Title: Barefoot Contessa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=14741245&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Barefoot Contessa Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Barefoot Contessa ![On the beach - Barefoot Contessa (Kefalonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/43fdddcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View | Private kitchenette | Fridge, stovetop, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils - Barefoot Contessa (Kefalonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/c596144f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property – evening/night - Barefoot Contessa (Kefalonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/2942334b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Private kitchenette | Fridge, stovetop, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils - Barefoot Contessa (Kefalonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/57b09ce2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach bar - Barefoot Contessa (Kefalonia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/ad9cc81c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Lourdas Beach, Barefoot Contessa offers a peaceful retreat with WiFi and a bar. Enjoy garden views from the terrace. Convenient self-parking is available. Streamlined arrivals and departures with express check-in/check-out services. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 13 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=14741245&PinnedHotelID=14741245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=14741245&PinnedHotelID=14741245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 14 - Dec 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=14741245&PinnedHotelID=14741245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=14741245&PinnedHotelID=14741245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=14741245&PinnedHotelID=14741245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=14741245&PinnedHotelID=14741245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=14741245&PinnedHotelID=14741245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=14741245&PinnedHotelID=14741245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/85ecd70c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Air conditioning Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/99e95481.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Air conditioning Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View ![Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/eb5a518a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Air conditioning Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Partial sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View ![Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14750000/14741300/14741245/73ad4a06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Air conditioning Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guest house include: - Free self-parking - Express check-out, express check-in and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at Barefoot Contessa feature comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and kitchenettes ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12620000/12612100/12612066/f8932519.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mouikis Sun Village Kefalonia - Pool - Kids pool - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 39 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=12612066&PinnedHotelID=12612066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cleanliness standards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38240000/38238200/38238152/692bc885.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Meliti Waterfront Suites Kefalonia - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=38238152&PinnedHotelID=38238152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4860000/4851000/4850945/6ef247e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Signora Hotel Kefalonia - 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Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Outdoors - Garden - On the beach - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. ### Access methods Host will greet you, key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - 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 to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night - A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Property Registration Number 0830Κ122K0839101 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 ### Property is also known as Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Apartment Lourdata Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Apartment Kefalonia Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Lourdata Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Kefalonia Barefoot Contessa Apartment Kefalonia Barefoot Contessa Kefalonia Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Barefoot Contessa Kefalonia Barefoot Contessa Guesthouse Barefoot Contessa Guesthouse Kefalonia ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Barefoot Contessa pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Barefoot Contessa? ### What time is check-in at Barefoot Contessa? ### What time is check-out at Barefoot Contessa? ### Where is Barefoot Contessa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Barefoot Contessa Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 7.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 31 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Davendrakumar 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean and smart room. 50yards to the beach ##### Davendrakumar Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Amy 13 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The beautiful beach view was a highlight of this property. It was quiet and we were well taken care of! Thank you! ##### Amy Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maryam 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It was amazing. Confortable, relaxing and very convenient. And lovely owner ! ##### Maryam Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was perfect for our needs having visited Lourdas a number of times, we know the area well. So close to the beach and local bars and tavernas. The property is very tastefully furnished and extremely clean. Towels changed daily, bins emptied daily and bedding once during our weeks stay. Would definitely, without hesitation, stay here again. ##### Donna Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefano 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication In our opinion, property and services are really excellent. As a general suggestion about surrounding could be that to move cars and trucks access behind the different properties and use the present way, on the beach side, only for walking ##### Stefano Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 21 Jun 2024 #### Barefoot Contessa July 25 An excellent property we very much enjoyed our stay. Lourdata is a lovely place to be very laid back not over commercialised. Nice restaurants and bars everything we needed for a relaxing week. Hemingways Bar at the end of the driveway was very friendly and convenient for breakfast dinner,tea and cocktails. The apartment was comfortable and very clean, the kitchen was nice to have for a fridge, freezer and kettle. Only negatives were the shower head being completely blocked with limescale and held up by a tie wrap and a safe that didn’t work. Otherwise perfect ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/71BED1393D26C5F6C737876C9FF37E56B185B1DD1718960353212.