Best Hostels in Rethymno (Crete)
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Rethymno Youth Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Entertainment
- Garden area
This hostel boasts a central location in Old Town Rethymno with its maze of cobblestone alleyways lined with museums, cozy tavernas, and restaurants offering traditional specialties, with access to the venetian fortress "Fortezza of Rethymno", located around 700 metres away. The Rethymno hostel is also 25 minutes on foot from Nature Park.
In proximity to Rethymno Youth hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as Koumbes Public Beach, which is 1.1 km away.
Rethymno Youth Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Rethymno Youth Hostel
This hostel boasts a central location in Old Town Rethymno with its maze of cobblestone alleyways lined with museums, cozy tavernas, and restaurants offering traditional specialties, with access to the venetian fortress "Fortezza of Rethymno", located around 700 metres away. The Rethymno hostel is also 25 minutes on foot from Nature Park.
In proximity to Rethymno Youth hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as Koumbes Public Beach, which is 1.1 km away.
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Best-rated
Chania Hostel Youth 18-50 Years Old
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
The Chania hostel is 16 minutes' stroll from Cathedral of Eisodion tis Theotokou and within a few blocks of such cultural venues as Maritime Museum of Crete. Nautical Museum of Crete can be reached a mere 1.3 km from the Chania property.
This hostel is located a stone's throw from Koum Kapi Beach.
The property offers rooms with a laptop sized safe and such comforts as an iron with ironing board and air conditioning. Guests are offered extra-long beds, as well as bedside reading lights.
Chania Hostel Youth 18-50 Years Old
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
Chania Hostel Youth 18-50 Years Old
The Chania hostel is 16 minutes' stroll from Cathedral of Eisodion tis Theotokou and within a few blocks of such cultural venues as Maritime Museum of Crete. Nautical Museum of Crete can be reached a mere 1.3 km from the Chania property.
This hostel is located a stone's throw from Koum Kapi Beach.
The property offers rooms with a laptop sized safe and such comforts as an iron with ironing board and air conditioning. Guests are offered extra-long beds, as well as bedside reading lights.
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Beach access
So Young Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Valet parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
Georgiadis Park is located only 0.9 km from this Heraklion hostel, and the majestic Agios Titos Church is only 5 minutes' walk away.
The hostel is also located within reach of Grave Monument of Kazantzakis.
So Young hostel offers 25 rooms with a kitchenette, as well as air conditioning for guests' added convenience.
So Young Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Valet parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
So Young Hostel
Georgiadis Park is located only 0.9 km from this Heraklion hostel, and the majestic Agios Titos Church is only 5 minutes' walk away.
The hostel is also located within reach of Grave Monument of Kazantzakis.
So Young hostel offers 25 rooms with a kitchenette, as well as air conditioning for guests' added convenience.
Cheap Hostels in Rethymno (Crete)
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Great deal
Kumba
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Car park
Charges may apply
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Sauna
Venetian Neoria is 19 minutes' stroll from this Chania hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the commemorative Eleftherios Venizelos Museum of Chalepa, which is a mere 1.4 km away. The hostel is situated in proximity to the unique Greek National Football Museum.
Guests will also find Maridaki, which is just 6 minutes' walk from the property.
Kumba hostel offers 6 rooms with a mini-kitchen and such comforts as air conditioning.
Kumba
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Car park
Charges may apply
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Sauna
Kumba
Venetian Neoria is 19 minutes' stroll from this Chania hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the commemorative Eleftherios Venizelos Museum of Chalepa, which is a mere 1.4 km away. The hostel is situated in proximity to the unique Greek National Football Museum.
Guests will also find Maridaki, which is just 6 minutes' walk from the property.
Kumba hostel offers 6 rooms with a mini-kitchen and such comforts as air conditioning.
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Guest favorite
Cocoon City Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
Guests may find Roman Catholic Church located a mere 1.8 km from this hostel, while Orthodox Church of Holy Mary is 20 minutes' walk away. The Chania hostel provides quick access to a golden-sandy beach as it is located 750 metres away.
Cocoon City hostel is 6 minutes' walk from Nea Chora Beach and steps away from 1866 Square.
Cocoon City Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
Cocoon City Hostel
Guests may find Roman Catholic Church located a mere 1.8 km from this hostel, while Orthodox Church of Holy Mary is 20 minutes' walk away. The Chania hostel provides quick access to a golden-sandy beach as it is located 750 metres away.
Cocoon City hostel is 6 minutes' walk from Nea Chora Beach and steps away from 1866 Square.
Intra Muros Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
The majestic Agios Titos Church is right around the corner from the Heraklion hostel, while Bethlehem Gate is only 450 metres away. The nearby sports attractions include Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium, a mere 1.1 km away.
Intra Muros hostel boasts location approximately 400 metres from the Greek Orthodox Agios Minas Cathedral.
The property comprises 37 rooms with Wi-Fi, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities.
