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The Rithymna Beach lies on the 14 km Rethymnon beach. Whilst
the hotel has all the facilities of a miniature village, guests may walk to
neighbouring settlements (Adele, Aghia Parakevi, Maroulas) or the nearby lively
resort village of Platanias.
The hotel's conference and banqueting facilities have played host to numerous
international meetings, seminars and conferences. The conference rooms
accommodate from 12 to 350 persons and can be fully equipped with all technical
requirements. ;
All conference rooms have natural light and offer spectacular sea and garden
views.
The professional yet friendly service combined with superb catering,
entertainment and sports facilities assure the most memorable events on the
island of Crete.
Ample car parking is available for the guests.
Technical Facilities
- Podium / lectern
- Overhead projectors
- Video projector
- Flip charts
- Video large screen
- Video TV/screen
- Slide projectors
- Microphones (normal & cordless)
The aristocratic buildings and Cretan village area house double rooms,
bungalow garden rooms, suites and villas. Choose between a view over the 80,000
m² of mature gardens with its colourful plants or a panoramic view of the
aquamarine sea and beach stretching down to the Venetian Fortress in the old
town of Rethymnon.
Standard Accommodation
Standard Double Room Sea or Garden View
Main building, garden / mountain view, total area 24,42m2
All main building accommodation have been charmingly furnished and decorated
with attractive colours and care to offer every comfort with fully fitted carpet
floors, twin beds or double bed, selected rooms are equipped with 3rd bed (sofa
bed).
- Balcony/terrace,
- Bath/shower/WC,
- Bathrobe,
- Slippers and Hairdryer,
- Direct dial telephone,
- Sat TV,
- Refrigerator,
- Safe,
- Centrally operated air conditioning / heating.
Standard occupancy 3 persons.
Bungalow Garden View
Total area 30,42m2.
Charming open plan bungalows all spread around our bungalow village area
amidst the well kept gardens / mountain view. Spacious and well furnished for
comfort in summer colours with double or twin beds and a sofa bed.
Room facilities include:
- Bath / Shower / WC,
- Bathrobe,
- Slippers and Hairdryer,
- Direct dial telephone,
- Sat TV, refrigerator,
- Safe,
- Manually operated air conditioning / heating.
Family rooms open plan style
Situated in the Bungalow village area set amongst the gardens / mountain
view, total area 32,56m2.
27 Family rooms situated in our bungalow village area set amongst the gardens /
mountain view and 4 family rooms in our main building. All spacious open plan
style rooms with twin beds and two sofa beds, delightfully decorated and very
well furnished and designed to cater for families with young children.
Superior family room sea view
Overlooking the pool with sea view, total area 32,56m2.
Main building accommodation situated directly on the beach front overlooking the
outdoor pool. These family rooms are open plan style and for extra privacy there
is a stained glass sliding door separating the main bedroom area with double bed
from the bedroom / sitting area with the 2 sofa beds. Few of these room types
are ground floor and all others have balcony.
Luxury Accommodation
Royal Pavilion
Sea view and total area of 220m2
A magnificent villa right in the centre of the Hotel estate, just a few
steps away from the sea, with its own private entrance and court-yard. Featuring
a subtropical garden where a private pool to help cool the atmosphere this villa
even has an antique olive-press.
Ground floor comprises of a large dining area & lounge with TV, music,
direct-dial telephone, adjustable air conditioning, as well as a Bar corner with
mini bar, study, and a second WC.
The hall leads to a first bedroom with its own marble bathroom complete with
exclusive toiletries and telephone, and onto a tiled covered veranda, private
pool and secluded garden with deckchairs, soft mattresses and sunshades.
Inside, the wooden staircase leads up to the master bedroom, equipped with an
exercise bike, TV with integrated music, direct-dial telephone, adjustable air
conditioning and safe and communicating onto an all-marble sky lit bathroom with
exclusive toiletries, telephone, two wash basins, a Jacuzzi bathtub and separate
shower cabin. In this accommodation, you will also be able to appreciate some
antique works of art, all in complete privacy. The breathtaking view from the
top-floor balcony will just carry you away.
