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Very disappointing stay for families with children
The hotel itself is beautiful, clean, and well-maintained, and the staff were friendly and polite — but as two families traveling with young children, our overall experience was extremely disappointing.
1️⃣ Not suitable for children at all.
Having a Kids Club doesn’t make a hotel family-friendly — quite the opposite. The club only allows children without parents, for a half or full day, which is simply unrealistic for young kids. Beyond that, there are no children’s activities whatsoever: no shows, no arts and crafts, no entertainment, and not even a simple evening disco for kids — something most family hotels offer. The children’s pool was freezing, so there was really nothing for our kids to do.
2️⃣ Freezing pools with no temperature adjustment.
All pools, without exception, were icy cold. Not a single one was heated, and even the spa had no working jacuzzi. In early October, when evenings are cooler, I would expect a five-star hotel under the Marriott brand to know how to adjust pool temperatures to make them usable. Instead, the water was simply too cold to enter.
3️⃣ Unreasonable and excessive prices.
Everything is extremely overpriced — a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice costs €8.5, and all the restaurants are absurdly expensive. Even worse, the bungalows located inside the hotel grounds cost an additional €16 per person. That’s part of the hotel’s facilities — charging extra for it makes no sense. It’s like asking guests to pay extra to use a specific pool.
4️⃣ Unprofessional response from management.
When we raised our concerns about the freezing pools with the manager, Michael, his response was that “there’s a hotel in Greece where the water is warmer.” A completely dismissive and inappropriate answer — especially considering the high price we paid to stay here.
☕ On a positive note:
The breakfast buffet was absolutely excellent — rich, fresh, and beautifully presented. The restaurant staff were attentive, warm, and provided great service every morning.
In conclusion:
We were two families, and all of us shared the same disappointing experience. The hotel is stunning and well-organized, but it’s not suitable for families with children. If it’s meant to be an adults-only resort, it should be clearly stated and not marketed otherwise. Unfortunately, we did not enjoy our stay and would not return.