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Minos Hotel

City of Rethymno , 5 Machiton Schollis Chorophilakis (Show on Map)

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Info Minos Hotel, located in Rethymno, Crete, is an ideal family-friendly destination just a short walk from a beautiful sandy beach and the historic city center. Renowned for its warm atmosphere and traditional Cretan hospitality, the hotel offers a variety of dining experiences, including international and Greek specialties at Ambrosia Restaurant, poolside treats at Dionysus Pool Restaurant and refreshing beverages at Bacchus Lobby Bar and Dionysus Café. Guests can choose from a range of comfortable accommodations with views of the Cretan sea, swimming pools and vibrant gardens. To ensure an enjoyable stay, Minos Hotel provides sports and recreational facilities, such as fitness and aqua gymnastics, table tennis, darts and water sports, as well as special tours and scuba diving. The hotel's animation team offers a full-day entertainment program with activities for all ages, including Greek cooking and language lessons, live shows and children's activities. With Poseidon Junior Water Park on-site, Minos Hotel ensures an unforgettable vacation for families seeking fun and relaxation.

Summary of reviewsMinos Hotel is an excellent choice for travelers looking for a conveniently located hotel near the beach and city center. Guests rave about the delicious breakfast served on a spacious terrace by the pool, complete with a wide variety of options and friendly cook who prepares omelets to your specific tastes. The dinner and wine offered at the hotel are also highly praised, although some critiques mention limited variety and early closing of the dinner buffet. Despite some minor issues with the rooms, guests generally compliment the spaciousness, cleanliness and excellent facilities. The friendly, attentive and professional hotel staff is another highlight, making guests feel welcome and well-taken care of throughout their stay. Families will appreciate the hotel's family-friendly rooms, playground, entertainment and close proximity to the beach. The hotel's pool is immaculately clean and inviting with plenty of comfortable loungers for guests to relax on while enjoying the beautiful sea view. While parking is limited during peak season, the hotel provides safe and affordable public parking options nearby. Overall, guests highly recommend Minos Hotel for its convenient location, excellent breakfast, friendly staff and comfortable accommodations.
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Room Types

Single Room Overlooking the pool or the garden, this tastefully decorated room has a fridge, a TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer.

Standard Twin Room The maximum occupancy for this room is 2 adults. Please note that this room type cannot accommodate an extra bed.

Superior Room This room has a maximum occupancy of 2 adults and 1 child (for extra charges please check child & extra bed policy of the hotel). A complimentary bottle of wine, a bottle of water and fruits are provided upon arrival.

Junior Suite This room has a maximum capacity of 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. For extra charges please check the extra bed policy of the hotel. A complimentary bottle of wine, a bottle of water and fruits are provided upon arrival.

Deluxe Twin Room Featuring a balcony, this spacious room offers a plasma satellite TV and electric kettle.

Superior Junior Suite This suite features a seating area, bathrobe and CD player. This room has a maximum capacity of 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Double Room Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. This double room has air conditioning, a minibar, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a balcony.

Deluxe Studio Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this studio includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The studio's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. Boasting a balcony, this studio also features air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

One Bedroom Suite Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The twin/double room's kitchenette, which features a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a seating area.

Superior One-Bedroom Suite Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The twin/double room's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

About Minos HotelMinos Hotel, a family-friendly establishment in Rethymno, Crete, is just a short walk from the historic city center and a mere two-minute walk from the beautiful blue-flag sandy beach. This hotel has a long-standing reputation for exceptional service, warm and friendly atmosphere and traditional Cretan hospitality. Guests can enjoy a range of dining options, including international and Greek specialties at Ambrosia Restaurant, poolside refreshments at Dionysus Pool Restaurant and relaxing drinks at Bacchus Lobby Bar or Dionysus Café.

The hotel offers a variety of room types to ensure a comfortable stay, with views of the Cretan sea, swimming pools and colorful gardens. Guests can also enjoy an array of sports and recreational facilities, such as swimming pools, fitness options, water sports and organized tours. The hotel collaborates with external experts to provide engaging experiences like scuba diving, horse riding and mountain biking.

Minos Hotel provides a lively entertainment program, including live shows, music and pool parties, ensuring guests never experience a dull moment. Families will appreciate the Poseidon Junior Water Park, offering fun-filled aquatic activities for children aged 3-12. The hotel's commitment to a safe and friendly environment makes it the perfect choice for a memorable family vacation in Crete.

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Guest Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Location

Minos Hotel is the perfect location for those who want to be close to the action. Situated not far from the city center, guests can easily access the buzzing streets of Rethymnon. Additionally, the beach is only a short distance away, offering guests a lovely walk along the oceanside to the old town. The hotel is in a very convenient location, right near the beach promenade, surrounded by shops, supermarkets, restaurants and bars. For those looking to explore further, the bus stop to the historic town center is located just outside the hotel. While parking is limited, Minos Hotel's excellent location proves to be a great base for day trips and exploring.

Breakfast

If you're looking for a hotel with an exceptional breakfast, Minos Hotel won't disappoint. According to guest reviews, the cook prepares omelets according to your wishes and there is a wide variety of choice. The food is fresh and tasty with some guests even describing it as "enormous and good". The breakfast is conveniently located on a large terrace at the pool's edge. Overall, guests were highly satisfied with the quality of the breakfast with many describing it as excellent, super nice and even spectacular. The meal was diverse with many different types of meals available on the buffet. So, if you want to start your day off on the right foot, Minos Hotel is a great option.

