Steris Elegant Beach Hotel & Apartments offers relaxation and recreation near Town Beach and St. Anthony Gorge. Guests can soak up the sun on the beach, sip drinks at the poolside bar, enjoy Thai massages at the spa, or find a good read from the hotel library.
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Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Air-conditioning
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Located in Rethymno, Steris Elegant Beach Hotel is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Town Beach and St. Anthony Gorge, while Paleontological Museum and Museum of Wooden Sculptures are cultural highlights. Kara Mousha Pasha Mosque and Ecclesiastical Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Rethymno travel guide
When you stay at this beach aparthotel, you can enjoy umbrellas and sunloungers. Each apartment boasts a deep soaking tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchenette. Comforts include a pillowtop bed and Egyptian cotton sheets, and guests will also find conveniences, such as a fridge and an electric kettle.
Steris Elegant Beach Hotel offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and designer toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
1 building
3 floors
32 units
Bicycle rentals
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 15 days prior to check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 17 per day.
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 1.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Air conditioning is available for an additional fee
In-room safe fee: EUR 14 per week
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 17 per day
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 major credit cards and cash
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 1041Κ032A0093800
We should mention
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 May to October
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Steris Beach
Steris Beach Hotel Rethimnon
Steris Beach Rethimnon
Steris Beach Hotel Rethymnon
Steris Beach Hotel
Steris Beach Rethymnon
Steris Elegant Beach Hotel Apartments Rethymnon
Steris Elegant Beach Hotel Apartments
Steris Elegant Beach Rethymnon
Steris Elegant Beach
Frequently asked questions
Does Steris Elegant Beach Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
Is Steris Elegant Beach Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Steris Elegant Beach Hotel ?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Steris Elegant Beach Hotel ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Steris Elegant Beach Hotel ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Steris Elegant Beach Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Rethymno, this beach aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Town Beach, St. Anthony Gorge and Paleontological Museum. Kara Mousha Pasha Mosque and Rethymnon Venetian Port are also within 1 mi (2 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
Steris Elegant Beach Hotel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0
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9.0
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8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 163 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 163 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 163 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 163 reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Amanda
22 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Good location, lots of local reataurants. Walking distance to Old Town and beach . Room was spacious and comfortable, great to have a fridge and freezer. Staff friendly and helpful.
The hotel is beautifully designed and maintained. The staff is wonderful and very helpful.
The location was quite a shock as the hotel is situated in a 2 km stretch of restaurants, souvenir shops, and noisy clubs across from the beach. We would have preferred a quaint setting in the Old Town.
Nice people, friendly, clean. Many good restaurants around. Short walk to the fortress and old town.
Parking in the street is possible in off season (oct). Recommend Sotos, Hercules and the italian restaurant opposite the street.
Martin
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sayantan
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had the perfect stay at Steris Beach Hotel. Very much recommended. No complaints all well, it was such a satisfying stay. We booked a junior suite and the view was stunning. The rooms are clean, modern and spacious with two bathrooms (a very big plus). The location of the hotel is great, everything is at a walkable distance. The hotel owner is very nice and warm, and so was all the staffs. A big thank you for making our stay so memorable. We would definitely come back again.
Overall this was a nice property with very convenient shopping options. The restaurant and breakfast was amazing and the staff there was easy to work with and professional. Working with the front desk, staff was awkward. During each breakfast, there was a gentleman sitting on the edge of the patio, smoking cigarettes the entire time we were eating. The wind blew all that smoke across into all the seats. He seemed like an owner or manager, But he never really did anything. His friends would come join him and make even more smoke. Other than this, it was a nice restaurant and a good hotel to stay, great balcony views of the ocean.
I would highly recommend! The position of the hotel is just across the road from a blue flag beach - lots of sun loungers and water sports available. Two minute walk to a supermarket to make the most of the studio apartment rooms we had booked. Room was spotless on arrival and kept that way for my whole stay. Water pressure on the shower was great (a big bug bear of mine when I can’t get a proper shower!) Aircon was easy to use and kept the the room at a good temperature when required. We arrived early hours of the morning and had a great reception by Dino, very attentive service via Maria’s x 2 and the lovely Athanasia (the hotel is clearly her passion). Thank goodness for local businesses that do a great job and make my stays away when not doing business just wonderful! Couldn’t recommend more!
Really good hotel. So clean and very good breakfast and food. Very friendly staff. Thank you so much!
Mirja-Liisa from Finland
Mirja-Liisa
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Athena
6 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you want to relax and enjoy the beach then this place is perfect. We enjoyed having a kitchenette so that when we wanted a little break from the beach, we could quickly go back to our room and have a snack. The staff always ensured that our room was clean and if we needed anything then they were able to assist us (ex. Calling a taxi or printing a voucher).
Lovely stay at Steris Elegant apts, friendly helpful staff with free bicycles to use to get around . Cleaners in the apartments every day . Great spot to walk into old town
We enjoyed staying at Steris, the hotel was nice and the rooms was clean.
What could be better was the breakfast, it was not much to chose from and it wasn’t clean there
The location is great, the old town only 15 minutes walk and the hotel is just next to the sea which is extremely convenient.
The room was spacious, well-equipped and clean. The staff was very helpful and kind. Perhaps the selection of the breakfast could improve, but from my side it was absolutely fine.
Overall, we couldn't wish better staying for us.
I loved the proximity to the beach, and it was walkable to the old town area. Lots of great shops and restaurants around. The hotel was very modern and hotel staff was very nice. My room had a beautiful view of the beach, and the price was very affordable.
I the things I really disliked about this hotel were that on Expedia it said that there was free parking available (there wasn’t) and it seemed that the hotel had their own beach facilities (they don’t). I felt misled by the listing, but I made it work. Other complaints about the property are that the shower was wide open, so water would splash all over the bathroom floor, which was super annoying and a very poor design. I also found that the bathroom towels got really smelly like body odor after one or two uses. I think the hotel needs to wash their towels better, or consider getting new towels.
Given the price point, I was overall pleased with the hotel, but there is some need for improvement.
Phillip
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Holger
7 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Direkt am Strand
Holger
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jan
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Fantastisk beliggenhed
Dejligt hotel som ligger i første række til vandet. Man skal krydse en vej og så er stranden der. Der er masser af liggestole på stranden - og de er "gratis" at benytte hvis du køber noget fra restauranten/baren.
Hotellet har en meget lille pool og meget få ligge stole.
Hotellet ligger ca 1 km fra den gamle by så en hyggelig gårur og du er i centrum.
Rethymno er en dejlig by at opleve og spise i.
Hotellet er mindre men de yder absolut top service.