Skiathos Palace Hotel

Poor
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : The location is the only reason this hotel must rate as a 4 star. The public areas have all been nicely renovated and modernized. The pool deck is stunning and the view is outstanding.
  : Not a 4 star hotel. The hotel was a total dissapointment. I booked based on the reviews and the rating and the experience did not meet expecations at all with the exception of the view. The hotel is extremely dated. (The lobby gives a false sense of updates). When we got into our room it was dirty- when I see hair that doesn't belong to me in various places it skeeves me out! The bathrooms also have mold on the ceiling and mildew on the caulking- likely due to the lack of air circulation. After two "cleanings" post check in before we settled and no difference to the cleanliness, we changed rooms. This room had an air conditioner that didn't work and unfortunately it also emitted a very unpleasant smell. We changed a third time and finally just settled in. The air worked better but still put off a smell and the bathroom still had some mold/mildew. In the morning breakfast was dissapointing and some mornings I couldn't find a clean bowl for my yogurt. The whole fruit that was part of the buffet was bruised and in some cases had mold. Honestly, I wish I could get my money back. Most of the other guests of the hotel appeared to be there through package vacations so I can't be sure but assume they paid much less for the hotel than we did. We also found it slightly frustrating that at the bar and Maratha beach (which is affiliated with the hotel) we were told we either had to pay cash or charge to the room. We paid way too much for what was supposed to be a an indulgent experience and it was highly dissapointing. The only positive is that most staff members we encountered were extremely friendly and polite. (Although we did have a difference in opinion on what clean meant!). I have no problem with dated (although at 4 stars it wouldn't be my expectation) but it should be clean with working air. Definitely not a 4 star rating.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Wonderful view of the sea and sky and distant mainland from around the huge sparkling blue swimming pool next to the bar and restaurant with lots of plants and shade.
  : No lifts for the elderly.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children

Pleasant
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : Its location, the pool and the private beach
  : Good at main restaurant and service were both average

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : Beautiful view from every location of the hotel. Close to many beautiful beaches. Pool area was great.
  : The breakfast is too repetitive for a 1 week stay. No changes at all. If you have any food or sweets in the room, the ants smell it from miles away and come to it. Had this problem in 2 rooms.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple

Poor
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : You should mention that there is no elevator in the hotel