Grecotel Plaza Beach House

Hotels
Grecotel Hotels & Resorts Group
7.8 (23 reviews)
60, A. Velouchioti st, Rethymno, Crete Island, 74100 , Rethymno , GR

Children allowed

Facilities

Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Arcade/game room
Comprehensive recycling policy
Health club
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing staff
Great service
Cons:
Noise issues
Room quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.03
Issues mentioned regarding the dirty conditions of rooms and safety concerns.
Service
9.5
The staff were described as amazing, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
7.54
Noisy surroundings and issues with the first room's location, but the hotel is in a fantastic area.
Room Quality
4.99
Rooms were not in acceptable condition, with reports of damage and cleanliness issues.
Amenities
8.02
Lacked adequate pool facilities for teenagers, which was a significant downside.
Value for Money
8.48
Considering the issues faced during the stay, value for money could be considered average.
Food and Beverage
9.03
Not explicitly mentioned, assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.8
Mixed feelings due to excellent service but significant issues with rooms and cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 16:15

Property Description

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at Grecotel Plaza Beach House in Rethymno, where the beauty of the coast meets unparalleled luxury.

Spa and Wellness
Indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments, from soothing massages to revitalizing facials that cater to your every need, ensuring a serene escape from daily stress.

Recreational Delights
Our health club, indoor pool, and sauna provide ample opportunities for relaxation and recreation, while an arcade/game room offers fun for guests of all ages.

Taste Sensations
Savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurant or relax with snacks from the café. Room service is available to satisfy your cravings without leaving your comfort.

Don't miss out on this hidden gem; secure your unforgettable stay today!

Important information:

  • 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.
  • The seasonal pool will be open from April to November.
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the aparthotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CHQ

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    No pets

  • Smoking

    No smoking

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 23 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.03
Service: 9.5
Location: 7.54
Room Quality: 4.99
Amenities: 8.02
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 9.03
Overall Experience: 8.8
C
Chanelle friends
10
Pros:

The Staff at this resort are amazing. Very helpful and friendly and accomadating. They speak really good english. Service was amazing

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
H
Halima
2
Pros:

Subject: Request for Compensation – Stay at Grecotel Plaza Beach House

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing regarding our recent stay at the Grecotel Plaza Beach House in Rethymnon, from 6-11 august, during which we booked a “Petit Loft Maisonette” for 5 nights.

Unfortunately, the experience fell far short of the standards expected from an establishment of your reputation. Below is a summary of the main issues we encountered:
• First room: extremely noisy, located on a very busy street. It was impossible to sleep before 2 a.m., and we were woken up at 8:30 a.m. by honking buses — partly due to a trash bin left in the road by hotel staff.
• Room change request: I was initially told that no other rooms were available. However, after insisting, an alternative was suddenly found — proving that this claim was false.
• Second room: in unacceptable condition:
• View of an abandoned building and a parking lot
• Suspicious stains resembling vomit on and in front of the door. Only the floor was cleaned after I requested it; the door remained dirty.
• Severely damaged mattress, with visible mold and burn marks (photos available). This raises serious concerns about whether there had been a recent attempt to treat a bedbug infestation.
• Broken patio door in the children’s room, which did not lock and opened directly onto the parking lot — a significant safety risk.
• Meeting with the manager: I was told again that there were absolutely no other rooms available for 2 more nights.

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth
8
Lækkert hotel, manglende pool til teenagere.
Pros:

Lækkert hotel og fantastisk beliggenhed. Dog mangler de en pool fra unge mellem 6-18 år, da de unge ikke må benytte den lækre pool. Den pool de kan benytte er en pool, hvor de små børn på ca 4 -6 år bader og der er skrig og skrål. Det varmet kæmpe minus for vores 3 teenager børn.

2025-07-24 via Nuitee
K
Katherine
8
Pros:

Lovely hotel, great staff, so close to the beach, good breakfast - thank you for a wonderful stay

2024-10-03 via Nuitee
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Nikolaos family_with_children
8
Pros:

Insgesamt eine schöne und ruhige Hotelanlage. Die Kinder konnten die Anlage alleine erkunden. Tolles Frühstücks-Buffet mit regionalen Produkten und super Service.

