Corfu is an island where dreams come true. He is magnificent and multifaceted. To its shores the inveterate daredevils Jason and Odysseus visited. The powers that be were lining up to be the only rulers of this tiny piece of land.
Legacy
Locals are peaceful. They are sociable and friendly. Hospitable and generous. The centuries-old traditions are sacred and boldly look to the future. Corfu is a favorite vacation spot of European aristocrats. Today, he was chosen by tourists from Russia. The lion's share of the island’s beaches is marked with the “Blue Flag”.
In the eastern part, the coastline is covered with small pebbles. Sometimes there are sand strips. The sea in these parts is shallow and warm. In the north, stone is replaced by shell rock. The waters of the Adriatic in these parts are no less affectionate and peaceful.
The main attraction in Corfu is scuba diving. Dozens of diving schools offer their services to beginners and experienced athletes. The cost of the starting course is about 4,000 rubles, advanced - 20,000.
About hotel
Reviews on Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu) claim that the hotel is located in a tiny village called Moraitika. The center is only eight hundred meters on a flat asphalt road. The infrastructure of the complex includes a swimming pool with water attractions. There is also an orchard, under the canopy of which guests spend the sultry noon hours.
For customers open access to the Internet. The apartments include a kitchenette for self-catering. Reviews of Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu) confirm that the hotel has everything you need for a meal. A microwave, refrigerator, kitchenware and utensils are included. The bathroom has towels, cosmetics, shower.
Residents are given a set of bed linen. In addition to the private area, travelers can enjoy open terraces, equipment for barbecue and meat dishes on charcoal. There is a restaurant. Tables are served in the main hall, sometimes outside. Refreshing drinks, alcoholic cocktails and soft drinks are served at the bar.
Accommodations
In reviews of Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu), tourists say that the reception is occupied by guests. Customer registration starts at 14:00 and ends at 24:00. The recommended departure time is 12:00. The hotel accepts kids of any age. If a preschooler who is not yet six years old does not occupy a separate bed, then you do not need to pay for his stay.
Judging by the reviews of Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu), the provision of extra beds is not practiced. Pets welcome tourists. This point is discussed individually with the administration. If the hotel management gives a positive answer, then you will not have to pay for pets.
The cashier accepts cash and plastic cards of international systems Visa and MasterCard. In their reviews of Corfu Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu), Russians pay attention to the fact that the hotel exchange rate is unprofitable. It is better to exchange currency in a bank. The nearest credit institution is about ten minutes leisurely walk.
Number of rooms
The hotel has only 12 rooms. Family apartments are 40 square meters. Each room has a kitchenette. It has a stove with two hobs. An electric range hood hangs above it. In the closet there are dishes. A sink is installed next to which hot and cold water is supplied. The dining area is separated from the common space by an arch. Use of the air conditioner is carried out after making an additional payment.
In the living room there is a TV connected to satellite TV, a refrigerator. In the bathroom - shower, bath accessories, hygiene products. The room has access to a private terrace. It has plastic furniture. The bedroom has beds. The room is fenced off from the common area with a sliding door. The windows have colorful curtains. Upholstered furniture is made of natural wood and decorated with textiles.
Lighting is realized by a ceiling chandelier, a table lamp and a sconce. Maximum occupancy is 4 adults. Single stay possible. The maid comes once every two days. Bed linen is changed twice a week.
Service
In reviews of tourists about Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu) it is said that the hotel provides a cot. Entrance to the beach is free, but for the use of sunbeds, umbrellas, awnings will have to fork out. There is no transfer to the beach from the hotel. Tourists independently overcome two kilometers on foot. If you go in the early morning, the road does not take much time. In the afternoon, the sweltering heat makes itself felt. The path stretches for a long time and takes power.
The pool, which is indicated in the description of Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu), reviews of tourists confirm this, it is cleaned regularly. He works by the clock. In the evening, the backlight turns on. Service fully corresponds to the cost of living. Hotel rates range from 2,000 - 6,000 per person. The hotel is positioning itself as a mid-range establishment.
It has everything for a safe and comfortable stay. Nothing extra. For additional services you need to pay. For assistance in organizing excursions, celebrations and family holidays, it is necessary to contact the staff of the accommodation service. They will recommend yacht, car and motorbike rentals. If necessary, they will contact the insurance company and call a medical care team.
