Situated on a 72-acre private peninsula south of Athens, this upscale resort is favored by all types of travelers for relaxing accommodations near the city. Highlights include miles of coastline with private beaches, a luxury spa, and many private pools and gardens. There are several good restaurants on-site -- including Polynesian, Cretan, and Italian -- though the prices are high for the area. Activities from water sports and beach volleyball to shopping and the cinema something for everyone, plus a mini-club caters to families. The 260 guest rooms have Nespresso machines and minibars, plus luxe upgrade options like whirlpool tubs, walk-in closets, and heated floors. Design throughout is elegant, but there’s some wear, and decor could use a refresh. For a more polished hotel, check out The Westin Athens Astir Beach Palace Resort.
Situated on a 72-acre private peninsula south of Athens, this upscale resort is favored by all types of travelers for relaxing accommodations near the city. Highlights include miles of coastline with private beaches, a luxury spa, and many private pools and gardens. There are several good restaurants on-site -- including Polynesian, Cretan, and Italian -- though the prices are high for the area. Activities from water sports and beach volleyball to shopping and the cinema something for everyone, plus a mini-club caters to families. The 260 guest rooms have Nespresso machines and minibars, plus luxe upgrade options like whirlpool tubs, walk-in closets, and heated floors. Design throughout is elegant, but there’s some wear, and decor could use a refresh. For a more polished hotel, check out The Westin Athens Astir Beach Palace Resort.
The adult-only San Antonio Corfu Resort is an upper-middle-range property with a spectacular bay setting overlooking Kalami's tranquil beach. Hill settings can be challenging here, but the resulting views are gorgeous, and all 91 rooms face the sea. Rooms have a delicate, romantic style, and are equipped with fridges, kettles, and flat-screen TVs. However, much like the terrain here, Wi-Fi is unsteady. Terraces galore, two outdoor pools, and a beach bar and restaurant are well-reviewed, but notably lacking are a gym and spa. Low-key entertainment suits the relaxed guest presence, most of whom are British couples. With less steps to navigate, the Delfinia Hotel is a good family alternative.
The adult-only San Antonio Corfu Resort is an upper-middle-range property with a spectacular bay setting overlooking Kalami's tranquil beach. Hill settings can be challenging here, but the resulting views are gorgeous, and all 91 rooms face the sea. Rooms have a delicate, romantic style, and are equipped with fridges, kettles, and flat-screen TVs. However, much like the terrain here, Wi-Fi is unsteady. Terraces galore, two outdoor pools, and a beach bar and restaurant are well-reviewed, but notably lacking are a gym and spa. Low-key entertainment suits the relaxed guest presence, most of whom are British couples. With less steps to navigate, the Delfinia Hotel is a good family alternative.
A beautiful beachfront location and excellent kids’ facilities make this family-friendly, all-inclusive hotel a good value. The 119 rooms at the mid-range Kiani Beach Resort vary between modern and old-fashioned, though all are outfitted with kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and outdoor spaces. A beach bar, oceanfront pool, kids’ club with activities, and game room are the most popular facilities, plus there are a sunny rooftop terrace and wellness center with a small gym and steam room. All-include rates cover themed nights at the buffet restaurant, beach bar, and local alcoholic beverages, as well as entertainment six nights per week. Wi-Fi and parking are both free. Travelers not interested in an all-inclusive package may prefer sister hotel Kalyves Beach Hotel.
A beautiful beachfront location and excellent kids’ facilities make this family-friendly, all-inclusive hotel a good value. The 119 rooms at the mid-range Kiani Beach Resort vary between modern and old-fashioned, though all are outfitted with kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and outdoor spaces. A beach bar, oceanfront pool, kids’ club with activities, and game room are the most popular facilities, plus there are a sunny rooftop terrace and wellness center with a small gym and steam room. All-include rates cover themed nights at the buffet restaurant, beach bar, and local alcoholic beverages, as well as entertainment six nights per week. Wi-Fi and parking are both free. Travelers not interested in an all-inclusive package may prefer sister hotel Kalyves Beach Hotel.
The 256-room Porto Angeli Beach Resort Hotel is an upper-middle-range, all-inclusive property in Stegna, on the east coast of Rhodes. The beachfront location is a major draw, although hillside settings mean steep walks throughout. Public areas are modern and stylish, but rooms are slightly less so. Still, rooms are comfy and come with kettles, fridges, and AC. Top-tier units add private pools, and garden or sea views are pleasant. Beautifully maintained pools, well-reviewed food and drink, and lots of child-friendly amenities make this is great pick, though beware of limited English-language entertainment and a location that feels remote. For a classy, all-inclusive stay that's less isolated, consider the SENTIDO Ixian Grand.
