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Clear pool with sun loungers and parasols under a blue sky by the sea.
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Terrace with tables and chairs beside a pool overlooking the sea at sunset.
Restaurant terrace with sea view, wooden tables and chairs under clear blue sky.
Terrace with wooden tables and chairs beside trees and green plants in front of a white building.
Two cozy cabanas with curtains next to a pool overlooking the sea.
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Evening hotel terrace with illuminated pool and view of the calm sea.
Romantic table for two with candle and sea view at sunset on the hotel terrace.
Modern living room with open sea view and access to a terrace.
Modern hotel reception with dark wood counter, stools, and minimalist decor.
Modern hotel complex with fir trees, sea view and mountains in the background under a clear sky.
Large resort featuring multiple white buildings and a big pool in a hilly landscape.
Several white sun loungers arranged in rows on a sandy beach with rocks in the background.
Coastal hotel with private beaches and rocky breakwaters on a sunny day.
Two chairs on a grassy area overlooking the sea at sunset next to a covered dining area.
Open restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, lit at dusk with a sea view.
Modern hotel bar area with sea view, wooden ceiling, and two stools at the counter.
Hotel bar inside a cave with rustic wooden furniture and an open view of a terrace and the sea.
Modern terrace with comfortable armchairs and sea view under clear sky.
Couple strolling relaxed in hotel surroundings with green, flowering trees and modern building.
Two lounge chairs with cushions under a parasol beside a pool, surrounded by palm trees and shrubs.
Modern outdoor area with white seating and a bronze bust at a hotel travel location.
Two wicker chairs on a paved patio beside a stone wall near a blue water pool.
Woman meditates on yoga mat under covered area overlooking the sea.
View of a hotel area with tennis courts, pool, and white buildings near the water.
Two people working out in a bright gym with wooden floor and exercise equipment.
Covered area with lounge chairs and bike racks in front of modern hillside apartments.
Two women train with TRX bands on a sunny wooden terrace overlooking the city.
Yoga mat and fitness gear on a terrace overlooking the sea under a clear sky.
Man works out in a covered gym area with various equipment and a view of green hills.
Luxurious indoor hotel pool with modern furniture and large windows.
Outdoor massage under a canopy with a view of the sea at sunset.
Three women play Twister on grass next to a white canopy during a vacation.
Modern hotel room with comfortable bed, soft pillows, and sea view through open balcony door.
Modern bathroom with black stone wall, white sink, and elegant accessories.
Bright balcony with wooden chairs, small table, and sea view beyond pine tree.
Modern hotel room with sofa, glass coffee tables, and a view of a green garden.
Modern hotel room with terrace and sea view under clear sky.
Modern hotel room with cozy chair, round rug, and sea view from the balcony.
Bright hotel room with large plant, dresser, and open door view into bathroom.
Bright hotel room with a large bed, white curtains, and modern plants.
Modern hotel lodge bathroom with clean lines and stylish blue and gray tiles.
Hotel garden pool area with lounge chairs and flowering tree.
Modern hotel room with a large bed, cozy pillows, and stylish wall decoration.
Modern bathroom with marble walls, freestanding bathtub, and double sinks.
Modern hotel room with large bed, pastel colors, and ambient lighting.
Pool area with two lounge chairs, umbrella, and sea view beyond a stone wall.
Bright marble bathroom with recessed bathtub, plants, and candlelight.
Modern hotel room with double bed, beige blanket, and seating area near large windows.
Bright hotel room with double bed, nightstands, and open wardrobe.
Bright hotel room with double bed, rug, small couch and large glass door overlooking greenery.
Modern hotel bathroom with rectangular sink, large mirrors, and a glass shower.
Modern living room with sofa, plants, rug, and view of terrace and sea.
Modern hotel hallway with wooden cabinets, mirror, and decor in light tones.
Modern patio with comfortable seating and a view of the sea under a blue sky.
A cozy bedroom with sea view through an open balcony featuring a wooden chair.
Two sun loungers under a white pavilion overlooking the sea and clear blue sky.
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Panormos

The Royal Blue Resort & Spa *****
Tour operator category

HER494
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Location

The elegant The Royal Blue Resort & Spa is located directly on the bay with a man-made sand/pebble beach. The village of Panormo is approx. 3.5 km away. The historic town of Rethymno, with its diverse shopping and entertainment options, can be reached in approx. 17 km. A bus stop is located approx. 300 m away. Heraklion Airport is approx. 58 km away and Chania Airport is approx. 80 km away.
Large resort featuring multiple white buildings and a big pool in a hilly landscape.
Several white sun loungers arranged in rows on a sandy beach with rocks in the background.
Coastal hotel with private beaches and rocky breakwaters on a sunny day.

