We have just returned from a fantastic 14-night stay at Tsokas Hotel in Finikounda and can honestly say it is an absolute gem. The hotel is peaceful and quiet, surrounded by beautiful olive groves, lemon trees and fig trees. Waking up to the sound of cockerels and seeing goats being milked down the lane each morning gave it a wonderfully authentic Greek countryside feel. The location is perfect – just a flat 10-minute stroll into the centre of Finikounda, making it easy to enjoy the village, restaurants and beach while still being away from the hustle and bustle. The staff are outstanding – always happy, cheerful and incredibly helpful. Nothing is ever too much trouble. A massive shout-out to Stella, who was absolutely wonderful throughout our stay. The rooms are cleaned every day, bins emptied, towels replenished, and everywhere is kept spotless. It is clear the team take great pride in their property. Breakfast is simple but perfectly adequate and relaxed. There is a coffee machine serving espresso, cappuccino and other coffees, along with a selection of teas, fresh orange juice and water. Food includes bread, boiled and fried eggs, omelettes, chipolata sausages, fresh tomatoes, feta, olives, cheese and ham, watermelon, delicious Greek yogurt with honey, jams and marmalade, fresh oranges and mixed fruit. It may not be a huge buffet, but everything is fresh and exactly what you need to start the day. A great touch is the honesty fridge stocked with beers, wines, soft drinks, water and more, all priced the same as in the village. There isn’t a pool bar, but you simply help yourself or ask one of the team, who are always nearby. The pool is fantastic for a hotel of this size – large, spotlessly clean, with comfortable padded sunbeds, plenty of shade, a hot tub and shower facilities. Pool towels are also provided free of charge for the sun loungers – just ask at reception and the team will happily provide them. We stayed in Room 105 overlooking the pool. It was spacious and extremely well equipped, with a full-size fridge freezer, oven, kettle, sandwich toaster and everything needed if you wanted to prepare meals. The room also had a safe in the wardrobe, which was a useful addition for storing valuables. The bed was very comfortable, there was a sofa bed, smart TV, air conditioning, plenty of plug sockets and excellent storage space. The shower was great and there was always plenty of hot water. Tsokas Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the surrounding area. We visited both Methoni and Koroni, which are well worth a trip. Finikounda Taxis were also excellent for getting around if you don’t want to drive. Overall, this is one of the best places we have stayed in Greece. Friendly staff, immaculate facilities, a beautiful setting and a relaxed atmosphere make it somewhere we would highly recommend. We will definitely be returning.
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