Camari Garden Hotel Apartments

My family, Lucy, Lena, Freddie, Ronny, John, Allelujah, and myself had a fantastic time. Ronny and I agreed, ‘best raki ever’! The food was always delicious and great value. All of the staff were very friendly especially Nikos, Manolis, George, Fortini, Thespina, and Georgia, but not forgetting the often unseen staff who prepared the food/worked reception/ran the on-site shop (which was very handy for essentials). We visited Rethymon a few times and it was very nice, but to be honest there’s not really any need to leave the complex if you’re looking for a relaxing holiday. Love to all the staff, looking forward to returning Sept 2024.

Where to start. A fantastic place run by a fantastic family and staff. A totalRelax for us.This place is within a 10 min walk up to the traditional village or walk down to the cove with restaurant. 5☆

I was tempted to leave a bad review so that others wouldn’t find this little treasure. Amazing family run establishment. The staff are very attentive and will do anything to help you. The accommodation is as described, comfortable and well equipped. All of the facilities are well maintained and clean. We had a wonderful trip with family, there were 7 of us and we were very well looked after. The bar is fully stocked and we managed to sample the majority of the menu. All of the food was very tasty and good quality with reasonable prices. There is a ten minute walk into the traditional Cretan village of Gerani, very friendly locals. A few bars, restaurants, bakery, local supermarket, pharmacy and more. We ate out in Staras a number of times, make sure you are hungry, the portions sizes are big. Again, the all of the food was amazing. The staff made our stay even better, we couldn’t have asked for more. It’s easy to get into Rethymno via bus which you can get across the road from the apartments. You can also then get to Chania and Heraklion and further afield with the buses. Our group had plenty of days out and even managed the Samaria Gorge hike (make sure you are fit for it before embarking!!) We will definitely be back and a huge thank you to all of the staff that looked after us during our stay, you made our trip even more memorable.

Camari Gardens is a small complex of apartments and studios in a great location, very clean and well kept with onsite bar and restaurant and 2 large pools. The rooms are spacious and very clean, the beds are quite hard (ask for a mattress from the camp beds to use as a topper and makes it much better), there are clean white linens, good pillows, extra thick blankets and free air con. Would of liked a toaster, there is toastie maker, kettle and 2 ring electric cooker. The staff are fantastic and really make the place. All the food we had from the restaurant was delicious, the chicken skewer portion and garlic bread in particular were the best we had while in Greece. Lots of cute cats hanging around, all very friendly. There is a griffon vulture that flies along the mountains and over the area quite often and mountain goats opposite too. There are 2 pools, both kept very clean but quite cold when we were there in October. Small cove and beach just down the hill, great for snorkelling, no sunbeds but glorious waters and only frequented by the locals and there is a lovely little Chapel and 2 tavernas (they close mid October). Rethymnon old town is just gorgeous and is 10-15 mins by car, Petres beach was our favourite 7 mins away, Lake Kournas 15 mins - lots to see and do if you hire a car, though there are buses. It is quite isolated otherwise and not much you can walk to, unless you are incredibly fit. Up the hill (quite strenuous in the heat) is a little village, Gerani, which has a supermarket, bakery with all sorts of yummy treats (try the granola/flapjack thing) and Staras restaurant (stunning, please go and see). Would 100% return in the future.

Just read a bad review of this hotel. I have been going here every May ,apart from covid for 10 years. To my regret I haven't reviewed it. It is ideal,typical Greece. No frills just a great location,great staff and excellent food. All at reasonable prices and lots of banter and smiles. See you again next May. Try it you will relax and chill.

Enjoyed a week in October 2023 with the family at Camari Garden Hotel Apartments. The staff are unbelievably friendly, and can't do enough for you. The staff is what made our holiday, we had some great days/nights with them. My parents previously visited the hotel years ago and came back this year and enjoyed another great holiday. The cleanliness of the hotel from the rooms to the pool, to the bar is exceptional. I know tons of people who return year after year and have multiple visits per year, so that tells you alone how great the place is. They also provide breakfast in the mornings and have an all day menu which you can choose from. There's a wide range of selection when it comes to the drinks, regarding the beers you can have Mythos/Amstel in bottle, or Alfa on draught. There is a whole selection on cocktails, spirits, wines, soft drinks etc. Regarding the location - Gerani is a little quaint village, if you enjoy peace and the quiet life then this is the place for you. There is a small beach 350 yards down from the hotel where there are 2 restaurants. You can get a daily bus into Rethymno, one way is €1.60 tickets can be bought in Reception or the supermarket below the hotel. Thanks for a great week and I hope to see many of you very soon!

This was our first visit to Crete. Arrived late on at Camari Gardens and after a warm welcome we got booked in and shown to the room. Spacious clean room with a living / dining area and bedroom and bathroom. We went to the bar and ended up staying for a few late drinks , chatting to the lovely Manolis behind the bar. We were self catering but didn't use the 2 rings for cooking and mainly ate out on day trips but we had one breakfast at the hotel and an evening meal which were very nice. There are 2 pools and we used the lower one. There's a small rocky bay a few minutes walk away which was great for early morning swims. The hotel is handy for the village of Gerani also. We loved meeting the fantastic hotel staff. Thank you all for everything!

Terrible and dirty mattress. Feels like sleeping on a wood. Rooms needs renovation not only outside but mostly inside. Breakfast is very basic . On the contrary, personell at restaurant is very kind and smily. The location is very nice and is close to the sea

Just returned from another 2 week holiday at the wonderful Camari Garden Hotel and it is simply the best. Fantastic family run hotel and all the family and team go out of there way to ensure you have a great time. Nothing is to much trouble for Angela, Nico, George and all the Camari family. The hotel bar restaurant provides excellent food and drink with a varied menu and daily specials available. They do a great Greek salad. The food and drink prices are great value and service is first class. Rooms have a wonderful view either looking out to sea or up towards the village of Gerani. 2 excellent pools, lots of sun beds available and rest and relaxation is the order of the day. Gerani village is worth a visit and is 10 minutes walk up the hill with several bar restaurants and a bakery, supermarket and pharmacy in the village. All in all Camari Garden is highly recommended for a quiet relaxing break and we are already booked to visit twice next year. Many thanks to the Camari Garden family and team for a great holiday. See you in 2024.