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Paul Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig 20 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### The perfect beach location in beautiful Lourdas We absolutely loved our stay at Barefoot Contessa, waking up to the most beautiful view of the sea and mountains and listening to the waves of the sea it was truly perfect. We had everything we needed in the apartment apart from a toaster, but we didn’t miss it. You’re moments away from a beautiful beach and a few tavernas and little bars. There are more up the hill which is a bit of a trek but having a car allowed us to explore everywhere much more easily. The only negatives we had were on arrival the shower had hairs still in it but as it was very late we didn’t get this rectified as we both wanted to shower before bed, it didn’t look like it had been cleaned very well. Towels are changed daily which is great but quite a few of the towels were frayed/stained. The only thing we think that would also need improving cleaning wise is having the apartment floor mopped half way during the week as it did get dirty when staying for the week. Other than those small negatives everything else was perfect and we would most definitely come and stay again. This was our first time in Kefalonia but won’t be our last! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A12C9AED3FC0B6FA56B4E4C910A5E12E687056F61695208424377.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/89724773DB4FA0AF13ED1C0C79DD5EB5A9DC4F701695208424242.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/358B7FBC04A2C1DC578CB6335371628BBD238AF81695208428781.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D7A95B61FF2F284EA2B8614EB9C058A1B322EB761695208426644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Craig Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities stayed here for 10 days in late august. nice modern and clean apartment with regular cleaning and friendly staff. there is a great beachside bar called Hemmingway's too, which had the best food with great portions along the beach front in Lourdas. ##### Michael Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liliya 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice apartment. ##### Liliya Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### anna 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and friendly staff, one min walk to beach acomfy beds. The room needs more steogar butvthat was the only down side ##### anna Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Great for a quiet holiday Very relaxing .. very clean perfect spot ##### Kate Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeroen 15 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Great place to relax on the beach. Close to beach and walking distance to several good restaurants. Nice for a couple of days of doing very little.. ##### Jeroen Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### rachel 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Apartment lovely, but got accosted by staff saying we hadnt paid !!! Obviously we had through expedia so spent an hour on phone to expedia to sort ,!! Not great ##### rachel Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Great place to stay for pure holiday vibes This is an excellent place to stay, the people who run it and the bar/restaurant nearby are friendly and super accommodating- even waiting for me to arrive for check in after my flight was delayed. The place itself is big and clean and comfortable. The best thing about it for me was the fact that the beach with cheap say beds was 2 mins from the room, it really helped ease us into holiday mode as soon as we got there. The food in the area was great as well. It was a really wonderful stay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah Louise 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed at Barefoot Contessa in mid-June 2025\. I was holidaying as a solo traveller which I have only done a few times before and so was very anxious leading up to the trip. I needn’t have worried as I had an amazing week. The resort/village and apartments were both fantastic and the staff at Barefoot Contessa/Hemingways were always really friendly and helpful: Dimitra, Olga and Spiros and co. The apartment was really lovely and clean. Comfortable and nicely furnished. Good shower and bathroom. It has everything you would need including a small oven/grill and two rings - although I didn’t actually cook as there are a small number of good restaurants very near by including Hemingways bay-restaurant just a few seconds walk away. The apartment is literally a stone’s throw from a really beautiful beach - mainly sandy with crystal clear waters and backed by the most beautiful mountainous scenery. It is literally 2 mins walk from the apartment - possibly less! The village itself is beautiful and was not at all crowded. It suits anyone looking for a quiet, scenic and relaxing break from daily life. I would thoroughly recommend Barefoot Contessa. ![Hemingways](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/25cc7940-c5b4-48bd-b74f-af5f2752d952-1751617458511.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dbaefebe-bfa5-4ca8-a089-4aef8726d1d0-1751617459207.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d8094963-7e83-4bd4-981e-1290b92a9b55-1751617458780.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from terrace](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cba60f6a-8387-44ea-8a1f-30985fbb707a-1751617457386.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sarah Louise Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sean 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great spot. Handy having the bar/taverna right in front. Host empties the trash and brings fresh towels daily. Only disappointment was that the sun beds shown in the photos are not included with the room rate. Beds in the room left us with a bit of a back ache as well. ##### Sean ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy 23 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We had a beautiful sea view on our balcony where we would enjoy a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. The beach was beautiful with a gradual slope. It has small washed rock until you are a few feet in the water and then there is a sandy bottom.The staff was very friendly and accomodating. I highly recommend the Barefoot Contessa ##### Cathy Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Monika 15 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness #### Not for us Nothing too relaxing very bad experience. If you choose that apartment in Lourdas you will get a minimum of equipment, bar very expensive and redness from owners. We ordered Greek salad but they give us without oil and olive no taste only veg Shame on you. The first time we have something like this. I do not know maybe you have a problem with people like us. The beach is beautiful and the seawater is amazing and the view is unforgettable with the mountain in the back of your place but you can get better accodomnetion in Lourdas than this. For the sunbed, you pay € 8 per day if you use it. Other than accommodation have or for free. Only one toaster for the whole 10 rooms??? Glass limits available. One little square kitchen towel to clean your dishes?? Most important the Air conditioning old fashion very old-fashioned and if you use makes horrible noise! the kitchen area yes has its windows but it's very warm, the owner should think about it. No that's enough. We could give more, that it's our opinion. We will be back with no option but no barefoot contessa We get information from different accordaminations and we notice the better place for that money. We travel a lot and we can compare, it poorly. Internet rubbish:( ##### Monika Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Sabrina 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Abbiamo soggiornato per 9 notti. Luogo incantevole, silenzioso, appartamento esattamente come descritto dalle foto, pulito, munito di tutto il necessario. Parcheggio ombreggiato in loco. Impagabile essere di fronte al mare, a pochi passi, con terrazzino da cui godere tramonti e spledida luna sul mare. Uniche note negative che consiglierei di migliorare sono: armadio a vista con troppo poco spazio per riporre vestiti per 3 persone, lavabo nel bagno davvero piccolo per lavarsi ed il condizionatore troppo rumoroso, anche se non ne abbiamo avuto particolarmente bisogno essendo capitati in giornate abbastanza ventilate. Consiglierei di cambiarlo. