Mediterranean wellness awaits at this beachfront hotel where travelers enjoy yoga classes, massages and plenty of sunshine for a truly rejuvenating coastal escape
Aquila Porto Rethymno is a seaside, eco-certified retreat with yoga sessions, sun loungers, and a sauna. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, choose between two restaurants for dinner, or visit the café. The attentive staff is ready to assist with any requests.
Located in Rethymno, Aquila Porto Rethymno is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Town Beach and St. Anthony Gorge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Paleontological Museum and Rethimno Kart. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Rethymno travel guide
Sikelianou & Venizelou 52A, Rethymno, Crete Island, 74100
What's nearby
Rethymnon Venetian Port
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Town Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Rethymnon Town Hall
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Rethymnon Cathedral
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Rimondi Fountain
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
76 min drive
Restaurants
Yellow
6 min walk
Barrio The Neighbourhood Cafe - Kallithea
2 min walk
Takis Place - The House of Beer
2 min walk
Dome
2 min walk
Moka
4 min walk
About this property
Aquila Porto Rethymno
Luxury family-friendly hotel by the sea
Consider a stay at Aquila Porto Rethymno and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, an airport shuttle and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with sunloungers and beach yoga. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Yoga classes are offered at the health club; the property also has shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge) and coffee/tea in reception
Beach umbrellas, a lift and concierge services
Room features
All 200 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Free toiletries and hairdryers
42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and electric kettles
All-inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Aquila Porto Rethymno are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Travelife – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Piazza di Porto
Things to do
Beach yoga
Bicycle rentals
Health club
Indoor pool
Library
Outdoor pool
Personal motorised watercraft
Sauna
Scooter/moped rentals
Shopping
Steam room
Stereo
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
DVD player
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
1,615 square feet of conference space
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Direct access to the beach
On the waterfront
Pool loungers
Terrace
Spa
In-room massages
Treatment room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift (67 centimetre wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
6 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1990
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
DVD player
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The children's club is available June-September from 10 AM to noon and 4-6 PM.
Property Registration Number 1041Κ010A0105300
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Aquila Porto
Aquila Porto Rethymno
Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel
Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel Rethimnon
Aquila Porto Rethymno Rethimnon
Porto Aquila Rethymno
Aquila Porto Hotel
Aquila Porto Rethymno Rethymnon
Porto Rethymnon
Hotel Aquila Porto Rethymno
Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel Rethymnon, Crete
Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel
Aquila Porto Rethymno Rethymno
Frequently asked questions
Does Aquila Porto Rethymno have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Aquila Porto Rethymno?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquila Porto Rethymno on 28 Mar 2026 start from €100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Aquila Porto Rethymno pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Aquila Porto Rethymno?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Aquila Porto Rethymno?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Aquila Porto Rethymno provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Aquila Porto Rethymno?
Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.
Where is Aquila Porto Rethymno located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Rethymno hotel is in the entertainment district, steps away from Town Beach and Blue Beach. Rethymno Marina and Port of Rethymnon are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Aquila Porto Rethymno Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Fantastic service inckluding free sun beds at the beach plus beach service, lovely view from the hotel room, great staff, clean and spacious room - we'll be back! :-)
Excellent place. Great location, walking convenience to everything needed for the nice vacation. Beach, water activities like paragliding and jetski, dining, bars, tours, old town, shopping, etc. The hotel itself is well maintained, great service and useful amenities at the hotel itself, like pools, deck, spa, dining and cafe. Will consider staying there again.
We were very satisfied with the hotel. We also received an upgrade to the Penthouse, which was very good. In addition we had another room on the top floor directly to the beach. The hotel provided lots of complementary drinks, fruit and sweets in both rooms.
Only negative was two of the staff in the breakfast room. They looked like they had very bad days at work, not friendly service at all.
Location and facilities were great although quite noisy at times. Staff were all lovely and willing to help in any way they could. Staff came to the beach a few days giving watermelon and drinks to everyone that wanted it which was a nice touch. Rooms were good but not 5 star with broken tiles and room cleaning was erratic ( some items replaced some days and not others)
This trip was planned in a hurry and we chose this Hotel by random. A lucky hit. Everything was perfect. Location, food, cleanliness, welcoming staff and the amazing breakfast. Recomended!
Had a great stay here! I have stayed here before and probably will again. The breakfast is exceptionally good and all else is great but two minor inconveniences: the gym could be open maybe an hour or two more (today it closes at 6 pm) and there aren't that many sunbeds at the hotel main pool (but I mostly used the beach anyways which is right outside of the hotel) and the
Really enjoyed our stay here, the hotel and room was immaculate condition. Shame the pool was a bit too cold at end of October but made use of the warm indoor pool and jacuzzi. Breakfast had a great choice and staff could not have been more friendly. Highly recommend.
