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Hotel Babis

Property class: 2
A peaceful retreat near Arkadi Monastery where travelers can unwind by the pool while experiencing authentic local hospitality and natural surroundings

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Hotel Babis, minutes from historic Arkadi Monastery, offers a quiet escape. Guests enjoy continental breakfast on the rooftop terrace, browse the library, and stay connected with high-speed WiFi. Convenient luggage storage is available for early arrivals or late departures.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the sea through an open door.

Standard Room

  • Mountain view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located on the beach, Hotel Babis is in Skaleta, a neighbourhood in Rethymno. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Anthony Gorge and Municipal Garden, while Museum of Contemporary Art and Military Museum are cultural highlights. Arkadi Monastery and Rimondi Fountain are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Rethymno travel guide
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Skaleta, Rethymno P.B. - 5167, Skaleta, Rethymno, Crete Island, 741 00

What's nearby

  • beach near Σφακάκι
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Spilies Beach
    5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Geropotamos Beach
    5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Rethimno Kart
    6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Platanes Beach
    7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Σπίτι του Πολιού (Poliou House)
    4 min drive
  • Taverna Stratos
    7 min drive
  • Taverna Poppy
    5 min drive
  • Finikas
    7 min drive
  • Zeno Lobby Bar
    6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Babis

  • Hotel near Rimondi Fountain
  • Located close to Arkadi Monastery, Hotel Babis provides free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
    • A TV in reception, multilingual staff and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Hotel Babis boast thoughtful touches, such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with showers
    • Full-sized fridge/freezers, rollaway/extra beds and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Babis

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Rollaway/extra bed
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1995
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 14-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20 per person (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
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 May to 10 October
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Babis have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Is Hotel Babis pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Babis?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Babis?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Babis?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel Babis provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 20 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Babis located?

Nestled on the beach, this Skaleta hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Arkadi Monastery, St. Anthony Gorge and Municipal Garden. Rimondi Fountain and Museum of Contemporary Art are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Babis Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

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