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Ionian Emerald Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Ionian Emerald Resort

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Lobby
Interior

Overview of Ionian Emerald Resort

8.2

Very good

Highlight
  • Offers an on-site restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Kefalonia.

Popular amenities

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  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Karavomylos, Kefalonia, Kefalonia Island, 28080
  • Popular LocationKaravomilos Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMelissani Cave Lake11 min walk
  • Popular LocationFamilia Restaurant16 min walk
  • Popular LocationAfrala2 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Triple Room, Ground Floor

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Double Room, Sea View

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Sami

Located in Kefalonia, Ionian Emerald Resort is near a private beach. While the natural beauty of Myrtos Beach and Lourdas Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port of Argostoli. Navy - Folklore Museum of Ithaca and Museum of Natural History of Kefalonia and Ithaca are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours.

What's nearby

  • Karavomilos Beach - 6 min walk
  • Melissani Cave Lake - 11 min walk
  • Acropolis of Sami - 10 min drive
  • Antisamos Beach - 16 min drive
  • Port of Argostoli - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Drogarati Cave - 5 min drive
  • Acron Beach Bar - 10 min drive
  • Stou Thoma - 4 min drive
  • Familia Restaurant - 16 min walk
  • Fiore D'Amore - 7 min drive

About this property

Ionian Emerald Resort

Luxury hotel
At Ionian Emerald Resort, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. Treat yourself to hydrotherapy, a facial or thalassotherapy at Emerald Spa, the on-site spa. Enjoy ocean views and more at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Concierge services, a front desk safe and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as air conditioning and dressing gowns, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and baths
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, Greek, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pool Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2009
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 October and 10 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 60 (one-way), (from 3 to 12 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Ionian Emerald
Ionian Emerald Kefalonia
Ionian Emerald Resort
Ionian Emerald Resort Kefalonia
Ionian Emerald Resort Hotel
Ionian Emerald Resort Kefalonia
Ionian Emerald Resort Hotel Kefalonia

Frequently asked questions

Does Ionian Emerald Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Is Ionian Emerald Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ionian Emerald Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ionian Emerald Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ionian Emerald Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Ionian Emerald Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Ionian Emerald Resort located?

Situated in Kefalonia, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Ionian Sea and Karavomilos Beach. Melissani Cave Lake and Old Vlachata are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Ionian Emerald Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theoni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ththe dinner was lovely .. the view from our balcony , breakfast areas a d dinner area was spectacular. The pool was outstanding, heaps of very comfortable lounge chairs.. close walki g to sami town .. and all the staff were super helpful and lovely.. highly recommended this place 10 out of 10.. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Christos

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Maintenance is a problem. Bathtub was leaking and AC went out once. Badly overpriced for what it is and the 5 star status it boasts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff with excellent facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast availability limited. Beach by the property mediocre. Service for a 5 star hotel not as good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The shower was TERRIBLE, the head wouldn't stay on the holder and place was pretty dirty.V comfortable bed and beautiful pool facility and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay the facilities, the food the service were all great. Cant wait to go back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aggelos, Chicago

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent choice. Phenomenal staff, excellent spa, great pool and pool bar with ample food choices.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Appalled
We had booked 4 nights in September in a superior room with seaview but were shown to a basement room with no seaview. (Moreover it wasn’t properly cleaned: coffee stains, crumbs, information folder covered in mould.) We promptly queried this to be told no seaview room was available at the time. No one had explained this at check in. No attempt was made to remedy or compensate for this situation. No one apologised. Very poor attitude and service for what is allegedly a 5* hotel. We spent very little time at the hotel due to the unacceptable situation; might as well have stayed somewhere much cheaper without seaview. Attempts to contact Expedia during and after our stay resulted in an emailed acknowledgement and eventually an email saying they had been unable to get through to the hotel. Therefore we emailed the hotel directly but received no reply. Advised by the European Customer Centre (ECC) we sent a registered letter directly to the hotel. This was tracked as received by the hotel on 30 November but there was no response from them. In January the case was passed to the Greek ECC but still no reply from the hotel. We delayed submitting a review to give the hotel chance to address our complaint but after 6 months with nothing at all from them we now giving our feedback online. I also agree with other reviews querying the validity of the 5star rating of the hotel eg the breakfast buffet was pretty underwhelming and we often had to wait for tables to be cleared and relaid.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quality hotel overlooking a bay and surrounded by.
Ideally situated overlooking the sea th e facilities are of a high standard and the service was excellent. The standard of dinner was disappointing but the prices were reasonable
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

ggg, London

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel
The hotel was in a quiet location along from the centre of Sami, about a 10-15 minute walk along the beach to restuarants. It was very close to Melissani Cave and you could easily walk there. Room was comfortable, but we were on a below ground level room despite booking a sea view room so be careful when booking and ask for a room high up. Staff were friendly. We were half board and so ate dinner at the hotel which was 4 courses and - in true Greek style - huge portions. Food was all delicious and served on the terrace overlooking the bay. Breakfast was good. The pool was very nice with lots of sun loungers and pool towels available. The gym was very small with only a few machines.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

General hotel information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Address
Karavomylos, Kefalonia, Kefalonia Island
Location
Kefalonia