The beachfront Minos Hotel is located within walking distance of the town center and approximately 50 miles from Heraklion Airport. The hotel is about an 11-hour ferryboat ride from Athens. Rethymno is the birthplace of Xenios Dias (Zeus), the god of hospitality. Hotel amenities include the two outdoor swimming pools (umbrellas and sunbeds available, free of charge), table tennis, video games, tennis court (illuminated), outdoor chessboard, organized entertainment, gardens, Bacchus Bar, Pool Bar, Cafeteria, Dionysus Restaurant (a la carte lunches), and Ambrosia (buffet breakfast and dinner). The hotel has lounges, a jewelry shop, TV/video room, and mini-market. All rooms feature private bathrooms, hairdryer, balconies, air-conditioning, clock radios, minibars, and TVs.