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Aquila Porto Rethymno

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool

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Exterior
Superior Room, Sea View
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Nestled by the sea, Aquila Porto Rethymno offers an eco-certified haven where you can unwind with yoga classes, sun loungers and a rejuvenating sauna. Enjoy a breakfast buffet and dinner at one of two on-site restaurants or grab coffee from the cafe; helpful staff are always available to assist.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Spa

Room options

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Deluxe Room Sea Front

Deluxe Room Sea Front

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite (Penthouse)

Suite (Penthouse)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 732 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Signature sea view

Signature sea view

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite (Executive)

Junior Suite (Executive)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Single Room (Urban View)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, Sea View | Interior

Standard Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, City View (Urban View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Pool view room

Classic Pool view room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Superior Top Floor sea view room

Superior Top Floor sea view room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room, Partial Sea View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 291 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

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Sikelianou & Venizelou 52A, Rethymno, Crete Island, 74100

What's nearby

  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rimondi Fountain - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Crete - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rethymnon Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moka - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Παραλία Ρεθύμνου (Rethymno Beach) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kandavlos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dome - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Palmbeach - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aquila Porto Rethymno

Luxury eco-certified hotel by the sea
Consider a stay at Aquila Porto Rethymno and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with sun loungers and beach yoga. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. Be sure to enjoy breakfast and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Yoga classes are offered at the health club; the property also has shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sun loungers
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge), and meeting rooms
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All 200 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and electric kettles

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Aquila Porto Rethymno are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Main
  • Piazza di Porto

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sauna
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (26 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The children's club is available June-September from 10 AM to noon and 4-6 PM.
Property Registration Number 1041Κ010A0105300

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Aquila Porto
Aquila Porto Rethymno
Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel
Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel Rethimnon
Aquila Porto Rethymno Rethimnon
Porto Aquila Rethymno
Aquila Porto Hotel
Aquila Porto Rethymno Rethymnon
Porto Rethymnon
Hotel Aquila Porto Rethymno
Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel Rethymnon, Crete
Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel
Aquila Porto Rethymno Rethymno

Frequently asked questions

Does Aquila Porto Rethymno have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquila Porto Rethymno?

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquila Porto Rethymno on Oct 1, 2025 start from CA $301.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Aquila Porto Rethymno pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aquila Porto Rethymno?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Aquila Porto Rethymno?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Aquila Porto Rethymno provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Aquila Porto Rethymno?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Aquila Porto Rethymno located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Rethymno hotel is in the entertainment district, steps from Town Beach and Blue Beach. St. Anthony Gorge and Paleontological Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Aquila Porto Rethymno Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the stay and enjoyed the hotel amenities. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service inckluding free sun beds at the beach plus beach service, lovely view from the hotel room, great staff, clean and spacious room - we'll be back! :-)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel! Definitely recommend. The beach is only steps away, and pretty much near everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with three pools, excellent breakfast buffet, top notch service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taras

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place. Great location, walking convenience to everything needed for the nice vacation. Beach, water activities like paragliding and jetski, dining, bars, tours, old town, shopping, etc. The hotel itself is well maintained, great service and useful amenities at the hotel itself, like pools, deck, spa, dining and cafe. Will consider staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This trip was planned in a hurry and we chose this Hotel by random. A lucky hit. Everything was perfect. Location, food, cleanliness, welcoming staff and the amazing breakfast. Recomended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here, the hotel and room was immaculate condition. Shame the pool was a bit too cold at end of October but made use of the warm indoor pool and jacuzzi. Breakfast had a great choice and staff could not have been more friendly. Highly recommend. Only downfall was our room was supposed to be full sea view but more like partial sea view from first floor as part of hotel building blocked the majority of the sea view from our balcony.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great quality hotel with all amenities

Had a great stay here! I have stayed here before and probably will again. The breakfast is exceptionally good and all else is great but two minor inconveniences: the gym could be open maybe an hour or two more (today it closes at 6 pm) and there aren't that many sunbeds at the hotel main pool (but I mostly used the beach anyways which is right outside of the hotel) and the
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Line

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could be better for a 5-star resort

