Elena's place feels like rather like an old fashioned pension, with personal care from the host and a lovely private feel, despite being right in the heart of downtown Rethymo. The green and pretty terrace is perfect for breakfast or a drink, and there is also a higher roof terrace with minaret view. Our room was spotlessly clean and generously provisioned. Our only quibble was that it was perhaps better suited to a couple than to 2 friends. Elena herself was most kind and a pleasure to deal with.