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Modern hotel room with a sea view and balcony.
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Open-air restaurant with wooden tables overlooking the beach and sea under a clear sky.
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Cozy beach bar with wooden ceiling and sunset sea view.
Elegant hotel restaurant with set tables, armchairs, and warm lighting.
Relaxing seating area with cushions, drinks, and snacks, overlooking the sea and docks.
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Modern hotel by the beach with clear blue water in the foreground.
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Luxury hotel with private pools and sea view on a sunny day.
Sandy beach with numerous sun umbrellas and loungers near calm sea
Aerial view of a hotel with a large, uniquely shaped pool surrounded by sun loungers.
Modern hotel courtyard with fountain, palm trees, and stylish lighting at sunset.
Open dining area with bamboo furniture and wooden roof, surrounded by nature at night.
Modern white building with large windows and pergola by the sea under clear sky.
Chef preparing food on a wooden table with sea view at a beach bar.
Modern hotel kitchen with wooden fronts and a large brick pizza oven dome.
Elegant bar with modern chairs and large globe lights overlooking the sea at sunset.
Elegant hotel bar with wood-paneled wall, lamp light, and table set with wine glasses.
Modern restaurant area with green chairs, wooden tables, and an open kitchen in the background.
Open restaurant with wooden furniture and sea view in bright sunlight.
An outdoor table set with pancakes, toast, drinks, and a sofa area in the background.
Modern bar area with wooden shelves, bar stools, and seating in warm tones.
Aerial view of a rectangular pool with sun loungers and surrounding walkways in a hotel area.
Modern hotel room with large bed, curtains, and view of a terrace with seating area.
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Brightly decorated hotel room with sea view, sofa, bed, and wall-mounted TV.
Modern bedroom with white pillows, round wall decor, and hanging lamps.
View from a hotel room onto a terrace with breakfast and sea view.
Modern hotel room with sea view, round bed, armchairs, and terrace access with sun loungers.
Bright hotel room with open balcony and sea view, elegant furnishings, and cozy ambiance.
Bright hotel room with sea view, modern furnishings, and cozy bed.
Modern outdoor seating area with comfortable chairs and a sea view under a clear sky.
Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony, and sea view in daylight.
Modern hotel area with reflecting pool, palm trees, and planted stone beds under blue sky.
Cozy outdoor seating area with sofas and a table, overlooking a pool at sunset.
Modern hotel room with large bed, TV, armchair, and access to terrace.
Bright hotel room with wooden beam ceiling and access to a terrace with sea view.
Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, wooden beam ceiling, and balcony with a view.
Bright hotel room with cozy seating area and view of a terrace with garden
Bright hotel room with large bed, hanging lamps, and a bench at the front.
Table with wine bottle, two glasses, and a decorative bowl, surrounded by palm trees.
Modern living room with comfortable seating and view into the bedroom.
Cozy patio with corner sofa, colorful cushions, and wooden table against wood and stone walls.
Modern hotel room with sofa, desk, and view into another room.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, wooden beams, and view of a pool.
Several white loungers on a terrace beside a pool with a water jet.
Bright hotel room with sofa, TV, and view of terrace with pool and sea.
Terrace seating area overlooking pool and sea under clear sky.
Cozy seating area with breakfast table overlooking a pool at sunrise.
Cozy living room with sofa, armchair, coffee table, and pool view through large windows.
Modern living room with white sofa, wall-mounted TV, and large windows overlooking the outdoor area.
View from a covered terrace with seating overlooking a pool and garden.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and stylish decor in warm tones.
Bright modern living room with sofa, chairs, and wall-mounted TV in a hotel room.
Modern hotel room with bathroom view and traditional closet doors.
Modern bedroom with double bed, cozy armchair, and warm lighting
Bright hotel room with large bed, wall decor, TV, and terrace overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with sofa, chair, large window, and terrace with sea view.
Modern outdoor pool with sun umbrellas, loungers, and a palm tree in the hotel garden.
Bright bathroom with freestanding bathtub, double sink, and large mirrors.
Table with coffee, orange juice, croissants, and jam in bright daylight.
Bright restaurant with wooden furniture and buffet, sea view through large windows.
Playground with slide, swings, and seesaw on a green lawn overlooking the sea.
Wooden interior of a cozy, colorful children's room with tables, chairs, and decorations.
Open fitness club with wooden structure and sea view in a green setting.
Indoor pool with loungers and view of palm trees and beach through large windows.
Indoor pool with blue lighting, white curtains, and loungers in a modern spa area
Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Kokkini Hani