Facilities

Two chairs on a grassy area overlooking the sea at sunset next to a covered dining area.
Open restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, lit at dusk with a sea view.
Modern hotel bar area with sea view, wooden ceiling, and two stools at the counter.
Hotel bar inside a cave with rustic wooden furniture and an open view of a terrace and the sea.
Modern terrace with comfortable armchairs and sea view under clear sky.
Couple strolling relaxed in hotel surroundings with green, flowering trees and modern building.
Two lounge chairs with cushions under a parasol beside a pool, surrounded by palm trees and shrubs.
Modern outdoor area with white seating and a bronze bust at a hotel travel location.
Two wicker chairs on a paved patio beside a stone wall near a blue water pool.
The Hotel Royal Blue Resort & Spa features a total of 190 rooms spread across several annex buildings. Facilities include a stylish lobby with a 24-hour reception, a lounge with a terrace, a luggage room, a mini-market, a small library, a boutique, a souvenir shop, and a jeweler. Wi-Fi is included throughout the entire complex. Culinary needs are catered for by a main restaurant and three à-la-carte restaurants, four bars, and a wine cellar. In the outdoor area, there are two swimming pools (a freshwater adults-only pool and a saltwater pool) and a separate children's pool. Sun loungers, parasols, and pool towels are available free of charge at the pool and beach. An additional pool with slides and a heated pool are available seasonally at the sister resort "The Royal Senses" until the end of 2026.

Accommodation

Superior Double Room

These beautiful and comfortable rooms are located in the room complex on the ground or first floor and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, cosmetic mirror, scales, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, as well as individually adjustable air conditioning (free of charge), telephone, safe, flat-screen satellite TV with music channels, ironing station, Wi-Fi (free of charge), refrigerator, minibar (for a fee, on request), coffee/tea station, Nespresso coffee machine, and a balcony or terrace with garden view (DSU/DSI).
Optionally available for an extra charge with side sea view (D2S), direct sea view (DMU), or sea view (MH2).
Also bookable for single use (DSE/D1K).

Modern hotel room with comfortable bed, soft pillows, and sea view through open balcony door.
Modern bathroom with black stone wall, white sink, and elegant accessories.
Bright balcony with wooden chairs, small table, and sea view beyond pine tree.
Modern hotel room with sofa, glass coffee tables, and a view of a green garden.
Modern hotel room with terrace and sea view under clear sky.
Modern hotel room with cozy chair, round rug, and sea view from the balcony.

Superior Double Room Seafront

Located in the 1st row by the sea, these rooms offer the same facilities as the Superior Double Rooms and are situated on the ground or first floor (D2W).

Superior Double Room Sharing Pool

With the same facilities as the Superior Double Rooms, these are located on the ground floor and feature access to a sharing pool (with sun loungers and parasol, P2H). Optionally available for an extra charge with sea view (MH2).
The sharing pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased safety risk for young children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booked into these room types.

Bright hotel room with large plant, dresser, and open door view into bathroom.
Bright hotel room with a large bed, white curtains, and modern plants.
Modern hotel lodge bathroom with clean lines and stylish blue and gray tiles.
Hotel garden pool area with lounge chairs and flowering tree.
Modern hotel room with a large bed, cozy pillows, and stylish wall decoration.
Modern bathroom with marble walls, freestanding bathtub, and double sinks.

Family Suite Sea View

The comfortably and luxuriously furnished family suites feature a living/bedroom area and a separate bedroom, with otherwise the same amenities as the double rooms (2FM).

Family Suite Private Pool Sea View

With the same facilities as the Family Suites Sea View, these include a private pool as well as sun loungers and a parasol (2FV).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased safety risk for young children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booked into these room types.

Modern hotel room with large bed, pastel colors, and ambient lighting.
Pool area with two lounge chairs, umbrella, and sea view beyond a stone wall.
Bright marble bathroom with recessed bathtub, plants, and candlelight.
Modern hotel room with double bed, beige blanket, and seating area near large windows.
Bright hotel room with double bed, nightstands, and open wardrobe.
Bright hotel room with double bed, rug, small couch and large glass door overlooking greenery.
Modern hotel bathroom with rectangular sink, large mirrors, and a glass shower.

Superior Waterfront Suite Sea View

The spacious suites are located in the 1st row by the sea and consist of a living/bedroom area, a separate bedroom, and, with the same facilities as the double rooms, a balcony with seating (2SW).

