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Avli Lounge Apartments

Xanthoudidou 18 & Radamanthyos, Rethymnon, Crete 74100 Greece
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#6 of 151 hotels in Rethymnon
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Avli is an all-suites boutique hotel in the heart of Rethymno’s old town. Avli’s suites have been lovingly created to combine luxurious comfort with bespoke design. Sophisticated, colourful and romantic, Avli Suites make a perfect, stylish and tranquil base for exploring Rethymno and Crete. Ranging from 35 m2 to 60 m2 the 10 suites include a penthouse suite with terrace and jacuzzi, plus executive and junior suites, many incorporating a jacuzzi. Tucked away in 3 gorgeously renovated 15th-century Venetian mansions, the accommodation is complimented by an award-winning fine-dining restaurant and considered one of the best in Greece. The idyllic garden courtyard, the heart of the Avli, has become one of Rethymno’s most famous gastronomic locations. Staying guests enjoy the courtyard for breakfasts inspired by the famous Cretan diet.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hot bath
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Hiking
Highchairs available
Strollers
Secured parking
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Horseback riding
Car hire
Taxi service
Couples massage
Makeup services
Manicure
Massage
Pedicure
Salon
Waxing services
Rooftop terrace
Baggage storage
Concierge
Convenience store
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shops
Sun deck
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Extra long beds
Walk-in shower
Bathrobes
Room service
Safe
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Minibar
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Whirlpool bathtub
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
5.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Boutique
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, French, German, Greek

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Xanthoudidou 18 & Radamanthyos, Rethymnon, Crete 74100 Greece
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Avli Lounge Apartments
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Sally M wrote a review Nov 2023
Houston, Texas14 contributions6 helpful votes
This is a beautiful boutique hotel conveniently located close to everywhere you'd want to go in Rethymno. The rooms were lovely and my friends' room had an outside patio on the top floor where we could enjoy each other's company and some good Greek wine! The restaurants at this hotel were steps from our rooms and were absolutely amazing. We received a lovely welcome drink and hors d'oeuvres while our luggage was taken to the room. We were leaving one day prior to the scheduled breakfast hour and the staff went above and beyond and made us breakfast early so we could make our tour on time. We checked out early on our last day there and they were kind enough to bring trays the night before our check out for our breakfast in the morning. ALL of the staff are super friendly and accommodating!!! Thanks Avli!!
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Marco2008 wrote a review Oct 2023
Boston134 contributions76 helpful votes
Avli Lounge is a charming, small, boutique hotel situated on a narrow pedestrian way in the heart of the old city. We enjoyed our stay, with a few quibbles. One highlight was the amazing breakfast in the beautiful, leafy Avli restaurant inside a courtyard. Our particular room - a junior suite -- was in a different building around the corner. The room was very nice, spacious and had a very comfy bed and huge and tastefully done bathroom. But the room felt a little dated, the sitting room furniture was uncomfortable and the room didn't have much natural light or fresh air. Also the a/c unit didn't work very well. On the plus side it was very quiet -- couldn't hear anything from the noisy, late-night Irish pub next door! I have read complaints from others about that issue. Staff was helpful and re-arranged our reservations at the Avli restaurant. Discount parking a few blocks away worked well. Might also look at nearby Rimondi Boutique Hotel which also looked nice from the outside.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Outnabout1522 wrote a review Oct 2023
Brisbane, Australia94 contributions56 helpful votes
Without a doubt, this was one of the best hotel accommodation experiences we have had. We knew that our booking included a free drink each, which usually means a beer or house wine. On arrival, we were shown into their beautiful fine-dining restaurant while our bags were carried up to our upgraded suite. Cold water arrived followed by any drink we chose. Along with the drinks, a platter of fresh local vegetables, meat and cheeses - just great hospitality. The room was beautiful with a private rooftop terrace. The breakfast was just so good - an array of local dishes, yoghurt and fruit, followed by eggs cooked in a range of serving options.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Katerina Xekalou, General Manager at Avli Lounge Apartments
Responded 14 Oct 2023
Dear Outnabout1522 We are honoured to have you as our guest. Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for your courteous review and comments. We are always at your service and hope to welcome you again soon. Yours sincerely
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Orly E wrote a review Aug 2023
Savyon, Israel13 contributions17 helpful votes
Small beautiful boutique hotel, well aquipe, very largeand clean room, located in the very middle of the old city, perfect outdoor breakfast in a blooming garden. High level of costumer service from the reception desk. Just a small issue of parking availablity..
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Responded 14 Oct 2023
Dear OrlyE15 It is a great privilege to welcome you. We appreciate your kind feedback and comments and thank you for choosing to stay with us. We hope to see you again in the near future and remain at your service. Yours sincerely
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Abigail M wrote a review Aug 2023
Cambridge, United Kingdom4 contributions
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Beautiful boutique rooms. We stayed 1 night but would have loved to stay longer. We were upgraded to a junior suite, which was beautiful! The staff were so helpful and couldn’t do enough to help you. The breakfast was delicious and used local ingredients and produce.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Response from Katerina Xekalou, General Manager at Avli Lounge Apartments
Responded 15 Oct 2023
Dear abigailm734 It is a real privilege to welcome you and have you as our guests. T hank you for choosing to stay with us. We appreciate your kind support and comments about AVLI. We look forward to seeing you soon for a longer memorable stay. Yours sincerely.
