Palazzino Di Corina, Rethymno (Crete)

Location & Access

Palazzino Di Corina sits on a quiet street in the heart of Rethymno's Old Town, 2 minutes from the Venetian port and the Fortezza. The sandy beach is a 10-minute walk, while the Historical and Folklore Museum is around the corner. Guests can reach the hotel by taxi that stops right before the entrance, and nearby paid parking is available for €20 per day.

Accommodation & Room Features

The hotel offers 29 carefully restored guestrooms, each with antique furnishings and a spa bath. Units include a satellite TV, safety deposit box, and free internet connection; some rooms feature a four-poster bed or a balcony overlooking the Old Town. Junior suites provide a separate seating area and a mezzanine sleeping level.

Dining & Breakfast

A full English breakfast is served each morning in the pretty breakfast room, with hot and cold options including fresh Cretan ingredients. The on-site Corina restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, offering fish dishes and starters that guests have called the best in Rethymno. A coffee house on site provides snacks and wine/champagne throughout the day.

Services & Hospitality

A 24-hour front desk offers concierge service, luggage storage, and airport shuttle arrangements (both pick-up and drop-off). Housekeeping is provided daily, and the staff is known for carrying luggage up stairs and giving personalised recommendations. The hotel also provides pool/beach towels and can arrange car hire or laundry service.

Courtyard & Outdoor Pool

A seasonal outdoor plunge pool is set in a charming flowered courtyard with sun loungers and comfortable seating. The courtyard garden is open from late spring through autumn and is used by guests for relaxation between walks. The pool area also offers a tranquil space for an evening glass of wine, away from the street noise.

Highlights

Location: Steps from Venetian Harbour, Fortezza, and Old Town shops

Rooms: 29 restored rooms with antique furniture & spa baths

Dining: On-site Corina restaurant with Cretan seafood dishes

Breakfast: Full English buffet with fresh local ingredients

Service: 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, daily housekeeping

Pool: Seasonal plunge pool in a flowered courtyard