & Mary Royal Suites
Grecotel Casa Adele
"Very good food, nice quiet place and not over crowded, pools were perfect, very helpful great staff, so glad we stayed here."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025
Trefon Hotel Apartments and Suites
"Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2022
Other neighbourhoods around Platanes
Adelianos Kampos
Visitors to Adelianos Kampos like its beaches and bars, and Platanes Beach is a sight worth a stop.
Perivolia
While visiting Perivolia, you might make a stop by sights like Town Beach and Blue Beach.
New Town
If you're spending some time in New Town, Rethymnon Town Hall and Rethymnon Municipal Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town
If you're spending some time in Old Town, Rethymnon Venetian Port and Fortezza Castle are top sights worth seeing.
Skaleta
You might appreciate the beaches and restaurants in Skaleta, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Spilies Beach and Rethimno Kart are just a few notable stops.
Violi Charaki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Violi Charaki and surrounding area, you can visit Rethymnon Municipal Garden and Fortezza Castle.
