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Tracey from Manchester travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
Kosmar
on a family holiday.
There were 4 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 09 2008 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness |  | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: The hotel was spotless and the staff worked very hard constantly cleaning in very hot conditions. The rooms were spacious - having 2 balconies was a luxury to chill out and read for some "me" time. The food was lovely and all the staff around the bar area including the bar staff (Demetrius and George made happy hour fun!!)and the waiting on staff were really nice. The pool area was fantastic. I cannot fault the hotel at all. The hotel is near the airport but it didn't spoil the holiday, if anything it was a little fascinating to watch them land and take off (there wasn't too many and it didn't happen enough to disturb sleep). 10/10 all round.
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karen from cheshire travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
thomas cook
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 2 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 06 2008 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness |  | | Location |  | | Staff | | | Food |  | |
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| said: The rooms were quite small, but cozy and had ample amenities. The rooms were cleaned daily as were the hotel grounds, however, the pools were not cleaned very well and thats why i rate a 3 .Hence 2 of our group caught the dredded tummy bug along with 11 other holiday makers the only common factor was the pool.
This did not spoil our holiday as the location was just perfect only 5 min walk to resort with a great choice for food and shopping.
I would recomend: Heavens kitchen and bon amechi.
The greek night is really good and we made some lovely friends here.
The staff are quite friendly, as long as you spend lots of money! air con is a must but only available in one room and only works whilst you are in the room it cost about 80 euros for 2 weeks.
The beach is a bit of a hike esp if its hot take a frozen water with you, but its worth your while. The turtle trip on the beach is great value and you are guarenteed to see a turtle.
This holiday is great for families my children are 10 and 13 and they both loved it, i would go back to this hotel outside peak season, beware in peak season it does attract a lot of groups of young people who party at lagana the new falaraki only 10 mins down road, so it can be a bit noisy till about 6.am but we were not fased by this. The hotel are not happy them selves at how many groups of young boys and girls tour opperators are sending and are trying to resolve this issue.
All in all a great holiday, great location, hotel basic but fine to rest your head, staff friendly enough. The staff in the nearby shops and pubs are just lovely and they truly made our holiday.
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jules from middlesbrough travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
panoroma
on a family holiday.
There were 1 adults and 3 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 05 2008 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: caretta beach hotel fanastic, pools lovely 5 of them!!always spotless 2 kids pools excellant right next to kids play area. apartments can be small but have everything you need. food good can be slow,must go to free pizza nights family of 4 recieve 2 large pizzas free. defo recommend this complex if you have small kids not much for older ones
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Steve from Birmingham travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
Going Places
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 1 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 10 2007 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: The hotel was very clean but we suffered a lot of flies in the rooms. The cooking utilities were adequate. The location is very close to the airport but there wasn't much noise from there at all. There is a small shop at the hotel which sold the basics.
We were a fifteen minute walk from the beach which wasnt fantastic but, when the sun shines, was ok.
The staff were all polite & friendly but as it was near the end of season I think they were looking forward to a break.
We went Thursday to Thursday. We had two "barbeque nights" & one "Greek night". Because we had bad weather whilst over there (thunderstorms virtually non-stop from sunday night to tuesday with torrential rain), there was not enough entertainment at all & spent a lot of time bored in our room.
I would not visit this hotel again because there is not enough to keep a 10 year old interested when there is bad weather unless you like sitting in the bar all day pumping money into arcade machines!
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Andy71 from Oxford travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
Kosmar
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 1 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 09 2007 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: Overall, very good accommodation. Impressed by modern, spacious apartment. Ours had separate bedroom and kitchen with microwave, kettle, hob, fridge. Good size balcony.
Very good facilities; pool area had 3 separate pools with plenty of loungers and lots of inflatables for everyone's use.
Aircraft noise not really an issue; there's only 1 or 2 planes an hour landing or taking off, so don't let it put you off.
Tons of bars/restaurants within a 5 min walk.
2 BAD POINTS:
1. We were put in A block which is totally unsuitable for a young family (we had an 11 month old baby), due to late night music/noise from the bar. Kosmar rep was useless at sorting out the problem.
2. The BBQ had average food and really rubbish wine, plus the whole family had a stomach upset for days afterwards. Avoid BBQ night like the plague!! There's much better food to be had in Kalamaki's many restaurants.
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chris and ian from sheffield travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
kosmar
on a couples holiday.
There were 2 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 09 2007 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: stayed in a studio for 3 but as there were only two of us we had ample room. had a microwave, kettle, toaster and a hob, only used the kettle as we ate out all the time. we had a bigger than average balcony overlooking the quiet pool over the top of the bar but never had any noise. Around the pool areas are plenty of sunbeds and parasols so you don,t have to get up early to put your towels out. the supermarket is well stocked and the same price as anywhere else. Did not need to use the air conditioning, just had the patio door open and the sliding mosquito door closed. The rooms were cleaned everyday with clean towels, and the linen was changed three times while we were there for the week. The staff were absolutly fantastic, they could not do enough for you. The bar staff were very entertaining ,especially george.In the bar there are plenty of wide screen televisions and the staff will put on any programme that you wish to see. Do not worry about aircraft noise as they are few and far between and they do not make that much noise. On departure from the hotel all the staff came out to see us off and gave us a plaque to take home with us.
