Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Rethymnon

Grecotel Plaza Beach House ****
Tour operator category

HER082
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Family
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Location

The modern "Grecotel Plaza Beach House" in Rethymnon is separated from the Blue Flag awarded sandy/pebbly beach by a quiet coastal road. The harbor and the old town with its shopping and entertainment venues are approx. 3 km away from the hotel. The distance to Heraklion Airport is approx. 80 km and to Chania Airport approx. 71 km.
Aerial view of a hotel featuring rectangular and hexagonal pools with red tile roofs.
Sandy beach with palm trees and many sun umbrellas by turquoise sea under a blue sky.
Beach with rows of sun umbrellas in front of hotels and buildings along the coast.

Facilities

Two white umbrellas by a pool with a person at the edge, surrounded by palm trees.
The stylish hotel complex features 84 studios and apartments and offers guests a lobby with reception, lobby bar, a main restaurant, an à la carte restaurant, and a bar. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the entire complex. The outdoor area includes a freshwater pool with sea view, an additional freshwater pool, and a freshwater paddling pool for children. An ice cream kiosk and a traditional patisserie complete the amenities. Sun umbrellas and sun loungers are included on the outdoor sun terraces and on the beach.

Accommodation

Plaza Studio Sea View

The boho-style decorated studios feature double beds and one single bed for the third person, bathroom or shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, kitchenette, safe, TV, water upon arrival, and a furnished balcony or terrace with sea view (PLM). The studios are designed in an open-plan style, either as a maisonette or on one level. The maisonettes feature a bedroom on the upper level and a living area with a kitchenette and bathroom on the lower level.

Bedroom with white canopy bed, nightstands, and warm natural decor.
Hotel room featuring a sofa, rug, and open entrance to an outdoor terrace.
Cozy double bed with light wood frame, decorative pillows, and nightstands in a warm room.
Bright hotel room with double bed, two nightstands, lamps, and balcony access.
Simple hotel room with bunk bed, gray bean bag chair, and wooden crates on tiled floor.

Superior Plaza Apartment

The spacious apartments are located on the ground floor or the first floor and feature a combined living/sleeping area with a sofa bed, a separate bedroom, as well as a bathroom or shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, TV, water upon arrival, and a furnished balcony or terrace (PLA). Optionally also bookable with a sea view (APM/AMI).

Petit Loft Maisonette

The maisonettes are two-story, more spacious, equipped with a bunk bed, and feature a bathroom or shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, kitchenette, safe, TV, water upon arrival, and a furnished balcony or terrace (PLB). Optionally also bookable as a more spacious Master Loft Maisonette (MLE).

Modern interior with glass door leading to a balcony featuring red walls and furniture.
Modern bedroom with double bed, white bedding, and decorative wall art above the bed.
Bright bedroom with double bed, two white lamps, and decorative wall mirror above the headboard.

Loft 2 Bedroom Maisonette

The lofts consist of a living room with a kitchenette, two bedrooms, two showers/WC, are arranged in a maisonette style, and feature a bathroom or shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, kitchenette, safe, TV, water upon arrival, and a furnished balcony or terrace (LOM/2IA).

Plaza Grande Apartment

The apartments have the same facilities as the 2-bedroom lofts, but are not necessarily arranged in a maisonette style (PLC/2IA).

Bright hotel room with canopy bed, white bedding, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Bright hotel room with canopy bed, white curtains, and decorative wall art.
Modern bedroom with double bed, white bedding, and decorative wall art above the bed.
Simple hotel room with bunk bed, gray bean bag chair, and wooden crates on tiled floor.

Family Apartment

The family apartments are located on the ground floor or the first floor and consist of a combined living/sleeping area with bunk beds and a separate bedroom with a double bed. The rooms feature a bathroom or shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, kitchenette, safe, TV, water upon arrival, and a furnished balcony or terrace with garden view (APF).

Family Apartment Sharing Pool

The family apartments sharing pool have the same facilities as the family apartments, plus access to a sharing pool (2AF).
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 present an increased safety risk for young children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Meals

Breakfast/Half board

A varied breakfast buffet awaits you. A late continental breakfast is available. An early breakfast service and a room breakfast service are available upon request.
When booking half board, dinner is included in the "House Kitchen Restaurant".

Bright breakfast room with abundant buffet and numerous plants.

Sports included

Fitness room, table tennis.

Sports for a fee

Bicycle rental and various water sports (scuba diving, water skiing, etc.) at the beach.

Children's program

The Kids Club offers a magical vacation experience for children aged 4-12 years. Children enjoy a special holiday program at the Plaza Beach House with toys and facilities made of eco-friendly materials, qualified staff, creative activities, fun, and games.

Hotel service

Cots and high chairs are available free of charge. Baby food is available free of charge upon request.

Credit card

All major credit cards are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Family-friendly
  • Fitness
  • Spa
  • Near the beach
  • Wi-Fi

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides guidance to make conscious decisions. Our label marks hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable business practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Travelife

Hotelhinweis

Pets up to 4 kg are allowed on request.
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Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Zusatzhinweis

Hotel contact:
Grecotel Plaza Beach House
Tel.: 0030 28313 10800
E-mail: reservations.ps@grecotel.com

Note regarding climate resilience fee

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government levies a climate resilience fee, which must be paid by the guest on site, comparable to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of the accommodation and, as of January 1, 2025, is tiered from 0.50 euros to 15 € per day and room.
For stays in the high season April 1 - October 31:
Official category 1-2 stars 2 euros
Official category 3 stars 5 euros
Official category 4 stars 10 euros
Official category 5 stars 15 euros
For stays in the low season November 1 - March 31:
Official category 1-2 stars 0.50 euros
Official category 3 stars 1.50 euros
Official category 4 stars 3 euros
Official category 5 stars 4 euros

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 11.06.2026 13:24