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Fortezza Hotel

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A swimming pool surrounded by potted plants and outdoor furniture, with a building in the background.
The entrance of Hotel Fortezza with a covered entrance, tiled flooring, and two potted plants.
A hotel exterior with a tiled patio, outdoor seating, and a large arched entrance.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and a chessboard on a table.
A bar area with a wooden counter, multiple stools, and a piano.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $169
$144 nightly
$169 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28

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16 Melisinou Street, Rethymno, Crete Island, 74100
  • Place, Fortezza Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Rimondi Fountain
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Rethymnon Venetian Port
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.

Single Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Triple Room

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Rethymno

With a stay at Fortezza Hotel in Rethymno (Old Town Rethymnon), you'll be steps from Museum of Contemporary Art and Municipal Gallery of Lefteris Kanakakis. .This spa hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Fortezza Castle and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Old Turkish Bath.

What's nearby

  • Fortezza Castle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rimondi Fountain - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rethymnon Municipal Garden - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rethymnon Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galero Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cul De Sac Rethymno - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bonobo Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brew Your Mind - ‬4 min walk
  • The Italian Job

About this property

Fortezza Hotel

Fortezza Hotel offers 54 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 54 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and blackout drapes/curtains.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a hair salon.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Fortezza Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Fortezza Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 15 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1041Κ013A0106700

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Fortezza Hotel Rethimnon
Fortezza Rethimnon
Fortezza Hotel Rethymnon
Fortezza Hotel
Fortezza Rethymnon
Fortezza Hotel Rethymnon, Crete
Fortezza Hotel Hotel
Fortezza Hotel Rethymno
Fortezza Hotel Hotel Rethymno

Fortezza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was good. The accommodation felt new, clean, and very well maintained. The location was excellent — within walking distance of the bus station and very close to the waterfront and many dining options. Breakfast was great and the staff helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is right where you want to be to explore the old town of Rethymno
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mr R S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel in a great location

The Fortezza is a lovely hotel in a great location within the old town. Nice rooms pool, bar area and the the staff where very helpful. I cant fault the place, if you are visiting Rethymnon i cant think of a better place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location right in the heart of the old town. The rooms are spacious & super clean, with helpful, friendly staff. We loved our stay & will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is "old school" in the nicest possible way. Phones in the room, real keys, 24/7 desk staff, beautiful breakfast room with linen tablecloths. Great location. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice boutique old style hotel with lots of charm. Clean and well run.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff always cheerful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

FIRST day in Rethymno

We rented a car to travel in Rethymno and we were looking for something in the centre of the town, with car parking area and breakfast. We arrived very late at night and we were very welcomed at the reception of Fortezza Hotel and our room with the view of the hotel swimming pool and the garden was wonderful. Breakfast was great and all the staff so helpful and very nice. Next time we will definitely stay longer there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tres bel hotel. Personnel agreable. Bon petit déjeuner. En plein centre, près du vieux port et des rues touristiques. Un parking en face pour 10euro la journée. Idéal pour un court sejour.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jochen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gute Lage direkt an der Altstadt. Vergünstigtes Parken gleich gegenüber…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Heel leuk hotel met heel vriendelijk en attent personeel. Kamers mogen misschien wel eens opgefrist worden. Centraal gelegen met parkingmogelijkheid aan de overzijde van de straat voor 10€ per dag. Echt een pluspunt. Een achte aanrader.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personnel aimable, peu de clients, piscine agréable, petit déjeuner correct mais perfectible. Le wifi n’a marché qu’une journée sur 4 et malgré la demande n’a pas été remis en service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tuuli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic hotel. Great location

Room old fashioned. No safety in the room. Not enough deck chairs around pool. Pool is too crowded.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr Gut
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Centrally located

Centrally located and walking distance to everything. Super markets across the street. Long walk to unpaid parking. Breakfast average.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. In the heart of the historic town but quiet. Very friendly, helpful staff. Nice balconies overlooking the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly staff

Great location, fantastic staff but rooms some what small
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, good pool, breakfast good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is amazing! Our room was clean and spacious. The pool and breakfast were also great. Wifi in our room was slow, but it seemed better in others parts of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fijn hotel met zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel. Nette kamers en badkamer. Kamers aan de straatzijde hebben wel wat overlast van het verkeer en luidruchtige personen maar door onze vermoeidheid niet echt een probleem geweest bij het slapen.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Agréable séjour

Hotel très agréable par sa localisation et ses magnifiques éléments architectureaux, chambre spacieuse avec joli blacon sur rue, mais tout à fait tranquille.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Week st The Fortezza

Came for wedding at the Fort. It was an enjoyable week. The Fortezza Hotel was a good choice. Loved it. Service help extremely nice and friendly. The hotel was spacious clean and close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money

Not an extravagant hotel but clean and friendly with a great location - excellent value for money
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018