If you’re planning to visit Crete, you HAVE to check out Rethymno Old Town and you HAVE to stay at Christina’s place. Seriously, the photos don’t do the apartment justice. It is so clean and well decorated—and well stocked with everything you need for your stay—and the location is perfect. There are amazing restaurants literally steps from the front door. And the three balconies!!! The main balcony overlooks the street outside, and it’s great for people watching and listening to the street sounds and local music. There’s another balcony outside the master bedroom, which is smaller but good for catching some fresh air before bed. But the best feature is the rooftop! It’s absolutely gorgeous and and the view is amazing! There are lounge chairs for sunbathing, umbrellas, a gazebo—and a rope-swing chair! You’ll want to allocate enough time to just relax up there and catch a sunset or sunrise, for sure.
But the absolutely best part of this Airbnb experience is the host. Christina is the most responsive, nicest, and helpful Airbnb host I’ve ever had! She helped us find the best places to park, eat, shop, etc., and she was even gracious enough to let us stay past checkout time because we were running behind schedule. The self-checkin/checkout process itself was smooth, and Christina welcomed us with a handwritten note and a bottle of Cretan raki, which was delicious and very much appreciated. It will be hard, if impossible, for this stay to be topped.
Thank you, thank you, Christina! :D
TL;DR summary: Book. This. Airbnb.