Dream Villa
Beach front row, direct sea view - total area 190m2
Traditional Cretan villas with local architectural elements situated
right on the sandy beach and surrounded by gardens with high stone and rock
walls offering unparalleled protection to your privacy.
All villas feature small pools with Hydro-massage, outdoor lounge & exotic
vegetation, deckchairs with soft mattresses.
The master bedroom with wooden floor and delicate fabrics in romantic summer
shades is equipped with TV & integrated music, direct-dial telephone and
adjustable air conditioning
.
Villas also comprise a second bedroom, two marble bathrooms with exclusive
cosmetics and an intimate lounge with dining corner and stone fireplace, which
is also equipped with TV & integrated music, direct-dial telephone, safe, mini
bar and adjustable air conditioning.
Deluxe Junior Villas Sea View with Private Pool
Total area 125m2.
Traditional Cretan villas with local architectural elements set right on the
sandy beach. Gardens surrounded by high walls made of stone and rock, to offer
unparalleled protection to your privacy.
All villas differ where decoration is concerned and feature small pools with
hydro massage, outdoor lounge with exotic vegetation and deckchairs with soft
mattresses.
The master bedroom with wooden floor and in delicate fabrics of romantic summer
shades is equipped with TV & integrated music, direct dial telephone and
manually operated air conditioning. The villas comprise of a second bedroom and
two marble bathrooms with exclusive cosmetics and an intimate lounge with dining
corner equipped with TV & integrated music, direct - dial telephone, safe and
Mini bar.
Deluxe 2 - Bedroom Bungalow suite waterfront
Total area 55m2.
First floor, this newly renovated accommodation has 2 large spacious double
rooms, one large bathroom and balconies with direct view of the sea. Facilities
include TV & Integrated music, direct dial telephone, safety deposit box and
mini bar as well as manually controlled air conditioning / heating. Set in a
quiet area, stylishly decorated in earthen colours, this accommodation offers
space and comfort at its best.
Deluxe 1 - Bedroom Suite Sea View
Main building with total area size of 50,04m2
These luxurious suites feature a spacious lounge, dining corner, bedroom and
marble bathroom with exclusive cosmetics. The exquisite soft furnishings are in
striped silk taffeta of royal gold shades and the floor is covered with thick
carpets.
The suite opens onto a balcony with a breathtaking view over the the sea and is
fully equipped with all the modern conveniences: TV with integrated music,
direct dial telephone, safe, mini bar, adjustable air conditioning.
Deluxe 2 - Bedroom Suite Sea View
Main building with total area space of 90m2
These luxurious suites feature a spacious lounge area, study and dining area,
two separate bedrooms (one with double bed and the other with two single beds)
and marble bathrooms with exclusive cosmetics and telephone.
These suites are equipped with 2 TVs with integrated music, direct dial
telephone, safe, mini bar and adjustable air conditioning.
The exquisite soft furnishing are in striped silk taffeta in royal shades of
gold and the floor is covered with thick carpets.
From the large terrace with its wooden deck chairs and soft mattresses, with the
comfortable open-air lounge area under the pergola, guests can appreciate the
breathtaking view over the sea and will discover and enjoy the picturesque
landscape.
Maisonettes
In the Cretan village area with side sea view and total area of 90m2
These villas are a reproduction of traditional Cretan style Maisonettes and are
decorated with ultramarine and cream - coloured delicate fabrics.
The ground floor apartment features large sofas which can easily become
children's beds, and is equipped with TV with integrated music, direct - dial
telephone, safe, mini bar and adjustable air conditioning, bathroom with
exclusive cosmetics. The terrace is surrounded by quiet gardens and features a
dining corner, deckchairs with soft mattresses, and all just a few steps away
from the sea.
