We just returned and had a great time in this hotel. Staff are so helpful and friendly. Suited us perfectly as a family with two kids, age 9&11. The room was simple but all we needed. Safe, air conditioning, balcony with sea view, mini fridge and shower. Comfy beds though the top bunk was slightly rickety. We were lucky enough to have a mama cat and her two young kittens living near to our room and they were a delight. Breakfast was fab, the gentleman hosting clearly took care to keep everything in order and stocked. The team did a great job. Delicious fresh biscuits and pastries each day, bread and a selection of jams, cereals and a variety of hot and cold savoury items which changed each day. Juices, coffee machine, selection of teas. Pretty much all you need. Sitting on the terrace overlooking the sea was a great start to the day. Beautiful views, the pool was spacious and clean and plenty of sun beds. You could tell they had just opened for the start of the season but everything was still running smoothly. The pool bar had a good selection of drinks and ice creams. The items get charged to your room but you can check the balance any time and settle up part way if needed. We used the shuttle bus to get into town, it runs regularly but make your plans and book your seat in advance. €1.50 pp each way. On the way back you can also get a taxi from the rank in town (€7 each way). Or walk back and stop off in one of the beach bars on the way up. Amnos was our fave pit stop. There are two lovely coves across the road, one accessed via the car park and down some steps. The other via steps leading to a precarious wooden bridge. Relaxing spots and fun to bob around with snorkels. Beach shoes recommended. A decent walk to town, maybe 40mins but only 10mins until you reach the nearest taverna and then on you’ll pass various different places/supermarket/patisserie/bars as you walk down. Plenty of choice for restaurants, bars and shops in Skala. For ice cream, we loved the gelato shop up the Main Street. The owner makes the products himself and lets you try as many as you like. Some gorgeous vegan gelato options. We did a boat trip with Captain Vangelis over to Ithaca. Would definitely recommend. We visited Vathy and Kioni and they were both beautiful. We also got a taxi over to Katelios (approx €20) and there are some pretty restaurants on the beach to enjoy. Overall a great holiday and we would certainly return!
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