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halkidiki
renowned for its magnificent golden beaches, often backed by
the green of a pine forest, halkidiki has three legs - peninsulas
extending into the aegean south-east of thessaloniki (Salonika).
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owing to this geography, halkidiki boasts
one of the longest single stretches of
coastline in greece, much of it sandy. the
white of the sand, the azure of the sea
and the green of the pines typify halkidiki
- in places the coastline could almost be
mistaken for the Caribbean.
this all means that halkidiki sees plenty of
visitors in the summer months and a
string of resorts and hotels, large and
small, has sprung up. Some areas,
inevitably, get over-busy, but with some
500 kms of coastline here these are not
difficult to avoid.
Most visitors stay on the western
peninsula called Kassandra which has the
majority of halkidiki's more established
resorts. that said, it also has many of the
best beaches too and boasts what is
undoubtedly halkidiki's prettiest and most
traditional seaside village in afitos - one
little spot which has worked hard not to
lose its character.
least developed of all is the easternmost
peninsula, athos, as is appropriate for a
region which takes its name from the holy
Mountain at its tip. this peninsula is world
famous for the male-only
‘monk’s republic’ in its southern
half. one trip every visitor should
make is the daily cruise down athos'
western coastline to view the
monasteries from the sea - really quite
spectacular and even at 500m
distance from shore (the closest that
women are permitted!) one gets a
sense of the mystery and power
these ancient Byzantine monastic
citadels still exude.
not many people know that halkidiki has
an island! We are delighted to be the first
British operator to offer holidays to
ammouliani, just off the top of athos'
western flank. ammouliani is halkidiki's
only inhabited island and is very small and
friendly. like the rest of halkidiki,
ammouliani boasts a string of superb
white-sand beaches.
inland halkidiki is good for walking almost
everywhere, and some organised trails are
now starting to appear. there are
traditional villages such as arnea, a 45
minute drive through the forest from
olymbiada, and the spectacular Petrolona
Cave some 35 kms south east of
thessaloniki, which is the site of the
famous skull, Europe's oldest hominid
estimated at some 800,000 years old. the
little museum here is fascinating.
our holidays here can be very flexible and
we are pleased to quote for odd
durations. they may also be combined
with a few nights in fascinating
thessaloniki, or with a fly-drive
arrangement to discover northern and
central greece.
HALKIDIKI INFORMATION
Getting to Halkidiki
Holidays are based on daily flights Gatwick to
Thessaloniki. Then 1½-2½ hrs by minibus or taxi
(see resort descriptions). Regional flights from
other airports (including MAN, EMA, BRS and LTN)
available. Odd durations from Gatwick and
Manchester can be arranged (please ask for
details).
Multi-Centre Options
All resort areas can be combined. It is also easy
to arrange a few nights at the start or end of
your holiday in the vibrant and historic city of
Thessaloniki (see page 221). Holidays here can
also combine with a fly-drive of northern and
central Greece, including Pelion. For multi-centre
information see page 8.
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Car Hire & Self-Transfer Savings
Can be pre-booked in Olymbiada or from the
airport (significant transfer savings of c £250 can
be achieved for holidays booked to Afitos). See
page 250 for car hire details.
Representative
We have a local agent based in Thessaloniki who
can always be contacted but no representative in
our Halkidiki resort areas. However, good English
is spoken at all our hotels, who are always happy
to give local information and assistance.
Stay in a Mount Athos Monastery
For details of this unique opportunity – if you are
male! – please enquire or see our website
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our chosen areas
Wherever you stay on athos we would
highly recommend the cruise along the
western athos coastline to view the
monasteries from the sea. these operate
daily from ouranoupolis, cost c. €20 and take
around 4 hours.
athos Peninsula
olymbiada,
ouranoupolis
Transfer time 1½ hrs (Olymbiada) to 2½
hrs (Ouranoupolis, not including any
waiting time for the ferry)
Olymbiada is an unspoiled, authentically
greek seaside village. it is in an area of
outstanding natural beauty and even has its
own archaeological site, ancient Stagira, the
birthplace of aristotle. 2016 sees the 2400
year anniversary of aristotle’s birth and
various celebratory events are being
planned – see page 112.
