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Fortezza Hotel

3.0 star property
Urban sanctuary where travelers can relax by the pool with a good book or simply soak up the sun from comfortable loungers between city adventures

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Fortezza Hotel, elevated above the cityscape, offers a peaceful retreat. Enjoy a spa massage, rooftop garden, and free in-room WiFi. The property features an arcade/game room for friendly competition and a library for quiet reading moments.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
Desk
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
16 Melisinou Street, Rethymno, Crete Island, 74100

What's nearby

  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rimondi Fountain - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rethymnon Municipal Garden - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ναυπηγείο - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Galero Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Raki Ba Raki - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ερωφίλη - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Avli - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Fortezza Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a hair salon at Fortezza Hotel. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a library.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and massage treatment rooms
  • A front-desk safe, ATM/banking services, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 54 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • 26-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

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 10 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 major credit cards and cash
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Fortezza Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Fortezza Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 10 per day.

What time is check-in at Fortezza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Fortezza Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Fortezza Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 90 per vehicle applies.

Where is Fortezza Hotel located?

Situated in Rethymno, this spa hotel is steps from Museum of Contemporary Art, Municipal Gallery of Lefteris Kanakakis, and Venetian Loggia. Rimondi Fountain and Neratze Mosque and Minaret are just steps away.

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Reviews

Fortezza Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Irene

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Giselle

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jenn, Vancouver, Canada

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Wien

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

nice hotel, perfect location, friendly staff

hotel located near the fortezza sight, friendly staff and quick checkin. possibility to park the car 5 min away at a free parking at the and of the street. Room in the first floor was not that big and without balcony but clean and enough for us. Clientele consists mostly of elder people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Thibault

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

Bien placé

Pratique et bien situé, par contre l'hôtel ne dispose d'aucune place de parking, il faut se garer dans la rue au risque de se faire abîmer la voiture, où se garer sur un parking payant en face de l'hôtel pour 10 € par jour, pour le petit-déj' rien d'extraordinaire mais suffisant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018