Gerakas Belvedere Hotel & Spa

“Nice. Just needs a few more sunbeds!”

The hotel itself is nice and clean and the food varied and plentiful. It's a small inclusive set up so don't expect tens of dishes but unless you're a fussy eater you'll find something wholesome and probably traditionally greek. The pool bar serves drinks all-day and has a good range of drinks av… lisää

The hotel itself is nice and clean and the food varied and plentiful. It's a small inclusive set up so don't expect tens of dishes but unless you're a fussy eater you'll find something wholesome and probably traditionally greek. The pool bar serves drinks all-day and has a good range of drinks available (see image). Rooms (221-224) were modern suites and ours was very nice. Good aircon overlooking the front of the hotel towards the sea and pool. A bit of noise from the kitchens but nothing major. Make sure you realise the location. Remote but shops and short walk away. Turn left and it's a 15 walk to a great beach, a turtle sanctuary (free) and some restaurants. Some people around the pool hadn't done their research and felt a bit isolated. The biggest criticism I have is the pool area. Firstly, the lack of sunbeds. There simply isnt enough for all the guests. Despite having a terrace area, there are only an additional 8 or so bean bags. This really needs the same amount of sunbeds found around the pool in order to cater for everyone. There is seating by the bar, but daily people found themselves sitting on chairs because of the lack of loungers. Now I hear you say...get up early...reserve a lounger. We did, 7am towels out. This was fine for a couple of days. Day 3...towels removed. When we arrived after breakfast (9.30am) they were nowhere to be seen. Reception had the towels bagged up, along with a lot of other people's. No warnings. No notices. All they need is some clear rules and people would be happier and know the deal. A sign: No towels before 830am. Any towels down before this will be removed. Removal of towels is standard practice at a lot of hotels but this wouldn't be needed here if the hotel was better equipped for near full occupancy. They have the room...make use of it. Next, the pool. Nice but a bit warm. If coming peak summer, with children and families the pool will probably feel a little crowded. Especially with inflatables. Lastly, there's a nice roof terrace but it only has limited seating. They need more seats for the evening as the view is lovely, maybe add a bar, have an outdoor event, BBQ. If I wanted a relaxing holiday, outside of school holidays I'd probably recommend.

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