Corfu is often called the little paradise. And this is true: the island’s landscapes truly resemble ancient Eden - they are unique and diverse. Corfu is buried in citrus orchards and olive groves. Here, mountains are replaced by plains, and rocky shores are replaced by beaches, lagoons pass into picturesque lakes and rivers. All this, combined with a developed tourist infrastructure, makes the stay on the island romantic and full of unforgettable impressions.
Holidays in Corfu
According to legend, the god Poseidon, falling in love with the beautiful nymph Kerkyra, abducted her and brought her here. Fearless Argonauts who fled from King Colchis found refuge on the island. Here, the marriage of the beautiful Medea with the brave Jason was consecrated.
Modern Corfu has turned into a world famous resort, loved by many tourists. Here everyone finds a vacation that meets his ideas about an ideal vacation.
Hotels in Corfu, as, indeed, throughout Greece, do not correspond to the generally accepted classification. Their level is indicated by letters. For example, the category De Luxe denotes three or four stars, A - three with a plus or four, B - average "three rubles", and C - respectively, the cheapest. At the same time, within one letter, prices for hotels in Corfu may vary significantly: it depends on the infrastructure.
Lido Corfu Sun 3 *
The hotel is located in the resort area of Benitses. Municipal beach is a hundred meters away. Lido Corfu Sun Hotel is surrounded by taverns, cafes and shops. The nearest airport is seven kilometers away, which is especially appreciated by those who come to Corfu with young children who can not tolerate the transfer.
Travel agencies position this three-star hotel as intended for a family relaxing holiday for a small amount. Although many come here for romance, because the surrounding nature fully contributes to this.
The hotel is built on a hill. It has a small green area. There is a private parking that does not need to be reserved in advance.
Infrastructure
The three-star Lido Corfu Sun Hotel has two buildings in three floors. It is small in size. At the entrance to the territory there is a bus stop.
The reception is open around the clock. Regardless of the check-in time, visitors who arrive at an off-hour hour are served very promptly, without making them wait. Here at the counter you can order a taxi, arrange a return transfer, rent a vehicle, including a motorcycle.
The main building has a tour desk, there is also a laundry room and a safe deposit box. You can order tours to the Shell Museum, to Achilleion or Mouse Island. Among the attractions - the ancient Church of Panagia Vlachernon.
rules
Pets must be discussed in advance. The hotel is non-smoking. Check-in time is from fourteen to twenty hours, and check-out is before noon. We accept credit cards. In addition, according to the rules, the amount of cash presented at the hotel should not exceed one thousand five hundred euros.
Housing stock
There are thirty-three rooms in the hotel buildings. In addition to the standard set of furniture: beds, nightstands, wardrobe - they have work desks and chairs. There is satellite TV, a telephone. Each room has a balcony or terrace with plastic furniture. Sitting in the fresh air, you can drink coffee and enjoy the sea panoramas.
The bathrooms in the rooms of Lido Corfu Sun Hotel 3 * are combined. Hygiene products are constantly updated. The rooms have ceramic tiles.
Nutrition
Lido Corfu San Hotel offers its guests a continental breakfast. It is served in the main restaurant as a buffet. The menu is European and Greek cuisine. You can have lunch and dinner on the menu, sitting at tables on the terrace, where it is pleasant to enjoy amazing sea sunsets with a glass of wonderful wine.
For those who do not want to eat on site, inexpensive taverns nearby are excellent. In addition, the Lido Corfu Sun Hotel has two bars - by the pool and lounge.
Beach
In order to be on the shores of the wonderful sea, hotel guests only need to cross the road. The beach, like everywhere else in Greece, is municipal. Sun beds, umbrellas, mattresses - everything is given out for free. The surface of the beach is sandy, so special shoes are not needed. Entering the water is very convenient, especially for children. On the shore you can rent a pedalo, a catamaran, jump with a parachute. There is also a bar.
Entertainment
Among the main attractions offered at Lido Corfu Sun, you can primarily name an excellent small pool, equipped for children as well. Around there are many sun loungers, located on which, in the shade of palm trees, you can watch how the kids frolic around the water.
There is no animation at the hotel, but this, according to many, is even good, since it does not interfere with enjoying the rest during the day. Near the hotel there are many attractions. For example, a few kilometers from Lido Corfu Sun 3 * is the ancient fortress of Gardiki. The construction dates from the thirteenth century.
Reviews
Judging by the impressions of Russians, many people liked this hotel. Particularly satisfied with the price, which compared to other hotels on the island is quite affordable. Lido Corfu Sun Hotel, reviews of which are mostly positive, relatively new. The rooms are tastefully decorated. They are always clean. Staff unobtrusively vacuuming rooms, changing towels and bedding. This is done for the most part in the mornings, when guests leave for breakfast.
As for nutrition, some complain about the monotonous dishes, but there are also opinions that the cuisine in the restaurant is excellent. Many tourists believe that the designation "three stars" (or category B) for this hotel is somewhat underestimated. With regard to the sea, everyone agrees: both the water and the sun on this part of the island are magnificent.
In addition, our compatriots staying at this hotel separately note the silence, which on vacation is sometimes simply necessary. The staff speaks five languages: Serbian, Croatian, English, Greek and Czech - but the receptionist has a girl who communicates with the Russians in their native language. Therefore, many, finding it difficult to explain, invite her.
Prices
A double room in a hotel with one double or two separate beds with the concept of a continental breakfast for seven days in the month of June can be booked for thirty nine and a half thousand rubles. The cost may vary depending on the season, occupancy and availability of a charter flight. Sometimes Russians manage to get last-minute tours almost half the price.
As for prices in restaurants, the average dinner per person costs in a cafe or tavern within twenty euros. Sightseeing tours to local attractions are from forty at. e. for an adult and two times cheaper for a child.