Dinner

The Minos Hotel offers dinner included in bookings, but without drinks. Positive reviews praise the wonderful dinner, buffet and fantastic wine advice. The breakfast and dinner were good and the pool and dinner were perfect. However, some negative reviews remark on the limited variety and early ending of the dinner buffet, as well as a member of the restaurant staff being unprofessional and discriminatory. The breakfast was varied but not of high quality and the dinner lacked variety and could be complicated for late arrivals. Despite this, guests enjoyed eating on the large terrace by the pool and appreciated the delicious meals.

Rooms

The rooms at Minos Hotel are spacious and well-maintained with great facilities. Many guests mention the nice big rooms with a balcony and even some suites. The hotel has family rooms in a different building and some rooms have a great view of the sea. The staff were friendly and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Some guests did mention issues with their rooms, such as a small bathroom or malfunctions with appliances, but overall the quality of the accommodations was praised.

Beds

The Minos Hotel provides guests with comfortable beds for a relaxing stay. Some guests found the bedding to be of very good quality, while others described it as fantastic. However, a few reviews mentioned issues with uncomfortable sofa beds or mattresses that were too soft. Despite these minor flaws, guests generally had a great experience with the hotel's bedding with several noting the comfortable chairs or lounges provided as well. Overall, the Minos Hotel offers reassuringly comfortable sleeping arrangements.

Cleanliness

Minos Hotel is a perfect choice for travelers who prioritize cleanliness. The property is very clean and well-maintained with clean rooms and facilities. The staff ensures regular cleaning and changing of towels every day and even twice a day in some cases. The pool is also clean and inviting for guests. Some guests have had issues with the cleaning service being delayed, but overall, the hotel is quite clean. The friendly staff adds to the magnificence of the hotel and their warm welcome makes guests' stays even more special.

Staff

If you're seeking a comfortable and pleasant stay in Crete, Minos Hotel is an ideal choice. Guests rave about the staff's kindness, friendliness and helpfulness from the moment they step in. The hotel is family-run and its staff is professional, efficient and always willing to go the extra mile to make guests' stay memorable. Special shoutouts go to Constantina, the Customer Relation Manager and Yanis, the bartender, for their outstanding service. The majority of the staff members are extremely welcoming and accommodating, making it a pleasure to interact with them. The hotel is kept immaculately clean, thanks to the attentive and efficient housekeeping staff. However, some guests reported a few desk staff to be unapproachable and a handful were even rude and incompetent, but these cases were quickly and efficiently resolved by the management. The hotel's exceptional staff makes up for any minor shortcomings, making for an overall delightful stay.

Pool

If you're looking for a family-friendly hotel with a great pool, Minos Hotel is a great option. Guests rave about the well-maintained pool area with plenty of sun loungers and a separate kids pool. There's even evening entertainment by the pool. The hotel's sea view from spacious terraces is also a highlight. However, some guests did mention that the pool only opens at limited hours and parking can be a challenge during high season. Despite this, the pool itself is perfect and very clean. There are plenty of comfortable loungers available at the large and well-oriented pool area. If you're interested in grabbing a bite, the hotel offers lunch by the pool. Guests can even enjoy breakfast and other meals on the large terrace overlooking the pool. While some guests noted that the water in the pool was cold, overall guests enjoyed their time at the pool. The only downside is that there can be a lot of noisy tourists at times.

Beach

The Minos Hotel is undoubtedly a beach lover's paradise with its unbeatable location just steps away from the beach promenade. Guests have raved about the convenience and proximity of the hotel to the beach with some describing it as being only a few meters away. The gorgeous oceanside walk to the old town is also a major plus, offering stunning views and a memorable experience.

In addition to being an ideal location for beach-goers, the hotel is also close to numerous restaurants, shops and car rentals, all within easy walking distance. Guests appreciate the cleanliness of the pool area and the fact that the beach is just a few minutes' walk away.

Overall, the Minos Hotel's location is a major selling point with many visitors saying they would return based on this alone. Even with some mentioning that there may be better beaches elsewhere, the convenience and beauty of this one make it a top choice for those seeking a seaside vacation in Crete.

Parking

If you're worried about parking in the city center, Minos Hotel has got you covered. The hotel offers limited parking, which guests found to be a major advantage. However, during high season, finding a spot might be a bit of a challenge. But don't worry - there are plenty of safe public parking options nearby, some of which are free of charge. Guests appreciated the convenience of having a parking lot in front of and behind the hotel, as well as the free parking option available. If you're traveling by car, Minos Hotel is a great option in terms of parking.

Family

If you're looking for a hotel that is affordable and perfect for families, Minos Hotel may be the way to go. You'll love the family-friendly rooms that offer plenty of space for everyone. While some rooms are in a separate building, many travelers find this to be a positive feature as it reduces noise levels. Unfortunately, there aren't many facilities for disabled persons, but the hotel provides plenty of fun activities for children. They'll love playing on the hotel's playground and taking part in daily and evening entertainment. Many families appreciate how well-suited the hotel is for kids. However, be aware that there are long hallways to navigate if you have a baby stroller or require easy access to your room. While some guests have reported uncomfortable sofa beds for kids, this hasn't been the case for everyone. Overall, Minos Hotel is an excellent choice for families seeking a relaxing vacation.

Yes, Minos Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Children's Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Minos Hotel.

No, Minos Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Minos Hotel.

Yes, Minos Hotel has a gym.

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