This beachfront property welcomes travelers with its eco-friendly approach and infinity pool. Guests can lounge by the poolside bar or enjoy water activities like snorkeling and parasailing. The resort offers high-speed WiFi and on-site shopping for added convenience.
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Classic Family Room, Garden View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Garden view
33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
Free WiFi
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Mythica Bungalow Suite with Private Pool, Sea View
Sea view
125 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi
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Mythica Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa with Private Pool
Sea view
190 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi
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Classic Bungalow, Side Sea View
31 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Free WiFi
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Mythica Bungalow with Private Pool, Beachfront
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
58 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Free WiFi
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Mythica Two Bedroom Family Suite
88 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
Free WiFi
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Classic Room, Garden View
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi
Room
Sleeps 1
Free WiFi
BUNGALOW CLASSIC
Sleeps 9
Free WiFi
BUNGALOW CLASSIC SEA VIEW
Sleeps 9
Free WiFi
About the neighborhood
Located near the beach, Aquila Rithymna Beach is in Adelianos Kampos, a neighborhood in Rethymno. Platanes Beach and Blue Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rethimno Kart and Paleontological Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Rethymno travel guide
Adelianos Kampos, Rethymno, Crete Island, 74100
What's nearby
Rethymnon Venetian Port
11 min drive - 8.0 km
Platanes Beach
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Rethimno Kart
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Rethymnon Town Hall
10 min drive - 7.3 km
University of Crete
15 min drive - 10.7 km
Getting around
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)
70 min drive
Restaurants
Taverna Poppy
11 min walk
Finikas
2 min drive
Sky Park
2 min drive
Taverna "Calamies
8 min walk
Taverna Stratos
18 min walk
About this property
Aquila Rithymna Beach
Luxury family-friendly hotel by the sea
A free breakfast buffet, free water park access, and a poolside bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Aquila Rithymna Beach. Active travelers can enjoy snorkeling, parasailing, and water skiing at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage, a body wrap, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like boat tours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
4 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, along with pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Bike rentals, tennis courts, and an infinity pool
Supervised childcare (surcharge), a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 512 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
TVs with satellite channels
Electric kettles and daily housekeeping
All inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Aquila Rithymna Beach are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Land activities
Kids club
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.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
4 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Boat tours
Children's pool
Free children's club
Free water park
Full-service spa
Gym
Indoor pool
Infinity pool
Parasailing
Playground
Sauna
Shopping
Snorkeling
Tennis
Tennis lessons
Water skiing
Family friendly
4 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Free children's club
Free water park access
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Garden
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
6 treatment rooms
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Facials
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
4 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1972
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
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.
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to March 31:
Bar/Lounge
Beach
Business center
Children's club
Dining venue(s)
Fitness facilities
Laundry facilities
Meeting facilities
Parking area
Sauna
Spa
Swimming pool
Tennis courts
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
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 year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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 - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 hotel reserves the right to request either a valid physical or digital public identification document in order to verify the age of any person wishing to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
The water park is open from 10:30 AM-6 PM daily, except Tuesdays, through October 31, weather permitting.
Property Registration Number 1041Κ015A0113300
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Frequently asked questions
Does Aquila Rithymna Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 4 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. Pool types include infinity pools. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 1 to March 31.
How much does it cost to stay at Aquila Rithymna Beach?
As of 4 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquila Rithymna Beach on 3 September 2026 start from AED 1,357, excluding 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 Rithymna Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Aquila Rithymna Beach?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Aquila Rithymna Beach?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Aquila Rithymna Beach?
Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.
Where is Aquila Rithymna Beach located?
This family-friendly Rethymno hotel is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Platanes Beach and Rethimno Kart. Horse Park Rethymno and Blue Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Aquila Rithymna Beach Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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Excellent. We were a family of 3 and it ticked all of the boxes, aqua park, kids club, various pools (with very friendly lifegaurds), and beach, good selection of restaurants and a beach bar. Also a few Tavernas within walking distance and so you are not confined to the hotel.
We had a great stay. Children friendly place with lots of daily activities for children and adults. Shopping is within walking proximity. Friendly staff and great food.
The hotel was beautiful and staff very nice. Very clean! Beach was not great especially for kids. Very rocky and we couldn’t swim. Also, water park and pool were great but closed so early. Because the beach was not great we traveled to
Other beaches and wish we couldv’e come back to swim at hotel but the water park closed at 6pm and
Pool at 7pm. As great as everything else was, this really killed the hotel experience for us!
Although the resort was clean and amenities were great, the strong smell of bug poison was constantly present in the hallways. Further, while staff was polite, they don't make you feel very welcome.main restourant manager was quite rude and reception desk clerks are cold and unwelcoming.overall I would not recommend because of customer service.
IRYNA
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Alexis
7 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall very good hotel and worth to stay there.
The staff is super super polite with a nice smile everywhere, from top to bottom.
The beach is nice, open to the north winds.
Food is acceptable standard hotel buffet with variety of foods (although no Cretan foods or delicacies at the part of the buffer we were using).
There are two sections building-wise, a renovated section and an old section. The sea-view bungalow we had this time was at the old section, 80s style, and definitely not worth 230-250 euros/night, with sea-view obstructed a lot by the front line bungalows.
