Platanes Travel Guide
Rethymno
Popular places to visit
Rethymnon Venetian Port
Explore the waterfront in Old Town Rethymnon with a trip to Rethymnon Venetian Port. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Platanes Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Platanes Beach during your trip to Platanes? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.
University of Crete
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Crete during your travels in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethimno Kart
You can take time to visit Rethimno Kart during your travels to Rethymno. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.
Rimondi Fountain
After visiting Rimondi Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Old Town Rethymnon. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Rethymnon Town Hall
After visiting Rethymnon Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rethymno. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Top hotels in Platanes
Nalu Resort & Spa
It was excellent!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
May Beach Hotel
Friendly staff, very clean, supermarket across the road and walking distance to beach and restaurants
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Mary Hotel & Mary Royal Suites
Atermono Boutique Resort & Spa
Small, nice and quiet
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Grecotel Casa Adele
Very good food, nice quiet place and not over crowded, pools were perfect, very helpful great staff, so glad we stayed here.
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025
Nautilux Rethymno by Mage Hotels
Nice location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Platanes
Adelianos Kampos
Visitors to Adelianos Kampos like its beaches and bars, and Platanes Beach is a sight worth a stop.
Perivolia
While visiting Perivolia, you might make a stop by sights like Town Beach and Blue Beach.
Old Town
If you're spending some time in Old Town, Rethymnon Venetian Port and Fortezza Castle are top sights worth seeing.
Skaleta
You might appreciate the beaches and restaurants in Skaleta, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Spilies Beach and Rethimno Kart are just a few notable stops.
Violi Charaki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Violi Charaki and surrounding area, you can visit Rethymnon Municipal Garden and Fortezza Castle.
Atsipopoulo
While there might not be top attractions in Atsipopoulo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rethymnon Municipal Garden and Fortezza Castle.
