Hotel Ariadne

“Wonderful stay and people”

This review is based on its 2 star rating. The hotel sits on the main road (no noise) at the top of the hill in Stafylos. The hotel gives views across the bay with every room having a balcony and stunning views. One downside of the hotel is that there are 38 steep steps down from the road to the e… Mais

This review is based on its 2 star rating. The hotel sits on the main road (no noise) at the top of the hill in Stafylos. The hotel gives views across the bay with every room having a balcony and stunning views. One downside of the hotel is that there are 38 steep steps down from the road to the entrance of the hotel and further steps in the hotel. We are in our mid sixties and managed it. Christina the owner and manager, and Dina her assistant are happy to help with the moving of the cases to your room. The rooms are basic but they are spotless and very comfortable. In fact all the years we have been travelling to Greece, staying in budget accomodation, this is the most comfortiest bed we have slept in. All rooms have air conditioning (free) and wifi (slow). We never mastered the use of the TV, but as we were out most evenings it didn't bother us. The rooms have been refurbished sympathetically. Bins emptied daily and rooms tidied, with towels and sheets changed several times during our stay. The breakfast is a buffet served on trays, not self service. I suspect that this is done to keep costs down and isn't a bad thing. If you want anything different all you need to do is ask. We had fried eggs, cheese and meat, orange juice, fruit and coffee, served with a smile. Served on a terrace if not to hot! There is hanging space, shelfs, bedside cabinets and a dressing table in the room. There is no safe in the room, this needs to be addressed as most insurance will not cover loss unless it is kept safely. Fortunately our cases have locks on. Copious hot water but the shower rose is hand held like many in Greece. The hotel has a newly installed pool and relaxation area but we did not use it. Stafylos has 2 restaurants. We fully recommend Tepsis, family run, superb food and lovely people. We ate once at the one nearest the beach, it was ok. There is no supermarket in Stafylos. The nearest one is a very long walk, several miles along the main road. Stafylos main beach is probably one of the best on the island, good snorkelling and has a beach bar and sunbeds (12 euros a day). We hired a car via Christina for 5 days. There is a bus service close to the hotel but the regularity depends on what time of year you stay. The moral of the review is that if you need anything or are unhappy speak to Cristina. Her team are superb, willing to help. All you have to do is ask. It is a 2 star rated hotel and this is what it should be judged on. Some negative reviews do not match our own experience. If you want 4 or 5 star luxury, pay for it. Skopelos is a wonderful Island. Will we return, absolutely. Will we stay at the Ariadne, absolutely.

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