Rethymno travel guide
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You're Going to Love Rethymno
With a population of 32.468, Rethymno is a must-see destination in Crete, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 14 days in order to fully appreciate everything Rethymno has to offer.
Where to Eat in Rethymno
If you’re looking for affordable options, Lemonokipos Restaurant (Eth. Antistaseos 100) and Piazza di Porto (S. Venizelou 52) are great picks.
When to visit Rethymno
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rethymno in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 134 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Rethymno, with an average rainfall of 1 mm.
How to Get to Rethymno
Plane
Although Rethymno doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chania Souda (CHQ), which is located 35 km from Rethymno. The shortest flight to Rethymno from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 17h 50m.
Car
Another option to get to Rethymno is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 298 km from Rethymno. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Europcar, among others, in Athens.
Airports near Rethymno
Airlines serving Rethymno
Where to stay in Rethymno
From 5-star hotels such as the Agelia Beach Hotel to great affordable options like the Iperion Beach, Rethymno offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 275 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 466 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ilian Beach and Archontiko Old Town Suites.
Where to stay in popular areas of Rethymno
Most booked hotels in Rethymno
Hiring a car in Rethymno
Expect to pay AED 7.79 per litre in Rethymno (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 93.43 and AED 124.58. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Rethymno, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.