The wooden staircase leads up to the master bedroom, equipped with direct - dial
telephone and adjustable air conditioning. It communicates with a marble
bathroom with exclusive cosmetics and separate telephone, and features a private
balcony with unparalleled view to the sea.
Junior Bungalow Suite Waterfront Private Pool
Beachfront, direct sea view, private pool, total area 60m2.
These Bungalows suites are designed like an authentic Cretan Village style. They
all lie directly on the beach and in front have large Mediterranean style
gardens. The open - plan style rooms with living room and bedroom area feature
wooden and wrought iron furniture and marble bathrooms with exclusive cosmetics
open onto a stone terrace with romantic furniture, deck chairs with soft
mattresses.
Bungalow suites are equipped with TV & integrated music, direct dial telephone,
safe, mini bar and manually controlled air conditioning.
Junior Bungalow Suite Waterfront
Direct sea view, total area 60m2.
These Bungalows suites are designed like an authentic Cretan Village style. They
all lie directly on the beach and in front have large Mediterranean style
gardens. The open - plan style rooms with living room and bedroom area feature
wooden and wrought iron furniture and marble bathrooms with exclusive cosmetics
open onto a stone terrace with romantic furniture, deck chairs with soft
mattresses.
Bungalow suites are equipped with TV & Integrated music, direct dial telephone,
safe, mini bar and manually controlled air conditioning.
One Bedroom Bungalow Suite
Total area 30,42m2.
Charming open plan style in the midst of our bungalow village area set amongst
the well kept gardens / mountain view.
Spacious and stylishly furnished in summer colours with double or twin beds and
a sofa bed to offer the best of comfort.
Deluxe 1 - Bedroom Bungalow Suite Waterfront
These luxurious suites feature a spacious lounge, dining corner, bedroom
and marble bathroom with exclusive cosmetics. Exquisitely furnished and
decorated in luxurious colours. These suites open onto a balcony and have a
breathtaking view over the sea.
The suite is fully equipped with all modern conveniences: TV & Integrated music,
direct dial telephone, safe, mini bar, manually controlled air conditioning.
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Facilities:
Around the clock, by experienced hotel personnel offering a discrete &
professional service.
The hotel features:
- Guest Services: Guest Relations & "Best of the Best" Loyalty Club
services
- Reception / Concierge services include: Messages, Car Rental
/Excursions, Airline information, Bank-Exchange, Credit cards, Porter,
Doctor's surgery and clinic 200m
- Medical Care (on call 24-hours). Chemist 150m / Hospital 7 kms.
- Room service - 07:00-02:00 - food & drinks
- Children's services include : Baby sitting (at a charge), cots, baby
food, early children's dinners
- Business services - Internet Corner
- Postal Services - Express Courier Service
- Dry cleaning-laundry
- "Lithos" Jewellery, Souvenir / mini market shop, hairdresser, antique
lyra maker
Special Notes:
This hotel is a handicapped friendly hotel with ramps in some areas of the
hotel, and doors wide enough to fit wheelehairs. Guests in wheelchairs should
always be accompanied as some areas may be difficult to access.
Animals are not allowed in the hotel by Greek law.
The hotel's conference and banqueting facilities have played host to numerous
international meetings, seminars and conferences. The conference rooms
accommodate from 12 to 350 persons and can be fully equipped with all technical
requirements. ;
All conference rooms have natural light and offer spectacular sea and garden
views.
The professional yet friendly service combined with superb catering,
entertainment and sports facilities assure the most memorable events on the
island of Crete.
Ample car parking is available for the guests.
Technical Facilities
- Podium / lectern
- Overhead projectors
- Video projector
- Flip charts
- Video large screen
- Video TV/screen
- Slide projectors
- Microphones (normal & cordless)
There’s no doubt that the Aquila Rithymna Beach has one of the finest
selections of drinking and dining venues in all the Grecotels. Not only has it
won numerous guest awards, this hotel has also been presented with the
Fourchette d’Or and is one of only seven Chaine des Rotisseurs restaurants in
Greece.