The 256-room Porto Angeli Beach Resort Hotel is an upper-middle-range, all-inclusive property in Stegna, on the east coast of Rhodes. The beachfront location is a major draw, although hillside settings mean steep walks throughout. Public areas are modern and stylish, but rooms are slightly less so. Still, rooms are comfy and come with kettles, fridges, and AC. Top-tier units add private pools, and garden or sea views are pleasant. Beautifully maintained pools, well-reviewed food and drink, and lots of child-friendly amenities make this is great pick, though beware of limited English-language entertainment and a location that feels remote. For a classy, all-inclusive stay that's less isolated, consider the SENTIDO Ixian Grand.
High on a hill with spectacular views over Galini Bay, three-pearl Hotel Eden Rock sits above a busy road and opposite a lovely beach, a half-hour drive from the laid-back town of lerapetra. The 100 rooms are simple, but come with balconies and most have gorgeous views of the sea or countryside. On-site amenities include a big pool with a poolside bar, a disco-bar, and plenty of children's amenities, including a playground, a playroom, and a kid's pool. Half-board (breakfast and dinner) options are available at the on-site restaurant, but guests wanting to go into town will need a car, as the hotel is a bit remote.
High on a hill with spectacular views over Galini Bay, three-pearl Hotel Eden Rock sits above a busy road and opposite a lovely beach, a half-hour drive from the laid-back town of lerapetra. The 100 rooms are simple, but come with balconies and most have gorgeous views of the sea or countryside. On-site amenities include a big pool with a poolside bar, a disco-bar, and plenty of children's amenities, including a playground, a playroom, and a kid's pool. Half-board (breakfast and dinner) options are available at the on-site restaurant, but guests wanting to go into town will need a car, as the hotel is a bit remote.
This 222-room, upper-middle-range hotel has a solid list of on-site features and a much-appreciated animation team, but the surrounding area leaves little else to do. An on-site restaurant and two bars are part of the all-inclusive package, plus there are an a la carte restaurant and late-night disco bar. The main pool gets crowded, especially during activities, but there's also a beach with loungers for guests. The design throughout is contemporary and mostly utilizes neutral colors. All rooms have furnished terraces or balconies, free Wi-Fi, and mini-fridges, as well as tea- and coffee-making facilities. Guests looking for a more convenient location might prefer Hersonissos Maris Hotel and Suites.
This 222-room, upper-middle-range hotel has a solid list of on-site features and a much-appreciated animation team, but the surrounding area leaves little else to do. An on-site restaurant and two bars are part of the all-inclusive package, plus there are an a la carte restaurant and late-night disco bar. The main pool gets crowded, especially during activities, but there's also a beach with loungers for guests. The design throughout is contemporary and mostly utilizes neutral colors. All rooms have furnished terraces or balconies, free Wi-Fi, and mini-fridges, as well as tea- and coffee-making facilities. Guests looking for a more convenient location might prefer Hersonissos Maris Hotel and Suites.
The highlight of this mid-range hotel is its breathtaking views, thanks to the hill on which it is built. However, many stairs and uphill walks make getting around difficult. Families especially enjoy the water park, pools, beach, and organized activities, plus there are spa services and a quite pool for adults. The 412 rooms are outfitted with outdoor spaces, and all have a crisp, attractive design except for dated Standard Rooms. Upgrades offer extra bedrooms, dining areas, and some have private pools. Food generally receives positive reviews at the buffet restaurant and a la carte eateries. Those looking for a less isolated location should check out Creta Beach Hotel & Bungalows, which has shops and restaurants within a few minutes’ walk.
The highlight of this mid-range hotel is its breathtaking views, thanks to the hill on which it is built. However, many stairs and uphill walks make getting around difficult. Families especially enjoy the water park, pools, beach, and organized activities, plus there are spa services and a quite pool for adults. The 412 rooms are outfitted with outdoor spaces, and all have a crisp, attractive design except for dated Standard Rooms. Upgrades offer extra bedrooms, dining areas, and some have private pools. Food generally receives positive reviews at the buffet restaurant and a la carte eateries. Those looking for a less isolated location should check out Creta Beach Hotel & Bungalows, which has shops and restaurants within a few minutes’ walk.
Akrogiali Rooms is a small value property across a quiet street from the beach in Corfu. Older travelers and families come here for peace and quiet far from the party scene of Mykonos and Santorini. The hotel is run by a local Greek family. Rooms are simple yet pretty with pine furnishings and furnished balconies overlooking the calm Ionian Sea. The on-site restaurant gets good reviews for breakfast and seafood dishes, though no meals are included in the room rate. Wi-Fi, parking, and beach loungers are free. Those who can't (or won't) climb steps should book a first-floor room or stay elsewhere.
Akrogiali Rooms is a small value property across a quiet street from the beach in Corfu. Older travelers and families come here for peace and quiet far from the party scene of Mykonos and Santorini. The hotel is run by a local Greek family. Rooms are simple yet pretty with pine furnishings and furnished balconies overlooking the calm Ionian Sea. The on-site restaurant gets good reviews for breakfast and seafood dishes, though no meals are included in the room rate. Wi-Fi, parking, and beach loungers are free. Those who can't (or won't) climb steps should book a first-floor room or stay elsewhere.