Hotel Babis

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Standard Room | View from room
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Rollaway/extra beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 14 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Skaleta, Rethymno P.B. - 5167, Skaleta, Rethymno, Crete Island, 741 00

What's nearby

  • Rethimno Kart - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Spilies Beach - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Arkadi Monastery - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
  • University of Crete - 18 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iberostar Creta Panorama - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Stop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taverna Ilios - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Euphoria Pool Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Paprica - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Hotel Babis

Hotel near University of Crete
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, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Babis include comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, rollaway/extra beds, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, German, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Babis

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Full-sized refrigerator
  • Rollaway beds available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Library

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sun 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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Rollaway beds available

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 14-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

More

  • 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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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 - 29 February, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 1.50 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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Babis Rethimnon
Hotel Babis Rethimnon
Hotel Babis Rethymnon
Babis Rethymnon
Hotel Babis Hotel
Hotel Babis Rethymno
Hotel Babis Hotel Rethymno

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–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?

Check-out 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 Rethymno 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).

Hotel Babis Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sea view rooms are excellent. Host - very helpful
Manolis and his wife are very good hosts. "What can I do to help you?" is frequently asked. Sea view room is lovely. Nice pool with good sunbeds. Room is very comfortable with air con, free wifi and a much appreciated fridge. Lovely sunsets. Good breakfast served 8am to 10am. Cereals, bread, cheese, ham, yoghurt, cakes, coffee, organge juice etc. Best side of road for beach - avoids very busy road. We took bus from Chania airport direct to Rethymno. Left luggage at bus station for a few hours while we explored town and then headed out to Scaleta. Buses run every 30 mins or so from Rethymno. 20-30 mins depending on traffic. Get off bus at the Scaleta Market below the Oasis Hotel and next to Hotel Gortyna. On the other side of the road is the Creta Star (big hotel) and the Hotel Babis. Exit the bus and facing the sea walk a little to your right and you will find a small underpass - the roof is low so you may have to bend over if 6 foot or over. Alternatively walk further to your right and you will find a large underpass which buses can use. Once through the small underpass turn right again past the car rental etc. Or if using the larger tunnel turn left. Bus fare from town is 1.80 euro. Going back into town walk along to the Creta Star and you will find bus stop. Buy tickets at shop beforehand. Valid all day, any day so you can stock up. Good local shops with essentials and souveniers/alcohol etc. A few restaurants nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I really enjoyed the staff very helpful and kind. The pool was nice a beach is close but very rocky and extremely strong waves in late August. Only thing I didn’t really like was the shower. For a plus size woman the shower was to small. But overall a very pleased stay 😁
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very basic. No kettle in room to make coffee etc. Great people running it. Very friendly and helpful. Nice atmosphere. Pool good and 3 minutes to the beach.! Fine for a night or two.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Megan, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Place!!!
This place was very accomodating and everyone was incredibly friendly. I would recommend it for families, couples and singles. They offered breakfast with homegrown figs and a buffet dinner which was incredibly convenient. It is very close to the beach! This was a great place to stay and a great experience.

6/10 Okay

Emily, Portland

Liked: Staff & service
Pleased overall
Great value! The room was basic and not the most comfortable but the balcony with an ocean view was so lovely and made up for it. The swimming pool was very nice and the ocean was a few minutes walk away.

10/10 Excellent

annita, Cyprus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pleasant environment. excellent service!!!!

8/10 Good

Vitaly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Aneta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Lena, Frankfurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Kleines, familiäres Hotel etwa 10 Minuten von Rethymno entfernt. Ein Mietwagen ist Pflicht, wenn man nicht nur einen Hotelurlaub verbringen will. Das Hotel liegt zwar direkt am Strand, allerdings war das Baden für uns dort unmöglich wegen der großen Steine im Wasser. Der Strand ist aber sehr sauber. Das Hotel hat einen sehr schönen Pool. Sehr freundlicher Gastgeber. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die Sauberkeit und tägliche Reinigung der Zimmer. Das Frühstück ist sehr einfach gehalten. Alles in allem ein sehr nettes Hotel in freundlicher Atmosphäre. Ich empfehle es definitiv weiter!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Petit hôtel accueillant
Personnel très sympathique,hôtel vu sur la mer ,propre.seul soucis aucune chambre avec lit double disponible c’est le risque avec les petits hôtel
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ольга