Mitsis Selection Rinela *****

HER047
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Location

The hotel is wonderfully located directly on the Blue Flag awarded sandy beach of Kokkini Hani. The local center with shopping and entertainment facilities is nearby. Heraklion and the airport are only about 10 km away, and there is a public bus stop in front of the hotel.
Aerial view of umbrellas and sunbeds on a sandy beach beside clear water.
Beach with umbrellas and loungers by the sea at sunset
Aerial view of a hotel complex with multiple pools and direct beach access.
Aerial view of a resort with pools, road layout, and beach access with sun loungers.
Modern hotel by the beach with clear blue water in the foreground.
Aerial view of a beach with loungers and waves at the shore
Luxury hotel with private pools and sea view on a sunny day.
Sandy beach with numerous sun umbrellas and loungers near calm sea
Aerial view of a hotel with a large, uniquely shaped pool surrounded by sun loungers.

Facilities

Modern hotel courtyard with fountain, palm trees, and stylish lighting at sunset.
Open dining area with bamboo furniture and wooden roof, surrounded by nature at night.
Modern white building with large windows and pergola by the sea under clear sky.
Chef preparing food on a wooden table with sea view at a beach bar.
Modern hotel kitchen with wooden fronts and a large brick pizza oven dome.
Elegant bar with modern chairs and large globe lights overlooking the sea at sunset.
Elegant hotel bar with wood-paneled wall, lamp light, and table set with wine glasses.
Modern restaurant area with green chairs, wooden tables, and an open kitchen in the background.
Open restaurant with wooden furniture and sea view in bright sunlight.
An outdoor table set with pancakes, toast, drinks, and a sofa area in the background.
Modern bar area with wooden shelves, bar stools, and seating in warm tones.
Aerial view of a rectangular pool with sun loungers and surrounding walkways in a hotel area.
The award-winning, extensive hotel complex, built in bungalow style, with 393 rooms spread across a main building and several bungalow buildings, features a reception hall with a 24-hour reception, Wi-Fi (included in the lobby and rooms, high-speed for a fee), a main restaurant with show cooking and themed evenings, a taverna (à la carte), an Italian à la carte restaurant, a Steak House à la carte restaurant, a "Fine Italian" pizza station with show cooking kiosk, Beach BBQ Corner, Crêperie-Gelateria, "Fine Wine & Sushi" bar, and an Asian restaurant (reservation required), 6 bars, and Café Rinela. Further facilities include a small shopping arcade with a hairdresser, minimarket, boutique, jeweler, a library, an open-air theater (completely renovated), an indoor theater, and a disco. The garden area features the main swimming pool with a small children's pool, a kids' pool with 2 water slides, and a pool in the spa area, a sun terrace with a magnificent view of the Aegean Sea, and a newly renovated beach taverna. There is a separate area on the beach accessible only to adults. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and bath towels are included by the pool and on the beach.

Accommodation

Superior Double Room

Superior double rooms in a modern style and luxurious design. The spacious rooms consist of a bedroom with a double bed, a generous seating area, and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower in a luxurious yet island-style design. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning (individual control/heating), hairdryer, bath towels (included), coffee and tea making facilities with daily replenished instant coffee and tea selection (included), telephone, docking station, clothes rack, smoke detector, "Bar Signature" lemon juice or champagne service upon arrival at reception/lobby, magnifying mirror, minibar (water, soft drinks, beer and wine, daily replenishment included), mini-fridge, Nespresso coffee machine with daily replenished coffee capsules (included), 50-inch satellite TV with new technology, nuts and dried fruits at the minibar, marble flooring, bedside table, vanity mirror, sofa bed, coffee table, luggage rack, one chair per person, safe (included), turndown service, Wi-Fi. All rooms have a furnished balcony or terrace with garden view for four people (DSU).
For the 3rd or 4th person, a sofa bed and an extra bed are available.
Also available as a Superior double room for single use with land view (DSE).

Modern hotel room with large bed, curtains, and view of a terrace with seating area.
Illuminated entrance with steps and doors, surrounded by plants in a hotel.
Brightly decorated hotel room with sea view, sofa, bed, and wall-mounted TV.
Modern bedroom with white pillows, round wall decor, and hanging lamps.
View from a hotel room onto a terrace with breakfast and sea view.
Modern hotel room with sea view, round bed, armchairs, and terrace access with sun loungers.

