Eleon Grand Resort & Spa is an upscale, all-inclusive hotel in Tragaki with modern rooms, olive trees, and a gorgeous three-tiered pool facing the ocean. There’s an elegant buffet restaurant with terrace seating, plus a bar with couches on a covered porch with ocean views. For the kids, there are waterslides. An animation team organizes evening entertainment. The beach area is small, and the pools can get crowded, meaning guests need to wake up early to snag lounge chairs. Another all-inclusive option in Tragaki with beautiful views and a kids' club is Louis Plagos Beach Hotel.
Eleon Grand Resort & Spa is an upscale, all-inclusive hotel in Tragaki with modern rooms, olive trees, and a gorgeous three-tiered pool facing the ocean. There’s an elegant buffet restaurant with terrace seating, plus a bar with couches on a covered porch with ocean views. For the kids, there are waterslides. An animation team organizes evening entertainment. The beach area is small, and the pools can get crowded, meaning guests need to wake up early to snag lounge chairs. Another all-inclusive option in Tragaki with beautiful views and a kids' club is Louis Plagos Beach Hotel.
The 100 basic but modern rooms in the family-oriented Filoxenia Hotel are spread out over five three-story buildings set around two medium-sized pools. Each room is equipped with a small kitchenette. It's a popular option with families because of its playground and kids' pool. There's also an all-inclusive meal and drink option, though it has drawn criticism from guests, many of whom have complained of watered-down cocktails. The property is a 10-minute walk on a main road from stores and restaurants and a 25-minute walk (or five minutes on a free shuttle) to the nearest beach.
The 100 basic but modern rooms in the family-oriented Filoxenia Hotel are spread out over five three-story buildings set around two medium-sized pools. Each room is equipped with a small kitchenette. It's a popular option with families because of its playground and kids' pool. There's also an all-inclusive meal and drink option, though it has drawn criticism from guests, many of whom have complained of watered-down cocktails. The property is a 10-minute walk on a main road from stores and restaurants and a 25-minute walk (or five minutes on a free shuttle) to the nearest beach.
The 35-room Zante Star is a clean and quiet budget hotel situated on a hillside slightly to the east of Tsilivi and surrounded by olive trees. There is little for children, or even adults, to do here, apart from lounge by the pool, but there is an on-site restaurant that gets good reviews from guests. The town is a good 15-minute walk from the property, and most people who stay here do so to be away from the crowds. Guests who want to be right on the beach may want to consider the Zante Maris Hotel instead.
The 35-room Zante Star is a clean and quiet budget hotel situated on a hillside slightly to the east of Tsilivi and surrounded by olive trees. There is little for children, or even adults, to do here, apart from lounge by the pool, but there is an on-site restaurant that gets good reviews from guests. The town is a good 15-minute walk from the property, and most people who stay here do so to be away from the crowds. Guests who want to be right on the beach may want to consider the Zante Maris Hotel instead.
Location is a big draw of this all-inclusive, casual hotel, which is situated directly on the beach in the center of Tsilivi town and within easy walking distance of plenty of restaurants and bars. The cleanliness and comfort of the 192 rooms gets high marks from past guests. Perks here include an indoor pool, an outdoor hot tub, and a small fitness center. There are fewer families here than at other area properties, and kid-friendly facilities are limited to a children's pool. The pool area is small and can get somewhat crowded; the nearby Zante Star is notably less busy, but it's not on the beach and is removed from town.
Location is a big draw of this all-inclusive, casual hotel, which is situated directly on the beach in the center of Tsilivi town and within easy walking distance of plenty of restaurants and bars. The cleanliness and comfort of the 192 rooms gets high marks from past guests. Perks here include an indoor pool, an outdoor hot tub, and a small fitness center. There are fewer families here than at other area properties, and kid-friendly facilities are limited to a children's pool. The pool area is small and can get somewhat crowded; the nearby Zante Star is notably less busy, but it's not on the beach and is removed from town.
The Gaia Palace Hotel is a quiet, three-pearl property with 104 large, but underwhelming rooms. A five-minute walk from a golden-sand beach, the location is tranquil, though travelers here are removed from the nearest Mastirachi village. Gardens, sun-drenched terraces, and outdoor pools are lovely, and there's plenty for kids to keep busy, but the property loses points for its average food, entertainment, and drab decor. Although dated, rooms have mini-fridges, furnished outdoor spaces, and flat-screen TVs. For a true beachfront property, consider the Neptune Hotels- Resort, Convention Centre & Spa, although rates are higher.
