Situated within 6 km of the star-shaped Fortezza of Rethymno and around a 10-minute ride from the Rethymno Nature Park, the 4-star beachfront Varvaras Diamond Hotel Platanes features an archaeological museum. This Platanes aparthotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, complimentary private parking on site and an outdoor swimming pool.

Located within 5 minutes' walk of the Platanes Beach, the hotel lies steps from shopping venues such as the Evelin Divers. The 17th-century Venetian Rimondi Fountain in Platanes is approximately 7 km from the Varvaras Diamond. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Blue Beach, which is only a 13-minute walk away. Standing about 8 km away, the Church of the Four Martyrs is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination. Plantanes bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is just moments from the Varvaras Diamond Platanes.

There are 21 rooms comprising a balcony and a kitchenette. They come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as such comforts as an air conditioner. Furnished with a writing table, the rooms also have tea and coffee-making facilities. Nice touches include a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and toiletries. You can enjoy views of the garden.

The pool bar of Varvaras Diamond Hotel serves appetisers and a barbeque. It overlooks the pool. Choose from an unlimited choice of healthy dishes at Taverna Yiannis which is nearly 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation.