Aperitton

“A relaxing week in Skopelos”

Me and my partner stayed here for a week during our holiday in Skopelos and had a really enjoyable stay. The hotel was kept spotlessly clean throughout, with our room cleaned every day to a high standard. The pool area was one of our favourite parts of the hotel – it was well maintained, never fel… Mais

Me and my partner stayed here for a week during our holiday in Skopelos and had a really enjoyable stay. The hotel was kept spotlessly clean throughout, with our room cleaned every day to a high standard. The pool area was one of our favourite parts of the hotel – it was well maintained, never felt overcrowded, and the complimentary pool towels were a nice bonus. Breakfast was a continental buffet with plenty of choice each morning. There was a good selection, and it set us up well for the day ahead. All of the staff were friendly and welcoming, and the hotel had a really relaxed, easy-going atmosphere that made it a lovely place to unwind. The location was ideal for us. It’s about a 5–10 minute walk downhill into Skopelos Town, so it was easy to head out for dinner or an evening stroll around the port. The only thing worth mentioning is that the hotel is on a hill, so the walk back is uphill. It wasn’t an issue for us, but it may be something to consider if you have mobility issues or don’t enjoy walking uphill. There is also parking available, which was really useful as we hired a car for a couple of days to explore the island. Overall, we thought the hotel offered excellent value for money. It was clean, comfortable, well located, and had everything we needed for a relaxing week in Skopelos. We would definitely recommend it and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.

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“Beautiful, peaceful and relaxing”

The staff were outstanding from the moment I booked my room until the end of our stay. They were always willing to help and did so with a smile, whether it was the reception staff, waiters, or housekeeping. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful experience. The breakfast wa… Mais

The staff were outstanding from the moment I booked my room until the end of our stay. They were always willing to help and did so with a smile, whether it was the reception staff, waiters, or housekeeping. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful experience. The breakfast was excellent, offering a great selection of international dishes as well as traditional Greek specialties, which gave us the opportunity to try some local cuisine. The hotel was peaceful, friendly, and cozy. It was very clean, and we received fresh towels every day. Extra towels were always available whenever we needed them. The hotel was also conveniently located within walking distance of the town center, making it easy to explore the area on foot. I highly recommend this hotel, and I would definitely stay here again if I return to Skopelos.

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“An absolute delight!”

We stayed for five nights in two room, my wife and I in one and our teenaged children in the other, and the hotel and staff were fantastic. The rooms werecc clean and bright, housekeeping prompt and excellent and every one of our requests was met with warmth and professionalism. The pool is cle… Mais

We stayed for five nights in two room, my wife and I in one and our teenaged children in the other, and the hotel and staff were fantastic. The rooms werecc clean and bright, housekeeping prompt and excellent and every one of our requests was met with warmth and professionalism. The pool is clean and great to dip in after a hot day and towels were provided free of charge to use by the poolside. The breakfast buffet was a nice bit of Mediterranean and Continental, something for everyone. Thank you, Aperitton Hotel!

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“Skopelos at Its Best”

We stayed at the Aperitton Hotel in Skopelos Town and had an excellent stay. The hotel gives you the convenience of being right in the town, which is both its greatest strength and, depending on your point of view, its only real drawback. Skopelos Town lives around you. There are restaurants, shop… Mais

We stayed at the Aperitton Hotel in Skopelos Town and had an excellent stay. The hotel gives you the convenience of being right in the town, which is both its greatest strength and, depending on your point of view, its only real drawback. Skopelos Town lives around you. There are restaurants, shops, narrow streets winding down towards the harbour, and a nearby clock tower whose bell sounds rather like a church bell. It chimes on the hour from 6 am until midnight and gives a single chime every half hour. Some guests may find that distracting. We did not. We came to explore the island, not sleep through it, and before long the bell simply became part of the character of the place. Besides, the sea air drifting in from the harbour has a way of helping you sleep. If you can, get a room with a sea view. It is absolutely worth it. The hotel itself is small, quaint, immaculately maintained and beautifully presented. It feels cared for rather than merely managed. Our room had a walk in shower and WC, with the basin located in the bedroom itself. The room was cleaned daily and the sheets and towels were changed every other day. The real highlight, however, is the staff. They were consistently friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely helpful throughout our stay. Whether offering advice about the island, helping with practical arrangements, or simply greeting guests with a smile, they seemed to take real pride in ensuring everyone enjoyed their holiday. A hotel can have comfortable rooms and attractive surroundings, but it is often the people who make a stay memorable, and that is certainly true here. Overall, the hotel is excellent. If I had to find fault, and I am being very picky here, I would say the breakfast became a little repetitive after several days. It was perfectly acceptable and there was nothing wrong with it, but it was perhaps the least memorable part of an otherwise excellent experience. We visited in June, and for us the weather was just about perfect. It was sunny, warm and in the mid to high twenties, but not ridiculously hot. You could still go out, explore, walk around, visit beaches and actually enjoy the island rather than spend the whole day hiding from the heat. I would imagine that later in the summer, particularly during the school holidays, Skopelos becomes much busier and far hotter. At that point, some of the exploring we enjoyed might feel like hard work. For us, June felt like the ideal time to visit because it was quieter, cooler and still beautifully sunny. As for Skopelos itself, I think some people misunderstand what kind of destination it is. If you are looking for clubs, nightlife and parties that continue into the early hours, this probably is not the island for you. We saw very little in the way of nightlife, even in the main town. There are plenty of restaurants, cafés and bars, and the food was very good almost everywhere we ate, but this is not a party island. What Skopelos offers instead is something far better, at least in our opinion. The island is beautiful. There are beaches with crystal clear water, hidden coves, pine forests that seem to tumble into the sea, and spectacular views around almost every corner. It is a wonderful place for swimming, snorkelling, paddle boarding, hiking, photography or simply exploring. Some roads climb into the hills where the scenery becomes increasingly dramatic and the views stretch across the Aegean. We came here for my girlfriend’s birthday, and she is a huge Mamma Mia fan. The film is set on the fictional island of Kalokairi, but many of the filming locations were actually on Skopelos and nearby islands. One thing worth knowing is that the film makes these locations appear much closer together than they really are. In reality, they are spread across the island. There are organised Mamma Mia excursions available, but in my view the best way to experience Skopelos is by hiring a car. We had not planned to do so ourselves but were fortunate enough to find one very inexpensively through The Local Group car hire company. I would strongly recommend taking full insurance or some form of excess protection because Google Maps occasionally sends you down roads that require a degree of commitment and faith. Some of the routes can be quite challenging, but they often lead to places most visitors never see. And those places are worth finding. A quiet beach at the end of a winding road. A hillside viewpoint overlooking the sea. A small taverna hidden away from the crowds. These were some of our favourite memories of the island. We were also told that if you drive up into the hills at night, away from the light pollution, the stars are extraordinary. Having seen the island during the day, I can easily believe it. To sum up, the Aperitton Hotel is a wonderful place to stay. The staff are outstanding, the hotel is charming and exceptionally well maintained, and the location is ideal if you want to experience Skopelos Town properly. The breakfast is perfectly adequate, if slightly repetitive, and the nearby clock tower may not suit very light sleepers. As for Skopelos itself, do not come expecting Ibiza. Come for the beaches. Come for the scenery. Come for the clear water, the sea air and the slower pace of life. June, in our experience, is a brilliant time to come because you get the sunshine without the punishing heat and crowds of peak summer. Hire a car, explore beyond the obvious tourist spots, and let the island reveal itself. If you do, there is every chance you will leave wondering why more people have not discovered this remarkable corner of Greece.

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