Transfer time 75 mins
Backed by pine-covered hills, olymbiada has
a fine sandy beach – gently shelving and
very safe – stretching around the bay, with a
fishing harbour to one end. half-a- dozen
seasonal tavernas plus a handful of cafés
directly front the beach. Walk south over the
headland below hilltop Stagira, and the
beaches just get better and better! the first,
almost below the ancient walls, is only a 5
minute walk.
the area is heavily wooded and good for
walking - one popular route is up to a
waterfall (4 kms), although if you don't wish
to walk the hotels organise weekly trips free
of charge. our olymbiada hotels give advice
and free maps for walkers. Mountain bikes
are also offered free of charge and again
advice and routes are freely given by the
hotels. For those with a car it is a beautiful
drive through the forest to the traditional
village of arnea. horse riding can be
arranged from the nearby village of Stavros.
the whole village celebrates its main Saints
day on 7th July. Following a procession from
the church, the annual shindig includes
unlimited free local mussels and wine. Worth
catching we think!
the small town of Ouranoupolis is known
as ‘the gateway to athos’. it is a busy little
place, where monks and priests mix with
tourists, including pilgrims and walkers, and
the souvenir shops are heavy on religious
icons. there are plenty of tavernas and small
ferryboats service the athos monasteries,
which men need a permit to visit (we can
assist with this). the landmark Byzantine
tower is now a fascinating small museum.
Olymbiada
Kassandra Peninsula
afitos
Kassandra is the western peninsula of
halkidiki and actually an island separated
from the mainland by the Potidea Canal. it is
the area closest to the airport and therefore
the first to be developed for tourism, and it
remains the most commercial.
like the rest of halkidiki it is characterised by
long stretches of white sandy beaches and
rocky promontories covered with pine trees.
despite the tourist development, the
beaches remain of exceptional quality, and
many receive annual Blue Flag awards for
their cleanliness and safety.
there are good roads, well-maintained, and
an efficient bus service, though to explore
the region fully car hire is recommended.
Afitos (also called athytos) is the prettiest of
halkidiki's coastal villages and stands on an
escarpment high above the sea towards the
top of Kassandra's north east coast. the
village is under strict building and planning
restrictions, and has therefore retained its
traditional character. its narrow cobbled
lanes and typical architecture make it by far
the most attractive place to stay on
Kassandra.
afitos has good facilities and wonderful
views from its 'balcony' which looks over the
gulf to Sithonia. the village has at least 10
restaurants, a good choice of cafes and small
bars, colourful little shops, a traditional
square, a lovely small church (aghios
dimitrios), a bank with atM and taxis. it is,
however, a steep walk down to the sandy
beach below.
you will not be surprised to read that afitos
receives many visitors in the summer and is
busy in the peak months. however the
village's undoubted charm and character
certainly make it our number one choice for
a stay on Kassandra.
Afitos
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Liotopi Hotel Olymbiada
The charming Liotopi is a sisterhotel to the Akroyiali, well-run (by
Loulou) and equally friendly. Set in a
lush garden just 50m from the sea,
opposite the small fishing harbour,
you are only a minute’s walk from
the start of Olymbiada’s long sandy
beach.
The hotel has only 16 pretty rooms
on the first and top floor, a mix of
doubles and twins. All possess air
conditioning, TV, fridge, tiled shower
room, and good-sized covered
balcony with appealing views to the
sea, garden or the wooded hills
behind the village. A pair of garden
rooms to the side (1 double, 1 twin)
are quite private and share a
delightful raised covered seating
area. Rooms are individually
furnished and attractively decorated
in a simple, tasteful style.
The colourful garden to the front
has seating and shade, and here a
very good breakfast with
homemade jams and cakes is
served. Dinner is taken at the
Akroyiali restaurant just a minute’s
walk away.
As applies to Akroyiali guests, those
staying here have free use of
sunbeds and umbrellas on the
beach just 100m away. As also
applies to the Akroyiali, we think it
would be almost impossible not to
thoroughly relax here.
The Hotel:
2 Star Plus
Half Board
Air Conditioning
Free WiFi
View from Liotopi Hotel
Akroyiali Hotel Olymbiada
Above the beach to the southern
end of the village, the Akroyiali (also
called Germany) represents all that
is best in small Greek family-run
hotels. Run by Dimitris and his
family, the Akroyiali also has a good
taverna restaurant.
The hotel has only 17 rooms, all on
the upper floors. Recently
refurbished they are comfortably
furnished in a light modern style,
and all possess air conditioning, TV,
fridge, tiled shower/wc and goodsized furnished balcony.
