Hotel Aliki

While this hotel is very nice, I wish I had known a little more about Symi. ||Our room was nicely air-conditioned but there was no air conditioning in the lobby. This would normally be fine; however, after the 12 minute walk from the ferry terminal in the scorching heat with no relief from the sun and no breeze we found it difficult. ||There were no taxis to be found between the ferry terminal and the walk to the hotel. The narrow Harbour of Symi means there is no breeze and no relief from the sun when you walk along the harbour. my husband and I are young seniors and can usually handle a walk, but this was too much for us. We ended up leaving a day early because it was too difficult to enjoy even a short walk or sitting out to have a coffee or a beer. ||When we returned to Rhodes, it was 1° hotter, but felt so much more manageable because of the shade that is everywhere andu because of the breeze that is everywhere. I wish I had known before going to Symi. ||The hotel itself is beautiful, the room was comfortable and the view from the front is atmospheric. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Taxis are difficult to find on the island. When we left he managed to arrange for us to share a van with two other couples at the hotel who dropped us off at the ferry terminal.

This boutique hotel is actually a large house from the end of the 19th century and was renovated beautifully which makes you feel like you’re visiting a Greek family. It is very close to the smaller port by the police station but a longer walk to the bigger port. It is by the sea so you don’t have to walk up any hills. |The terrace at the top has a fantastic view. |The hotel has 3 floors, so if you have knee problems, ask for one of the lower floors. |The room is nicely furnished, there is a fridge with free water, shampoo and bath foam. |The host, half Italian, half Greek is very friendly and helpful. There are no safes in the room but you can leave your valuables with him. |Breakfast is nice but limited if you are used to big buffets. There is cheese, ham, olives, jam, honey, tomatoes and cucumbers together with bread, cakes abd special salty and sweet Greek biscuits.

Great hotel with genuine Italian style atmosphere; the owner is half Greek half Italian and took the best of the 2 countries. The rooms have a real interbelic feeling with high quality linen and a serene air. Nicely decorated, Aliki offers a great service for breakfast, good wifi, and seaside tables where one can e joy peacefully a glass of wine and a snack while watching the boats sail by.

Situated 100 m from the ferry, this us a wonderfully renovated and restored Greek town house is on the harbour, so no climbing stairs is a bonus. The owner Gourgos(George) is a gem he could not be more welcoming and helpful. We chose a patio room, yes there is no sea view but not all rooms have a balcony anyway. It was very hot when we were there and it was great sitting on the shady green patio reading and the room had the benefit of no street noise. The WiFi was good as was the air con no complaints. The breakfast was fine not particularly expansive but something for every one.

We had a wonderful time here. The owner Giorgio was very friendly, helpful and approachable. The view from the room was breathtaking. You can have breakfast next to the sea, enjoying the early sunshine.

This hotel in Symi is absolutely amazing! The rooms are full of history and maintain such great quality. The hotel owner is incredibly friendly and professional. Plus, our room had the most incredible view of the island. I highly recommend it!

Aliki is the best hotel in Symi. George, the hotel owner is very professional and friendly. Takes care of his guests. We come here every year and are very happy with our choice every single time. The hotel is very clean and well maintained.

A beautifully charming and old fashioned hotel with a perfect location. |Family owned and run professionally. |Sea view rooms are gorgeous. |Have come back to this hotel every time we are in Symi and will continue to do so in the future. |Highly recommend the Aliki Hotel.