Located in New Town, a neighbourhood in Rethymno, Steris Elegant Beach Hotel is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Paleontological Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Town Beach and St. Anthony Gorge. 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.
Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 82 min drive
Restaurants
Häagen-Dazs - 3 min walk
Moka - 6 min walk
Κατσαρολάκι - 6 min walk
Παραλία Ρεθύμνου (Rethymno Beach) - 4 min walk
Barrio The Neighbourhood Cafe - Kallithea - 5 min walk
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.
How much does it cost to stay at Steris Elegant Beach Hotel ?
As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steris Elegant Beach Hotel on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$76, including 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 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 New Town, this beachfront aparthotel is in the city centre and 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.
Steris Elegant Beach Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We were so pleased with our stay at Steris Elegant Beach Hotel! We arrived past midnight on our first day because of a delayed flight and the staff, especially Dino, was so welcoming and helpful, which was a great start to our stay. We loved having the beach right out front of our hotel, and the beach service with chairs, umbrellas, food and drinks was fantastic. The rooms are also very clean, the ac works great and the location is near the old town, supermarkets, tourist and local shops. Overall super recommend!!
Room Very clean, staff very helpful the bed very comfortable great value would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Shanti
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We most enjoyed the balcony with the spectaculair view of the sea and beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review
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.
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
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
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.
Reception was easy and helpful. Room was clean. We had balcony in the inner yard side which was pretty quiet since the road in front of hotel is quite noisy even out of the season. We had no bathtub or bidee though room description said it should contain but it was not problem so we didn't bring it up. There was small pool in front of hotel so I guess it was the falsely described bathtub.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
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).
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review
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!
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.