Acteon Hotel

iOS port walking distance to centre Newly renovated, gem of a hotel, just steps off the ferry. The room was clean, sharp looking with everything you need. Shower was a delight, little balcony overlooking the port. Walk up the steps to iOS - 10mins, a 3min walk to the nearest beach with cafes, restaurants and mini supermarket right at the port. Highly recommend!

I booked this hotel when I decided to break up my trip from Paros back to Santorini. I specifically wanted somewhere close to port and this hotel was easy to spot from getting off the boat. When you arrive you'll find a door with a sign for the hotel but it isn't obvious that what you need to do is call in to the adjacent Acteon travel agency and they'll complete registration there. There isn't a reception as such. You then access the rooms via that door. There doesn't appear to be a lift. The stairs aren't terrible steep but they are winding in places. I had a twin room on the second floor - quite spacious with tv/hairdryer/fridge/AC and good wi fi access. No in room safety deposit box. The bathroom has a shower cubicle and is a big room. There's both a window and door out to the balcony on which there were two chairs. No table, although I noticed the other balconies were furnished with them. There was a great view from the balcony over the main square and port. I had a good night's sleep in a firm but comfortable bed. There's no meal plan at this hotel but there are places to get breakfast all around and a bakery where you can get takeaway coffee, etc. Check out is by noon. The island bus stop is just across the road to take you to the beach and Chora. There's also Yialos beach a few yards away. Being October Ios bore little resemblance to the party isle of summer but there were still amenities open and people around.

Awesome stay The place was really nice, spacious, clean and very close on the port. I highly recommend this hotel.