Bars
- Loggia Lounge Bar:Nikos and his team prepare tropical cocktails and local
drinks. Enjoy a pre-dinner ouzo or while away the evening on the veranda
overlooking the sparkling sea.
- Great Hellas: Greek Kafeneion in the Cretan Village square serves
traditional Greek drinks and ‘mezes’.
- The Rimondi:cafeteria/brasserie is opened until 18:00 for a late
breakfast, refreshing drink or light meal.
- Beach Bar
Room Service
Delicious selection of original dishes & beverages are proposed on
the room service menu.
Dress Code
Gentlemen are kindly requested to wear long trousers in all hotel departments
during the evening.
Rithymna Main Restaurant
Open for breakfast and dinner with delicious Greek and international
specialities. Starters, soup, salads and desserts are found on the extensive
buffets whilst a choice of main courses and drinks are waiter service. All fresh
salads & vegetables are 100% organic grown.
Taverna Mournies
Sit under the shade of the mulberry trees overlooking the tropical pool
and enjoy an a la carte lunch or take part in the regular special theme nights
(Cretan Evening, Lobster Dinner, Fish Festival etc.) whilst enjoying the live
entertainment.
Ancient Eleftherna
This exclusive restaurant tempt even the most gourmet palate with Cretan & Greek
specialities. The sublime recipes are prepared using the organic vegetables and
produce.
Laguna Self Service
For a more informal lunch, visit the Laguna Restaurant by the indoor
pool. A vast selection of salads, hot & cold starters and main courses,
desserts, fruit and drinks are displayed for your personal selection.
Food & Beverage Highlights
Weekly special theme dinners in the Taverna Mournies - barbecue, lobster
evening, fish festival with extra charge.
Two theme nights are arranged weekly in the main restaurant (e.g. Greek,
Italian, Mediterranean). No extra charge for guests on half- or full-board.
The longest sandy Beach in Crete, and the blue Aegean as an alternative to
the hotel pools...
The hotel lies on the longest sandy beach in Crete, offering views of the
"Mt. Psiloritis" and "White Mountains" and down to the old town of Rethymno with
its Venetian Fortress. Swimming in the blue Aegean Sea is an alternative to the
hotel's choice of pools. The famous huge exotic pool (with children's area) in
the shape of little islands connected by small bridges help your dream of
Paradise become reality.
Outdoor Pools
- 1 tropical seawater pool (with children's area). Area: 980 m2
Depth: 0.60 to 2.30 m
- 1 fresh-water garden pool (with children's area). Area: 340 m2
Depth : 1.05 x 1.35 x 2.55 m
- 1 fresh-water pool (seafront). Area : 165 m2
Depth : 1.50 m
- 1 fresh-water paddling pool (by the family rooms). Area : 20 m2
Depth : 0.45 m
- 1 Indoor fresh-water pool heated October to April). Area : 100 m2
Depth : 1.40 m
Guests staying in the Luxury Accommodation Villas have their own private
pool.
Hotel Beaches
500 meters long
Sandy/shingle beach
This beach is awarded the "Blue Flag" in compliance to the directives of the
European programme: water quality; environmental management; safety, services
and facilities; environmental education and information. Nesting beach for the
endangered Sea Turtle species Caretta caretta.
Beach and Pool facilities
- Beach towels
- Showers / WC
- Changing Cabins
- Umbrellas & sun beds
- Beach and Pool Bar
- Water sports Center
Sports & entertainment for all ages
Of all the Aquila Hotels & Resorts , Rithymna Beach has one of
the most extensive sports and entertainment menus. From youngsters to the
young-at-heart, from morning to night, from active to passive - there’s
something to suit everyone.
