Stelios and his staff made us feel so welcome and couldn't do enough for us to make our stay the best. Andreas' cocktails were delicious and always served with conversation and smiles. The hotel is kept immaculately clean and our room was perfectly serviced every day. We stayed in a room with Private pool which made our stay even more special and the views over the sea and fortress were amazing. Breakfast was varied and freshly prepared and the food served at the pool bar was tasty and great value. Would highly recommend the hotel and hope to travel back soon!

Absolutely nothing; everything was great.

Our stay at Archipelagos Hotel in Rethymno was nothing short of exceptional. Although it’s officially rated as a 4-star hotel, for us, it felt every bit like a 5-star experience — and more. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the hotel’s manager, Mr. Stelios. He greeted us with a genuine smile and made us feel at home right away. Throughout our stay, he was constantly present, offering thoughtful recommendations for places to eat, beaches to visit, and local attractions we might have otherwise missed. Thanks to his insight, we got to explore the real, vibrant side of Crete — not just the touristy parts. Stelios has a rare gift. He understands people, anticipates their needs, and makes you feel like more than just a guest — he makes you feel like a friend. You can tell he's been in this business for a long time, and he truly loves what he does. We've already promised to return in the next couple of years, this time with our child — and I can’t wait to see Stelios again and experience his warm hospitality once more. The hotel itself is spotless. Our room was recently renovated — everything smelled fresh and new, the bed was incredibly comfortable, the air conditioning worked perfectly, and the view... breathtaking. One of the best in Rethymno. The spacious balcony was also a great bonus. The breakfast was fresh and diverse every morning, with options for every taste. The food by the pool was a huge (and delicious) surprise — high-quality, beautifully prepared, and served quickly. The entire staff was polite, efficient, and always ready to help. Housekeeping was impeccable — not just surface-level cleaning, but real attention to detail. Archipelagos isn’t just a place to stay. It’s a place to feel welcome, to feel cared for, to relax, and to make memories. Mr. Stelios and his team created something special here — and we’ll always be grateful for it.

Nothing to complain about. Just pure comfort, kindness, and quality throughout.

Very friendly and welcoming staff, special thanks to the young lady at the reception and the bartender who went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable. Modern and well-equipped rooms. Beautiful view of the sea, the fortress and the coastline. A small beach is right in front of the hotel, perfect for a quick swim. The pool terrace with sun loungers and a bar adds to the relaxing atmosphere. Breakfast was excellent — fresh, tasty, with local products, a nice mix of continental options and Greek specialties with plenty of vegetables, fruits and treats. A nice personal touch at the end: the hotel owner came to say goodbye. Highly recommended!

The stay was incredible. The staff was very helpful, they all went out of their way to make our stay perfect. We had no problem during our stay in the hotel. The rooms were very clean, as well as common areas of the hotel. The location is great, the area is very quiet, but it's close to the city centre, the beach is across the street, a lot of great waterfront restaurants are nearby. The breakfast in the hotel was great, the food was diverse, fresh and very tasty. The staff helped us with everything, arranged a lot of things for us, we didn't worry about anything there. In general, the experience in this hotel was amazing, we were very pleased with staff, and it definitely exceeded our expectations.

I loved the hotel itself- so clean and beautiful. The location was PERFECT! The most adorable beach just right across the road and an easy walking distance to the old town and restaurants. The food available from the pool bar was amazing and the service by Andreas was so perfect. And the staff were all SO GREAT! We were so warmly welcomed by Mr. Stelios who took such care with our check in’s We had a lot of fun just hanging out by the pool, enjoying the views or walking into old town. There is also a 24 hour convenience store just across from the hotel which was great.

This property was amazing. The view was spectacular and the staff was extremely kind and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful. It was the best hotel breakfast we’ve ever had. The pools were clean and gorgeous views from as well as working elevators which was needed for my daughter with a disability. Out front there is an amazing swimming area in the sea and we walked to a fabulous taverna for dinner and were near a grocery, the bus station and easy walk to town. I recommend highly.

I liked everything about this property. It was better than expected and very personable and clean.

Fabulous view from our very good sized balcony, comfortable room with fridge, aircon and all necessary facilities. Our room and the whole hotel was spotlessly clean. Nothing was too much trouble for Mr Stellios and his team with restaurant and day trip recommendations too!! Perfect location to visit the old town and the beaches with wonderful views. We are already arranging our stay for next year!!

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Amazing views, very clean, super genuine friendly staff, close to the Oldtown and strip. Would highly recommend this hotel. Huge thanks to Andreas the barman and reception staff couldn't do enough for me, even helped change my room to a room with a bright pool and a late checkout aswell as all the hard working cleaning staff. All the staff are kind and hard working and deserve high praise.

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The location of the hotel is great, walking distance to the old town (10 minutes). Many restaurants and shops in the surrounding. Room is clean, spacious, breathtaking view from the balcony over the sea and the old town. Very good and large bathroom. The room, the bathroom are both modern and comfortable, also the bed. Breakfast is delicious. There is lot of free parking near the hotel which is an added value if you want to rent a car. In front of the hotel, crossing the road, there is a cozy sand beach, crystal clear water, with a small bay where family can swim safely. We love it so much. Not to forget the friendly team in the hotel. Even the owner of the hotel (Mr.Stelios) was available and provided us with needed assistance and tips which made our stay superb. Definitely we will come again especially after finding out how beautiful Rethymno is.

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Clean, great sea view, close to old town, the staff, especially the owner are exceptional. He gave us recommendations for beaches , day trips, restaurants, helped with everything. Made our trip a memorable one. We had a room on the 8th floor. The view was stunning. There is also a small private pool for the floor. Nice too. Can’t wait to go back.

Can’t say anything. The only «  price » you pay to being on an upper floor with the best possible views is the need to take 3 elevators. It’s worth it completely.