Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness
Subpar breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
8.01
Some reviews mention cleanliness issues and poor maintenance.
Service
9.48
Consistently praised as friendly and helpful by multiple reviews.
Location
9.52
Multiple reviews highlight excellent location close to attractions.
Room Quality
8.47
Mixed sentiments, with some rooms being comfortable and others noted as small.
Amenities
8.5
Basic amenities are mentioned; some issues with the pool area.
Value for Money
8.46
Generally considered fair given the mixed feedback.
Food and Beverage
8.01
Some negative feedback regarding breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall, guests had a positive experience despite a few negative aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:31

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Jo-An Palace, nestled in the heart of Rethymnon, offers 70 elegantly decorated rooms and suites equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay with a touch of luxury.

Gastronomic Delights
Indulge in fine cuisine at the "Main Street 1978 Café-Bar", where you can savor delectable meals and beverages throughout the day. Don't miss the chance to unwind on the terrace with a cocktail and soak in the tranquil ambiance.

Rooftop Oasis
Experience unparalleled views of the city from the rooftop pool (seasonal: April to October) and bask in the sun with a refreshing drink in hand. The attentive staff, available 24/7, ensures a seamless and memorable stay.

Book your stay at Jo-An Palace now to enjoy a perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and hospitality.

Important information:

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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 169 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.01
Service: 9.48
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 9.18
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georgis306 Couples
10
Amazing hotel in a good location!
Pros:

Everyone was very kind and helpful , but Olga was the best!Big thanks to all the staff!!!We will definitively come back ;)

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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Freya couple gb
9
Pros:

Lovely hotel, very central to everything for a very good price. They welcomed us with a lovely bottle of wine and fresh fruit for our anniversary which really made our stay! Thank you

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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compaore couple nl
9
heel goed netjes en leuk
Pros:

personeel aardig en goed
kamer ook goed

Cons:

mocht meer eten bij het ontbijt

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
8
824hm Couples Sollentuna
8
Near old town!
Pros:

Nice room but small.
The reception people had excellent servicealso the bar. The cleaning was not so good.
Small terrass with pool, not room for everyone. Beakfast okey. We did not try the evening food but it was included in our room.
The best that it was so near the old town!

2026-07-16 via Tripadvisor
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Olivia couple gb
7
A central boutique hotel with lots of nearby amenities
Pros:

I liked the location, staff and modernised rooms

Cons:

Some of the rooms have not yet been modernised causing our group to move from room to room but the staff were very accommodating

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Elina ps solo_traveller gr
10
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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BoroboyonTour Couples Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England
8
Nice stay
Pros:

Lovely city hotel
Nice pool on roof
Food ok
Breakfast ok but dinner very nice indeed
Nice walk to old town 800 yds away
Beach 12 mins away

Worth staying here

2026-07-09 via Tripadvisor
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Franco couple es
8
Pros:

location, reception area

Cons:

poor quality fixtures and fitting, looks nice from a distance but not upto standard for the price.

AC no remote, very basic TV

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
4
484katris Family
10
Excellent Hotel and Outstanding Service
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The hotel itself is beautiful, the staff are always friendly, welcoming, and cheerful, and the food was absolutely delicious.

On our last day, we unfortunately had a small accident – our child accidentally damaged some bathroom equipment. We were charged €100 for the damage, which we completely understood. However, a few weeks later, the hotel contacted us to let us know that the actual repair cost was lower and they refunded the remaining amount.

This level of honesty and customer care is truly exceptional and shows how much this hotel values its guests. We highly appreciate their professionalism and integrity.

Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable. We would be happy to return and highly recommend this hotel to others! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
8
869maddyb Couples
2
Nice hotel, rude staff
Pros:

I regret having to write this review, as the majority of my stay was wonderful. The hotel was modern, clean and well maintained, the facilities were good, and the location was ideal—quiet enough to relax, yet only a five-minute walk from the Old Town.

Unfortunately, my overall experience was completely overshadowed by the way I was treated after some of my personal belongings went missing from my room.

I had a small bag containing souvenirs and jewellery worth over £100, which had been sitting on the desk/shelf for most of my stay. On the final night, I noticed it had disappeared. I genuinely believe this was an honest mistake rather than theft, as I had items of much greater value in the room that were not touched. My assumption was that the cleaner had accidentally mistaken the bag for rubbish, despite it being nowhere near the bin, while actual rubbish beside it had been left behind.

When I first reported this to reception, the receptionist was kind, sympathetic and as helpful as she could be. She explained that the bins had already been collected, meaning it was unlikely the bag could be recovered, and suggested speaking to the manager the following morning.

The following morning, my partner spoke with the manager, whose response was incredibly dismissive. Rather than showing any concern or attempting to investigate, he implied the situation was our fault and simply advised us to contact the police before abruptly ending the conversation.

When we returned to check out, another receptionist apologised initially but then began questioning us in a way that felt accusatory, implying we had fabricated the situation. I made it clear that I wasn't expecting compensation—I simply wanted someone to acknowledge that a mistake had likely been made and offer an apology.

