Laganas 290 92 Greece, Laganas, Greece | (888) 399-9863
Quieter location set off the main strip in Laganas
Simple rooms with extra beds, balconies, and kitchenettes
Outdoor pool with whirlpool and nice leafy vista
Poolside cafe serves food all day
Sports bar shows all big events and stays open late
Gym and spa services
Internet station and free Wi-Fi
Free bikes to borrow
Can be noisy in high season
Dated room decor and some tube-style TVs
Air-conditioning and safes cost extra
Most travelers heading to Zante's party resort of Laganas are looking for a simple hotel with a lively scene, and the budget Atlantis Hotel does not disappoint in this respect. Even out of season, its large rooms, facilities, and location away from the main strip will appeal to families and couples looking for value away from steeper beachfront prices. The 61 rooms are simply furnished and include kitchenettes and balconies. The main pool area has a nice view and the poolside cafe serves a decent snack menu throughout the day, with the bar open until late. Features such as a gym, spa treatments, and internet center are welcome and the sports bar screens most major events. Nearby Savvas Hotel has slightly lower rates, but lacks a gym and spa.
Scene
Budget hotel with a lively vibe, especially during the summer months
Atlantis Hotel is one of the bigger hotels in the area, and is in a smart, attractive building with wrought-iron balconies and Grecian-style staircases at its entrance. Lifts provide access to all four floors. Although located on a quiet street away from the main nightlife, the hotel has a lively atmosphere, especially in high season with music playing throughout the day and the sports bar open until late. The building is arranged around a central outdoor pool, edged with palms and leafy views across the resort to distant hillsides. Shared spaces like the poolside cafe and bar are modern and airy, with plenty of space to relax, both in and out of the sun. Guests tend to be young groups of friends looking for a quiet base away from the main strip. However, out of season it's popular with families and couples.
Location
Quieter location off the main road in the busy Laganas resort
The Atlantis Hotel is located in Laganas, the island's busiest resort, and is popular with a young crowd. The hotel itself is on a quiet road that's a few minutes walk from the main streets lined with restaurants, bars, and mini-marts. The beach is a 10-minute walk away, and there are boat trips from the shore to Turtle Island. Exploring the rest of the island is easy, it takes around an hour tip to tip. Popular points of interest include the charming fishing harbor Zante town, which is a 15-minute drive. The small village of Bochali sits on the hill above, 20 minutes away, which has superb views over the island. It's about an hour to Porto Vromi for boat trips to famous Shipwreck Bay where visitors can swim in the caves and secluded coves. The international airport is a 10-minute drive away.
Rooms
A variety of simply decorated rooms with kitchenettes and balconies suit groups and families
Rooms at the Atlantis come in a variety of configurations, from Studio Twins to larger two-bedroom Apartments. All units have a simple finish, with a tiled floor, pale walls, and wood furniture. All include balconies or terraces, TVs (many are flat-screen TVs, but some have tube-style TVs), free Wi-Fi, and kitchenettes with fridges, kettles, toasters, hobs, sinks, and tableware. Some of the larger apartments have a separate living area. Air-conditioning and safes are available at an extra charge. Bathrooms have a white tiled finish, and come with shower/tub combos, hairdryers, towels, and a set of toiletries.
Features
Pleasant outdoor pool with whirlpool; sports bar, gym, spa services, and free Wi-Fi
The Atlantis Hotel has a nice outdoor pool area, with palms and loungers surrounding the kidney-shaped pool. There's also a whirlpool and and a small splash pool for children, plus a poolside cafe and bar serving light meals and snacks from breakfast until the late hours. The sports bar has Sky TV and shows all major events, plus a good cocktail menu, music, Xbox games, and pool tables. The ground floor gym has free weights, cardio and weight-bearing machines, and a punching bag, and there are a range of spa and beauty treatments available. The front desk is staffed 24-hours a day, and there's free Wi-Fi and an internet station with two personal computers. Other services include free bike rentals and babysitting for a charge.