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17 years 9 months ago
We have literally come back today from two fabulous weeks staying at the Karpathios Apartments in Pefkos, Rhodes. The weather was fantastic though the air conditioning a must for a good night's sleep!
The rooms were small and basic but more than adequate. There is a wide selection of restaurants and bars offering a good choice.
The beach is a short walk away but to be honest, when we weren't out and about on trips etc, we ended up spending a lot of time at the pool. Mary (aka Maria) who runs the pool bar during the daytime was fantastic - very friendly, always had a lovely smile and always more than willing to help if needed. Marco equally was great fun in the evening as he ran the bar from 5pm til late. The food during the day was good quality and they have quite a range.
They have a kareoke night on a Tuesday and a Greek barbecue on a Thursday/Sunday. The barbecue offers the opportunity of experiencing some lovely Greek food, music and best of all dancing, with Maria, Marco and the rest of the gang putting on quite a show. It isn't long though until the audience is encouraged to join in - which was immensely good fun!
We loved it and are hoping to go back again. The occasional lack of water (which was not just in the apartments but also in the surrounding villages) was a bit of a pain but the views and the staff more than made up for it.
I would recommend it.
The rooms were small and basic but more than adequate. There is a wide selection of restaurants and bars offering a good choice.
The beach is a short walk away but to be honest, when we weren't out and about on trips etc, we ended up spending a lot of time at the pool. Mary (aka Maria) who runs the pool bar during the daytime was fantastic - very friendly, always had a lovely smile and always more than willing to help if needed. Marco equally was great fun in the evening as he ran the bar from 5pm til late. The food during the day was good quality and they have quite a range.
They have a kareoke night on a Tuesday and a Greek barbecue on a Thursday/Sunday. The barbecue offers the opportunity of experiencing some lovely Greek food, music and best of all dancing, with Maria, Marco and the rest of the gang putting on quite a show. It isn't long though until the audience is encouraged to join in - which was immensely good fun!
We loved it and are hoping to go back again. The occasional lack of water (which was not just in the apartments but also in the surrounding villages) was a bit of a pain but the views and the staff more than made up for it.
I would recommend it.
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 9 months ago
This was our sixth time to Pefkos, all in differnt aparments.
The hill up to our rooms was steep but short. My wife and I have had worse hills in Pefkos. The site itself was small and compact with really splendid pool.
Our room was on the front, ground level, at first we pulled a face, but we soon got used to it. Free fan for these rooms, which was a boon.
Staff very friendly, what a smile from our hostess. Down side the rep who met us at the airport, at 6-30 in the morning saw us off the bus then left us to find the rooms ourselves.
Great place, great site, great holiday.
The hill up to our rooms was steep but short. My wife and I have had worse hills in Pefkos. The site itself was small and compact with really splendid pool.
Our room was on the front, ground level, at first we pulled a face, but we soon got used to it. Free fan for these rooms, which was a boon.
Staff very friendly, what a smile from our hostess. Down side the rep who met us at the airport, at 6-30 in the morning saw us off the bus then left us to find the rooms ourselves.
Great place, great site, great holiday.
Travel operator: first choice
Recommended
17 years 9 months ago
This was our first holiday without parents there.
We are only 17 and fully enjoyed our stay there!
The apartments were very basic but lovely! The Staff were so friendly and made our stay a laugh.
We will definitely be going again next year! cant wait to be back!!
We are only 17 and fully enjoyed our stay there!
The apartments were very basic but lovely! The Staff were so friendly and made our stay a laugh.
We will definitely be going again next year! cant wait to be back!!
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 10 months ago
This is the first time I have been to Greece and was not entirely sure what to expect. I was very pleasantly surprised with the Karpathios apartments.
Although I agree that the hill up to the studios can be a bit daunting, and certainly not suitable for those with walking difficulties, the views are fabulous.
The studio itself was clean but basic. The size was sufficient for myself and my 8 year old daughter. Bed linen and towels are provided and the bedding was changed 4 times during our stay. Our studio had the 2 single mattresses on the platform; large wardrobe with storage area under, but no drawers, so everything had to be either hung or piled up; fridge; 2 ring small hotplate; kettle; toaster; cutlery & crockery.