The manager approached and was extremely condescending. As I tried to express my emotion, I was told to calm down. Despite me being the person who had reported the issue, he repeatedly directed his responses to my male partner rather than me, refusing to engage with me directly. Throughout the interaction, I felt spoken down to, blamed and treated as though I was being dishonest.

Losing my belongings was disappointing, but mistakes happen. What ultimately ruined my stay was not the missing items, it was the complete lack of empathy, accountability and professionalism shown afterwards. Had the staff handled the situation with understanding and respect, I would likely still have left with a positive impression of the hotel. Instead, I left feeling upset, dismissed and unfairly accused.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
C
Carmen couple de
9
Und hat das Hotel sehr gut gefallen, das Personal war sehr freundlich
Pros:

Die Lage hat uns sehr gut gefallen, da die wunderschöne Altstadt sehr nah war und ebenfalls die Bushaltestelle, von der man Ausflüge in die nähere Umgebung unternehmen konnte.
Busse an den langen Sandstrand fuhren sehr oft.
Das Personal war sehr freundlich. Ein besonderes Dankeschön an das Reinigungspersonal😊

Cons:

Das Frühstück hat uns nicht so gut gefallen, es gab z.B. kein heimisches Obst, z.B. Melonen, obwohl es diese sogar sehr günstig (Kilopreis €1) auf dem Wochenmarkt zu kaufen gibt. Die Spiegeleier schwammen im Wasser in einem Warmhaltebehälter.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Corentin SUIGNARD solo_traveller fr
7
Bon rapport qualité-prix pour cet hôtel bien placé et refait avec goût
Pros:

Un bel hôtel, bien placé et doté d'une belle décoration de qualité.
Le personnel est très sympathique et le rooftop avec la piscine est vraiment très agréable.
La taille de la chambre est convenable.
La restauration était très correcte dans son ensemble.
J'apporte une mention spéciale à Afina qui gère le restaurant et qui est vraiment adorable ! Bravo à elle pour sa gentillesse et son professionnalisme.

Cons:

La salle d'eau était malheureusement trop petite et très mal aménagée bien qu'elle ait été faite avec goût. C'était compliqué de prendre sa douche, en faisant attention de ne pas arroser toute la salle d'eau.
L'insonorisation était vraiment moyenne mais aucun bruit la nuit.
La vue sur le mur depuis le balcon de la chambre n'était vraiment pas terrible alors qu'ils pourraient faire quelque chose de mieux à avec des végétaux.
Il y avait un vrai manque de place pour ranger se affaires, pas de porte bagage. Le bureau était egalement trop petit.
Les desserts au restaurant n'étaient pas bons.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Liudmila solo_traveller pl
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Cristina Mihaela couple ro
8
Per total, sejurul a fost foarte reușit. Mulțumesc pentru ospitalitate! Ne-a surprins plăcut faptul ca ne-au oferit cina
Pros:

Locația excelentă, foarte aproape de centrul vechi, maxim 10 min de mers pe jos. De asemenea, ușor de ajuns la plaja urbană. Organizare bună pentru servirea meselor, cu un meniu variat și cafea excelentă de la bar (contracost ce-i drept). Piscina îngrijită, perfectă pentru relaxare.

Cons:

Lipsa locurilor de parcare, dar cu răbdare se găsesc locuri în apropiere.
Internetul mai slabut.
Canale TV limitate.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Oksana solo_traveller il
7
Pros:

Чистый, комфортный номер. Уютный отель, отзывчивый персонал.

Cons:

На наш взгляд, отсутствие кулера с обычной водой за ужином и в принципе в отеле, не является нормальным. Понятно, что это заработок отеля, но это не правильно.
Завтраки были вполне нормальными, но ужины были ужасны. Мы абсолютно не капризные гости, но так портить продукты, это надо ещё постараться! Отелю пора задуматься о смене повара..

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Ben extended_group il
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
F
Felipe couple dk
10
Pros:

Kind and helpful staff, elegant rooms, and great buffet

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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FJC050254 Solo travel Guildford, Surrey, England
10
Couldn't have been happier with this fabulous city hotel!
Pros:

Came home two weeks ago after 10 nights here and really can't recommend the hotel highly enough. I had the biggest room with a balcony that I've ever had as a solo traveller and without having to pay a single supplement! Within 5 minutes walk from the beautiful Old Town, harbour and museums and with fabulous views from the roof top swimming pool. I stayed half board and the food, served buffet style and with plenty of choice, was delicious, fresh and varied. Their staff are wonderful and always welcoming. Special mention to Eva and Olga on reception and Athena in the restaurant for their friendly and extremely professional attention. Many thanks, I'll definitely be back! Francoise

2026-06-07 via Tripadvisor
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Katarzyna extended_group pl
10
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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mousteraki solo_traveller gr
9
2026-05-17 via Nuitee