Leisure
If you believe the photos and reviews about Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu), then there is no animation in the hotel. Numerous nightclubs and bars of the island invite you to have fun. The hotel itself has music in the evenings and a restaurant. Chefs in it treat visitors with fish and vegetable dishes prepared according to a traditional recipe. Noisy and fun near the pool. Tickets for concerts and festivals that take place in Corfu can be purchased at the reception desk.
Near the complex there are taverns The Village, Zak's, Mamma's, Bella Vista. List of public objects that are concentrated nearby and indicated by travelers in reviews of Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu, Greece):
- Disco Cocktail Beach;
- bike rental;
- tour agency;
- Baroque beach bar.
To all of the above institutions no more than twenty minutes walk. You can walk on your own or take a taxi. Public transport runs during the day. Within a radius of five kilometers are large hotel complexes that can boast of rich entertainment programs:
- MarBella (3.5 km);
- Alkionis (1 km);
- Sandy Beach Resort (5.6 km);
- Albatross (1.3 km).
Transport accessibility
Reviews of the Flamingo Apartments 3 * hotel (Corfu) indicate that the most convenient and economical way to independently travel around the island is by bus. Taxi drivers often fool travelers by spinning the counter. And on intercity motor transport, the established tariffs apply. Flights depart from the station to Sidari, Agios Stefanos, to Kerasia beach, to Kerkyra, Dassia.
One of the landing platforms is located next to Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu), in the hotel reviews tourists share information on how to get to the bus stop. The cost of trips for short distances is 500 rubles, for long distances - 4,000. If you buy a ticket in advance in a special machine, it will cost 40 rubles cheaper. All prices in Greece are set in euros. The above rates are indicative only.
The resort has a local airport. It serves aircraft departing for Athens. The flight time is only one hour. The cost of such a trip is 1,400 rubles. Ferries by sea deliver tourists to the ports of Ancona, Bari and Brindisi.
Gastronomic features
Tourists from Flamingo Apartments 3 * (Corfu), the reviews about the apartments confirm this, highly appreciated the equipment of the kitchen corner. Due to the presence of the dining area, there were no problems with nutrition and cooking. To the farmer's market about fifteen minutes on foot. The store is located next to the residential building. Everything you need at your fingertips.
For those who do not want to cook, the doors of the hotel restaurant are open. He starts working after lunch and ends closer to midnight. In a chic room, tables are served. Sounds live music. Helpful waiters complete the holiday atmosphere.
The restaurant's menu has an abundance of fresh salads, fried meat, baked fish, sweets and pastries. The wine list contains local and imported drinks. All dishes are delicious and the portions are large. Eat early in the morning or closer to dinner at the bar, which is located in the lobby. Dozens of budget bistros are centered around the hotel. Usually they start working at 09:00 or 10:00 in the morning. Strong coffee is brewed in them. It serves cheese sandwiches.
Neighborhood
The lion's share of shopping centers is in Kerkyra. There are few of them in Moraitic itself. Shopping in Greece begins with a trip to the salons of leather and furs. They offer products from local factories. Traditional sandals are in great demand among visitors. Their cost does not exceed 2,000 rubles. They sell leather shoes everywhere.
Jewelry attracts admiring glances. The country has a huge selection of gold products with the addition of diamonds, sapphires, emeralds and rubies. They will have to go to a large city, but Greek cosmetics can be purchased without going far from the hotel. She is traded in ordinary supermarkets, drugstores, beauty salons.
For olive oil feel free to go to the market. In the summer season, it operates every day. Farmers hold whole tastings, competing in the quality of their products. For a bottle they will ask for three euros. Moraitika is the best place to choose souvenirs. In large resorts, these trinkets are much more expensive. Locals recommend a look at linen tablecloths and kitchen utensils made of wood.
Recommendations
In the middle of summer, it is better to choose the room located on the ground floor. It will not be so hot and stuffy. In rooms with windows facing the street, it is noisy. Car hooters, alarm sounds, fragments of phrases and conversations, laughter, music and singing are heard. On the second floor are excellent apartments. They have new furniture and fresh repairs.