Iolkos Hotel

“nice place”

a nice quiet hotel.nice staff okey breakfast with coffee tea ..boiled eggs,sandwhiches ,cereal excetra.. help full kind staff.. would go back again,although the hill from the center is a task unless you like training, but taxis arent expensive and worth it

“Okay for the price but not great”

I spent 5 nights at Iolkos in late July 2021. It wasn’t my first choice, I booked it last minute after other options became unavailable. I was looking for somewhere affordable (< €50 per night) that included breakfast, preferably with a pool, was close to the centre of Pigadia and not too far fro... more

I spent 5 nights at Iolkos in late July 2021. It wasn’t my first choice, I booked it last minute after other options became unavailable. I was looking for somewhere affordable (< €50 per night) that included breakfast, preferably with a pool, was close to the centre of Pigadia and not too far from the beach – Iolkos seemed to tick the right boxes. Well, after walking to the hotel from the ferry, I can say it’s not that close to the centre of town! The hotel is situated on a steep hill, so beware if you’re planning to walk from the port, it’s a sweaty one! Likewise from the beach, or anywhere during the day really. However, it’s close to the bus station and a supermarket (opposite the bus station) so that’s a bonus. The room itself was fine, with a small balcony overlooking the side of the hotel, functional air-conditioning etc, although the bathroom wasn’t great: the shower head leaked water from the hose connection, so the flow of water was difficult to wash with. There was also no shower curtain so the entire floor would get quite wet and slippery. The worst part was probably breakfast. It’s hard to expect too much for under €40 a night, but even so, the selection was minimal: sliced bread (no toaster), cheap ham and cheese slices, a small selection of salad, awful Greek yoghurt (worst I’ve tasted) and some biscuits which turned out to be the most edible thing on offer. Most mornings I just had a few biscuits, coffee and a slice of bread with some butter. They didn’t even have water unless you asked for it. The pool is quite nice but small and with only enough sunbeds for perhaps a dozen people. I used it a couple of times but it’s not that spacious so even a few other people around made it feel crowded and noisy. The main beach is about 15 minutes walk away and a much better option. I’ve given a generous 3 stars as it was cheap. Had I paid more it would have been 1 or 2* for sure and I would only stay here if you can’t find anything else or you’re on a really tight budget.

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“Perfect location with beautiful balcony view”

Despite the fact that this is a two star hotel, it has a perfect location close to the sea (10 minutes walk), the bus station (5 minutes walk) and to the dining area (15 minutes walk). Make sure you book a room facing the sea. Those facing the mountains are not nice at all. For some reason the ho... more

Despite the fact that this is a two star hotel, it has a perfect location close to the sea (10 minutes walk), the bus station (5 minutes walk) and to the dining area (15 minutes walk). Make sure you book a room facing the sea. Those facing the mountains are not nice at all. For some reason the hotel management tried to have me change room the first evening. From room 303 with great view, to a room facing the mountains. I was very upset. However, I refused to go from good to bad and they let me keep the room. Breakfast “buffet” was extremely boring and meager, which is good in a way since I tend to eat too much breakfast if it is tasty. Also, keep in mind the hotel is located on a high hill. It is a sweaty walk during summer. But then again – good exercise! I recommend this hotel if you are not planning to rent a car or a motorbike. Please note, Wi-fi only in the reception. Nice pool but small slippery ladders.

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