The Astoria is a traditional Greek beachfront and I really do mean beachfront, hotel . 4 steps transport you from the leafy shaded terrace to a beach protected from waves by a jetty built out into the Ionian Sea. At the end of a hard days beach going Harry is more than happy, with a great sense of humour, to serve a few cold beveages on the same terrace. The hotel, bar, restaurant, attached snack bar and supermarket are family run by a Greco-Canadian family and boy do they know how to make guests feel welcome. Unlike other reviews we did not experience any rudeness or condenesceing remarks, possibly the British response to other nationalties intonation. We booked a package via Jet2 and even for a peak week in August the price was very good, The hotel has been modenised in part but, like most comparable hotels from the 80's, still possesses its traditional Greek ambiance but when booking ask for a sea view as the sunrise is spectaular and is on par with many Carribean vistas. When we say sea view it isn't a ***** of blue sandwiched between buildings but the WHOLE panoramic view We stayed B&B and the breakfast was varied and catered for all tastes and ages. We ate at the resturant a couple of times in the evening and the food was delicious and superbly prepared. The room and hotel were clean but obvioulsy if you had the balcony doors open dust would gather. Linen and towels were changed regularly or upon request and Maria and her team we only to eager to attend to any request from guests. We found even in 35 degree daytime temperaturs air conditioning was not needed but available, like any similar hotels in the Greek islands, at extra cost Safety deposit boxes are also available for a charge.. Location is great it is very quiet and with the sea so close who needs a swimming pool. Alykes town is small and quiet mainly occupied by eateries, gift/beach shops and supermarkets. Recommended eateries are the grill at the Asteria where the wild boar is stupendous, and for real value for money Pitta Break just around the corner on the main street from the Asteria. Whispers bar for cocktails Definitely recommend the Astoria for a stay and you wont be disppointed with Alykes town To address some of the negative comments the hotel is pretty much fully booked for next year with returning customers and its worth noting that the majority of clients during our stay weren't British, However we did meet another couple and their children from UK who have stayed at the Astoria for 22 of the past 26 years so it obviously has something going for it. In fact we will be joining them for a rturn visit in August 2024
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