Intra Muros Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
Intra Muros Hostel
The majestic Agios Titos Church is right around the corner from the Heraklion hostel, while Bethlehem Gate is only 450 metres away. The nearby sports attractions include Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium, a mere 1.1 km away.
Intra Muros hostel boasts location approximately 400 metres from the Greek Orthodox Agios Minas Cathedral.
The property comprises 37 rooms with Wi-Fi, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities.
Youth Hostels in Rethymno (Crete)
Heraklion Youth Hostel
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
The state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum is situated within easy reach of this hostel, and the Greek Orthodox Agios Minas Cathedral is approximately 400 metres away. Also, the Heraklion hostel is 0.9 km from such natural sights as Georgiadis Park.
The 1600s Venetian Morosini Lions Fountain is around 5 minutes' walk away, and Old Venetian Harbour Marina, available to diversify your stay, is about 10 minutes away by car.
Heraklion Youth Hostel
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
Heraklion Youth Hostel
The state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum is situated within easy reach of this hostel, and the Greek Orthodox Agios Minas Cathedral is approximately 400 metres away. Also, the Heraklion hostel is 0.9 km from such natural sights as Georgiadis Park.
The 1600s Venetian Morosini Lions Fountain is around 5 minutes' walk away, and Old Venetian Harbour Marina, available to diversify your stay, is about 10 minutes away by car.
Sofia Rooms
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Air conditioning
- Garden area
The comfortable hostel is 10 minutes' drive from Red Beach.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as Plage de Matala Public Beach, which is 3.8 km away.
Sofia Rooms
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Air conditioning
- Garden area
Sofia Rooms
The comfortable hostel is 10 minutes' drive from Red Beach.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as Plage de Matala Public Beach, which is 3.8 km away.
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Beach access
Matala Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the Matala hostel is a short way from Plage de Matala Public Beach.
Red Beach is only 1.6 km from this comfortable hostel.
There are 92 rooms in the accommodation, some of them come with tea and coffee making equipment, as well as amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can also enjoy a sun terrace, while a balcony and a dining area are available, too.
Matala Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Infinity pool
Matala Hostel
Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the Matala hostel is a short way from Plage de Matala Public Beach.
Red Beach is only 1.6 km from this comfortable hostel.
There are 92 rooms in the accommodation, some of them come with tea and coffee making equipment, as well as amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can also enjoy a sun terrace, while a balcony and a dining area are available, too.
Hostels In Rethymno (Crete) City Centre
Pension Patelo
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden area
This hostel is also 3.6 km from Matala Caves.
Monastery Panagia Kaliviani is 20 minutes' drive from the comfortable hostel.
Pension Patelo
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden area
Pension Patelo
This hostel is also 3.6 km from Matala Caves.
Monastery Panagia Kaliviani is 20 minutes' drive from the comfortable hostel.
Psiloritis Elena
- Air conditioning
- Tea and coffee facilities
The hostel is a 15-minute drive from Palace of Faistos Historical Place Museum and 20 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as the nonprofit Museum of Cretan Ethnology. There is Red Beach 4.8 km from the comfortable hostel.
In proximity to Psiloritis Elena hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the large scenic Kalamaki Beach, which is 10 minutes away by car.
Psiloritis Elena
- Air conditioning
- Tea and coffee facilities
Psiloritis Elena
The hostel is a 15-minute drive from Palace of Faistos Historical Place Museum and 20 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as the nonprofit Museum of Cretan Ethnology. There is Red Beach 4.8 km from the comfortable hostel.
In proximity to Psiloritis Elena hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the large scenic Kalamaki Beach, which is 10 minutes away by car.
Haris Rooms
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Sun terrace
The comfortable hostel is 800 metres from a Georgioupolis Beach beach. Thanks to a prime location of the hostel, guests can quickly reach Agios Nikolaos Chapel, which is merely 8 minutes' walk away.
Also, the Georgioupoli property is 3.8 km from the freshwater Lake Kournas.
Haris Rooms
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Sun terrace
Haris Rooms
The comfortable hostel is 800 metres from a Georgioupolis Beach beach. Thanks to a prime location of the hostel, guests can quickly reach Agios Nikolaos Chapel, which is merely 8 minutes' walk away.
Also, the Georgioupoli property is 3.8 km from the freshwater Lake Kournas.
Hostels in Rethymno (Crete) with Car Parking
Saint George
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
Guests of this hostel can discover the Greek Orthodox Agios Minas Cathedral, located 6 km away, or visit sports venues like Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium, which is 7 km away. The comfortable hostel is 20 minutes' drive from the compact Watercity.
The majestic Agios Titos Church, a prominent religious site, is 8 km from the Karteros property.
Saint George
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
Saint George
Guests of this hostel can discover the Greek Orthodox Agios Minas Cathedral, located 6 km away, or visit sports venues like Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium, which is 7 km away. The comfortable hostel is 20 minutes' drive from the compact Watercity.