Tennis
- 5 Astroturf Tennis Courts (2 with floodlights)
- Tennis coaching
Fitness
- Sauna
- Massage
- Gymnasium
- Outdoor gymnastic area
Water sports
- Professional instructors
- Windsurfing
- Water-skiing
- Pedaloes
- Parasailing
- Catamaran sailing
- Wet bikes
- Canoes
Atlantis Diving Centre
- PADI trained instructors
- Beginners to advanced courses
- Introductory lessons in pool
- Equipment hire
- Dives in exotic locations off the Cretan coast
Mountain Bike Centre
- Training / excursions
- Rental
- Technical service
- Miscellaneous
Table tennis
- Beach volleyball
- Atelier (T-shirt, silk painting, creative workshop)
- Archery
Beach & Pool facilities
- 3 outdoor pools (1 large seawater, 2 fresh water)
- Children’s pool
- Paddling pool
- Beach towels on loan
- Showers / changing cabins
- Sunbeds & umbrellas - free of charge by the pools and at the beach
Entertainment
The hotel's entertainment team offers a variety of activities from morning
gym, aerobics and beach games to dancing lessons, evening shows and musical
nights from the rich tradition of the island.
Daytime Activities
- Gymnastics : morning gym, aerobics, Tai Bo etc.
- Vita Aktiva : breathing & relaxation exercises, creative activities
- Atelier Studio : T-shirt & silk painting, creative workshop
- Sport : Table tennis, beach volley, waterball, beach games, pool games
- Culture : walks, Sirtaki dance lessons, Greek language lessons, Greek
cookery lessons and local culture etc.
Evening Activities
- Animation shows
- Professional entertainment shows
- Folklore dance show
- Live hotel band with dancing
- Piano player and much more.
"Kri Kri" Children's Camp & Club
Relax, enjoy your holidays and let them help your children have the best
time of their life. Free of charge!!!
The self-contained "Kri Kri" Children's Club resembles a multi-coloured
fairytale village complete with miniature bedrooms, amphitheatre, Kafeneion,
atelier, water mill, miniature river, wishing-well and playground.
For children 3-6 years old and 6-12 years old during mornings and afternoons
(all season) there is affectionate and sensible care by qualified multi-lingual
personnel. Children’s menu (3-12 yrs) arranged every evening throughout the
season. From mid-June to mid-September, possibility of overnight stay for
children aged 6-12 years.
Adventures, competitions, handicrafts, drawing and theatre performances keep
even the most energetic youngsters amused and leave parents free to relax. Free
cots, highchairs and early children's menus are just some of our other special
offers for "junior guests".
Club 4U
Teenagers (12-17 yrs old) may join in the Club 4 U activities during the
main summer months (mid-June to mid Sept.). A selection of activities is
available and, depending on the group, a daily programme is arranged. Internet
Corner also available. During these peak summer months, the Club 4 U active
youth programme is also arranged for teenagers (13+ years old).
Free
- "Kri Kri" Children's Camp (overnight facilities mid-June to
mid-September, 6-12 years old)
- "Kri Kri" Children's Camp Club (3-12 years old)
- Club 4 U - teenage programme
- Children shows, creative games, children's playground, fun, games,
competitions, etc.
- Baby cots
- Baby food
- Children's high chairs
- Early children’s meals
- Special children’s menu
- Babysitter (on request, fixed prices)
The hotel's conference and banqueting facilities have played host to numerous
international meetings, seminars and conferences. The conference rooms
accommodate from 12 to 350 persons and can be fully equipped with all technical
requirements. ;
All conference rooms have natural light and offer spectacular sea and garden
views.
The professional yet friendly service combined with superb catering,
entertainment and sports facilities assure the most memorable events on the
island of Crete.
Ample car parking is available for the guests.
Technical Facilities
- Podium / lectern
- Overhead projectors
- Video projector
- Flip charts
- Video large screen
- Video TV/screen
- Slide projectors
- Microphones (normal & cordless)
Greece, Crete, Rethymnon, Rethymnon Suburbs
