Short Reviews On Resorts & Hotels In Kefalonia, Greece

The largest Greek island in the Ionian Sea is Kefalonia, also known as Cephalonia. The main town of Kefalonia is Argostoli, where are located most of the museums, hosting the vast number of archaeological findings of the island's rich ancient history. Around this city are also situated many of the best-rated resorts and hotels in Kefalonia. Many civilizations have ruled the island, and Romans, Byzantine, Venetian, French and Ottoman have all left traces here. There are also artifacts of British presence on Kefalonia and evidence of population going back as far as 40,000 years. As a result, Kefalonia has the most fascinating display of various architectural styles and many well-preserved ruins of the ancient times, now attracting many tourists each year. The great Mycenaean civilization has left the most significant legacy on the island in the form of temples and administrative buildings.

In the area surrounding Argostoli can be found a large number of historical landmarks, and therefore it is one of the most preferred holiday destinations on Kefalonia. Naturally, there are also many luxurious hotels and resorts. Some of the top accommodations on Kefalonia are the Liberatos Village, situated in the town of Lixouri and the Thalassa Hotel Kefalonia, which is in the famous Lassi Resort. In the picturesque region of Skala is found another deluxe residence, the superb Hotel Regina Dell Acqua Resort. This holiday retreat offers its guests the most beautifully designed rooms and the best service and facilities possible. Visitors of one of the best-rated hotels on Kefalonia have the pleasure of enjoying various water sports, with perfect conditions provided and spectacular panorama from each angle of the hotel completing this extraordinary experience.

As any large tourist town, Argostoli is not reserved to the few that can afford luxury and expensive hotels while holiday in Kefalonia. A variety of accommodations with reasonable prices can be found, suitable for tourist groups as well, with some providing discounts on early booking or longer stay. The Pythos Studios Hotel is an example of a low rate accommodation in Kefalonia with facilities including a swimming pool, cozy rooms, pool-side snack bar and various services. The other popular town among visitors of Kefalonia is Lixouri, with entertainment and nightlife concentrated in the town's central area. The Palatino Hotel is just outside of the city's limits and provides the standard amenities for a hotel of its type and tranquility among beautiful nature.

Kefalonia is one of the most preferred Greek islands as it has been mentioned in many novels and even the major motion picture "Captain Corelli's Mandolin" was shot there. However, the true richness of the island is its nature: mountains and many beautiful beaches surrounded by majestic cliffs, creating awesome views are the unique assets of Kefalonia. Summer holidays spent in hotels of Kefalonia are a dream, and between May and October is the peak of the tourist season. Sun and clear skies bring many people to this island, which resembles a tropical paradise, maybe even better, as the atmosphere transpires tales and legends of long passed glorious times. The charming city landscapes, the traditional cuisine and cordial people are completing the incredible vacation experience enjoyed on Kefalonia.