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About the Hotel

16 Melissinou Str., Rethymno (Crete), Greece, 74100
Great
8.6
8.8
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3-star family-run hotel in Rethymno old town, 100m from the Venetian port

Location & Setting

Fortezza Hotel sits in the heart of Rethymno's old town, 100 metres from the Venetian port and 300 metres from the longest sandy beach. Guests walk 2 minutes to the Venetian Fortress, the Historical and Folklore Museum, and the Archaeological Museum of Rethymno. Paid private parking is available on site, and the bus stop is 300 metres away.

Rooms & Accommodation

Air-conditioned rooms feature dark-wood furnishings, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private balcony or window. Family rooms accommodate up to five guests with multiple beds and bathrooms. Daily cleaning service is provided, and rooms include a fridge for guest convenience.

Dining & Breakfast

An American breakfast buffet is served daily from 07:30 to 10:30 in an air-conditioned restaurant. The hotel operates two bars, including a snack bar serving light meals, wine, and champagne by the pool. Packed lunches are available on request, and the pool bar offers table service for drinks and food.

Amenities & Services

The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas, with pool towels provided. A games room offers table tennis, and the hotel organizes walking tours of the old town. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, electric vehicle charging station, and a minimarket on site.

Family & Experiences

The family-run hotel provides personalized care, including local dining recommendations directly from staff. Family-sized rooms with multiple bathrooms cater to groups, while the snack bar and pool area offer day-long relaxation. Guests have direct access to the Venetian port, the fortress, and cultural museums within a short walk.

Highlights

Location: 100m from Venetian port, 300m from beach

Rooms: Family rooms for up to 5 guests with multiple bathrooms

Dining: American breakfast buffet & air-conditioned restaurant

Amenities: Outdoor pool, games room, electric vehicle charging

Services: 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, walking tours

Parking: Paid private parking on site

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Fortezza Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Family Room
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
Triple Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Balcony
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Air conditioning
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Barber shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Children

  • Cots
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Fortezza Hotel Location

16 Melissinou Str., Rethymno (Crete), Greece, 74100
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16 Melissinou Str., Rethymno (Crete), Greece, 74100
Nearby
Parking area
Fortezza of Rethymno
1300 ft
Rethymnon
Rethymnon Old Town
1300 ft
Fountain
Rimondi Fountain
1300 ft
Museum
Archaeological Museum of Rethymno
1300 ft
Park
Municipal Garden
1300 ft
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art of Crete
300 ft
Antistaseos ke Dimakopoulou
Guora Gate
1300 ft
Museum
Historical and Folk Art Museum of Rethymnon
600 ft
Museum
Centre of Byzantine Art
1300 ft
6 Chimaras
Artifacts by Omodamos
200 ft
Tra Ethniki Antistaseos E Vernaridou
Neratze Mosque and Minaret
1000 ft
Church
Church Of Four Martyrs
1500 ft
Tra Via Arkadiou E Paleologou
Loggia Veneziana
1400 ft
32 Tzane Bouniali
Cloclo's Art Handmade Creations
1200 ft
Square
Mikrasiaton Square
1000 ft
Ραδαμάνθυος 17
Avli
200 ft
Night club
Ice Club
300 ft
Mosque
Neratze Mosque
600 ft
Messologiou & Salaminos
Saint Anthony of Padua
400 ft
Thessalonikis ke Foka
Church of Our Lady of the Angels
500 ft
Leof. Emmanouil Kefalogianni 16
Rethimon Hafen
1100 ft
Leof. Emmanouil Kefalogianni 27
Mosque of Sultan Ibrahim A' مسجد
1000 ft
Lighthouse
Lighthouse
1300 ft
Platia Tessaron Martiron
1400 ft
Museum
Ekklisiastiko Mousio
1400 ft
Restaurants
La Piazza Pizzeria
400 ft
12 Messologiou Old Town
Mojo Burgers
700 ft
38 Damvergi
Taverna Katerina o Pontios
300 ft
Ioannou Melissinou 34
To Chalikouti Cafe
1100 ft
Katehaki 3 Fortetza Sidewalk
Geppetto kalouba Co-operative
1100 ft
Katechaki Chimaras
Mona Lisa-Skartsilakis
700 ft
36 Paleologou Konstantinou Old Town
Rakodikio
800 ft
Emm. Vernardou 7
Getting around
City Centre
Rethymno (Crete)6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Souda (CHQ)101 min  ·  41.8 mi
Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)128 min  ·  53.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:30
Check-out
from 07:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at EUR 10 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Fortezza guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Italian, Greek
Number of rooms:
54

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Fortezza Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 261 verified reviews
8.6/10
Great
90%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.2/10
Location
9.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.0/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 487 reviews
8.6/10
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