The Akroyiali, although simple, is a
near perfect base for a completely
untrammelled holiday where
everything you actually come on
holiday for is right on your doorstep.
The Hotel:
2 Star
Half Board
Air Conditioning
Free WiFi
Half enjoy lovely sea views, and we
can confirm one of these rooms at
no supplement if booked in good
time. Some rooms can take a third
bed for a child, and the hotel has a
family room for 4. Directly in front is
the fine sandy beach, where sun
beds and umbrellas are provided
free of charge to hotel guests.
View from Akroyiali
Half Board menu
Guests at the Akroyiali and Liotopi
hotels stay on a half board basis, which
includes an evening meal taken at the
Akroyiali’s decked restaurant area on the
beach. We do not often recommend
half board as, in our experience, Greek
hotel kitchens rarely match the quality
and choice of the local tavernas. The
Akroyiali, however, is an exception. The
food is home-cooked taverna fare, some
of it organic (many of the vegetables
and salad ingredients are home-grown
without chemicals) and the choice
generous. No set meals here. You will
have a virtual free choice from the large
and varied taverna menu, including a
minimum of 10 starters or salads, 10-20
main dishes and 3 desserts (including
fruit). Unusually, good vegetarian
options and even some sea food and
fish dishes are included (the area is
known for its fresh mussels!) – only the
more expensive of these items carry a
surcharge. Although typically ‘no frills’
taverna fare, we believe the holiday
prices here to be good value. If you
have any dietary requirements please
advise us at the time of booking.
Organic veg from their own garden!
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Miljes apartments olymbiada
these excellent apartments are
well-established and have the only
swimming pool in the village. they
are set in very quiet country
surroundings a ten minute walk
(800m) down the small lane from
village centre and beach.
the owners, Maria and Pavlos,
cannot do enough for their guests
and have built up a very loyal repeat
clientele over the years, the best
recommendation of all. this is a very
beautiful natural spot, suitable for
couples and families alike.
Surrounded by beautifully mature
gardens, there are six 1-bedroom
apartments here, all on the ground
floor bungalow-style (3 steps up).
Each has a double bedroom, openplan living room with double sofabed (suitable for an adult or two
younger children), kitchenette (note:
the 3-ring mini-oven is located on
the outside terrace), sat tv, safety
deposit box and very nice, newly
renovated shower room. to the
front is a lovely wide spacious
covered private terrace, shaded by
shrubs and trees and cooled by a
ceiling fan. Furnishings are simple
and comfortable in a traditional
style.
the
apartments:
Self Catering
apartments for
2/4
Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
the colourful gardens are extensive
and hide a 50 sq m freshwater pool
well away from the apartments
(depth 1.50m-2.20m) with sunbeds
dotted around in shaded spots.
there is an outdoor BBQ for guests’
use.
activities in olymbiada
activities and advice offered free of charge at akroyiali and liotopi hotels
Botany
the mountains of Stratoniko and
Cholomontas surrounding olympiada to
the west and northwest are rich in flora.
access is on foot or by car. the hotels can
provide guests with information on how to
access the areas and on the various kinds of
plants in the area.
Bird Watching
the mountains of Stratoniko and
Cholomontas, the lake Volvi (approx 30 kms
away), the lake Kerkini (approx 80 kms) and
the wetlands of the nestos river delta
(approx 160 kms by fast motorway) have a
huge variety of bird life and are on the
main migratory routes. access is by hire car.
the hotels can provide guests with
information on accessing the areas and on
the various kinds of birds inhabiting the
areas mentioned.
Cycling
olympiada is ideal for bicycle lovers. the
village is on the flat, there are easy cycle
routes nearby on the plain, and a few more
difficult ones up on the mountain.
Mountain bikes are available free of charge
to our hotel guests. there are no specific
cycle paths but the hotels can provide
information on possible routes around
olympiada.
option for 6 Euros, which includes a glass of
tsipouro (local firewater!), traditional bread,
halkidiki olives, local cheese, tomatoes and
tradional halva as a sweet.
Walking
ancient Stagira, birthplace of aristotle, is on
a hill above the far end of the village the
tour is organised once a week and includes
walking to the area of ancient Stagira and a
tour, usually guided by the hotel’s owner,
dimitris Sarris.
there are a lot of possible hiking routes and
trails around olympiada, albeit not signed
or waymarked. one can walk along the
coastline on sand (around 4km, return) or a
circular route around the plain surrounding
olympiada (map can be provided).
alternatively head up into the forested hills
and mountains which back the village. the
hotels can provide further information
locally.
