Afroditi

Hotels
9.9 (607 reviews)
Daskalogianni 5 & Arkadiou 136 , Rethymno Town , gr

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Fantastic location
Exceptional service
Cons:
Some quirks in older building

Categories

Cleanliness
9.84
Rooms are clean and spacious, with welcoming touches like fresh fruit.
Service
10
Exceptional service from the owner, who went above and beyond to assist guests.
Location
10
Fantastic location close to restaurants and shops, very convenient.
Room Quality
9.84
Beautiful and charming rooms with all necessary amenities.
Amenities
9.84
Well-equipped kitchen with all essentials provided.
Value for Money
9.84
Very good value; guests felt they received excellent service for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.84
Complimentary welcome items like wine and fresh fruit enhance the experience.
Overall Experience
10
Overall a fantastic stay; guests expressed strong desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 15:52

Property Description

Historic Building with Modern Amenities
Housed in a former French Embassy, Afroditi Hotel combines history with modern comfort, offering free WiFi and traditionally decorated rooms with fully equipped kitchens.

Breathtaking Views
Guests can enjoy stunning views of Rethymno Town and the sea from private balconies or verandas, creating a picturesque backdrop to their stay.

Prime Location
Conveniently located near the Venetian Harbour, the hotel is a short walk from the Folklore Museum and the Centre of Byzantine Art, making it an ideal choice for exploring the historic Old Town of Rethymno.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of history, comfort, and convenience at Afroditi Hotel!

Important information:

Please note that the private parking is located at the end of Arkadiou Street, by the sea, across from the port authorities. Also note that from May 1 to October 31 Arkadiou and Eleftheriou Venizelou streets are not car accessible.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 13 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 13 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 14 years old and over stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.9
Based on 607 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.84
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.84
Amenities: 9.84
Value for Money: 9.84
Food and Beverage: 9.84
Overall Experience: 10
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Anette couple se
5
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Eirini extended_group gr
10
Υπέροχη εμπειρία. Ομορφο, καθαρό δωμάτιο και πάρα πολλές δωρεάν παροχές
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Célia couple fr
10
Merveilleux séjour à Réthymnon, avec un accueil royal
Pros:

Séjour très agréable à Afroditi. Yannis est un hôte dévoué, qui fait tout pour rendre le séjour le plus agréable possible. Il est toujours à l’écoute et disponible pour nos questions. Nous avons été accueillis avec des petits présents, et d’excellentes recommandations nous ont été données. Merci Yannis !

Cons:

Absolument rien !

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
B
Benjamin couple fr
10
Je recommandes sans hesitation
Pros:

Le service est super

Cons:

Rien tout est parfait

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Armin couple de
10
Ein wunderbarer Urlaub auf Kreta im Hotel Afroditi in Rethymno.
Pros:

Mit Yannis hatten wir einen wunderbaren Gastgeber der uns bei der Ankunft gleich mit den Koffern vom Taxi abgeholt hat, uns Informationen und Unterlagen zu Rethymno und Umgebung gegeben hat (Sehenswürdigkeiten, Restaurants, Badestrand, Ausflugziele in der Nähe etc.) und uns auch in den nächsten Tagen immer wieder neu Auskünfte geben konnte und vieles für uns organisiert hat. Das Appartement war stattlich groß, hochwertig (das große Bett hatte eine einteilige gute Matratze), sauber und immer täglich gereinigt (neue Handtücher sooft man wollte). Es gab Wein-und Sektflaschen als Empfangsgeschenk im Zimmer sowie reichlich Obst und Mineralwasser das täglich nachgelegt wurde. Für den Strandgang bekamen wir Badetücher und Sonnenschirme. Trotz der Lage mitten in der Altstadt war es im Hotel sehr ruhig, das gilt sicher immer besonders für Appartements wie unseres das "nach hinten" heraus lag. Alles in allem war also das Afroditi und besonders mit Yannis als Gastgeber die bestmögliche Unterbringung für einen sehr schönen Urlaub in Rethymno auf Kreta.
(Yannis zahlreiche kleine Abschiedsgeschenke zu Land, Kultur und Kulinarik waren dann der Schlusspunkt dazu)

Cons:

Nichts

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Maria extended_group cy
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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NIKOLAOS couple gr
10
2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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Alacoque couple ie
10
2025-12-11 via Nuitee
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Peggy couple ca
10
Great property, great location - 10 out of 10 would stay again.
Pros:

We arrived late, in the dark, due to a late ferry. It was tricky finding parking and the hotel but when we did it was a great experience. The owner checked us in and gave us a ton of information. The room had absolutely everything you could want including a welcome bottle of wine and lovely fruit in the refrigerator. There was a tiny balcony. It was just a short walk to lots of restaurants and shops. We loved it here.

