1900 Hotel

If it were not for the pretentious pricing of this very pleasant but undistinguished renovated four room house that calls itself a hotel I would give a five star rating, however, with it's inflated pricing, 1900 needs to deliver more. The room we had, 1901, was large and comfortable, the best part being the balcony overlooking the very busy port with its mesmerizing series of yachts coming and going all day and night. The nicely restored ceilings and large bathroom add to the charm. Unfortunately the lighting is not great. The owner Dimitris turns on the charm and gives suggestions for dining, makes reservations, suggests different beaches, performs concierge duties etc. He is not on site most of the day. The problem is one cannot run a hotel remotely and by Whatsapp. The morning biscuits and fruit are inconsistent, replenished at different times every day ( generally late morning). There is no pre arrival e mail welcoming guests or enquiring about their arrival details. For the high season pricing, there should be a bottle of wine or welcome basket in the room, turn down service at night, amenities one associates with five star hotels. There is a cute branded tote bag. Yes this is a laid back island, relaxed vibe etc, but the room prices are consistent with higher aspirations and do not deliver.

1900 is stunning. We were contacted about arrival details and met at the ferry, where our luggage was taken to our room. The hotel is beyond stunning. The owner helped us with dinner reservations (even though he was in Athens awaiting a surgery). He helped us throughout stay in Symi and continued to give us great advice as we traveled to Turkey. This is a place not to be missed. It is special and beautiful in more ways than I can express. I can not wait to return.