Visit the nearby waterfall
this excursion is organised once a week.
access is by car (provided by the hotel) and
then on foot, walking for about 500m. We
would recommend this for people with
relatively good fitness levels as the final
part of the route can be a bit difficult. the
hotels provide free transportation by car for
up to 4 people. they also offer a picnic
Tour of Ancient Stagira
Cooking with Loulou
loulou, dimitri's sister who runs the liotopi
hotel, is not only an excellent host, she is
also a fine cook. once a week (and on
request) the guests can join her in cooking
a traditional main dish and sweet - then
enjoy the results!
Olymbiada Festival
the whole village celebrates its main Saints
day on 7th July. Following a procession
from the church, the annual shindig
includes unlimited free local mussels and
wine. Worth catching we think!
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For more choice see www.sunvil.co.uk
We have a selection of additional properties on Halkidiki available. Please see our website for details. Including:
Skites Hotel
White Suites
Blue Bay Hotel
Petrino Suites
Bed & Breakfast, Ouranoupolis
Half Board, Afitos
Bed & Breakfast, Afitos
Bed & Breakfast, Afitos
Being just 1500m from the border
with Mount Athos, we think some
of the other-worldly atmosphere
must have leaked from the Holy
Mountain into this rather special
hotel! Surrounded by a lush garden
full of flowering shrubs and trees,
the hotel's 25 rooms and
bungalows blend in perfectly with
their environment. The main
building is furnished with antiques,
icons and Orthodox pieces. To the
front there is a well regarded
terrace restaurant. Directly above
the sea is the lawned pool area,
low-key pool bar and decking
where you can just sit and admire
the views.
This stylish small hotel is directly
above the beach. It engenders an
exclusive and romantic
atmosphere. The 14 rooms here are
fronted by pretty gardens and
designed and furnished in chic
minimalist style. It is 45 steps down
to the beautifully sandy beach, and
the sea here is multihued shades of
blue. Directly above the hotel has a
very good restaurant, which has a
reputation for its seafood. Afitos
village is only a 10 minute walk
away - but be warned, it is a steep
10 minutes!
Built on the escarpment above the
sea some 10-15 minutes walk to
the south of pretty Afitos via a
country lane, the Blue Bay is an
attractively designed 3 Star hotel
that offers a quiet stay with good
views and facilities. The hotel has a
restaurant, bar and a pool bar
which also serves snacks. The Blue
Bay offers good levels of modern
comfort, fine views and is within an
easy walk of Afitos. But it also
enjoys quiet rural surroundings,
away from the bustle of this
popular village. The perfect
location!
Set in acres of lush well tended
gardens - a truly natural paradise with a beautiful pool area at its
heart and a well regarded
restaurant on site, these 33 stonebuilt cottages are amongst the pick
of Afitos accommodation. The
Suites we offer are in effect small
terraced cottages. The centrepiece
of the hotel is its large beautiful
swimming pool and a la carte
restaurant. The hotel is 1 km from
Afitos - a 15 minute walk - via a
small lane and offers free
transportation to its own sandy
beach.
For more information please see
our website.
For more information please see
our website.
For more information please see
our website.
For more information please see
our website.
Happy Birthday Aristotle!
2016 sees the 2400th anniversary of Aristotle's
birth. He was born at Stagira, just above
Olymbiada, studied under Plato and tutored
Alexander the Great. Aristotle is recognised as
one of western civilisation's first and greatest
philosophers and scientists.
To celebrate this anniversary a number of events
are being planned. Our Olymbiada hotels will be
offering
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Stagira Beach, Olymbiada
HALKIDIKI
ACCOMMODATION
PERSONS
BASIS
■ Guided tours of Ancient Stagira (weekly, no
charge)
■ Walks along part of the newly opened Aristotelian Trail with guide
(30e) or self guided with map provided (c 2 hours - small local
transportation charge applies)
■ Cooking workshop with recipes from ancient Stagira (weekly, no
charge)
■ A talk on Aristotle's life and work by a doctor or professor from the
Aristotelian University of Thessaloniki. These talks are sponsored by
Sunvil and the Liotopi Hotel and will be free of charge to all our
guests (including Miljes). Dates are 21/5, 04/6, 18/6, 02/7, 03/9, 17/9,
01/10 (note, may vary by a day or two).