2025-12-04 via Nuitee
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Joerg solo_traveller de
9
Im Afroditi steht einer traumhaften Woche im schönen Rethymno nichts im Weg.
Pros:

Super Gastgeber, sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Frisches Obst im Kühlschrank zur Begrüßung. Toplage mitten in der Altstadt und dabei herrlich ruhig.

Cons:

Da fällt mir gar nichts ein,

2025-12-03 via Nuitee
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Victoria solo_traveller us
10
Wonderful stay in a beautiful town with the most caring possible host.
Pros:

I loved my stay in Rethymno. My lodgings at Afrodite were beautiful and charming, and I really appreciated the comfortable bed, kitchen amenities and washing machine. But the best thing about staying at Afrodite is Yannis, the exceptionally kind and caring owner. He arranged a wonderful taxi driver, Stelios, to pick me up at the airport, met the taxi a few blocks away and carried my bags to the hotel, and brought me juice, fruit and a bottle of wine when I checked in. Later, when I had a medical concern, he accompanied me to the hospital and stayed there until I was seen by the doctors. Yannis exemplifies the Cretan virtue of "filoxenia."

2025-11-30 via Nuitee
B
Black solo_traveller us
10
Impeccable Experience
Pros:

Outstanding knowledgable and helpful staff.

Cons:

Everything was top-quality

2025-11-03 via Nuitee
R
Romy family_with_children de
10
2025-11-01 via Nuitee
P
Paweł couple pl
10
2025-11-01 via Nuitee
C
colin couple ca
10
Outstanding Customer Service and Location !
Pros:

The host was very helpful in arranging parking and advice on local restaurants and historical sites in the area. The apartment was huge and had a nice outside porch to enjoy a glass of wine in the evening or a cup of coffee in the morning. Our apartment also had a nice peek-a-boo ocean view. The kitchen was fully loaded with lots of extra accoutrements. We needed nothing = The host has been in the business a long time and knows all about customer service and satisfaction ! Over-all an excellent stay !

Cons:

This is an almost 200 year old building which I believe was formally a Russian and then French Embassy. Being an old conversion from meeting rooms to apartments it definitely has its share of quirkiness. Not sure about the other rooms = but our bathroom was definitely overdue for a needed refresh/renovation.

2025-10-30 via Nuitee
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Kirsty family_with_children gb
10
Wonderful stay in a special place
Pros:

Amazing location, beautiful building and room. The owner and staff were so lovely, welcoming, helpful and made us feel like VIP guests. We'd love to come back and would stay here again.

Cons:

Nothing it was all good!

2025-10-29 via Nuitee
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Kapronczay Katalin Iorda family_with_children ro
10
Recomand aceasta cazare.
Pros:

Recomand aceasta cazare. Gazda este foarte primitoare. Ne-a oferit multe informaţii utile despre oras, despre locurile de vizitat si unde putem manca. Ne-a ajutat si cu parcarea. La sosire am fost intampinati cu un cadou din partea casei. Camerele curate, spatioase, balcon frumos. Multumesc!

2025-10-28 via Nuitee
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Mauro couple it
10
2025-10-24 via Nuitee
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Petri family_with_children fi
10
Loistava
Pros:

Sijainti oli hyvin lähellä vanhan kaupungin runsasta ravintola- ja palveluvalikoimaa.
Isäntä on aivan mahtava ja auttoi meitä pyytettömästi kaikissa tarpeistamme aivan ilmaiseksi.
Suosittelen lämpimästi ainakin lyhytaikaista majoittumista kohteessa.

2025-10-23 via Nuitee
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Izabella couple hu
10
Legkedvesebb szállásadó, akivel találkoztam
Pros:

Ennyire kedves szállásadóval még soha nem találkoztunk, a hűtő tele volt gyümölcsökkel, részletes eligazítást adott a látnivalókhoz, éttermeket ajánlott és a végén még rengeteg kis ajándékot is kaptunk.

Cons:

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2025-10-20 via Nuitee