The majestic Agios Titos Church, a prominent religious site, is 8 km from the Karteros property.
Constantinos Budget Beds
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
Agioi Apostoloi Sandy Beach is located 2.3 km from this Chania hostel, and Roman Catholic Church is just 1.6 km away. Thanks to a convenient location of the hostel, guests can quickly reach Nea Chora Beach, which is 600 metres away.
Also, the 8-room Constantinos Budget Beds hostel is about 20 minutes' walk from Presentation of the Virgin Mary Holy Metropolitan Orthodox Church.
Constantinos Budget Beds
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
Constantinos Budget Beds
Agioi Apostoloi Sandy Beach is located 2.3 km from this Chania hostel, and Roman Catholic Church is just 1.6 km away. Thanks to a convenient location of the hostel, guests can quickly reach Nea Chora Beach, which is 600 metres away.
Also, the 8-room Constantinos Budget Beds hostel is about 20 minutes' walk from Presentation of the Virgin Mary Holy Metropolitan Orthodox Church.
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Beach access
Hostel Stylianos Kissamos
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Sun terrace
Paralia Mavros Μolos is also situated only 1.1 km away.
This Kissamos hostel is also located around a 10-minute ride from Komolithi.
Certain rooms at the 22-room Stylianos Kissamos hostel are equipped with a safe box, a trouser press and air conditioning. Some rooms provide high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to enhance guests' leisure time.
Hostel Stylianos Kissamos
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Sun terrace
Hostel Stylianos Kissamos
Paralia Mavros Μolos is also situated only 1.1 km away.
This Kissamos hostel is also located around a 10-minute ride from Komolithi.
Certain rooms at the 22-room Stylianos Kissamos hostel are equipped with a safe box, a trouser press and air conditioning. Some rooms provide high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to enhance guests' leisure time.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Rethymno (Crete), selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Rethymno Youth Hostel |
9.3 / 10 (65 Reviews) |
From 55$ | |
| Chania Hostel Youth 18-50 Years Old |
9.2 / 10 (471 Reviews) |
From 15$ | |
| So Young Hostel |
8.8 / 10 (922 Reviews) |
From 16$ | |
| Kumba |
8.3 / 10 (1320 Reviews) |
From 11$ | |
| Cocoon City Hostel |
9.0 / 10 (1948 Reviews) |
From 41$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which budget hostels in Rethymno are best for staying near the beach?
Hostels like Kumba and So Young Hostel provide easy access to Rethymno Beach. They are just a short walk away from sandy shores and water activities.
Visit the beach early in the morning for fewer crowds and clearer waters.
What are affordable hostels in Rethymno city center?
Constantinos Budget Beds and Intra Muros Hostel sit conveniently in the city center. You can walk to popular sights like the Venetian Harbour and Fortezza Fortress.
Explore local cafes nearby for inexpensive meals under €10.
Are there hostels in Rethymno suitable for families?
Rethymno Youth Hostel offers family rooms and is located near parks and playgrounds. Families can enjoy nearby attractions without long commutes.
Plan your visits to parks during weekdays for a quieter experience.
Which budget hostels are best for nightlife in Rethymno?
Check out Haris Rooms and Pension Patelo for budget stays close to bars and clubs. They are located within a walkable distance from the lively nightlife scene.
Head out after 10 PM for the best entertainment options that are less crowded.
What budget-friendly hostels are near historic sites in Rethymno?
Cocoon City Hostel and Matala Hostel are close to the Old Town. You can explore beautiful Venetian architecture and charming streets just steps away.
Visit historical sites early in the day for better photo opportunities without tourists.
Which hostels in Rethymno offer breakfast for budget travelers?
Stylianos Kissamos and Chania Hostel offer breakfast included in their rates. This can help you save on morning meals during your stay.
Opt for hostels that also provide kitchen facilities to prepare your own snacks.
Are any budget hostels near Rethymno's public transport?
Heraklion Youth Hostel and Saint George are located near bus stops for easy travel around Crete. Convenient access helps you explore the island at lower costs.
Check bus schedules ahead of time, especially for trips to popular nearby beaches.
What unique activities can I enjoy in Rethymno?
You can explore local markets and enjoy traditional Cretan cuisine. The Rethymno Carnival in February is particularly exciting, with parades and music.
Attend the Carnival events for a taste of local culture and fun activities.
How do I get from Rethymno to Chania on a budget?
Buses run frequently between Rethymno and Chania, costing around €5. This is a convenient way to explore both cities without the need for a car.
Travel during off-peak hours for a quieter bus ride and possible seat availability.
What dining options are available near budget hostels?
Look for tavernas like Vassilis and Avli nearby for affordable meals. They offer local dishes at reasonable prices, perfect for budget travelers.
Visit during lunch for lower-priced menu options compared to dinner.