2024-08-11 via Nuitee
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Philippe
10
Pros:

Hôtel très sympathique proche de Rethymno mais situé dans la zone calme du bord de mer
Personnel au petit soin
Petit déjeuner buffet très bon le repas du soir moyen en revanche

2024-08-11 via Nuitee
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Michael
10
Top Hotel, jederzeit wieder
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt ca 40 min zu Fuß von der Stadt entfernt, aber direkt über die Straße ist der sehr gepflegte Sandstrand.
Das Hotel besticht durch eine sehr schöne Ausstattung, Pools und extrem freundliches Personal. Ebenfalls ist das Frühstück außergewöhnlich und lässt keine Wünsche offen.
Das Zimmer war über 2 Stockwerke mit kleinem Gästebad und einfachen Betten unten.
Oben wunderschönes Bad und komfortables Doppelbett.
Zimmer war bei Erstbezug nicht ganz perfekt geputzt( haare unter Decke, große Kaffeflecken rund um Mikrowelle..), aber die Zimmerreinigung während des Aufenthaltes top.

2023-11-03 via Nuitee
N
Nick family
10
Pros:

The Staff was very friendly and very welcoming. Rooms are also a nice size. The breakfast buffet also has a great spread every morning!

2023-07-20 via Nuitee
T
Torbjørn
10
Fin ferietur
Pros:

Fantastisk fint hotell med flott beliggenhet. Elsket at stranden var rett utfor døren. Eneste minuset var trafikkert vei veldig nærme. Topp betjening. Deilig frukost

2022-09-25 via Nuitee
F
Fabrizio family
6
Pros:

Foto del sito non completamente realistiche (sia per la location sia per le stanze). Il personale di sala era molto cordiale e gentile. Colazione ottima. Purtroppo l’albergo è separato dalla spiaggia da una via trafficata. Le piscine sono piccole e non valide per nuotarci. La nostra camera (per 4 persone), aveva doccia con tenda doccia da cui fuoriusciva l’acqua direttamente sul pavimento, che quindi era sempre bagnato con anche tappetini tutti bagnati. Luci al neon in ambedue le camere da letto. Nessuna luce per leggere nella seconda camera con letto a castello. Parcheggio quasi impossibile per strada e l’albergo non ha un parcheggio. Note positive: personale di sala gentilissimo. Spiaggia con ombrelloni e teli a disposizione, con servizio drinks e pasti portati direttamente all’ombrellone da personale attento e veloce.

2022-08-10 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler partner
4
Pros:

Not deserve the brand of Grecotel
No privacy between each room
Threadbare room conditions
Staff generally friendly
But some nervous because of complaints by guests
Everything being management's fault
Not worthy of over 200€ per night
Don't come
No parking space

2019-09-02 via Nuitee
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Peter
8
Uacceptabel sovesofa - ellers udemærket
Pros:

Ekstra sengen (sovesofa) var ekstremt ringe !
Dobbelt sengen var skøn !
Der var en verden til forskel i mellem de 2 senge

Skøn hav udsigt

2019-08-06 via Nuitee
K
K partner
6
Pros:

Family hotel, located across from the beach, good breakfast. Property grounds are ok, rather small pool, rooms are clean, but slightly outdated. Very family oriented.

2019-07-07 via Nuitee
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Nina
10
Rekommenderas!
Pros:

Trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Tipsade om fina ställen att åka till. Bra frukost! Lugn och skön atmosfär. Ett plus att solstolar ingår även på stranden. Det enda negativa var att det var en bit till Gamla stan.

2019-06-19 via Nuitee
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Rado partner
10
Pros:

Tte es exelant....gentillesse.....souriants....professionnels...
Extraordinaire.....propreté....sécurité..... Établissement
En croyable très simpa.......extra calme.... Bien placée ..
personnelle chaleureux....attachant..... Inoubliable.....
....etc...etc..... Semplement ça il feau voir et faire l'expérience. Ça donne envie de revenir tout le temps

2019-06-13 via Nuitee
B
Boris
10
Pros:

Génial, seul bémol le stationnement...

2018-09-28 via Nuitee
M
Marc
10
Good Value for Money.
Pros:

We received an upgrade upon arrival, sea view and sea sounds,
Very nice and polite staff, in front of a nice beach.
Rhetymnon center 3km, but nice walk next to the sea
The rooms need an update, however for the budget very good.
Breakfast was good.

2018-06-07 via Nuitee
C
Camilla
8
Pros:

Bra läge nära strand och stadskärnan

2017-07-24 via Nuitee
A
Anna
8
Mysigt hotell
Pros:

Byggt som en grekisk by, väldigt mysigt på kvällen. Bra tillgång till pool och strand. Strandstolar och handdukar ingår.

2017-07-05 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Hôtel idéal pour se détendre !
Pros:

Trés joli hôtel au bord de la mer. Les chambres sont grandes et bien équipé. Le petit déjeuner est sublime et le staff est trés sympa.

2015-10-14 via Nuitee