Hotel Ideon, Rethymno (Crete)

Hotel Ideon - A 3-star hotel with sea-view balconies, a poolside garden, and proximity to Rethymno's historic landmarks

Hotel Ideon features a central building with four floors, offering balconies facing the Mediterranean Sea to the north and views of Rethymno’s medieval town to the south. The property includes a lush garden with courtyards, a pool, and sun beds, alongside two renovated historic buildings. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, refrigerators, and free Wi-Fi, with options ranging from standard doubles to one-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes. A breakfast buffet with Cretan specialties like rusks, cheese, and mountain tea is served daily, while the on-site restaurant offers Mediterranean and international dishes. The bar, Café Separe, serves desserts, coffee, and cocktails in a sea-view setting. Located in Old Town Rethymno, Hotel Ideon is 200 meters from the Venetian harbor and 800 meters from the sandy beach, with landmarks like Fortezza fortress and Mikrasiaton Square within 500 meters. A conference room for 50 people is available, along with free public parking nearby.

Pros

Balconies in the main building offer views of the Mediterranean Sea or the historic town.

The poolside garden and snack bar provide a relaxed outdoor setting.

Proximity to Rethymno’s Venetian harbor, Fortezza fortress, and sandy beach.

A breakfast buffet includes Cretan specialties like rusks, honey, and mountain tea.

Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and common areas.

Cons

Limited parking availability may require use of paid private options nearby.

Some rooms face narrow streets, which may lack scenic views.