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About this property

Barbara Studios are housed in a 1600's Venetian building in the heart of the Old Town of Rethymno. They feature rooms, studios and apartments with free WiFi, just 50 metres away from the port. Barbara units are traditionally furnished and most of them have a kitchenette with fridge. Facilities include air conditioning, a TV and a private bathroom. Some units also have a balcony overlooking the complex’s courtyard or a partially the sea. Within 300 metres, guests can reach the sandy beach of Rethymno, as well as the bus station. At 30 metres, there is a super market. The archaeological museum of Rethymno is a 3-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the real heart of Rethymno Town, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Roxana
    Turkey Turkey
    The room was exceptional! Nice interior design, very clean, spacious, comfortable bed, cute balcony! The host was very nice and helpful! Good location, just in the old town!
  • Amer
    Germany Germany
    Great location and clean place with amazing host and service
  • Alice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is beautiful kept, right in the center of the old town.
  • Jade
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The family who own this are lovely. The owner gave detailed instructions for self check in and checked in with me via WhatsApp to make sure we are happy at various stages of our stay. This place is rustic and cosy, it has a lovely communal garden...
  • Przeciszowska
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything, the wiev, the room, the cleanest, absolutely amazing!
  • Kosta
    Australia Australia
    Its location and these ease in which to access the room
  • Kostas885
    Greece Greece
    Beautiful room and very kind host Iro. She is kind and helped us with everything we needed.
  • Christine
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful old building with internal gardens and very tastefully decorated rooms . Super comfortable bed and excellent Airconditioner for those hot days. Iro is very good with communication and a delightful woman, who wants to ensure your time in...
  • Melanie
    Austria Austria
    Lovely taste in a hidden quiet yard and beautiful rooms, perfect location for wandering in old town, having breakfasts and enjoying shops and cafes etc
  • Dom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My partner and I stayed a week at Barbara studios and we couldn't have made a better choice. The accommodation itself is beautiful, with a courtyard and private garden - there's many beautiful touches and design choices around the communal areas...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Panos and Iro

Company review score: 9.9Based on 455 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our fourth-generation family home offers peaceful accommodations in the heart of Rethymno's magical old town. Whether you're exploring the winding alleys or savoring Cretan cuisine, everything is within a 2-minute walk. Take time to relax on our serene rooftop terrace or in our charming courtyards. Here, you'll truly feel like part of the local life.

Property information

Since 1969, Barbara Studios has been a true Cretan family home, welcoming travelers from all over the world with genuine "Filoxenia." If you want to experience Rethymno like a local, this is where you belong. We offer rooms, studios, and apartments accommodating up to four people. Most include kitchenettes and traditional furnishings, with modern comforts like air conditioning, TV, and private bathrooms. Some rooms also feature balconies overlooking the courtyard or offer partial sea views.

Neighbourhood information

Perfectly located, Barbara Studios is just steps away from the famous Fortezza Castle and the picturesque Venetian Harbor. Rethymno's sandy beach is only 300 meters away, and a supermarket is conveniently located 30 meters from our door. The bus station and key attractions like the Archaeological Museum are also just a few minutes' walk away.

Languages spoken

Greek,English

Property surroundings

House rules

Barbara Studios takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 10:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note that:

-there is no capacity for extra beds or baby cots in the units

-the property is not accessible to guests with mobility limitations or to very young children, since there is no elevator

-there is no reception. The check-in must be arranged in advance via email

Please inform Barbara Studios in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 10:00:00.

License number: 1041Κ133Κ3202200