Superior Double Room Sea View

Designed in a modern style, these high-quality rooms offer direct sea views, with the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms (DMU).

Superior Double Room Seafront

The Seafront rooms, with the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms, offer sea views and are located directly on the seafront (RF2).

Bright hotel room with open balcony and sea view, elegant furnishings, and cozy ambiance.
Bright hotel room with sea view, modern furnishings, and cozy bed.
Modern bedroom with white pillows, round wall decor, and hanging lamps.
Modern outdoor seating area with comfortable chairs and a sea view under a clear sky.
Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony, and sea view in daylight.
Modern hotel area with reflecting pool, palm trees, and planted stone beds under blue sky.
Cozy outdoor seating area with sofas and a table, overlooking a pool at sunset.
Modern hotel room with large bed, TV, armchair, and access to terrace.

Superior Double Room Sharing Pool Swim Up

With the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms, these rooms offer direct access to the shared pool from the terrace (D2R). Also available with sea view and direct beachfront location (DAD).
The shared pool is not supervised. Please pay special attention to your children when using this area and act considerately.

Superior Bungalow Private Garden

Located in the bungalow buildings with direct access to the hotel's lush gardens, these rooms are equipped with a bedroom with a double bed, a spacious seating area, and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower in a luxurious yet island-style design. The rooms also feature air conditioning (individual control/heating), hairdryer, bath towels (included), coffee and tea making facilities with daily replenished instant coffee and tea selection (included), telephone, docking station, clothes rack, smoke detector, "Bar Signature" lemon juice or champagne service upon arrival at reception/lobby, magnifying mirror, minibar (water, soft drinks, beer and wine, daily replenishment included), mini-fridge, Nespresso coffee machine with daily replenished coffee capsules (included), 50-inch satellite TV with new technology, nuts and dried fruits at the minibar, marble flooring, bedside table, vanity mirror, sofa bed, coffee table, luggage rack, one chair per person, safe (included), turndown service, Wi-Fi. All rooms have a furnished balcony or terrace with garden view for four people (2BK).
For the 3rd or 4th person, a sofa bed and an extra bed are available.

Bright hotel room with wooden beam ceiling and access to a terrace with sea view.
Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, wooden beam ceiling, and balcony with a view.
Bright hotel room with cozy seating area and view of a terrace with garden
Bright hotel room with large bed, hanging lamps, and a bench at the front.
Table with wine bottle, two glasses, and a decorative bowl, surrounded by palm trees.

Junior Suite

Also modernly furnished, the Junior Suites are ideal for couples, significantly more spacious than the Superior Double Rooms, and feature a double bed, a generous seating area, and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower in a luxurious yet island-style design. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning (individual control/heating), hairdryer, bath towels (included), coffee and tea making facilities with daily replenished instant coffee and tea selection (included), telephone, docking station, clothes rack, smoke detector, "Bar Signature" lemon juice or champagne service upon arrival at reception/lobby, magnifying mirror, minibar (water, soft drinks, beer and wine, daily replenishment included), mini-fridge, Nespresso coffee machine with daily replenished coffee capsules (included), 50-inch satellite TV with new technology, nuts and dried fruits at the minibar, marble flooring, bedside table, vanity mirror, sofa bed, coffee table, luggage rack, one chair per person, safe (included), turndown service, Wi-Fi. All rooms have a furnished balcony or terrace with garden view (JS2).

Family Suite Private Garden

The Family Suite Private Garden consists of a combined living/sleeping area with two sofa beds and a separate bedroom with a connecting door, equipped with a double bed, and a marble bathroom with a walk-in shower in a luxurious yet island-style design. The rooms feature air conditioning (individual control/heating), hairdryer, bath towels (included), coffee and tea making facilities with daily replenished instant coffee and tea selection (included), telephone, docking station, clothes rack, smoke detector, "Bar Signature" lemon juice or champagne service upon arrival at reception/lobby, magnifying mirror, minibar (water, soft drinks, beer and wine, daily replenishment included), mini-fridge, Nespresso coffee machine with daily replenished coffee capsules (included), 50-inch satellite TV with new technology, nuts and dried fruits at the minibar, marble flooring, bedside table, vanity mirror, sofa bed, coffee table, luggage rack, one chair per person, safe (included), turndown service, Wi-Fi, and direct access to a private courtyard and an elegant garden with a furnished terrace (TFG).

