Kefalonia Bay Palace

Bella struttura , personale accogliente e gentile. Un po' di trascuratezza nella manutenzione del verde.

We had a fantastic stay at the Kefalonia Bay Palace and honestly don’t understand some of the complaints I’ve seen! The hotel was clean, with a charming retro-style decor that gave it a unique and welcoming character – we really enjoyed the vibe. Our room was spacious and comfortable, with a large balcony that offered incredible views – the perfect place to relax with a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. The staff were all friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome throughout our stay. One of the best things about this hotel is its location. It’s quiet and peaceful, perched above the coast with amazing views, but still only about a 10-minute walk into the village. Honestly, I don’t get why people complain about that – do they not check where a hotel is before they book it?! It’s clearly marked on the map, and for us, the short walk was part of the charm. Put simply- if you cannot walk for ten minutes or walk up stairs do not book! Yes, there are steps – quite a few of them – but that’s just a feature of the hotel’s hillside design. If mobility is an issue, this may not be the place for you, but if you’re able to walk up and down steps, it’s absolutely worth it. The local beach is stunning – a natural, unspoiled white pebbled beach that’s perfect for swimming and snorkelling in crystal-clear water. It felt like a real hidden gem, especially compared to some of the more crowded beaches elsewhere on the island. Bring your sea shoes and enjoy! Breakfast was lovely each morning – a relaxed, unhurried start to the day, with a good variety of options. The whole hotel has a laid-back, peaceful atmosphere that we really appreciated. If we had to mention a downside, there was a strange smell outside the side entry near the hotel lobby at times. It didn’t affect our room or the rest of the hotel, but it was noticeable when walking by that particular area. All in all, we loved our time here and would absolutely stay again. Just do your homework before booking – if you want flat terrain and no stairs, maybe look elsewhere. But if you want gorgeous views, friendly staff, and a peaceful base with an authentic feel, this place is perfect.

Absolutely loved our stay a great romantic getaway. Seeing all the bad reviews regarding rooms I would like to say that our room is for changing showering and sleeping in, we go away to relax and enjoy the sights and not watch TV! Our hotel room was lovely with a beautiful sea view. Room was kept clean and tidy. The breakfast was plentiful with all sorts to choose from. Yes there are steps but these helped us by not being too lazy on holiday! The walking trips to Agia Effimia which is only a kilometer away with various stops on the way if you so wish, were lovely. Plenty of sunbeds, pool bar was great for snacks and drinks and the barman Costas was brilliant. Staff were amazing, very helpful and talkative. I would say bed and breakfast is the better choice as you can enjoy the various restaurants close by. The bad reviews for this hotel are totally unjustified.