at 14.1km (NE) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
Ormos Atalia is located in Bali Village, only 100 metres away from the harbour and 150 metres from the beach. It features an outdoor pool, and offers free public Wi-Fi. All guest rooms offer a private balcony. Each room is equipped with satellite TV, minibar, and en suite bathroom with hairdryer. Guests of Ormos Atalia can relax in the green garden or by the pool area, and enjoy scenic views of the surrounding area. Hotel Ormos Atalia is situated half way between Heraklio and Rethymno in Northern Crete. Connection to the public transport network is available 2 km from the hotel, and Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is 50 km away. Free parking is possible at a nearby location. Hotel Rooms: 45
at 14.1km (W) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
Family owned business located in the most popular resort of the north coast of Rethymnon. Only 5km away from the city of Rethymnon and only 100 m from the long sandy beach. Amaril features 5 studios and 3 apartments for 2-4 persons each. They are fully equipped, with large balconies or verandas. All the apartments have TV.
at 14.2km (W) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
Located on the sandy beach of Platanias, Minos Mare Royal offers rooms with flat screen TVs and CD/DVD players, hot tub and a spa centre with sauna and indoor pool. Surrounded by gardens, Minos Mare Royal offers rooms and suites featuring free internet. The rooms also have a balcony overlooking the pool, the gardens or the sea. The Royal Restaurant offers views of the pool and serves a rich breakfast buffet. The a la carte restaurant Poseidon serves Mediterranean cuisine in a beach-side setting. The Queen’s Wine Bar serves a large wine selection, as well as refreshing cocktails. Hotel Rooms: 75
at 17.2km (W) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
On Rethymnon coast, where the sea touches a long sandy beach, there is the Batis Hotel, a charming beach hotel of furnished apartments so comfortable as a modern house. Every apartment of one or two rooms includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, a living area, satellite TV, internet, air-conditioning, safe box, radio, hair dryer, a telephone with direct connection and a table with chairs. The center of picturesque Rethymnon with its mazy streets, where medieval buildings coexist with our times, lies at a short distance.
at 17.3km (SW) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
Spili (GR:Σπήλι) is 30 km away from Rethymnon, along the road that goes from Rethymnon to Armenoi and then Spili. The town has about 800 inhabitants and it lies at a height of 430 m above sea level, at the foothills of Mount Vorizi, which belongs to the Kedros chain. The landmark of the town is the square at Kefalovrissi with the 25 fountains each one in the shape of a lion's head. The square is named after Thanassis Skordalos (1920-1998), a popular lyra player and composer born in Spili. Spili is a modern town, with all the facilities and services required by the locals and by the large number of visitors.
at 17.3km (SW) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
27th August - I set off from Spili at 0740 under a rather cloudy sky and with a cooling breeze to keep me feeling fresh. Today was always going to be a bit of a road slog and the first few kms to Mixourama was on the main road with cars flashing by. The GPS suggested that there was a road link between Koxare and Agouseliana even though there was nothing on the paper map so, after 6 or 7 kms, I cut across to Koxare. Distance: 32 km Time: 8 hrs. 25mins. Mov av 4.8 km/hr Height overnight: 272m.
at 18.2km (W) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
These apartments are ideal for exploring Rethymnon old town with its charming Venetian buildings, the old Fortezza Fortress, museums or enjoying the clean sandy beach with its numerous beach sports. This is a modern, family-owned and operated hotel, with spacious accommodation. You will be in a convenient location, 100 metres from the beach. The hotel offers a swimming pool, a pool for children and an internet cafe bar, which is open around the clock. You can also enjoy a snack and a cool drink at our snack bar and cocktail bar. As for dining, you have a large choice of traditional Cretan restaurants and taverns, offering you efficient service and fine food. Hotel Rooms: 33
at 18.3km (W) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
Providing a privileged position near the vicinity’s attractions, this small but beautiful hotel features a special architectural structure and is conveniently located in the centre of Rethymnon, by the beach. The strategic situation of this modern hotel offers guests the opportunity of spending wonderful holidays which combine swimming, water sports, shopping in the town and night life without having to use any means of transportation as everything is within walking distance. Despite the urban environment, the hotel provides a stunning terrace that features a view of the sea where you can enjoy a drink or something to eat. There is also a relaxed restaurant, bar and an outlook of the sea from the rooms. This hotel will make for the perfect base for a stay on the literally wonderful island of Crete.
at 18.4km (W) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
The Mosque took its name from the Turkish commander of the marine operations to conquer Rethymno, in 1646. During the Venetian Period, the Mosque became a monastery dedicated to St. Barbara. West from the central building, there is the deserted minaret of the mosque. The fountain of the Mosque is attached to the roofed entrance of the Mosque's garden, where believers washed before entering the Mosque and provided the area with fresh spring water.
at 18.4km (W) from Eleftherna (Ancient)
In winter the town of Rethymno lives in the rhythm of Carnival. Here, the grandest carnival on the island of Crete is organised. Apart from the great parade on Shrove Sunday, a large number of activities complete the framework of the Carnival festivities. The locals devotedly and cheerfully prepare for this season with creativity, they sacrifice their spare time and become young again while rejoicing and celebrating parties almost on a daily basis. More than 4,000 people have worked feverishly for months in order to present their masks and carriages on the great Carnival parade…The following day, on Shrove Monday people from the countryside play a leading part in the festivities. Unique traditions are revived in the villages and everybody is invited to participate in games, street performances and satires as for example “the kidnapping of the bride”, the “Cadi”, the “smudging of people”. These performances in combination with good wine and the music of the lyre are a successful formula for a unique experience. Links: www.carnivalrethymno.com
