Welcome to Fortezza Hotel – Rethymno (Crete)

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About the Hotel

16 Melissinou Str., Rethymno (Crete), Greece, 74100

Location

Fortezza Hotel is situated just 100 meters from the old port of Rethymno, providing easy access to historical attractions such as the Fortezza Castle and the Rimondi Fountain. The longest sandy beach in Rethymno is only 300 meters away, offering opportunities for relaxation by the sea. The central placement on Crete allows for simple traveling to the island's natural sights.

Rooms

The hotel offers 50 rooms including 3 suites, designed with dark-wood furnishings and wallpapers for a traditional aesthetic. Each room has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and modern bathrooms, ensuring comfort for guests. Families can choose from options like the Family Room, featuring two bedrooms and bathrooms, ideal for larger groups.

Dining

Breakfast is served daily as an American buffet from 07:30 to 10:30, featuring both international and local specialties. Guests can request picnic boxes for their day trips, enhancing convenience. A bar beside the pool operates from 11:00 to 23:00, offering various snacks and beverages.

Amenities

Fortezza Hotel includes a swimming pool surrounded by gardens, providing a refreshing retreat for guests. Free public parking is available just 250 meters from the hotel, along with paid guarded parking nearby. The hotel also offers early breakfast service and tablet or laptop rentals for added convenience.

Activities

Located close to numerous restaurants and shops, the hotel invites guests to explore local culture and cuisine. Weekly markets near the harbor feature a variety of local goods, while the old town comes to life during evenings with vibrant social scenes. Nearby archaeological sites complement the exploration of the area.

Highlights

Location: 100 meters from the old port

Rooms: 50 rooms including 3 suites

Dining: American buffet breakfast serving local specialties

Amenities: Swimming pool surrounded by gardens

Parking: Free public parking 250 meters away

Activities: Weekly markets near the harbor

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Family Room
2 persons
45 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
Triple Room
2 persons
28 m² 
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room
2 persons
22 m² 
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Balcony
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2 persons
22 m² 
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Air conditioning
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Rethymno (Crete)500 m
Airports
Souda (CHQ) 67.3 km
Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) 85.3 km

Facilities

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General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Barber shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Children

  • Cots
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

16 Melissinou Str., Rethymno (Crete), Greece, 74100
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16 Melissinou Str., Rethymno (Crete), Greece, 74100
Nearby
Parking area
Fortezza of Rethymno
380 m
Rethymnon
Rethymnon Old Town
380 m
Fountain
Rimondi Fountain
380 m
Museum
Archaeological Museum of Rethymno
380 m
Park
Municipal Garden
380 m
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art of Crete
60 m
Antistaseos ke Dimakopoulou
Guora Gate
380 m
Museum
Historical and Folk Art Museum of Rethymnon
160 m
Museum
Centre of Byzantine Art
380 m
6 Chimaras
Artifacts by Omodamos
50 m
Tra Ethniki Antistaseos E Vernaridou
Neratze Mosque and Minaret
290 m
Church
Church Of Four Martyrs
440 m
Tra Via Arkadiou E Paleologou
Loggia Veneziana
400 m
32 Tzane Bouniali
Cloclo's Art Handmade Creations
340 m
Square
Mikrasiaton Square
290 m
Ραδαμάνθυος 17
Avli
50 m
Night club
Ice Club
70 m
Mosque
Neratze Mosque
170 m
Messologiou & Salaminos
Saint Anthony of Padua
90 m
Thessalonikis ke Foka
Church of Our Lady of the Angels
130 m
Leof. Emmanouil Kefalogianni 16
Rethimon Hafen
300 m
Leof. Emmanouil Kefalogianni 27
Mosque of Sultan Ibrahim A' مسجد
310 m
Lighthouse
Lighthouse
360 m
Platia Tessaron Martiron
420 m
Museum
Ekklisiastiko Mousio
420 m
Restaurants
La Piazza Pizzeria
110 m
12 Messologiou Old Town
Mojo Burgers
210 m
38 Damvergi
Yog-inn
170 m
Titou Petichaki 3
Bar B.Q. Mamalakis
160 m
6 Salaminos
Mona Lisa-Skartsilakis
200 m
36 Paleologou Konstantinou Old Town
Chillbox Frozen Yogurt & Juicy Spoons
190 m
Kostantinou Palaiologou 42
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