Short Reviews On Resorts & Hotels In Corfu, Greece

A magical place that is mentioned on numerous occasions in the Greek mythology, and one of the oldest inhabited areas in Europe is the wonderful island of Corfu. It is the second largest island of the thousands of Greek islands, lies in the Ionian Sea, and has a wide range of hotels and beach resorts. Throughout the ages, Corfu has been a constant target for the leading civilizations and so it has been ruled by the Republic of Venice, as well as the British and Ottoman Empires. The remaining structures of those times are as various in their architectural style as is the island's surroundings. On Corfu are many mountains and hills as well as plains and beaches. The main town on the island bears the same name and is located on the eastern coast.

As many other parts of Greece, Corfu has a rapidly developing tourist sector and can offer a number of luxury hotels and resorts. In the old part of Corfu town, which has been included in UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, tourists most certainly would enjoy a vacation at the elegant Siorra Vittoria Hotel. It has the most unique atmosphere created by the antique decorations mixed with modern amenities such as air conditioning and satellite TV. Just outside the town in two different locations are situated the holiday resorts of the Aquis hotel chain, which has probably the most deluxe establishments all over the country. The five-star Aquis Corfu Palace is at Garitsa Bay and attracts with splendid sea panorama, impeccable service and facilities such as swimming pools, spa center, a la carte restaurant and many more.

The town of Corfu is home to many of the island's landmarks like the "Palace of Sts. Michael and George", "Corfu City Hall" and the "Maitland Monument". As consequence, it is a main tourist destination on the island and as such there is a demand for less expensive hotels for groups and budget travelers. Luckily, these are not scarce on Corfu, and Hotel Bretagne, for example, is a vacation place conveniently located near restaurants, markets and the city's center. Another one, the Hellinis Hotel Corfu is just 985 feet (about 300 meters) away from the beach and offers its guests a restaurant, where they can enjoy the delicious Greek cuisine, a swimming pool and a lush garden. Other similar hotels in Corfu are the Konstantinoupolis Hotel, the Dalia Hotel Corfu and Hotel Atlantis.

Tourists book hotels in Corfu in order to enjoy the sunny weather and awesome beaches, and they are never disappointed. The climate on Corfu is typical for the area, summers are hot and winters are mild. Visitors who wish to get as much sun as possible should consider the period between June and August, while those that prefer sightseeing and long walks may find that spring and fall are more suitable as the temperatures are not as high. Among the famous tourist sites of Corfu is the Achilleion, built by the Austrian Empress Sissy, a true tribute to the Greek hero. The complex consists of large gardens, dotted with statues of Achilles. Regardless of what tourists choose to do while vacation in Corfu, they all will spend the memorable time during their long desired holidays.