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Μαρια Π wrote a review May 2023
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I had a great stay during my business trip , the rooms and the breakfast were amazing, but what’s making that place unique is definitely the staff. Make sure to eat in both of the restaurants , as the fine dining one is something very rare in town and the casual one is less fancy but very authentic! I will come back soon!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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UKtraveller33 wrote a review May 2023
Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom149 contributions151 helpful votes
In many respects, this is a nice hotel. The room was large, comfortable bed, good breakfast, and very conveniently located. However, a number of the rooms overlook a street. It is traffic free, so there is no problem with traffic noise. But there is an 'Irish' pub next door, with outside seating. Needless to say some of the clientele were sat outside, talking loudly, singing, laughing loudly. On our last night, they were there until 4am. When we checked out, we told the receptionist about the issue. 'Oh yes, we have been complaining to the landlord for some months about this' we were told. So the hotel knew about the problem, yet took the booking and put us into this room knowing full well that we would be disturbed. For a hotel in this price bracket, that is frankly unacceptable. So we would definitely not recommend this hotel.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 18 May 2023
Dear UKtraveller33 Thank you for choosing to stay with us. It is a great honour to host you. Avli is indeed a great hotel with many advantages such as the attention to detail, the attentive service and the warm welcome, the beautiful surroundings. The rooms, breakfast and meals are among the best in Greece. We are delighted to read that you have experienced the same in terms of hotel excellence. It is a pity that you did not inform us about the noise, either at the reception or at the breakfast time. Had you informed us in time, rather than at the time of your departure, we could have done much more, such as changing your room and contacting the pub owner about the noise. We did this a few months ago and there has been no inconvenience since. That's what Stelios at the reception desk tried to say when you told him about your inconvenience, although it was too late to do anything about it. We are sorry that something beyond our control, spoiled your stay. The alleys in the old town are very picturesque but narrow. However, it is rare to be disturbed by the sounds of conversation and laughter. We are sorry that this happened during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you again and providing you with an impeccable stay, as we always do. Yours sincerely
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RampantIvy wrote a review Oct 2022
Plymouth, United Kingdom34 contributions35 helpful votes
A beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of the old town, authentic and well appointed. Gorgeous courtyard restaurant that felt a very special place to eat, food was excellent and the service spot on. We were made welcome in all areas, the Greeks are so friendly and the hospitality is genuine. Our room was pleasant enough with everything you needed and most importantly a very comfortable bed.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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bruce14 wrote a review Oct 2022
toronto163 contributions161 helpful votes
Location was perfect in the centre of the old town and a short walk to everywhere. Our room, the champagne suite, was large, well equipped and very nicely decorated with a small balcony (no view). There was a healthy flight of stairs to negotiate (although our luggage was delivered to the room) and climbing in and out of the jacuzzi tub to access the shower was a challenge. What sets this hotel apart is the staff – everyone from reception, restaurant, housekeeping were so kind , helpful and eager to please we were sorry to leave. We ate at both restaurants, the first night with no reservation they still managed to squeeze us in; and both meals were fabulous. Breakfast in the outdoor garden was great – one of the best breakfasts we have experienced anywhere- everything served at the table with a choice of egg dishes and coffees. Highly recommended, we would have stayed longer had we known what a great spot this is.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Joe M wrote a review Sept 2022
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What a beautiful and historic boutique hotel situated in the middle of the old town of Rethymno, where we stayed for 3 nights on our 2-week honeymoon around Greece. It was our favorite stop, where we were sad to leave and wishing we had stayed longer. We stayed in Chania as well, and although very nice, we preferred the smaller of the two Venetian port cities. The reason we enjoyed our stay so much was the genuine staff - we felt so accommodated and cared for the entire time. We ran into some challenges on our journey from Hereklion, so arrived quite late, tired, and hungry on our first night, but Stella welcomed us with so much joy and quickly turned that around. She had prepared something special in our room for our honeymoon and then offered us welcome drinks and snacks at the adjoining cocktail bar. Everyone else that we met was just as friendly - Stelios, Nikos, the restaurant staff - you can tell that they all work very well together and enjoy each others company. Unsurprisingly, the Avli Restaurant is top notch. Each morning we were amazed at the quality and ambiance of breakfast in the garden, which was included in our stay. We also participated in a cooking class / olive oil sampling with head chef Vasilis, which was followed by a 7-course plus dinner. We learned about Cretan food, history, and culture and left absolutely stuffed. It was the most special part of our entire 2-week trip. They even gave my wife birthday cakes on two separate occasions. Thank you Avli for making our stay so wonderful! We hope to return one day! We wish you all the best.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avli Lounge Apartments
Which popular attractions are close to Avli Lounge Apartments?
Nearby attractions include Rethymnon Old Town (0.08 km), Elements Handmade Jewels (0.2 km), and Chaplin's (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Avli Lounge Apartments?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Avli Lounge Apartments?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Avli Lounge Apartments?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Avli Lounge Apartments?
Yes, paid private parking nearby and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Avli Lounge Apartments?
Conveniently located restaurants include Othonas taverna, Galini Restaurant, and Yog-inn.
Are any cleaning services offered at Avli Lounge Apartments?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Avli Lounge Apartments?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, and Greek.
Are there any historical sites close to Avli Lounge Apartments?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Venetian Fortezza (0.2 km), Agia Irini Convent (3.7 km), and Minoiko Nekrotafeio Armenon (5.8 km).