The Gaia Palace Hotel is a quiet, three-pearl property with 104 large, but underwhelming rooms. A five-minute walk from a golden-sand beach, the location is tranquil, though travelers here are removed from the nearest Mastirachi village. Gardens, sun-drenched terraces, and outdoor pools are lovely, and there's plenty for kids to keep busy, but the property loses points for its average food, entertainment, and drab decor. Although dated, rooms have mini-fridges, furnished outdoor spaces, and flat-screen TVs. For a true beachfront property, consider the Neptune Hotels- Resort, Convention Centre & Spa, although rates are higher.
The Bay Hotel & Suites is an upscale hotel with 100 stylish rooms on the beach in Vasilikos. It’s in a quiet area, with an outdoor pool with sea views, a spa, a fitness center, and a children’s club with two outdoor playgrounds. The restaurant is modern and serves a buffet breakfast, and the pool bar has chic outdoor seating, but the drinks can be a bit pricey. A cheaper option in Vasilikos is Logothetis Farm, a rustic olive farm with 12 individually designed, kitchen-equipped rooms -- but though those in search of a more resort-like experience will prefer it here.
The Bay Hotel & Suites is an upscale hotel with 100 stylish rooms on the beach in Vasilikos. It’s in a quiet area, with an outdoor pool with sea views, a spa, a fitness center, and a children’s club with two outdoor playgrounds. The restaurant is modern and serves a buffet breakfast, and the pool bar has chic outdoor seating, but the drinks can be a bit pricey. A cheaper option in Vasilikos is Logothetis Farm, a rustic olive farm with 12 individually designed, kitchen-equipped rooms -- but though those in search of a more resort-like experience will prefer it here.
The upper-middle-range Petani Bay Hotel is an adults-only, 14-room property with a peaceful setting offering gorgeous vistas over Cephalonia. There's little within walking distance, and due to the beach being a five-minute drive away, a rental car is advised. For on-site sunbathing, a lovely infinity-edge pool has sweeping bay views and an adjacent bar. All rates include a well-regarded breakfast buffet, and the restaurant serves traditional Greek fare for other meals. Rooms vary in decor and amenities, but all are elegant and charming, outfitted with kitchenettes, furnished terraces -- all with sea views -- air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms, however are a bit compact. Also on the downside, there are no full spa or gym here. Families should consider the kid-friendly Apollonion Resort and Spa, which also has a spa.
The upper-middle-range Petani Bay Hotel is an adults-only, 14-room property with a peaceful setting offering gorgeous vistas over Cephalonia. There's little within walking distance, and due to the beach being a five-minute drive away, a rental car is advised. For on-site sunbathing, a lovely infinity-edge pool has sweeping bay views and an adjacent bar. All rates include a well-regarded breakfast buffet, and the restaurant serves traditional Greek fare for other meals. Rooms vary in decor and amenities, but all are elegant and charming, outfitted with kitchenettes, furnished terraces -- all with sea views -- air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms, however are a bit compact. Also on the downside, there are no full spa or gym here. Families should consider the kid-friendly Apollonion Resort and Spa, which also has a spa.
The 127-room, upper-middle-range Apollonion Resort & Spa offers a peaceful stay with extensive amenities, about a five-minute walk from Xi Beach in Cephalonia. Beautiful grounds and mostly contemporary design provide a lovely setting where there’s plenty to do. The large pool and spa with treatment rooms, a sauna, and hot tub offer relaxation, while a wading pool, playground, and game spaces entertain children. Rooms are simple, albeit comfortable and featuring outdoor spaces, while higher-category rooms have upscale bathrooms with deep tubs and separate showers. Modern amenities in all rooms include minibars, coffeemakers ,free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. White Rocks Hotel & Bungalows is a lovely alternative, and it’s both on the beach and closer to cities, but it doesn't have a spa.
The 127-room, upper-middle-range Apollonion Resort & Spa offers a peaceful stay with extensive amenities, about a five-minute walk from Xi Beach in Cephalonia. Beautiful grounds and mostly contemporary design provide a lovely setting where there’s plenty to do. The large pool and spa with treatment rooms, a sauna, and hot tub offer relaxation, while a wading pool, playground, and game spaces entertain children. Rooms are simple, albeit comfortable and featuring outdoor spaces, while higher-category rooms have upscale bathrooms with deep tubs and separate showers. Modern amenities in all rooms include minibars, coffeemakers ,free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. White Rocks Hotel & Bungalows is a lovely alternative, and it’s both on the beach and closer to cities, but it doesn't have a spa.