Modern living room with comfortable seating and view into the bedroom.
Cozy patio with corner sofa, colorful cushions, and wooden table against wood and stone walls.
Modern hotel room with sofa, desk, and view into another room.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, wooden beams, and view of a pool.
Several white loungers on a terrace beside a pool with a water jet.

Family Suite Sharing Pool

With the same amenities as the Family Suite, these rooms feature a terrace with direct access to the shared pool (IM2).
The shared pool is not supervised. Please pay special attention to your children when using this area and act considerately.

Suite Sharing Pool Swim Up

The luxurious suites consist of a combined living/sleeping area with sofa beds, a separate bedroom with a double bed, and two bathrooms (one equipped with a walk-in shower, the other with a large bathtub). They feature air conditioning (individual control/heating), hairdryer, bath towels (included), coffee and tea making facilities with daily replenished instant coffee and tea selection (included), telephone, docking station, clothes rack, smoke detector, "Bar Signature" lemon juice or champagne service upon arrival at reception/lobby, magnifying mirror, minibar (water, soft drinks, beer and wine, daily replenishment included), mini-fridge, Nespresso coffee machine with daily replenished coffee capsules (included), 50-inch satellite TV with new technology, nuts and dried fruits at the minibar, marble flooring, bedside table, vanity mirror, sofa bed, coffee table, luggage rack, one chair per person, safe (included), turndown service, Wi-Fi, and a terrace with access to the shared pool (S2Q).
Also available with a direct beachfront location (SAC).
The shared pool is not supervised. Please pay special attention to your children when using this area and act considerately.

Bright hotel room with sofa, TV, and view of terrace with pool and sea.
Terrace seating area overlooking pool and sea under clear sky.
Cozy seating area with breakfast table overlooking a pool at sunrise.
Cozy living room with sofa, armchair, coffee table, and pool view through large windows.
Modern living room with white sofa, wall-mounted TV, and large windows overlooking the outdoor area.
View from a covered terrace with seating overlooking a pool and garden.

Family Suite 2 Bedrooms Sharing Pool

The Family Suite 2 Bedrooms Sharing Pool is spread over two levels and features individually adjustable air conditioning, a living/sleeping room on the lower level, a bedroom on the upper level, coffee and tea station, telephone, 2 satellite TVs, Wi-Fi, walk-in shower, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, beach towels, and a furnished balcony and furnished terrace (2Z2).
The shared pool is not supervised. Please pay special attention to your children when using this area and act considerately.

Residence

Consists of two bedrooms with double beds, two bathrooms with a large bathtub, and a living/sleeping area with a sofa bed. Features air conditioning (individual control/heating), hairdryer, bath towels (included), coffee and tea making facilities with daily replenished instant coffee and tea selection (included), telephone, docking station, clothes rack, smoke detector, "Bar Signature" lemon juice or champagne service upon arrival at reception/lobby, magnifying mirror, minibar (water, soft drinks, beer and wine, daily replenishment included), mini-fridge, Nespresso coffee machine with daily replenished coffee capsules (included), 50-inch satellite TV with new technology, nuts and dried fruits at the minibar, marble flooring, bedside table, vanity mirror, sofa bed, coffee table, luggage rack, one chair per person, safe (included), turndown service, Wi-Fi, and a furnished balcony (RES).

Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and stylish decor in warm tones.
Bright modern living room with sofa, chairs, and wall-mounted TV in a hotel room.
Modern hotel room with bathroom view and traditional closet doors.
Modern bedroom with double bed, cozy armchair, and warm lighting
Bright hotel room with large bed, wall decor, TV, and terrace overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with sofa, chair, large window, and terrace with sea view.
Modern outdoor pool with sun umbrellas, loungers, and a palm tree in the hotel garden.
Bright bathroom with freestanding bathtub, double sink, and large mirrors.

Villa Private Pool

With the same amenities as the Residence, these rooms additionally feature a private outdoor area with its own pool and a furnished terrace (2IO).
The shared pool is not supervised. Please pay special attention to your children when using this area and act considerately.

Meals

Ultra All Inclusive

All main meals are served buffet style.
Gluten-free, lactose-free, and vegan meals are available upon request.
Appropriate attire is requested in the restaurant (no swimwear, no shorts).

