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Studio Suite, Terrace, Garden View | Living area
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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14 Dambergi, Rethymno, Crete Island, 741 00
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Fortezza Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Rimondi Fountain
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio, Balcony

Studio, Balcony

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Kitchenette, Garden Area

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Kitchenette, Garden Area

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Studio (Without Balcony)

Superior Studio (Without Balcony)

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mezzanine

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, Terrace, Garden View | Living area

Studio Suite, Terrace, Garden View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Studio, Ground Floor

Economy Studio, Ground Floor

  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio, Balcony (2nd Floor)

Superior Studio, Balcony (2nd Floor)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace, Garden Area | Living area

Superior Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace, Garden Area

  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
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The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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About the area

Rethymno

Barbara Studios is in the heart of Rethymno, within a 5-minute walk of Rimondi Fountain and Rethymnon Venetian Port. .This guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Fortezza Castle and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Rethymnon Municipal Garden.
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What's nearby

  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fortezza Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rimondi Fountain - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rethymnon Municipal Garden - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Crete - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ναυπηγείο - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nuvel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Passepartou - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Galero Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Haris Creperie - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Barbara Studios

Guesthouse with a rooftop terrace, steps from Rimondi Fountain
Barbara Studios offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out.

Languages

English, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1450
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 13 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 1041Κ133Κ3202200

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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Barbara Studios Rethimnon
Barbara Studios Aparthotel Rethymnon
Barbara Studios Rethymnon
Barbara Studios
Barbara Studios Rethymnon, Crete
Barbara Studios Aparthotel
Barbara Studios Rethymno
Barbara Studios Guesthouse
Barbara Studios Guesthouse Rethymno

Barbara Studios Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Silvia Huerta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iro was so great! Loved meeting her, she has such an amazing personality. So helpful with all our questions. Great comfortable room and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and right in the action of Reythmno. Beautiful and spacious suite. Great rooftop deck and several nice courtyards around the property. Quiet , safe and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this castle of hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great room in a beautiful house! Really friendly place and the communication was quick and simple.no problem to get a free parking following our hostess information. Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely family property with beautiful communal area including a lovely garden. Family live on site and are available daily to support guests. The property is well maintained and rooms are regularly cleaned and linen/towels changed. The property is well located and just minutes walk from both the old town and Venetian harbour. The family are super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The room was spacious and clean and in a perfect, convenient part of town. You can walk to countless restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice place to stay in Old Town Rethymno

A great location on the northeast edge of the old town and very close to (paid) parking lot. It's clean, quiet and convenient to everything in old town. This time we stayed on the ground floor which you might prefer if you have trouble climbing stairs.
Kitchenette with small refrigerator and tabletop oven/hotplate
Comfortable bed :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Cheltenham

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a lovely stay and your very kind welcome. Enjoyed our time very muc.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gino

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zeer mooie kamer, inrichting sprong uit het oog, alles was voorhanden. Aanrader!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

The place was super close to the center. Loved the room and the outside vibe it had. Definitely would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Conor, Manchester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Barbara Studios is amazing! Our apartment was exactly what we needed, a home away from home, with a sea view from our private balcony - we were upgraded from a ground floor apartment to top floor so that we had the balcony. The property is bigger than expected but the layout ensures privacy at all times. Fantastic location, a short stroll to the old town and the beach is just up the road. We already want to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iro and Panos are the perfect hosts! Barbara Studios is in the heart of Old Town Rethymno! Fantastic location, close to the action, but quiet for resting when needed! The uniqueness of the beautiful architecture makes it extra special! Already planning my next visit! Thanks so much!! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

F, USA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent interaction with Panos, a nice, amiable guy who simply aims to please. The place is clean, very well kept up, pleasant, comfortable, and located just steps from the beautiful Venetian port. Panos has honest, helpful suggestions for local dining and activities. A wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful time in a picture perfect spot

A charming, cosy place within easy walking distance of all sights, restaurants and transport. Run by a lovely friendly couple with very nice staff.Balcony room was beautiful and little extras such as topping up coffee and sweet treats further added to this delightful experience. Smells lovely too. Highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suzannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect getaway

After a long journey, Panos’ welcome was just what we needed! Beautiful, clean mezzanine studio with everything we could need, including a well-equipped kitchenette. The only drawback was that we were only there for 2 nights and would have loved to have stayed longer to explore the area more.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Oryal

Authentic old builfing in great location

Authentic old venetian/ottoman/cretian home that is located in the heart of the city. Our host Panos greeted us warmly and gave us information about the old city. It is a bit confusing finding the hotel the first time because it is loacted in a short street near a catholic church and cannot be accessed by car. We had no trouble finding parking on the adjacent street- and there are also other free parking lots close by. I would recommend the meze restaurants near the old mosque. They have great authentic food. All in all, Rethymno is a beautiful city and Barbara studios is ideally suited to enhance your experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ioannis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find and best location

Absolutely loved to stay at Barbara's studios, the ouse itself is beautiful and you feel as if you are a local in their garden. The location is superb, walking distance to the old port, the fortezza and all the lovely streets of the old city. The owners are the best, so nice and friendly and happily recommend the best places to see and eat to avoid the tourists traps. Would love to stay there again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family welcome at Reythmno.

Just loved it for the location and access to the old part of the city. The family could not be more helpful in settling us in and made us feel at home throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb position in centre of Old town

Everything you need within 200m of Barbara Studios! Extremely helpful and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Panos, Heraklion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Atmosphere, friendly service

We loved our stay. Too bad it was only for one night... We will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Location in old town Rethymno

The proprietor is friendly and accommodating. The location is very convenient, except for navigating the narrow 'streets' and finding parking. The free parking offered by Barbara Studios is actually public parking several blocks away (which is in fact disclosed in the directions for finding it). There is pay parking about a block away which can be had for €8 day if you pay in advance for multiple days. The pay parking also makes it a little easier to come and go.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good studios .Everywhere was very close .Excellent

Wonderful old buildings plus historical interest.Lively town and good town beach if required.Easy buses to places out of town and also to go hiking.

8/10 Good

Noel, Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hideaway gem

Fabulous location, warm reception, lodgings with delightful old Venetian ambiance.