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About the Hotel

16 Melissinou Str., Rethymno (Crete), Greece, 74100
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Steps from the Old Town
Great
8.5
8.8
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4.8
4.6
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Being located in the centre of Rethymno, only a 5-minute walk from the Rethymnon Old Town, the 3-star Fortezza Hotel Rethymno offers a sundeck and spa therapy. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, a private parking lot on site and a swimming pool.

Location

The star-shaped Fortezza of Rethymno is around 400 metres away, while the well-curated Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is steps away from the fantastic hotel. Historical and Folklore Museum is within 10 minutes' walk of this accommodation.

The sandy beach is 1.7 km away. The smoke-free hotel will also take you to the Rethymno city, which is 20 minutes' walk away.

The nearest bus stop Bosporou 15 is 550 metres away.

Rooms

The Fortezza offers rooms with a balcony and a terrace featuring climate control, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A private balcony is featured in the rooms. Guests can take advantage of views of the city.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is available from 07:30 to 10:30. Gastronomic options include a lounge bar. To Patriko serves Greek dishes and lies just moments from this property.

Leisure & Business

Beach facilities at the hotel include lounge chairs, parasols, and towels.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the stunning Fortezza Fortress at sunset for breathtaking views.
  • Savor traditional moussaka at Avli in the heart of Rethymno.
  • Stroll through the lively, colorful Rethymno Market on Saturdays.
  • Explore the hidden Minoan site of Eleutherna just outside the city.
  • Enjoy a local raki tasting at a nearby taverna while mingling with locals.
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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
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
Family Room
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Fortezza Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 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
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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
Chania International Airport "Ioannis Daskalogiannis" (CHQ)101 min  ·  41.8 mi
Heraklion International Airport 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 228 verified reviews
8.6/10
Great
91%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.7/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Location
9.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.0/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 479 reviews
8.5/10
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