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3d773b41-6720-4a22-bf26-1955e8572b25-1754925982449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sabrina Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Örje 29 May 2022 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Trevlig värd...romantiskt & smakfullt inredd lägenhet...bra med utrustning i kök och ett väl fungerande kylskåp...nära till strand och ett par enkla men bra restauranger... ##### Örje Stayed 1 night in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marco 25 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Struttura molto bella recentemente ristrutturata. Avevamo una camera con una stupenda vista mare. Punto ideale per visitare la parte sud dell'isola. ##### marco Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 5 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Percect beach front property Property was in a brilliant location and condition and the facilities were excellent, very comfy beds and great view of the sea and the sounds of the waves on the shore. Only negatives was very strong green light from the emergency exit sign above the door in the bedroom, no hot water for 15 hours at one point at the end of the week and very intermittent weak WiFi which at tines was frustrating. ##### Andrew Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher 4 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Re: Relaxing stay on quiet beach Beautiful beachside apartments just a stones throw from the sea at a quiet end of Lourdas beach. Had a very relaxing 8 days here, apartment clean and spacious, good kitchen with all the applicances you need. Get the sea view apartment, spent many evenings have a drink and watching the waves. Lots of restaurants nearby, relatively cheap and good simple food and only a short drive from Angostoli. ##### Christopher Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark 4 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Really nice stay. Only a couple of disappointments, the bar wasn’t open and no beds on the beach. But appreciate it’s strange times and the resort was never going to be very busy ##### Mark Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian, Essex 3 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Real beachfront apartments This accommodation definitely ticked all the boxes for our stay in Lourdas. The apartment we stayed in is the one advertised in the promotion and the view is outstanding. There are numerous restaurants close by and if you wish to venture further car rentals are easy to obtain as the island has a host of places to visit. We used the pre-booked taxi service to and from the airport and would recommend that also. All round service at the apartments was first class from everyone. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this accommodation to anyone. ##### Ian Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Ionian Trilogy Luxury Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Ionian-Trilogy-Luxury-Villas.h53888089.Hotel-Information) > > [Emelisse Nature Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Emelisse-Nature-Resort.h1269735.Hotel-Information) > > [Sami Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Sami-Beach-Hotel.h16369847.Hotel-Information) > > [White Rocks Hotel Kefalonia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-White-Rocks-Hotel-Kefalonia.h15264461.Hotel-Information) > > [Kekatos Studios](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Kekatos-Studios.h65508905.Hotel-Information) > > [Thalassa Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Thalassa-Boutique-Hotel.h1219084.Hotel-Information) > > [Lorenzo Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Lorenzo-Hotel.h12475429.Hotel-Information) > > [Eliamos Villas Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Eliamos.h75746890.Hotel-Information) > > [Odyssey Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Odyssey-Boutique-Hotel.h12318874.Hotel-Information) > > [The Magnolia Resort - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-The-Magnolia-Resort-Adults-Only.h44981572.Hotel-Information) > > [Limanaki Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Limanaki-Hotel.h3748507.Hotel-Information) > > [Olive Grove Studios & Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Olive-Grove-Studios-Apartments.h33335536.Hotel-Information) > > [Princess Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Princess-Hotel.h4259334.Hotel-Information) > > [Tesoro Blu Hotel & Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Tesoro-Blu-Hotel-And-Spa.h54216989.Hotel-Information) > > [Apollonion Asterias Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Apollonion-Asterias-Resort-And-Spa.h4524085.Hotel-Information) > > [Summery Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Summery-Hotel.h2536431.Hotel-Information) > > [Melidron Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Melidron-Hotel.h37792932.Hotel-Information) > > [Louis Apostolata Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Apostolata-Island-Resort-Spa.h1131170.Hotel-Information) > > [Magganos Sunset Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Magganos-Sunset-Villas.h18946438.Hotel-Information) > > [Ionian Vista Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Ionian-Vista-Villas.h14990962.Hotel-Information) > > [Ionian Emerald Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Ionian-Emerald-Resort.h7823304.Hotel-Information) > > [Kefalonia Grand Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Kefalonia-Grand-Hotel.h1206241.Hotel-Information) > > [Electra Kefalonia Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Electra-Kefalonia-Hotel-Spa.h47080412.Hotel-Information) > > [Avithos Resort Apartments Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Avithos-Resort-Apartments-Hotel.h1447945.Hotel-Information) > > [Malibu Studios & Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Malibu-Studios-Elegant-Cosy.h18990435.Hotel-Information) > > [Irinna Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Irinna-Hotel.h3736931.Hotel-Information) > > [Dionysos Village Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Dionysos-Village-Resort.h12567667.Hotel-Information) > > [Skala Beach 2 bedroom apartment with private 107m2 pool and breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-Elegant-2-Bedroom-Apartment-With-Private-107m2-Pool-In-Skala.h34483623.Hotel-Information) > > [Marinos Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kefalonia-Hotels-MARINOS-APARTMENTS.h54504547.Hotel-Information)