Kardamena 853 02 Greece, Kardamena, Greece | (888) 399-9863
Excellent value for money, especially for the area
Three-minute walk to the beach and near numerous eateries
Self-catering units are decorated in a simple, traditional Greek style
All rooms have burners, dining tables, and furnished outdoor spaces
Well-maintained pool with adjacent one for kids
Poolside bar serves food and drinks until late
Less than 10 minutes' drive away from the airport
Breakfast is available to guests for a separate charge
Beautiful aromatic gardens surround the property
Apartments are cleaned daily
Free on-site parking and Wi-Fi throughout
Hotel and rooms have simple design
Some might find the low-key area a little too boring
Flat-screen TVs in each room don't get a lot of English channels
Likely the best value in Kardamena, Nissia Kameres is a family-run property that offers self-catering apartments to families and couples. Designed in traditionally simple, Greek-island style, the property stays fairly quiet during the high season and offers basic but nice features like a swimming pool (with one adjacent for the kids) and a poolside bar and lounge that serves food and drinks until late. Those looking for the brighter lights of Kos will have a 30-minute drive, but there's plenty to do nearby because of its location in a quiet resort area. For guests wanting to stay in the larger town of Kos but still have the self-catering option, look into the two-pearl Leonidas Hotel & Studios, which also offers an excellent pool.
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Scene
Low-frills, apartment-style property with charming touches
Built in a traditional, Greek-island style, the family-run Nissa Kamares Hotel Apartments is nestled in aromatic gardens planted with palm trees and Mediterranean plants. With whitewashed stone stucco and welcoming red-orange trim on the windows and door, plus lots of climbing bougainvillea, the property is a good representation of the charming area. Although the hotel doesn't have a lot of features, the overall impression is proof that simplicity can be best: The hotel makes a conscious effort to keep rooms affordable, but it doesn't skimp on quality or service. Guests consistently rave about the friendliness and helpfulness of staff. The property draws a lot of couples, as well as families.
Location
Close to the airport, but far from the buzzier Kos Town scene
Tucked away off a small road, the Nissia Kamares is three minutes' walk from the beach. The hotel is located in the Kardamena resort area, which offers a lot for guests to do: horseback riding, beaches, and spots for a night out. It's also close to supermarkets, tavernas, and restaurants, which are all within a five- to 10-minute walk. The hotel is located off the road to the airport, which makes getting in and out easy -- the airport is just a seven-minute drive away. However, the hotel is a bit farther from the island's central hub of Kos Town: Driving there will take about 30 minutes, so guests wanting more options with nightlife and dining might feel a bit isolated here.
Rooms
Apartment-style units are simple, traditional, and comfortable.
Like the rest of the property, Nissia Kamares Hotel's two floors host 38 self-catering studios and apartments with a low-frills, though well-maintained design. "Simple" shouldn't be mixed up for "basic" here: Rooms are comfortable and traditional, with clean lines in the furniture and arches dividing spaces, as well as tile floors and blue and white furniture. Every room has a furnished balcony or terrace that looks out over onto the landscaped central courtyard, but the best rooms for sun are on the second floor.
Each Studio and Apartment is cleaned daily (except for Sundays; sheets and towels are changed twice a week) and has a kitchenette supplied with a two-burner hot plate, toaster, mini-fridge, crockery and cutlery, kettle, toaster, and air-conditioning, as well as a free in-room safe. Flat-screen TVs are in each room, but they don't offer many English channels.
Bathrooms are on the small side. Done in white and peach tiles, they have a walk-in shower with a rainfall showerhead -- some are very small, depending on the room -- and come with a hairdryer. Toiletries aren't provided, which is a bit surprising but on par with the hotel's pearl rating.
Features
Large pool and adjacent bar open until late
Plenty of sun loungers and umbrellas surround a large, clean swimming pool with a children's pool right next to it. There's also a partially covered poolside bar and lounge (renovated in 2017) that serves drinks and food until late. In the covered area, there are built-in sofas covered in blue, gray, and white cushions, and a pool table. There's no other restaurant on-site, but breakfast is served by the pool for a reasonable charge, and occasionally the hotel hosts barbecue nights. The property doesn't have a lot of amenities other than that, but there are a library and pool table for when guests have some downtime. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout common areas and rooms, and free parking is available in an on-site outdoor lot.