Table with coffee, orange juice, croissants, and jam in bright daylight.

All Inclusive

Ultra All Inclusive

Early bird breakfast (4-7 am), breakfast (7-10:30 am), lunch (12:30-2:30 pm), dinner (6:30-9:30 pm), and "Late Buffet" (10:30 pm - 4 am) with hot and cold snacks served buffet style with show cooking.
A corner with Greek specialties is available at breakfast.
Local alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages, and international spirits are available and included from 9 am to 2 am at the respective open bar.
Lunch and dinner can be enjoyed in one of the à la carte restaurants (once per week per restaurant, subject to prior reservation and availability).
Greek à la carte restaurant: Lunch from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm and dinner from 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
Pan-Asian à la carte restaurant: Dinner from 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
Italian à la carte restaurant: Brunch from 9 am to 12 pm and dinner from 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
Steak House à la carte restaurant: Dinner from 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
Additionally, from 8:30 am to 10:30 am, hot toasts, hot dogs, hamburgers, and crepes with ice cream are available.
Rotating theme nights with show cooking in the main restaurant (Greek, Italian, Lebanese, Mexican, Mediterranean, Asian, French), separate stations for Italian pasta and vegetarian dishes. Additionally, BBQ daily from 12 pm to 4 pm on the beach, freshly prepared pizza from 10:30 am to 6 pm, and a wine bar with sushi and wine from 6 pm to 1 am (Adults only 18+).

Bright restaurant with wooden furniture and buffet, sea view through large windows.

Sports included

The hotel offers its guests a comprehensive sports program with 3 padel courts (usable until 6 pm, reservation required), gymnastics and aerobics, table tennis, darts, beach volleyball, beach soccer, and swimming lessons.

Sports for a fee

Various water sports at the beach (via local providers), fitness trainer for personal training, yoga, and Pilates.

Children's program

Playground with slide, swings, and seesaw on a green lawn overlooking the sea.
Wooden interior of a cozy, colorful children's room with tables, chairs, and decorations.
For the younger guests, there is a playground, three separate children's pools, two of which have seawater, a "Splash Park" with a water tower, three water slides, various water games, as well as children's entertainment, children's disco, mini club (ages 4-11 from 10 am to 6 pm). In July and August, there is also a Junior Club (ages 8-11) and a Teen Club (ages 12-16).
Children's corner in the main restaurant with a special children's buffet (high season only).

Wellness

Spa center with indoor pool and sauna (both for a fee, ages 18+).
Indoor pool with loungers and view of palm trees and beach through large windows.
Indoor pool with blue lighting, white curtains, and loungers in a modern spa area

Entertainment

Occasional beach BBQs, daily live music and DJ at the main bar. Multilingual animation team organizes games, musicals, acrobatics, cabaret, sketches, shows in the theater, competitions, art classes.

Hotel service

Cots and high chairs free of charge. Babysitting service available upon request and for a fee.
Free parking spaces in front of the hotel.
Room service for a fee.
Laundry and dry cleaning service (for a fee), pool and beach towels are included.
Express check-out.

Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, Maestro.

Hotel features

  • Internet
  • Children's playground
  • Animation
  • Shopping facilities
  • Kids' club/mini club
  • Air conditioning
  • Sandy beach
  • Indoor pool
  • Water slides
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Family-friendly
  • Direct beach location
  • Enhanced hygiene concept

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides assistance in making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

Advance reservations for the à la carte restaurants are possible at:
https://www.mitsis.com/en/concierge/rinela-beach/139
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Pets are not allowed.
Hotel Contact:
Mitsis Selection Rinela
Kokkini Hani, 71500 Heraklion, Crete, Greece
Phone: +30 28107 61713
Email: rinela.info@mitsis.com
In the catalog "High Class" 2026 on page 156.

Climate Resilience Fee Information

For stays from January 1, 2018, the Greek government charges a climate resilience fee, payable by the guest on-site, similar to a tourist tax. The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and ranges from 0.50 Euro to 15 Euro per day and room starting from January 1, 2025.
For stays during the high season (April 1 - October 31):
1-2 star category: 2 Euro
3 star category: 5 Euro
4 star category: 10 Euro
5 star category: 15 Euro
For stays during the low season (November 1 - March 31):
1-2 star category: 0.50 Euro
3 star category: 1.50 Euro
4 star category: 3 Euro
5 star category: 4 Euro

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