May Beach Hotel, Rethymno (Crete)

May Beach Hotel - A family-run 4-star hotel with palm-tree gardens, poolside dining, and proximity to Platanes Beach

Located 200 meters from Platanes Beach and 4 km from Rethymnon city center, May Beach Hotel offers 76 air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, safes, and furnished balconies overlooking the garden and pool. Guests can choose between double, twin, triple, or family rooms, the latter accommodating up to four guests with separate bedrooms. The hotel’s buffet restaurant serves Greek, Cretan, and international cuisine for breakfast and dinner, featuring locally sourced vegetables from on-site farms. A pool bar provides light meals, cocktails, and evening entertainment, including weekly Greek and Cretan-themed nights. Facilities include a swimming pool, children’s playground, tennis court, and 24-hour reception. The local bus service offers easy access to Rethymnon, while Heraklion and Chania airports are 75 km and 60 km away, respectively.

Pros

The 400-meter path to Platanes Beach provides direct, convenient access.

Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are used in the restaurant’s daily-changing menus.

Family rooms with separate bedrooms accommodate up to four guests.

The outdoor pool and children’s playground cater to families.

Weekly themed nights feature Greek and Cretan entertainment.

Cons

The nearest major town, Rethymnon, requires a 4 km commute.

Some rooms may face garden views rather than the sea.