Luxury Suite Seafront Private Pool

The luxurious and spacious suites are located on the ground floor and consist of a living/bedroom area, a separate bedroom, and, with the same facilities as the double rooms, additionally feature a terrace with sun loungers, parasols, and a private pool (2LF).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased safety risk for young children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booked into these room types.

Modern living room with sofa, plants, rug, and view of terrace and sea.
Modern hotel hallway with wooden cabinets, mirror, and decor in light tones.
Modern patio with comfortable seating and a view of the sea under a blue sky.
A cozy bedroom with sea view through an open balcony featuring a wooden chair.
Two sun loungers under a white pavilion overlooking the sea and clear blue sky.

Luxury Villa Seafront Private Pool

Also luxurious and very spacious, these villas have the same facilities as the Luxury Suite Seafront but are designed in a maisonette style, consisting of a bedroom on the upper floor and a living/bedroom area on the ground floor. They also feature a terrace with sun loungers, a private pool, and a private garden (2VA).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for prudent behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased safety risk for young children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children booked into these room types.

Meals

Breakfast/Half Board/Full Board

Breakfast (7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.) and, for half board bookings, dinner (6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.) in the main "Symposium" restaurant as a buffet.
For full board bookings, lunch (12 p.m. - 5 p.m.) is served in the "Alati" à-la-carte restaurant.
Dinner can also be enjoyed for an extra charge at the "Elia" or "Asterias" à-la-carte restaurants (each 7 p.m. - 11 p.m.). The restaurants are open on selected days. A reservation is required.
Drinks are not included with lunch or dinner.
Children's menus and vegetarian dishes are available on request (on-site).
Appropriate clothing (smart casual) is required for dinner.

Terrace restaurant overlooking the sea with set tables and light wood furniture.

Sports included

Indoor and outdoor fitness area, tennis court, mini-football
Woman meditates on yoga mat under covered area overlooking the sea.
View of a hotel area with tennis courts, pool, and white buildings near the water.
Two people working out in a bright gym with wooden floor and exercise equipment.
Covered area with lounge chairs and bike racks in front of modern hillside apartments.
Two women train with TRX bands on a sunny wooden terrace overlooking the city.
Yoga mat and fitness gear on a terrace overlooking the sea under a clear sky.
Man works out in a covered gym area with various equipment and a view of green hills.

Sports for a fee

Billiards, personal training, and tennis lessons (on request), mountain biking.

Children's program

Three women play Twister on grass next to a white canopy during a vacation.
Separate children's pool, playground, miniclub, and children's animation.
Cots and high chairs (each free of charge, on request), babysitting service (for a fee, on request).

Wellness

Spa center "Pure Blue" with heated seawater pool, sauna, and steam bath, various massages, manicure/pedicure, hairdresser, body and face treatments, aromatherapy (until 2027) (each for a fee).
Luxurious indoor hotel pool with modern furniture and large windows.
Outdoor massage under a canopy with a view of the sea at sunset.

Entertainment

Until the end of the 2026 season, a light entertainment program with activities such as games, water games, and water aerobics is offered during the day. The offer is complemented by varied themed evenings.
From the 2027 season onwards, the entertainment program will include a fitness program, live music, and DJ performances.

Hotel service

Daily room cleaning, daily change of bed linen and towels.
Laundry service for a fee. 24-hour room service for a fee.
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Car and bicycle rental (for a fee).
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Free parking subject to availability.

Credit cards

MasterCard, Visa, and American Express are accepted at the hotel.

Hotelhinweis

For guests with limited mobility, a Superior Double Room with Sharing Pool and Garden View (P2H) can be booked on request.
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Service dogs are allowed on request, but other pets are not.

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact:
The Royal Blue Resort & Spa
Panormos, Geropotamou
74057 Rethymno, Crete, Greece
Phone: +30 28340 55001
Email: info@troulisroyalcollection.com

Destination information - Climate Resilience Tax

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government introduced a climate resilience tax, to be paid by the guest locally, comparable to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and has been staggered from 0.50 euros to 15 euros per day and room as of January 1, 2025.
For stays in the high season April 1 - October 31:
1-2 star category 2 euros
3 star category 5 euros
4 star category 10 euros
5 star category 15 euros
For stays in the low season November 1 - March 31:
1-2 star category 0.50 euros
3 star category 1.50 euros
4 star category 3 euros
5 star category 4 euros

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 31.07.2026 15:00