Barbara Studios

Guesthouse with a rooftop terrace, steps from Rimondi Fountain
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Property grounds
Point of interest
Rooftop terrace
Studio Suite, Terrace, Garden View | Living area
Superior Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace, Garden Area | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
14 Dambergi, Rethymno, Crete Island, 741 00
  • Rimondi Fountain
    3 min walk
  • Neratze Mosque and Minaret
    3 min walk
  • Bar B.Q
    1 min walk
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    64 min drive

Room options

Studio, Balcony

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Studio (Without Balcony)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mezzanine

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, Terrace, Garden View

Highlights

Terrace
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Lanai
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2015
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Studio, Ground Floor

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio, Balcony (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Rethymno

Barbara Studios places you in the centre of Rethymno, steps from Rimondi Fountain and within a short 5-minute stroll of Rethymnon Venetian Port. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a garden, express check-in and express check-out. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Rethymno guest house include Fortezza Castle and Rethymnon Municipal Garden.

What's nearby

  • Rimondi Fountain - 3 min walk
  • Rethymnon Venetian Port - 4 min walk
  • Fortezza Castle - 4 min walk
  • Rethymnon Town Hall - 9 min walk
  • University of Crete - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 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 its guests a rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbara Studios also features concierge services, express check-in, and express check-out.

This Rethymno guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1450
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Barbara Studios offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

  • No pets 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 - 29 February, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property Registration Number 1041Κ133Κ3202200

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Barbara Studios?

Barbara Studios offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Barbara Studios?

Yep, Barbara Studios is a short 15-minute walk from Town Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and windsurfing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Barbara Studios?

No, Barbara Studios does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Barbara Studios?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Barbara Studios?

No, pets are not allowed.

Barbara Studios Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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.

10/10 Excellent

ISEN, Solna, Sweden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, best hosts ever.
And the "Best Hosts" medal goes to Barbara Studios. Welcomed by Panos, who was as joyful as the disney characters on his t-shirt, we could already see that this is going to be our best stay in Crete. He helped me to find free parking near the hotel and then guided me back to the hotel, where they gave us a detailed introduction to Rethymno. They equipped us with a city map and restaurant list, which was extremely helpful knowing the number of places available to eat in Rethymno. Every place we visited from that list was excellent. When it comes to the hotel itself, there was nothing more one can ask for in a hotel. Venetian house, very cozy, fresh and clean rooms. In short this place was just perfect. We highly recommend it. Thank you Panos and Iro for such this pleasent memory me and my family have in Rethymno.

8/10 Good

greg, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
atmospheric hotel,atmospheric, cosmopolitan town
hotel originally merchant's house - retains all the characteristics of this. very friendly couple run the place. old rethymno is wonderful but with beach access only 10 minutes away. only minor issues with hotel itself. will go back

8/10 Good

Shirish, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Barbara studio nice and comfy
nice and warm staff, very helpful. they left us some sweets every day great gesture.

10/10 Excellent

Mpour, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely hosts
Barbara suites offers a comfortable & convenient stay with lovely hosts