Jo-An Beach Hotel

About this hotel

Private Beach and Outdoor Pool Relax on the private beach or take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, perfect for enjoying the sun and water activities. All-Inclusive Dining and Bars Indulge in meals and beverages included in the all-inclusive rates at Ambrosia restaurant, beach bar, poolside bars, or the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily. Convenient Amenities and Services Enjoy free Wi-Fi, express check-in/check-out, and dry cleaning services. Explore nearby attractions like Platanes Beach and Rethimno Kart. Immerse yourself in a beachfront retreat at Jo-An Beach Hotel in Rethymno. Book now for a memorable stay in the historical district.

What it has

• Supervised childcare/activities
• Arcade/game room
• Free breakfast
• Safe-deposit box at front desk
• Multilingual staff
• Express check-out
• On private beach
• Mountain biking nearby
• Wedding services
• Express check-in
• Pool umbrellas
• Billiards or pool table
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Snack bar/deli
• Playground on site
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Beach umbrellas
• Beach sun loungers
• Pool sun loungers
• Beach towels
• Free buffet breakfast
• Lifeguard on site
• Free breakfast
• Express check-out

…and 10 more.

The rooms

What the hotel offers, as the property describes it. Prices are live and appear above once you pick your dates.

• Standard Room

  22 m²sleeps 3Double bed

  1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds 237-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with mountain and garden views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels Food &…

• Family Room, 1 Bedroom

  30 m²sleeps 4Twin bed

  4 Twin Beds 323-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with mountain and garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels Food &…

Arrival

Check-in from 03:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM

What guests rate it on

Each score is computed from what reviewers actually wrote about that aspect — not a separate star we invented.

• Cleanliness6.6

  The family room was extremely spacious and very clean.

• Service8.1

  Staff is consistently praised for being friendly, helpful, and dedicated.

• Location7.7

  The hotel is conveniently located near restaurants and supermarkets.

• Room Quality7.1

  Rooms are spacious and some have beautiful sea views, but overall quality is basic.

• Amenities6.1

  Limited choices for all-inclusive options and additional fees for towels and sunbeds.

• Value for Money5.6

  The value seems low due to extra charges for amenities.

• Food and Beverage7.6

  The food is described as delicious and healthy, with compliments to the chef.

• Overall Experience7.1

  Overall a pleasant holiday experience, with return visits planned.

What guests said

A sample of 10 recent reviews, unedited — good and bad. The 7.0 above is the hotel’s full score from all 33, not the average of these few.

• 10.0866janikap2025-10-30

  Great place

  + This is my fourth time here and I always love coming back! The beach bar has been renovated and looks absolutely stunning. The food is even better this year – a real delight! I especially want to praise the staff: everyone is fantastic, always friendly, helpful, and truly dedicated. I always feel welcomed here. The hotel garden is beautiful and the location is perfect – restaurants and supermarkets are just nearby. Everything is within easy reach, yet the atmosphere remains calm and relaxing. Thank you once again for another wonderful experience! I will definitely be back ❤️

• 2.0ninabE1283SO · United Kingdom2025-10-25

  Overrated hotel, never again.

  + We travelled in October for 1 week on all inclusive board, 2 famillies with 2 teenagers. All inclusive beverages very limited choices, local alcoholic drinks ouzo, raki,one type of brandy,wine and beer. No other spirit drinks for cocktails unless you pay extra. The rooms have basic comfort,definitely not 4*, additionally you need to pay for pool towels on daily basis €2.5 /towel, if you should need to change towels extra fee applies. There is a beach near by, but the hotel charges will apply on daily basis for sunbeds and umbrellas, €3/sunbed /day in out of season. Food reasonable good but limited on choices, swimming pools very small with limited sunbeds, beach unkempt, dirty and several risks of hazards if travel with small children. Overall, this hotel is mainly for elderly people with minimal requests and basic services. Read hotel description and be aware of city tax that you might be charged upon arrival, that is not mandatory, otherwise should have been included in the package price. Only good reviews can be attributed to the staff, they are very friendly, polite and helpful.

• 10.0Klaudia_Motyka2025-09-21

  A place you can’t wait to return to

  + We arrived early in the morning and, although the check-in officially starts at 3 PM, we were kindly offered a temporary family room. This was a very thoughtful gesture from the hotel, as it allowed us to rest after the trip and compare different room standards. The family room was extremely spacious, consisting of two separate bedrooms, two toilets and one shower. From the very first moment, we noticed how clean it was. Later, after the room exchange, we also received a large double room with a beautiful sea view. Even though the hotel is not labeled as “luxury,” the staff does everything to make guests feel like they are staying in one. The cuisine truly deserves a special highlight! The food is absolutely delicious, fresh, minimally processed and full of natural flavor. I have never eaten so well and so healthily in a hotel before. Huge compliments to the chef – he is outstanding! Sometimes you may need to wait a short while to get a table, especially during peak times, but this was never a problem for us. The staff has been working here for many years, which creates a warm, family-like atmosphere. The bar service is also excellent – great drinks and amazing people. Special greetings to Dimitris! 🍹 The hotel is surrounded by lots of greenery and offers peaceful spots to relax. It also makes a perfect base for exploring nearby attractions. In conclusion: Jo An Beach is a place where you can truly rest and feel special. Thank you for a wonderful holiday!

• 10.0eli_kas2082025-09-13

  Great place

  + Great hotel with a great restaurant and a pool bar. The hotel is located by the beach, which is excellent for us. The staff is helpful, kind and friendly. We recommend it!!!

• 10.0Berlin81 · Berlin2025-08-27

  Well spent and enjoying time. Will be recommended

  + Well organised and clean rooms. The food was warm, tasty, variety and always enough. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

• 8.0F5647BIalexandrab2025-08-21

  A lovely time on the Cretan coast

  + The hotel is situated on a private beach with pebbles and flat rocks, so swimming shoes are recommended. Sunbeds and umbrellas are available for an additional charge. The staff at the reception, restaurant, and bar are very friendly and polite. The food is varied and delicious. The rooms are simple but clean. A bus stop to Rethymno is located close to the hotel. There is almost no animation, except for one Greek evening per week, which was not a problem for us — we preferred walking along the beach or playing board games. We enjoyed our stay at Jo A Beach Hotel, thank you!

Before you book

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 April to October. Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly). A deposit may be required at the property.