Overall aan excellent stay. Quite impeccable. Two things however for a 5-star hotel, there should be parking facilities options. We are left own our own. Options could include an underground garage, possibly off valet parking (with a fee) or at the very least, clear indications with maps of the locations of paid parking lots. Second thing, again a 5-star hotel should have either freshly squeezed orange juice or at least pitchers of none-concentrated OJ. Certainly not pale OJ from a fountain dispenser.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

sadesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need to work more on room cleaniness. Found hair on bathroom shower head pipe and hair dryer not powerful enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
De accomodatie is gelegen vlak bij het oude centrum van Rethymnon en de haven. Wij hadden een zeer goede kamer (zijdelings zeezicht). Er is een groot strand met parasols en drankbedeling tegenover het hotel. Service en eten zijn zeer goed. Zeer vriendelijk personeel. Enige nadeel is de transfer in gedeelde shuttle (lees tourbus) van Danaos Travel. Als je boekt, zie je een taxi voor 7 personen, maar in werkelijkheid is dit steeds een tourbus voor 50 pers. die zo dikwijls stopt dat je over de afstand van 78km, 3uren p de bus zit. Er is natuurlijk de optie van een taxi, maar dat kost dan 3x zoveel.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location and facilities were great although quite noisy at times. Staff were all lovely and willing to help in any way they could. Staff came to the beach a few days giving watermelon and drinks to everyone that wanted it which was a nice touch. Rooms were good but not 5 star with broken tiles and room cleaning was erratic ( some items replaced some days and not others)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stein Arne

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

NATHALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tres bon sejour a refaire

Bel hotel. Tres bien placé, en face de la plage et environ 15 minutes de la vieille ville, proche de commerces, restaurants. Le personnel est tres sympathique, souriant, disponible, professionnel a tous les niveaux (plage,restaurants, bar,réception,... supers équipes). Hotel bien entretenu. Tres bonnes prestations aux restaurants (repas variés , beaucoup de choix!). En septembre, beaucoup de places piscines et plage Seul petit bémol: le ménage dans la chambre est trop rapidement "expédié" (en 2 semaines certaines lacunes: toilettes, sols, balcon..). Un tres bon séjour a renouveler!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Annie

Vi hadde et fint opphold. Men alt gikk veldig tregt i bar/lunsjområdet.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britt Næssø

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mycket bra läge, wow frukost!!!

Ett riktigt bra läge precis vid stranden och ca 15 min till gamla stan som som är vackert med sina gränder som aldrig tar slut. Dem har 2 st poolområden ute 1 inne men solstolar är det tyvärr lite för få av men det finns stolar och egna strandstolar om man gillar havet. Frukosten var otroligt bra med mycket variation. Kändes lite slitet så 4+ stjärnor för min del. Kommer gärna tillbaka.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Amazing hotel

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Melis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wie waren im allgemeinen zufrieden mit dem Hotel. Positiv fanden wir vor allem die Lage in Rethymno. Zu Fuß war die Stadtmitte schnell zu erreichen, wo es zahlreiche Geschäfte, Restaurants und auch Bars mit guter(lauter)Musik gab. Ebenso waren die Mitarbeiter und Mitarbeiterinnen immer sehr freundlich und haben sich gut um einen gekümmert. Das Hotel war sauber und das Zimmer wird auch regelmäßig gereinigt, wenn man das so möchte. Aktivitäten gab es auch einige, allerdings waren diese eher minimal. Wer hier ein Hotel mit vollem Programm sucht, wo die Animation viele verschiedene Dinge anbietet und sehr aktiv im Animieren ist, ist hier eher nicht richtig. Wir haben das aber nicht gebraucht, weshalb wir es ganz angenehm fanden, dass man einfach wenn man Lust hat selbst zu den Aktivitäten gehen kann.Es wurden Pilates, Step, Yoga, Stretching, aber auch Boccia angeboten.Die Pools sind eher relativ klein und deshalb relativ schnell voll, wenn man nicht rechtzeitig zu den Liegen geht. Das hat uns aber auch nicht weiter gestört, denn wir wollten eher an den Strand. Der Strand ist durch die gut befahrene Hauptstraße abgetrennt, die man überqueren muss, um zu dem Hoteleigenen Abschnitt mit Liegen und Schirmen zu gelangen. Das hat uns aber tatsächlich auch nicht unbedingt gestört, da der Strand ganz schön war. Essen fanden wir auch gut. Es war in der Regel abwechslungsreich. Abends gab es auch Musikprogramme, die auch schön waren. Es gibt einen kleinen Fitnessbereich und einen Spa.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024