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clare from durham travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
kosmar
on a family holiday.
There were 4 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 06 2007 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: I visited caretta beach hotel from 17 june - 1 july.
Cannot rate the hotel highly enough, had a fantastic holiday! Hotel very clean with 5 pools. Two quiet chill out pools, 1 lively pool, 1 kids pool and 1 games pool, also a jacuzzi for adults only.
Hotel has happy hour every day from 4 - 6 where you get bogof on all drinks and they have a great cocktail list!
There is loads of sunbeds so no need to get up early to reserve your bed, and loads of parasols too.
There is 2 bars, one at quiet pool and one at the lively pool, personally we preferred the quiet pool and used the happy hour most nights.
Recommend the sex on the beach cocktail and the harvey wallbanger!
The resort itself has something for everyone and hotel is just around the corner from the main strip.
Turn right at dias hotel and youre on the main street where you will find so many great restaurants that you couldnt possibly get through them all and theres also a good range of bars.
Personal favourite being the 'venue' where there is an entertainer on every night called shay who is just so hilarious!My 17 yr old son thought he was great(bighorn). This was shays nickname for my son!
Real name Kinghorn.
Restaurants (personal favourites)
Michaelos (authentic greek restaurant)
Olive tree
Hera
Parthenon
Jumana indian (smaller than the other indian/chinese
rests but excellent food and service)
Did not like kalamaki beach much so walked into laganas most days along the beach which takes about 30 mins and really loved this beach, cleaner than kalamaki and found a lovely beach front restaurant called the horizon where we hired our sunbeds for 5 euro for 2 for the day and had our lunch and drinks there all day and were looked after by yiannis.
We would then get a taxi back to hotel about 4 o,clock for happy hour and spend last couple of hours chilling at quiet pool with a couple of cocktails!
Taxi back from laganas 7 euro.
Laganas is lovely during the day but would not recommend at night as kalamaki is a much nicer resort with great restaurants!
Seen quite a few turtles whilst swimming in sea at laganas in water about chest deep and then done turtle island trip from laganas beach and seen loads more turtles. Turtle island trip highly recommended from laganas. 15 europp. Guaranteed to see turtles, then onto blue caves at the back of island and then spend an hour on turtle island beach which is pure paradise, looks like the caribbean! total trip about 2 1/2 hours. Well worth it!
Also well worth visiting is cameo island.
Walk to the end of laganas beach and then over a small indiana jones style bridge onto cameo island which costs 2.50 euro pp and you get a free drink from one of 2 bars that are on the island. Beautiful island with great views and water like the caribbean with large sails blowing overhead and speakers around the island playing ibiza chilled out music. Pure heaven!
Very chilling little place.
All in all a great holiday that has something to offer everyone and will return 1 day soon!
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Gareth stenner from bridgend travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
my travel
on a friends holiday.
There were 6 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 05 2007 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: This is our seventh year at this hotel and every year it gets better! the hotel has been extended out of season and now has 5 pools (ideal for toddlers)a larger bar area also a laundry.
The free pizza night and the barbecue/Greek night is fantastic. The rooms are spotless and the staff very friendly.
Would highly recommend this hotel to anyone with children.
There is a new childrens play area and paddling pool. The food from the bar is delicious and fresh. Plus happy hour 4-6 every day.
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Tony from Hull travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
Airtours
on a couples holiday.
There were 2 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 09 2006 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: A quiet location away from the main street, but 15mins from the beach. So close to the airport that you can see the planes take off, but they only start about 7 a.m.
Room very clean but cooking facilities basic - but we ate out anyway. We had a 1 bed apartment - there were 2 other beds (one pulled out from under the other, but with no privacy or storage - not suitable for adults.
Not hot enough to need air con - but very expensive if you do - you will need it in July or August, especially if you close the windows to cut out the noise. Mozzie nets at the french doors - but they still get in!
Downside was the noise from the bar, which echoed around the pool until after 1 a.m. If you have children or want a good night's sleep, avoid blocks A and B and the nearest part of D. Other blocks are round a quieter pool and are fine. We were moved after complaining about the late night noise, but only in our second week. Would only go again if could be guaranteed a quiter room.
A handy mini-market in the hotel, with good fresh bread - but some things are not priced, and can turn out expensive.
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kieran ronan from cork travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
panorama
on a couples holiday.
There were 2 adults and 2 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 06 2006 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: Caretta Beach - Kalamaki
Operator and Date: panorama
The Caretta Beach is a very well run hotel under the supervision of Linda the manager. The rooms are cleaned almost every day and any problems with ant’s eth.were dealt with almost immediately. Wonderful family run hotel for familys.
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Colin Grove from Plymouth travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
Kosmar
on a couples holiday.
There were 2 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 05 2006 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: Just got back from a wonderful 2 weeks stay here at the Caretta Beach. From the moment we arrived on 14th May, until we left on 28th May, we had exceptional service. On arrival we were greeted by the lovely manageress Saria, who explained everything about all the facilities within the Caretta.