■ A special Aristotelian Feast menu will be available to all Half Board
guests following the talk at no extra charge.
Other events may be added in due course which we will add to our
website.
Guide prices shown are in £’s per person
departing on or between dates shown
May/Oct
Jun/Sep
Jul/Aug
1 wk
2 wks
1 wk
2 wks
1 wk
2 wks
Akroyiali Hotel
Standard Sea View
2 HB
677
930
728
981
843
1125
Liotopi Hotel
Standard Sea View
2 HB
677
930
728
981
843
11259
1 Bedroom Apartment
2 SC
3 SC
4 SC
609
543
508
794
690
637
652
586
551
837
733
680
794
712
669
1028
892
822
Miljes
Apartments
Payment by Credit or Charge Card will incur a 2% processing charge (note: should this change due to
the credit card companies increasing their charges to us, you will be advised at the time of booking).
Departure date determines basic holiday cost. Prices include all airport/fuel charges & taxes known at the time of
printing – for surcharge policy see booking conditions. To add: room & board supplements (see text – single room
prices on request), Travel Insurance. Prices are based on Gatwick flight costs as sourced from Easyjet in
November 2015. Regional flight, on request. Please note, prices shown are guideline prices only and
may vary according to the cost of flights which we buy in on an individual basis for these holidays. A
firm price will be quoted on enquiry.
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ammouliani
But the jewel in ammouliani's
crown
is its string of wonderful
Kavala
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motor boat - and don't forget to try the
wonderful horse-drawn 'beach bus'
a 40 minute drive to the south of
which runs from the port to alykes (cost
olymbiada, not far from the small town of
€2 last year)!
ouranoupoulis (known as the gateway to
of course ammouliani is far from being a
Mount athos), followed by a 15 minute
secret to the greeks and the island
ferryboat ride, brings you to sweet little
receives plenty of visitors at weekends
ammouliani, halkidiki's only island.
and in season.
ammouliani measures just 4.5 sq kms.
there is only one excursion possible from
and has one village (pop 542 at the last
ammouliani but it is not to be missed count).
the spectacular cruise along the western
Built on a small hill above the port, the
athos coastline to view the historic
village is one of the friendliest you could
monasteries from the sea. these depart
come across and should provide all you
daily from ammouliani (via
need for your stay. it has four taverna
ouranoupoulis - you will have a little time
restaurants, a couple of pizzerias and
here to explore or visit the museum
cafe-bars, a number of surprisingly well
should you wish) and cost 20 euros per
stocked mini-markets, and even an atM.
person last year.
to alexandroupolis
Ammouliani, beach bus
Megali Ammos beach
AMMOULIANI INFORMATION
Getting to Ammouliani
Daily flights Gatwick to Thessaloniki (regional
flights available from MAN, EMA, BRS, LTN) - odd
durations possible. Then 2 hours transfer to Tripiti
port and 15 mins ferry to Ammouliani where you
will be met and taken to your accommodation (510 mins. on foot - your luggage will be
transferred separately). Please note, as we cannot
pre-purchase ferry tickets on this route the ferry
ticket is not included and to be purchased on
board (cost €2 per person one way last year). On
your return the reverse applies. There will
probably be a short wait for the ferry on arrival
but they run quite frequently in the summer
months.
Multi-Centre Options
With any of our Halkidiki resort areas (note:
Olymbiada or Ouranoupolis are the easiest and
cheapest to combine with Ammouliani - Afitos
has an expensive mid-holiday taxi transfer due to
the distance involved). A few nights at the start
or end of your holiday can be easily arranged in
Thessaloniki.
Representative
We have a local agent based in Thessaloniki who
can always be contacted but no representative in
our Halkidiki resort areas. However, good English
is spoken at all our hotels, who are always happy
to give local information and assistance.
Stay in a Mount Athos Monastery
For details of this unique opportunity – if you are
male! – please enquire or see our website.
