Best Hotels near Kakovatos Beach, Zacharo

Going late in the morning and rushing overnight, there is not much impression. There was no electric kettle in the room, and the uncle in the lobby bar enthusiastically used the coffee machine to fill me with several pots. The hotel is a bit old, and the air conditioner is a radiator-like device placed next to a desk near the desk.

This is a reasonable 4 star hotel. Our room was an OK size with a couple of stairs going down to a small sitting area and the balcony. Unfortunately once we put a suitcase on the luggage rack at the bottom of the bed it made it a bit tight walking around the bed. The room had a view overlooking the swimming pool. There was a small pull-out clothes line on the balcony which we really appreciated. The bathroom was a reasonable size although there was a bath with a shower over it rather than a walk in shower. The hotel is up a hill and the distance to the town is not very far. However, it is a very steep hill. We walked down very carefully and caught a taxi back which only costs us 5€. There is free parking at the hotel. There was quite a range of food available for breakfast. On the second morning of our stay there was someone cooking omelettes to order which was great. On check-out the receptionist told us there was a charge for mini-bar items we had consumed. We told her that we had not consumed anything. She quickly said “sorry, my mistake”. She did not check anything and we were left with the feeling that this had been a “try on”. Regardless, it would seem that this is something that the receptionist should check before advising customers of an additional charge because last impressions count. Without this incident I would have rated the hotel as very good rather than average.

We travelled with our two teenage daughters in July 2023 and booked two rooms half board. This was our second visit to this hotel. My husband and I had Room 202 which was lovely. The air con is effective and the beds and bedding very comfortable. The cleaning was good and there were plenty of complimentary toiletries. The pool area is quiet and we could always get a sun bed. Pool towels are provided. All the staff are really helpful and friendly. There have been some changes to the Half Board since last year. Firstly every meal is eaten on the roof top terrace. This provides some of the best views I have ever seen, but there is very little shade which can make evening dining a little uncomfortable. The Half Board menu is available from 6pm until 8pm only. We were initially told 7.30pm but then it was extended by thirty minutes. As a family of four (2 bedrooms, 3 adults, 1 child) we were offered one starter to share, one salad to share, a main course each and watermelon for dessert. On one evening, our daughters were offered ice cream by the owner. The food is delicious, nicely presented and all waiter service but there is not a huge choice. There is another menu available via the Wine Bar but that is not included on the Half Board basis. Georgia, the owner, is very helpful. She arranged for our daughters to change room from the small double they had been given to a larger twin room. This is a great location for peace, quiet and relaxation and watching the best sunsets ever. If you want to explore, car hire and taxis are available.

Good location, few mins walk to the archeological site and nice restaurant down the street, the hosts are super friendly and helpful too.