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Хороший отель в тишине у моря
Хороший отель в уединенном месте, приветливые хозяева, чистота и порядок, тишина. Завтрак простой, но сытный. Если бы добавили в него овощей или фруктов, отель был бы идеальный, а так - просто отличный.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

marine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10jours en crete en couple
Nous avons passé 10jours dans cet hotel. Suite à un retard de 4h d'avion nous sommes arrivés juste après minuit , accueil tardif expéditif. Mais apres cela , bon séjour , personnel sympathique , litterie assez confortable , super balcon avec une super vue sur la mer. Petit déjeuné plutôt bien mais personne n'y mange le midi ou le soir ( pas de restaurant , ils proposent juste une salade ou une pizza ). Bonne situation géographique , a 15min de rethymnon , a 5min à pied de la plage, 3min à pied de resto...
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Nils, Norway

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lite hotell med kun17 rom. Flott utsikt fra rommene som vender mot sjøen. Lite bad. Dusj med dusjforheng. Stor altan til hvert rom. Enkel frokost. Hotellet tilbyr ikke middag, men kort avstand til tavernaer i nærområdet. Hyggelig betjening.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Türkay, Izmir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Peacefull and quite
Hotel Babis is familyrun hotel with a peacefull garden and kind owner. Mr. Manolis and his family try to do their best for the customers. Babis is about 10 km far from Retymnon, and a good choice to explore the area. They have a huge rubber tree in the garden and comfortable hammocks. The beach is very close and you can listen the waves if your room have seaview. Recommended.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vacances inoubliables à refaire
très bon accueil.Une structure familial toujours à la disposition des clients et avec le sourire.Chambre avec balcon vue sur la mer dont vous apprécierez le couché du soleil. Petit déjeuné correct.Situation géographique très favorable

8/10 Good

Linn Marie, Bergen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Price and good location for a relaxing 5 days
The hotel and location is very good if you are looking for a place to relax and just enjoy some good time, either on the pool-side or on the beach. Close to the beach, 300m, nice beach bar with good food and drinks. Breakfast and dinner good and simple at the hotel. Very friendly hotel-host and we can really recommend this. Good value!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Vahan, Hamburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wir waren überaus zufrieden mit diesem 2 Sterne Hotel! Besonders hervorzuheben die Gastfreundlichkeit und Sauberkeit des Hotels! Wir hatten ein Zimmer im 2. Stock mit Meerblick!. Einfach einzigartig, wenn man morgens aufsteht, die Balkontür öffnet und einen wundervollen Blick aufs Meer genießen kann.

8/10 Good

Hans und Bea, Thurgau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super Preis/ Leistungsverhältniss
Sehr freundlich , gutes und reichhaltiges Essen , gemütliche Atmosphäre. Schade, war die Umgebung und auch der Strand schmutzig

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Persönliche und freundliche Atmosphäre
Ein super schöner Urlaub in einem 2 Sterne Hotel. Wir haben uns sehr wohl und gut betreut gefühlt! Wir kommen gerne wieder. Von der Ausstattung her sicherlich ein einfaches Hotel, was uns jedoch bewusst war. Das Hotel überzeugt durch bei einfacher Ausstattung durch Freundlichkeit und Sauberkeit. Das Hotel liegt ruhig und außerhalb des normalen Tourismus.

2/10 Terrible

Maciej, Warszawa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nie polecam
Hotel bardzo zaniedbany, stary. W pokoju karaluchy. Śniadanie masakra. Za każdym razem gdy wracaliśmy do hotelu nasz pokój był otwarty. W hotelu ciagle był hałas, bardzo słychać trzaskanie drzwi. Lodówka w pokoju popsuta.

10/10 Excellent

anna, mallorca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
vacaciones de verano
El hotel está muy buen situado para pasar una vacaciones de playa. A 15 minutos en coche de la ciudad de Rethymnon, que es preciosa. A 2 minutos andando de la playa. Perfecta ubicación para hacer algunas excursiones de un día a otras playas y lugares de interés. El personal del hotel muy atento y agradable. El desayuno normalito. Faltaría una tostadora.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Insomma...
Forse siamo arrivati troppo tardi, dopotutto siamo stati gli ultimi clienti della stagione, ma l'albergo ci e' sembrato "abbandonato". La posizione ottima per la vicinanza alla spiaggia, ma rovinata per la vicinanza alla superstrada. Se ci andate chiedete assolutamente camera fronte mare per non rimane svegli per il traffico notturno.