Alykes beach, Ammouliani
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Kastalia hotel ammouliani island
this very sweet little hotel is run by
the charming Sisi, a bustling helpful
mine of information who cannot do
enough for her guests. it is in a quiet
location in a back street a short 3
minute walk up the small hill from
the harbour.
the 8 apartment-style rooms here
are spacious and simply but
attractively furnished. all possess
twin or double beds, tV, aC, basic
kitchenette (2 rings, fridge), shower
room and good-sized covered
balcony.
to the rear of the hotel is a common
seating area with tables, chairs and
sofas, and here Sisi will serve a hearty
breakfast with many homemade
items and traditional greek
specialities.
you could not stay in a more
welcoming and friendly small hotel.
the hotel:
2 Stars
Bed & Breakfast
air Conditioning
Free WiFi
Ammouliani Village
dominici hotel ammouliani island
the fact that the owner is an interior
designer is in evidence throughout
this small, very pretty hotel. Casa
dominici (to give it its full title)
enjoys a great location, just back
from the old fishing harbour and
sandy beach.
the hotel has only 6 rooms on its
upper two floors. Each one has a
different style of furnishing and
decor, but they are all lovely!
all possess an iron-wrought double
bedstead, tV, aC, fridge, modern
shower room (some with bath) and
large balcony, those on the top
floor having some sea or side-sea
views.
Ammouliani beach below Dominici
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you can be on the beach in less
than a minute. it is a 2-3 minute
walk to the square at the top of the
hill, and the same again down the
other side to the centre and
restaurants.
Very high standards in a superb
location.
the hotel:
2 Stars
Bed & Breakfast
air Conditioning
Free WiFi
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ismini hotel ammouliani island
another little gem in ammouliani!
in a peaceful location on the egde
of the village, this small hotel offers
equally good standards as the
others here.
an attractive patio garden - very
quiet with seating and sun
umbrellas - and here breakfast is
taken or you can order a drink from
the bar.
it has 10 rooms on the upper
ground or first floor. Furnished in a
classic style to a high standard, all
possess iron bedsteads (double or
twins), fridge, tV, aC, mozzie-netted
windows and doors, a nice
contemporary shower room, and its
own large covered balcony with
village and countryside views.
as everywhere in this small village,
nothing is very far away, and a few
minutes' walk will bring you to the
centre and, in the other direction, to
the village beach near dominici.
the hotel has a reception and nicely
furnished lounge, and to the rear is
the hotel:
2 Stars
Bed & Breakfast
air Conditioning
Free WiFi
Alykes Beach
helianthus hotel ammouliani island
a 'Xenon' is a guesthouse, but this
one took us by surprise when we
saw the rooms, which are akin more
to a 4 star city boutique hotel than a
small guesthouse on ammouliani.
it is in the main square at the top of
the hill. apart from the odd cultural
event, this is actually a quiet
location as - bar one sleepy
kafeneion - all the restaurants and
cafes are down near the port.
and very nice contemporary shower
room with bathroom amenities.
Balcony views are over the village,
and some have partial sea views.
the hotel has a cafe in the square
where breakfast is taken.
From here it is but a 2-3 minute
walk down to the shops and
restaurants in one direction, and the
same again in the other to the
sandy town beach.
the 9 rooms are split between two
buildings and are on two floors.
they really offer top modern quality
and facilities. Each has a double bed
with Cocomat mattress and linen,
flat-screen sat tV and home cinema
system, dVd and Cd player, Wifi,
mini-fridge, central aC, hairdryer
PERSONS
BASIS
AMMOULIANI ISLAND
ACCOMMODATION
4 Star Xenon
Bed & Breakfast
air Conditioning
Free WiFi
the hotel:
Guide prices shown are in £’s per person
departing on or between dates shown
May/Oct
Jun/Sep
Jul/Aug
1 wk
2 wks
1 wk
2 wks
1 wk
2 wks
Dominici Hotel
Standard Room
2 BB
671
840
714
883
908
1177
Helianthus Hotel
Ismini Hotel
Standard Room
Standard Room
2 BB
2 BB
716
635
901
768
759
698
944
851
996
898
1323
1158
Kastalia Hotel
Standard Room
2 BB
3 BB
632
567
762
689
675
610
805
732
833
747
1028
912
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the credit card companies increasing their charges to us, you will be advised at the time of booking).
departure date determines basic holiday cost. Prices include all airport/fuel charges & taxes known at the time of
printing – for surcharge policy see booking conditions. to add: room & board supplements (see text – single room
prices on request), travel insurance. Prices are based on Gatwick flight costs as sourced from Easyjet in
November 2014. Regional flight supplements on request. Please note, prices shown are guideline
prices only and may vary according to the cost of flights which we buy in on an individual basis for
these holidays. A firm price will be quoted on enquiry.
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