Lichnos Beach Hotel

"We have just returned from a week-long stay at this hotel. While there were some positives, unfortunately the negatives outweighed them. The location is undoubtedly the hotel's strongest feature. It overlooks a beautiful cove with breathtaking views and a truly picturesque setting. Our room was lovely – a Junior Suite with a sea view – and we were pleasantly surprised to be allocated one of the rooms with a hot tub on the terrace. However, our experience with the hotel management was disappointing. The manager was unhelpful and seemed unwilling to accommodate reasonable requests. As we were staying on a half-board basis, we asked on two occasions whether one of our evening meals could be exchanged for lunch. We were initially told that 24 hours' notice was required, which we duly provided, only to then be informed that it could not be arranged after all. The rules appeared unnecessarily rigid, with little flexibility shown towards guests. The buffet dinner was also disappointing. There was very little variety, with many of the same dishes being served each evening and a noticeable lack of vegetables. On one occasion, we returned from an excursion at 9:45pm and found staff already clearing away the buffet, despite being informed on arrival that dinner service continued until 10:30pm. There was hardly any choice for the children, please see photo attached, they lived on chicken nuggets all week. Breakfast was equally underwhelming, offering the same basic selection every day. Given the amount we paid for a half-board stay, we expected a much higher standard, greater variety, and better overall quality. The room amenities were lacking. Only two coffee pods were provided for the entire week and just one bottle of water for the duration of our stay. When we requested additional coffee pods, we were informed there would be a charge of €2 per pod, which seemed unreasonable considering the price of the holiday. The wine and drinks were also overpriced – around €40 for an average bottle of wine – whereas the local supermarket offered much better value. I would also advise guests to check their bills carefully. On several occasions, we were charged for items we had not ordered, and there were errors in the totals. Always review your bill before paying. The beds and pillows were extremely firm and uncomfortable. The sofa beds in the middle room, where our children slept, were particularly uncomfortable. When we requested additional bedding, we were provided with very stiff sheets that felt more like curtain material than bed linen. The pool area is pleasant, but families with young children should be aware that the pool is quite deep and children need to be supervised at all times. There was a lifeguard on duty, which was reassuring. It is also worth noting that the hotel is located at the bottom of a very steep hill, which may be challenging for some guests. However, the hotel does provide a shuttle service to take guests up to meet the transfer bus, which was appreciated. One of the highlights of our holiday was the boat trip to Paxos and Antipaxos, which was absolutely incredible. The scenery was breathtaking, the water was crystal clear, and visiting both islands was a memorable experience. We would highly recommend this excursion to anyone staying in the area, as it was one of the best parts of our holiday. Another highlight of our holiday was visiting Parga. The town is absolutely stunning, with its colourful waterfront, charming streets, excellent restaurants, and beautiful views across the bay. It has a lovely atmosphere both during the day and in the evening and was one of our favourite parts of the trip. Some members of staff were lovely, friendly, and helpful throughout our stay, while others were noticeably less welcoming and accommodating, leading to an inconsistent guest experience. Overall, although the hotel benefits from a stunning location, beautiful views, and some excellent staff members, it lacks the quality, service, flexibility, and attention to detail that we would expect from a five-star hotel. Given the price we paid, we left feeling disappointed and felt that the hotel did not live up to its rating or represent good value for money."

"What an enjoyable and relaxing place to stay. This hotel is exceptionally well run—spotlessly clean, with real attention to detail throughout. The rooms are spacious and well-equipped, and you can even request a kettle from reception. Sleep quality is excellent. The food is fresh, with a wide range of high‑quality options, including fresh orange juice and excellent coffee. Best of all is the staff: consistently friendly, welcoming, and genuinely helpful. The pool area was always tidy but was limited in terms of seating; however, given the access to the beach and the amazing sea, together with the loungers/sun beds available, this is not an issue. Towels are supplied for the pool and beach. Snacks and drinks were a little pricey, but there are bars next door in both directions. There is also a well-stocked supermarket less than 50m along the beach, which only accepts cash, no cards. Parga is a short boat ride (8 euros/cash) or a taxi (10 euro card). Note that the hotel is built on a hill and therefore people with mobility needs may need to think about this."

"We stayed at Lichnos Beach Hotel in mid-May as a family of 5 (me, my husband and our three kids aged 8-14) for a week and overall we really enjoyed it. The hotel is in a beautiful spot just outside Parga, right above Lichnos Beach. The location is perfect if you want peace and quiet but still close enough to drive or take the little boat into town. The room was honestly one of the best parts. We had a big family room with a huge balcony and the view was absolutely breathtaking, especially during sunset. Every evening we sat outside watching the sun go down over the sea – it was magical and the kids loved it too. The room itself was clean, spacious and comfortable with everything we needed. The stay was good and relaxing. The beach is lovely and the water was already warm enough for swimming in May. Parga itself is such a beautiful little town – we really enjoyed walking around the old streets, having ice cream by the harbour and doing a couple of boat trips. The food was okay – nothing amazing but perfectly acceptable for a hotel. Breakfast had a decent selection and the kids always found something they liked. We ate dinner there a few times and the menu was varied enough. The only things that left us a bit disappointed were the lack of any entertainment (even simple things like music in the evenings would have been nice) and the service in the restaurant. The staff there seemed quite uninterested and sometimes a bit unfriendly, which was a shame because the rest of the hotel was good. We were also a little sad not to see Mr. Dimitri this year – we met him on our previous visit and he was so warm and welcoming. It felt different without him around. All in all, we would still recommend Lichnos Beach Hotel, especially if you’re looking for a quiet family holiday with incredible views. The room and the setting made up for the small negatives. Thank you!"