There are so many places to eat nearby, and reasonably cheaply, that having sparse cooking facilities really didn't matter - and the bar does serve food until around 5pm - burgers with chips, salads, pizzas, chicken kebabs. (Crisps, ice cream and drinks always available). Maria was very kind and helpful and Marco great fun - my daughter adored them both and Marco always had time for a joke with her which made her day!
The pool was very clean with ample loungers, tables and parasols and with spectacular views across the village of Pefkos to the sea.
There were a few ants and wasps around, which is only to be expected, but we never saw one dreaded mosquito - possibly because of the searing heat.
For anyone happy not to have full hotel services or expect hotel standards then I would certainly recommend the Karpathios Studios. We will be going back!!
Although I agree that the hill up to the studios can be a bit daunting, and certainly not suitable for those with walking difficulties, the views are fabulous.
The studio itself was clean but basic. The size was sufficient for myself and my 8 year old daughter. Bed linen and towels are provided and the bedding was changed 4 times during our stay. Our studio had the 2 single mattresses on the platform; large wardrobe with storage area under, but no drawers, so everything had to be either hung or piled up; fridge; 2 ring small hotplate; kettle; toaster; cutlery & crockery.
There are so many places to eat nearby, and reasonably cheaply, that having sparse cooking facilities really didn't matter - and the bar does serve food until around 5pm - burgers with chips, salads, pizzas, chicken kebabs. (Crisps, ice cream and drinks always available). Maria was very kind and helpful and Marco great fun - my daughter adored them both and Marco always had time for a joke with her which made her day!
The pool was very clean with ample loungers, tables and parasols and with spectacular views across the village of Pefkos to the sea.
There were a few ants and wasps around, which is only to be expected, but we never saw one dreaded mosquito - possibly because of the searing heat.
For anyone happy not to have full hotel services or expect hotel standards then I would certainly recommend the Karpathios Studios. We will be going back!!
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 10 months ago
We have just returned from Karpathios Studios.
The room had everything we needed, and a stunning view.
The room was cleaned every day and kept very well.
The bar food was very good, and reasonably priced, as were the drinks.
Location-wise, it was on a hill but it didn't bother us, as we jumped straight into the pool after every climb!
The staff.... what can I say...... they were excellent, extremely friendly, helpful, kind and were always willing to help and have fun!
The entertainment was good also, with two locals (Danny and Jimmy) always up for a game of football or water polo. Top marks!!
The room had everything we needed, and a stunning view.
The room was cleaned every day and kept very well.
The bar food was very good, and reasonably priced, as were the drinks.
Location-wise, it was on a hill but it didn't bother us, as we jumped straight into the pool after every climb!
The staff.... what can I say...... they were excellent, extremely friendly, helpful, kind and were always willing to help and have fun!
The entertainment was good also, with two locals (Danny and Jimmy) always up for a game of football or water polo. Top marks!!
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 10 months ago
After a 2 hour delay with baggage at Rhodes airport, we arrived at Karpathios apartments at stupid o' clock.
When I saw the rooms I was shocked at how basic they were, especially as I had my 70 year old mother and her twin sister in the room next door. It was clean and regular linen and towel changes occurred.
The location gave fantastic views over Pefkos and the sea.
Although the drive was steep you took your time and could sit down on the way up, also a pint of cold Ampstel was always waiting!
Maria did not stop smiling and Marco and Eddy were always cheery and good company.
The food was excellent and reasonably priced, and the pool was lovely.
Tannie and Jimmy provided the entertainment with their antics around the pool, overall if you want a really laid back holiday with hot weather Karpathios apartments are ideal, definitely shall return even with 2 x 70 year olds.
When I saw the rooms I was shocked at how basic they were, especially as I had my 70 year old mother and her twin sister in the room next door. It was clean and regular linen and towel changes occurred.
The location gave fantastic views over Pefkos and the sea.
Although the drive was steep you took your time and could sit down on the way up, also a pint of cold Ampstel was always waiting!
Maria did not stop smiling and Marco and Eddy were always cheery and good company.
The food was excellent and reasonably priced, and the pool was lovely.