We were personally shown to our room by a member of staff. The room was very clean and tidy, with a terrace overlooking the small pool. Room were kept very clean by the maid service.
After briefly unpacking, we headed for the main pool. The main pool was large enough, warm and very clean, as is the smaller but quieter pool. Sunloungers are a plenty in both pool areas.
The BBQ and PIZZA evenings are highly recommended, great value, excellent food and service.
The two Bars/Snack bars were well stocked. Mythos at 2 euros a bottle, 2 for 1 at Happy Hour, as is all alcoholic drinks.
The Mini – Market was also well stocked and very handy!
The team at Caretta made us very welcome. The friendly and very efficient staff were exceptional and made our holiday. Nothing was too much trouble!! We are coming back next May for another 2 weeks.
Our special thanks to the lovely Manageress Saria, all the staff that work there, from the cleaners to the Bar Staff, especially George and Mr Bar Man “Can I Help You” – you were ALL great and made our holiday.
Well Done to you all – Many Thanks and see you next year!!
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Louise Wright from Liverpool travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
Kosmar
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 1 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 05 2006 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: Booked through Kosmar in May 05 and although we didn't book these apartments they were lovely.
Staff were really helpful, the manageress would go out of her way to help and Mimika in the pool bar was lovely, excellent snacks served.
Initially given a studio which is ample for a couple but not for family, moved on day 2 to a two bedroom duplex apartment, very spacious cleaned daily, towel change not so frequent.
Downside is location to beach, fine if you don't have pushchair, bucket/spade etc, etc that you have to carry around with a 4 year old, hence didn't visit the gorgeous beach as often as would have liked.
Would definitely recommend.
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Alison Kennedy from Newcastle travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
manos
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 3 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 10 2005 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: What can I say but WOW!!! having been to Greece and Turkey several times over the years, the Carretta in all areas beat all other accommodation hands down!!
We stayed in block D in a maisonette. The carretta is perfect for families and couples. 2 spacious Bedrooms and a small separate alcove with one single bed which would convert to 2 beds. wardrobes, bedside cabinets and chairs all in brand new condition and the mattresses were spotlessly clean.
Maid service daily to empty bins and sweep through, linen and Towels were every 3 days and 2 if we had been to beach, slip mat provided for bathroom floor, modern bathroom.
Kitchenette could do with a bit more bench space as it was hard to do brekkies/snacks for 5, but the cooking rings had excellent power the fridge with small freezer was immaculate as were the units and pans! also a kettle and toaster were supplied,
Two huge balconies both with table wrought iron table and chairs and plenty of good lighting, I cannot speak highly enough of this accommodation and highly recommend it!
Pools :- the main pool area had a large pool with shallow end, a separate splash pool for adults only and a kidney shaped mini pool for toddlers and babies which was excellent! Then there was the quiet pool which also had a very shallow end and tended to be more used by couples and older quiet children, Both pools had umpteen loungers and brollies, like I have never seen before and both had bars which also did snacks!
The grounds are kept immaculate and have flowers, palms and olive trees, through a small gate next to the large pool, there is a five aside grassed football pitch with goals and also a volley ball/badminton net. loads of balls, bats and balls, lilos, buckets, floaters for the kids.
Hotel serves tasty snacks- we didn't have a bad meal and there is a supermarket on sight, which was a bit more expensive than the local ones but was great if you had run out and needed something in a hurry, fresh bread delivered daily and daily papers every lunchtime.
TV's all over showing films on certain days for kids and footy for sports fans, all areas really clean.
Staff, were exceptionally friendly and would go out of their way to help you.
We went to 2 quiz/pizza nights and they were excellent, free pizza for all, you just paid for any chips or salad which was reasonably priced anyway, great prizes on the quiz nights and also raffles and guess the name of the turtle.
A special thanks to Seria the manageress and also to Tony the Airtours rep who was excellent and always seen to be playing with kids, talking to holiday makers and having fun with everyone, for once a real credit to Airtours!
If your going to Kalamaki, I really recommend here, you wont be disappointed!!
The only downside- a good 15/20 mins walk to the beach, ok for adults but a major operation with kids (unless you have a buggy) esp when its hot, and you have all the towels,lilos, cool bags, buckets etc.
Also there is a very good take away van as you reach the beach which also serves superb sandwiches/fries and slushes!
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may o sullivan from cork travelled to Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments with
panorama
on a family holiday.
There were 5 adults and 1 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 08 2005 |
rated the Caratta Beach Hotel and Apartments as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: Catetta Beach, it is a family friendly run hotel, all the staff give great service and the new manager Serina, is there to chat and take on board any ideas or a problem you may have,she is an ex manager.
The owners and family are lovely and wll help you in anyway they can if needed.The rep Tony is bril,best rep ever,clean hotel,great staff only too willing to help and entertain you,esp the barmen,Tassos,Speros x two,a great laugh.
The girls who look after the rooms do a great job and look after you well,daily room clean. Lovely bar looking out onto the pool,lots of sunbeds and the happy hour at 4pm is very popular. Over all a great hotel and a fantastic holiday. Been the past 3yrs and loved it. Will be back.
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