Calla Luxury Seafront Suites

“Exceptional Calla”

My hubby and I have recently returned from an amazing week at Calla. Not sure I can add anymore to what’s already been said about this lovely place. It truly deserves its exceptional status. It’s so impressive - the location, beach, amenities, rooms, comfort, cleanliness, design, decor, food & d… more

My hubby and I have recently returned from an amazing week at Calla. Not sure I can add anymore to what’s already been said about this lovely place. It truly deserves its exceptional status. It’s so impressive - the location, beach, amenities, rooms, comfort, cleanliness, design, decor, food & drink etc are all first class. The family and their staff are amazing and always on hand to meet your needs, make a call for a taxi, recommend a trip or place to eat. I’m very grateful to them all. Throughout our stay we received thoughtful gifts like chocolates, a lovely bottle of wine which we enjoyed on our balcony one evening watching the sunset, and Cretan olive oil, which we quickly put to good use making dinner once we arrived home. We had such a great time we’re already planning a return in 2026. If you’re looking for a gorgeous hotel stay on a beautiful island, then Calla is the place to go.

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“Calla in our hearts forever 💙🤍”

It was living in a dream; the hospitality, the beautiful modern rooms (very clean!), the ocean view, the quiet & lovely pool-area, and not to mention the incredible roof-top terrace we enjoyed while watching the sunset. This family-driven hotel took my and my husband's breaths away; they were so sw… more

It was living in a dream; the hospitality, the beautiful modern rooms (very clean!), the ocean view, the quiet & lovely pool-area, and not to mention the incredible roof-top terrace we enjoyed while watching the sunset. This family-driven hotel took my and my husband's breaths away; they were so sweet and thoughtful, made us both feel at home, and feel seen. Calla Hotel has so much soul and brings so much peace. Calla is in our hearts forever - can't wait to come back one day 💙🤍

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“Calla Luxury Suites lives up to it's name”

My wife and I have just returned from a ten night stay in Calla Luxury Seafront Suites, Crete and our reflections are full of superlatives. Mike (short for Mihalis) is the owner manager with his wife Katja and we left life long friends, looking forward to our return. We spend our 44th Wedding Ann… more

My wife and I have just returned from a ten night stay in Calla Luxury Seafront Suites, Crete and our reflections are full of superlatives. Mike (short for Mihalis) is the owner manager with his wife Katja and we left life long friends, looking forward to our return. We spend our 44th Wedding Anniversary there and quickly realised after many years of global travel, the key to successful accommodation, restaurants etc. was the quality of management, staff and customer service. Calla Luxury Suites tick all the boxes. Mike has a lifetime of Senior level experience, managing top World class hotels. He has drawn on this experience, filtering the 'good, the bad and the exceptional' to design and run a six room only, vacation residence. There are more staff than rooms, with customers and their wellness and enjoyment, their only priority. All the former reviews were true. Perhaps a few reflections below could be added: Rooms were super comfy, had high quality beds, showers, sinks and baths (depending on the class of room)..oh,and a decent sized unstocked fridge, were sound proofed from outside and next door and enjoyed sea views opposite. Bed linen, towels etc. were crisp and regularly changed; toiletries were quality brands; decorations were high standard and finishes were re-touched up every year to maintain the quality feel. Housekeeping: The whole building is spotless and rooms are maintained to a very high standard daily. Staff clean and polish, water plants, tidy...if they have time to spare. There were little touches like fresh bottle water everyday, welcome drinks and surprise chocolates. There are many places to relax..on the upper terrace, next to the plunge pool in front or under one of the 20 parasols/sunbeds, cleaned daily...just for you. There was a feeling of space while we were there. We weren't conscious of other guests and saw only a couple. The main concept of the hotel is for visitors to relax, switch off and enjoy quiet time. The building also has a small but well stocked bar area, which doubles up as a breakfast room. The breakfasts provided the best and freshest of Cretan food, with other options. Perhaps the most important memory will be of the Staff. Can my wife and I thank Elenis, Ilia and Marianne whom we loved, (in alphabetical order) for looking after us: They were a key part of our stay. Their work clothes looked so smart and professional. We enjoyed all our conversations with them, and their patient encouragement to learn their language and customs, as well as sharing their views, advice and humour. Not forgetting their service, which might include sitting to the rear of us (only us), on a beach chair for hours waiting for us to order a drink or lunch (yes, we did feel guilty). Finally to Mike and Katia. Thank you so much for the welcome that made us feel part of your family. Nothing was too much trouble for you..constantly smiling, suggesting things, chatting, answering questions, ordering taxis, liaising with the outside world and letting us enjoy your vision. Many thanks... Bernie and Sue [[To anybody thinking of staying, there are many good restaurants in Rethymno, but two are close by Nostos and Kai: These two are top notch, but very personable..we went 2 and 3 times respectively to the above. Calla Suites is a pleasant 25 minutes walk from the Old Town along the Prom....brilliant for sea air exercise..and a quieter area to stay. The Red Bus sounds tacky, but try it especially getting off at the Military Museum in the mountains (a visit should be on the Global School Curricilum) and eating in the old, authentic village taverna, in the small square behind.]]

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“Magnificent”

Pure perfection!! Beautiful and modern..every square inch of this property is immaculately clean, and beautifully decorated. The split level suites are breathtaking, with a balcony view right on the most spectacular, clear water beach in Rethymno. Free sun beds and umbrella for guests of Calla, w… more

Pure perfection!! Beautiful and modern..every square inch of this property is immaculately clean, and beautifully decorated. The split level suites are breathtaking, with a balcony view right on the most spectacular, clear water beach in Rethymno. Free sun beds and umbrella for guests of Calla, with full food and drink service on the beach, steps away from your suite. The proprietors have thought of everything you’ll need to relax and enjoy your time here. They are one step ahead of you! The pool area is beautiful Restaurants,bars, cafes and shops line either side of you. However it was quiet in the evenings to sleep. It was a slice of heaven, and we can’t wait to return soon.

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