In the past we stayed at a cheaper, standard sea-view renovated room, main building section, which was better value for money than the more expensive bungalow(s).
Peaceful and gorgeous nature at its best. This was was my first time in Greece and this property will have me coming back for years. The property and beach are gorgeous. Everything is well maintained. The bubgalow room was spacious for two people. We didnt do the all inclusive but ate on the property a few times. Breakfast wasnt good but the Taverna had good and reasonably priced options. Kostas at the front desk was Amazing. He helped arrange rides, offered great suggestions and was super accommodating. I felt he wanted us to have a good trip. Loved the location . Walkable area with great food options and shops, super close to town and there is a bus stop right out front. You could stay on the property and have a great vacation or go out and explore. I can't wait to come back!
We recently stayed at this hotel with our kids and appreciated how family-friendly it is. There are several shallow pools, which are great for young children, making it a fun place for families. However, our room was disappointing—it wasn’t new and had a noticeable smell of mold. The hotel offered to move us to another room, but it would have been a downgrade, and unfortunately, the musty smell was still present, even though the staff didn’t agree with our concern. In the end, we decided to stay in our original room. Other than that issue, it’s generally a good hotel, especially for families with kids, but the room situation was a bit of a letdown.
The hotel is beautiful, public spaces are not modern but very well kept, outdoor areas are beautiful with plenty of open space for the kids to run around. We had 2 classic double rooms and one 2BR Mythika suite, the classic rooms were OK, decent size, in good condition but could use some refreshing. The Mythika suite was amazing, spacious, renovated, cleaned a few times through the day and included tasty goodies (fruits, wine, etc). Mythika guests receive private beach seating, benefits at restaurants (which we didn't use as are our party were not entitled) and free late check-out up to 6PM! (which was fantastic as our flight was late). Beach and pools are very cozy, there's a shortage of sunbeds in the big pool but we managed.
Parts we liked less: The water park, it's in all the hotel pictures on Expedia, and the hotel's FB an IG pages advertised the new park set to open in the beginning of the season. Unfortunately the park wasn't ready, it's set to open soon and we weren't offered an alternative. Other points: Hotel has lots of stairs, there are some elevators but they are small and slow. AC in the rooms works only in the afternoons, problematic in hot days and during the night (hotel could only offer a rattily noisy fan as a solution). Apart from the beautiful kids club we found the animation schedule a bit lacking. And finally, some of the staff are not as friendly as you'd expect for a 5* resort, we found ourselves having to "nudge" some of them into helping at times.
I stayed here for a week and I would rate it as the worst resort I have ever stayed in. Beach was bad , ocean too rough, and only one beach bar for entire beach and it was bad service.
We were lucky enough to have booked a Mythica bungalow, and I couldn't recommend it enough. The private pool was cold but having the extra bit of privacy and somewhere quiet to relax with a perfect view of the beach and sea was wonderful. Being able to eat at the Eleftherna restaurant as many times as we wanted to due the plan we were on was fantastic and the highlight, with George and Syllas always looking after us! The spa and indoor pool were lovely, but when there were a couple days of rain it was full of children which disturbed the atmosphere. Also the indoor pool allegedly opens at 10am yet all the poolside loungers had gone by 9.55, I'm not sure why people were allowed to reserve like that. The outside at our bungalow would have been fine to sit at but there wasn't a solid roof covering, so everything was soaking which was a shame. Umbrellas or ponchos in the rooms would be a good idea, and just charge if they go missing like they do with the beach towels. All in all though it was fantastic, Maria was amazing and very helpful. We'd definitely like to return, but I did enjoy the quiet of the pre season and probably would prefer it to the busy period from mid May onwards! Just with more to do without noisy children around during the rainy days!
This hotel has nothing to do with 5 stars hotel it is very very old the rooms are very tight the twin bed is actually a single bed the area is not classy the beach is rocky and not safe to swim the rooms are not clean and full of ants not worth any penny
The property was extremely old. It needs a renovation badly. The mosquitos were awful in our room even with the zapper plugged in all day. The shower curtain and room curtain both smelled moldy. The pool deck was very slippery and I fear for the older and younger population. The food was more than SUB par, the only thing I could rate well was the dessert. I lost weight coming on this vacation. The halfboard option does not include any drinks so be prepared to spend money even for water.
Insgesamt ein schönes Hotel. Allerdings war die Liegensituation katastrophal. Wir haben erst am 4. Tag Liegen am Pool bekommen. Zudem gab es sehr lange Warteschlangen im Hauptrestaurant. Das Hotel sollte weniger Hotelgäste aufnehmen.
Iso alue, paljon altaita, hieno vesipuisto, vaikka pienille lapsille siellä vähän mahdollisuuksia. Ruoka ja juoma hyvää ja tarjonta monipuolista.
Juhani
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Tina Elida
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fantastisk sted å være med barn. Vennlig personale, men de som jobbet i resepsjonen kunne vært litt blidere. Hotellet og dets fasiliteter var veldig bra, men famillierommet tilsvarer ikke 5 stjerner, inventar var slitt og det var lite knagger og hyller å legge ting på.