Tannie and Jimmy provided the entertainment with their antics around the pool, overall if you want a really laid back holiday with hot weather Karpathios apartments are ideal, definitely shall return even with 2 x 70 year olds.
Travel operator: First choice
Recommended
17 years 10 months ago
The hotel was basic but more than enough for what you needed for a self catering holiday.
Very clean and tidy rooms were cleaned every day except sundays.
Although self catering the bar food that they served was great and more than enough to keep you going until dinner.
Although the apartments are on a steep hill, the location was excellent and everything was within a 5 min walking distance. The staff at the karpathios are great Maria and Marco the bar staff are really friendly and a good laugh. I would definatly go back there again as we met loads of great people and the place was EXCELLENT!!!!
Very clean and tidy rooms were cleaned every day except sundays.
Although self catering the bar food that they served was great and more than enough to keep you going until dinner.
Although the apartments are on a steep hill, the location was excellent and everything was within a 5 min walking distance. The staff at the karpathios are great Maria and Marco the bar staff are really friendly and a good laugh. I would definatly go back there again as we met loads of great people and the place was EXCELLENT!!!!
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 11 months ago
We've just returned from our second 2 week holiday at the Karpathios apartments. It was just as wonderful as last time, if not better as we received a lovely welcome from all the staff who remembered us from last time.
The accomodation is basic but clean and functional. We requested an upper room this time with a balcony, and we did find it was cooler, however there is the bonus of the lovely wee terraces for the lower rooms.
The pool area is fantastic and offers fantastic views across Pefkos. The snack bar offers fantastic food all day and is very inexpensive.
The biggest bonus of the Karpathios studios is the warm friendly atmosphere. Maria and Marco are so kind and helpful and there is a really warm family fun feel about the place which keeps people going back!
The accomodation is basic but clean and functional. We requested an upper room this time with a balcony, and we did find it was cooler, however there is the bonus of the lovely wee terraces for the lower rooms.
The pool area is fantastic and offers fantastic views across Pefkos. The snack bar offers fantastic food all day and is very inexpensive.
The biggest bonus of the Karpathios studios is the warm friendly atmosphere. Maria and Marco are so kind and helpful and there is a really warm family fun feel about the place which keeps people going back!
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 11 months ago
This was the best holiday I've ever been on.
The only one where all the people socialised and got on together rather than walking around and pretending your the only person there. Definantly a holiday to remember.
That steep hill was a big shock when we arrived but we were pre-warned in our holiday brochure.
The rooms were basic but very nice considering that I hadn't payed for a 5 star hotel. There was air con available but we opted for a fan, meaning we were still warm which we expected as we were abroad.
The food and drink at the bar was good(especially the cocktails, as i discovered on the Karaoke Night)
Marco, maria and mondi made the holiday very nice and even had us up dancing on the bar at midnight and doing a conga line around the pool with the lilo's.
I would definitely go back again and I know many others will as well.
The only one where all the people socialised and got on together rather than walking around and pretending your the only person there. Definantly a holiday to remember.
That steep hill was a big shock when we arrived but we were pre-warned in our holiday brochure.
The rooms were basic but very nice considering that I hadn't payed for a 5 star hotel. There was air con available but we opted for a fan, meaning we were still warm which we expected as we were abroad.
The food and drink at the bar was good(especially the cocktails, as i discovered on the Karaoke Night)
Marco, maria and mondi made the holiday very nice and even had us up dancing on the bar at midnight and doing a conga line around the pool with the lilo's.
I would definitely go back again and I know many others will as well.
Travel operator: First Choice
Recommended
17 years 11 months ago
When we arrived at the accommodation at 4am the rep gave us the keys then left. Struggling to open the door I had to run back after her as we could not open the door.
Finally got in and the room was very basic and not very clean. The hotel staff were very friendly.
Entertainment..... what entertainment? there was not entertainment what so ever, but the studios was not very far from the restaurants and pubs.
I recommend the eclipse bar.
I would not recommend this accommodation to anyone.
Finally got in and the room was very basic and not very clean. The hotel staff were very friendly.
Entertainment..... what entertainment? there was not entertainment what so ever, but the studios was not very far from the restaurants and pubs.
I recommend the eclipse bar.
I would not recommend this accommodation to anyone.
Travel operator: First Choice
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