Only downfall was our room was supposed to be full sea view but more like partial sea view from first floor as part of hotel building blocked the majority of the sea view from our balcony.
Overall aan excellent stay. Quite impeccable. Two things however for a 5-star hotel, there should be parking facilities options. We are left own our own. Options could include an underground garage, possibly off valet parking (with a fee) or at the very least, clear indications with maps of the locations of paid parking lots. Second thing, again a 5-star hotel should have either freshly squeezed orange juice or at least pitchers of none-concentrated OJ. Certainly not pale OJ from a fountain dispenser.
Vue spectaculaire, personnel très agréable et toujours prêt à aider avec des informations et excellentes suggestions. Service très efficace. Le grand problème est pas de stationnement pour la voiture, très très difficile à trouver un parking.
Hotel con gran servicio.
Mobiliario un poco viejo pero personal increible.
Obtuvimos upgrade y cortesia de vino y bcklava en la habitacion.
Las sombrillas de la playa al ser traslucidas no dan buena sombra
De accomodatie is gelegen vlak bij het oude centrum van Rethymnon en de haven. Wij hadden een zeer goede kamer (zijdelings zeezicht). Er is een groot strand met parasols en drankbedeling tegenover het hotel. Service en eten zijn zeer goed. Zeer vriendelijk personeel.
Enige nadeel is de transfer in gedeelde shuttle (lees tourbus) van Danaos Travel. Als je boekt, zie je een taxi voor 7 personen, maar in werkelijkheid is dit steeds een tourbus voor 50 pers. die zo dikwijls stopt dat je over de afstand van 78km, 3uren p de bus zit. Er is natuurlijk de optie van een taxi, maar dat kost dan 3x zoveel.
Bel hotel. Tres bien placé, en face de la plage et environ 15 minutes de la vieille ville, proche de commerces, restaurants. Le personnel est tres sympathique, souriant, disponible, professionnel a tous les niveaux (plage,restaurants, bar,réception,... supers équipes). Hotel bien entretenu. Tres bonnes prestations aux restaurants (repas variés , beaucoup de choix!).
En septembre, beaucoup de places piscines et plage
Seul petit bémol: le ménage dans la chambre est trop rapidement "expédié" (en 2 semaines certaines lacunes: toilettes, sols, balcon..).
Un tres bon séjour a renouveler!
NATHALIE
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Annie
18 Sept 2024
Vi hadde et fint opphold. Men alt gikk veldig tregt i bar/lunsjområdet.
Ett riktigt bra läge precis vid stranden och ca 15 min till gamla stan som som är vackert med sina gränder som aldrig tar slut. Dem har 2 st poolområden ute 1 inne men solstolar är det tyvärr lite för få av men det finns stolar och egna strandstolar om man gillar havet. Frukosten var otroligt bra med mycket variation. Kändes lite slitet så 4+ stjärnor för min del. Kommer gärna tillbaka.
Wie waren im allgemeinen zufrieden mit dem Hotel.
Positiv fanden wir vor allem die Lage in Rethymno. Zu Fuß war die Stadtmitte schnell zu erreichen, wo es zahlreiche Geschäfte, Restaurants und auch Bars mit guter(lauter)Musik gab.
Ebenso waren die Mitarbeiter und Mitarbeiterinnen immer sehr freundlich und haben sich gut um einen gekümmert. Das Hotel war sauber und das Zimmer wird auch regelmäßig gereinigt, wenn man das so möchte. Aktivitäten gab es auch einige, allerdings waren diese eher minimal. Wer hier ein Hotel mit vollem Programm sucht, wo die Animation viele verschiedene Dinge anbietet und sehr aktiv im Animieren ist, ist hier eher nicht richtig. Wir haben das aber nicht gebraucht, weshalb wir es ganz angenehm fanden, dass man einfach wenn man Lust hat selbst zu den Aktivitäten gehen kann.Es wurden Pilates, Step, Yoga, Stretching, aber auch Boccia angeboten.Die Pools sind eher relativ klein und deshalb relativ schnell voll, wenn man nicht rechtzeitig zu den Liegen geht. Das hat uns aber auch nicht weiter gestört, denn wir wollten eher an den Strand. Der Strand ist durch die gut befahrene Hauptstraße abgetrennt, die man überqueren muss, um zu dem Hoteleigenen Abschnitt mit Liegen und Schirmen zu gelangen. Das hat uns aber tatsächlich auch nicht unbedingt gestört, da der Strand ganz schön war. Essen fanden wir auch gut. Es war in der Regel abwechslungsreich. Abends gab es auch Musikprogramme, die auch schön waren. Es gibt einen kleinen Fitnessbereich und einen Spa.
Super god placering af hotellet - god underholdning af Elina på stranden med bue og pil - der er ikke nok solvogne ved poolen - meget venligt personale - fint strand areal - virkelig gode og søde rengøringpersonale - et hotel jeg godt vil anbefale