Hôtel White Olive Elite RethymnoAll Inclusive in Crete

Claire Vasseur

Greece & Eastern Mediterranean specialist · 5 min read

Set foot on the mythical shores of Crete, where the gods of Olympus would have loved to stay. White Olive Elite Rethymno welcomes you with your feet in the sand of Sfakaki Beach, with the Aegean Sea as your horizon. This 5-star hotel embodies the harmony between contemporary comfort and the Mediterranean soul of the island. You are here to forget time, not to count your euros.

Arrival

You walk through the doors of White Olive Elite and a 24-hour reception welcomes you. Chania Airport (43 km) or Heraklion Airport (54 km) are nearby. Soon, your room awaits. Seventy modern rooms, from a standard double with pool or sea view (20 m²) to a spacious family room up to 42 m² with sea view, capable of accommodating 4 adults or a couple with two children. Each space breathes: individual air conditioning, balcony or terrace, wifi, mini-fridge, courtesy amenities with tea and coffee, safe, flat-screen television. The bathroom offers shower and hair dryer. It is simple, functional, without fuss. Upper floors are accessible by elevator. Some rooms accommodate people with reduced mobility, upon prior request. Private parking at your disposal, credit cards accepted (Mastercard, Visa). Laundry service and room service are available as extras if you need them.

Dining, all included

The all-inclusive formula starts upon arrival and covers your three daily meals in varied buffets. You will find the essence of Mediterranean and European cuisine, generously offered. Morning, noon, evening, the tables await you without unpleasant surprises at the till. The Pool Bar, nestled between the two pools and facing the beach, becomes your obligatory stopping point. You have a coffee, a cold beer, a colorful cocktail, ice cubes crackling in your glass. Snacks and refreshments punctuate the day: hot dogs, hamburgers, sandwiches, pizzas, crispy salads, creamy ice creams. Imported spirits and espresso are available as paid extras. We invite you to verify the details of the all-inclusive offer directly with the establishment, as inclusions may vary depending on the period and type of room reserved.

Days by the water

Sfakaki Beach is yours, with direct access. Sunbeds and umbrellas are there, awaiting your relaxed bodies. You also have Eleven Beach 500 meters away, Pirgos Beach 950 meters away, Adelianos Kampos beach 2 km away. But who would go that far when white sand and the blue of the Aegean Sea are beneath your window? Behind the beach, two outdoor pools offer a cool alternative. One of them is equipped with water beds for different relaxation. A solarium with deck chairs and umbrellas completes the picture. Two children's pools and a play area keep them occupied safely. A fitness room opens its doors if energy takes you again. Pool towels are against a 10-euro deposit. The spa and wellness area, with sauna and massages, answers the calls of a body tired by so much leisure, but as a paid extra.

Evening vibes

As night falls, Rethymno itself becomes your playground. The Venetian fortress stands out on the horizon (10 km). The historical and folk art museum, the archaeological museum, the Byzantine art center remind you that you are on Crete, the island of myths and gods. In the evening, you can explore the town, its alleyways with Venetian charm, its local restaurants, or stay under the starry dome of the Pool Bar, glass in hand, listening to the waves.

Who is it for?

This White Olive Elite suits couples seeking Mediterranean romance without spending at every cocktail. Families appreciate children's pools, sufficient space in family rooms, the relative tranquility of all-inclusive. Seniors will find elevator, beach access at ground level, accessible rooms for reduced mobility. Those who love history and culture appreciate being close to ancient Crete and the architectural treasures of Rethymno.