Royal Bay

This was our 2nd stay at this hotel and can only say how an insensitive ignoramus can spoil your holiday. The owner’s son appears to now be staff on reception and he is about as inviting as having to poo a hedgehog. On the first night we were there, he insulted 2 guests (not to their face but to another guest) calling them alcoholic because they enjoyed a drink on holiday. As he was noticeably disabled, as am I, I asked him what had happened to him and he bluntly said, “It is my mother’s fault, I was born like it”. He then told me that I did not need my crutch to walk with (something I have needed for over 24 years) as he had seen me walking around the pool table without it - a complete fabrication. At this point, I just felt uncomfortable every time I saw him so all I could do was ignore him and try to enjoy the holiday. The next morning at breakfast, I asked if there was any bacon as the tray was empty. The female owner came out with 8 more rashers and promptly told me, “my daughter says that bacon is not good for you”. We soon learnt that Mrs. Owner and her staff tried to save our lives every morning by putting out 8 rashers of bacon at a time and making us ask for it when it ran out - last year it was plentiful. We had freezing cold showers every morning and complained to the staff but this fell on deaf ears. In fact the only time the showers were warm in our room was between 1600-1700. My wife, who is dairy intolerant, asked for plant based milk only to be told they do not do it - something you would expect from the hotel’s 4*+ rating. The disabled toilet in the reception area is permanently locked as it is used as a store room. When my wife asked if I could use it, she was told that as we had not let them know I was disabled then we could not. On the plus side of this hotel; Katerina, Andreas and the cleaners - brilliant customer service something the owner’s son and Mrs Owner could learn from. The location is lovely. It is a great shame as this could be a fantastic hotel with a bit of an update and better service by the aforementioned people.

Having read the reviews I'm confused. We found all the staff very friendly and helpful. The complaints about the breakfast are unacceptable. So much choice from eggs, bacon sausage and beans etc. Cereals! Fruit and tea coffee and juice. TV! Who comes away to watch TV? Our room was large, comfortable bed and a nice shower with hot water. The drinks at the bar were comparable in price to elsewhere. The pool is amazing, a little cold but lovely. Plenty of sunbeds, never had trouble getting one though it was October. Parasol and sunbeds free on beach. The views across the bay are amazing. Plenty of local tavernas which are within a few minutes walking offer the usual Greek cuisine at very reasonable prices. One of the nicest places we have stayed in. Would thoroughly recommend and would return.

Me and my partner went to this hotel for 8 nights and we couldn't fault it. I was abit concerned before going after reading some of the reviews that it has no atmosphere, we didn't see this to be true, music was playing around the pool and many of the guests chatting etc. Pool table in the lobby which was great. Didn't find it to be busy with local children on weekends. All of the staff were very helpful throughout our stay. Breakfast has something for everyone, a couple more toasters would be a benefit. The setting of the hotel is lovely and definitely worth the extra for a sea view room. The whole hotel is spotlessly clean. Always sunbeds available regardless of the time you go to the pool. Perfect location, short distance from all of the restaurants. The restaurant opposite, Allotina is a must visit! We went a couple of nights, some of the best food we've eaten. We wouldn't hesitate to return!