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Eleni Studios
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(Apartments in Lourdas)
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10/10 |
Amanda Bruzon (June 08, 2010) |
Have just returned from my first stay at the Eleni and could not fault any aspect. The staff were absolutely wonderful - couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. Apartment was just what I wanted - roomy, clean and far and away the best I've stayed in in Lourdas. Only problem I encountered was having to leave to go back to work! |
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10/10 |
Denise & Rob Boulter (August 12, 2009) |
We visited the Eleni in July this is the 7th or 8th time we have stayed at the Eleni and as usual the standards of the rooms and cleanliness were extremely high. The towels and sheets were changed regularly and the lady who cleans the rooms and the pool area is very friendly. The views from all of the rooms are just breath taking and watching the sun go down from our balcony with a glass of wine s simply wonderful.
It was disappointing that the pool bar was not open however after last years losses and the way the holiday market is this year its understandable that its just not viable to open it. However it did'nt spoil our stay as we just kept cold drinks and ice creams in the fridge. The plus side was that most days we had the pool to ourselves. Kostas and his family care very much for people who visit the island and the appartment s and work very hard to give the best hospitality they can. We have brought several of our children and also our grandchild and each visit has been wonderful this one was as always FAB.
Kefalonia and Lourdas in particular is a wonderful retreat from the rat race anyone who wants a more robust nightlife should go to Benidorm !!!
Anyone who finds fault is simply hard to please.
If its your first time in Kefalonia you must visit the Andromeda Centre the food is second to none and the welcome from Kostas and Theresa is fantastic . Again you have the spectacular views while eating the fantastic food . Watch out for Kostas's wicked sense of humour though.
We will certainly be returning to stay at the Eleni !!!!
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10/10 |
ann dunwoody (August 12, 2009) |
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I have stayed many times at the Eleni over many years.
I visited the Eleni last month and although the pool bar is currently closed this did not make my holiday any less enjoyable. The same goes for a tv room, why do I want a tv room whilst I am on holiday on one of the most beautiful islands in the world.
The rooms are clean and the cleaner came to clean my room several times during my stay.
A holiday is what you make it.
I will definitely be visiting Kostas and his family again. They cannot do enough for you, you only have to ask.
Thanks Kostas. |
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1/10 |
Susan Scott (June 23, 2009) |
Just returned from spending a fortnight at Eleni Studios. I cannot understand how so many people have given them a good review. I only booked this as all reviews seemed excellent but I was disgusted at the lack of cleanliness, rudeness of the 1 and only member of staff I seen and the lack of on site facilities. A pool bar and TV room were all advertised but on arriving, they had nothing and clearly didn't care about guests. Would not recommend these apartments to anyone. |
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| | jackie kent (June 15, 2009) |
Hello everyone - new to this but could not resist adding my comments to those on Eleni Studios. We have visited 3 times now and absolutely love it, the first time we went with Kosmar but we have booked direct on subsequent journeys. Last year we flew with Easyjet into Athens, hired a car and drove about 2.5/3 hours to a port where we took a ferry over to Kefalonia (the road is pretty hellish and very twisty so make sure you allow plenty of time between flight landing and ferry departing!). All in all I got a weeks holiday for the 4 of us in August for just under £1000 - I have to say I was very smug about it! The flight and ferry times are difficult on the way back and we needed to stay in Athens for a night before, which I wouldn't recommend unless you can navigate your way around a one way system when all the signs are obviously in Greek! Next time we thought we might stay overnight in Corinth so we can take the kids to see the canal. We have children aged 6 and 10 and last year they found it such an adventure going on a Greek ferry - and it really is a beautiful way to arrive. If you're internet savvy all of it can be booked independantly and it becomes such a great adventure!
We love Eleni Studios and cannot wait to visit again - sadly we can't go this year but I'm already checking out Easyjet for when they load their flights for next Summer!
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 | Can U Help? | Barbara Lord (March 14, 2009) |
Can anyone tell me which tour operator Eleni Studios are with for 2009 season please? |
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10/10 |
Helen Williams (October 20, 2007) |
 Hi, Jen and I came back for our fourth visit to Lourdas in August. We absolutely love soming back and seeing Kostas and the family again. It really is like a home from home and it's great to see all those familiar faces again. Things have changed, with Kostas spending his evenings at his fantastic restaurant, 'Andromeda', and Elias and Theresa no longer behind the pool bar. However, it is still a excellent place to stay and your are always made so welcome. Jem and I did miss Elias and Theresa, but loved seeing Patrick and Alex. We can't wait to come back and visit next summer, for our girly holiday! This time, we hope to make it 2 weeks!!!! Yes definately, book direct if you can't get a room with Komsar. Even though the flights seem expensive, it all adds up to about the same anyway.
See you next year!!!!
Helen & Jen
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10/10 |
david bruce (July 09, 2007) |
| Couldn't stay at the Eleni this year as it is only available through Kosmar and all rooms were taken on the dates we wanted. However I visited Kostas at his new restaurant Andromeda which is excellent. The food is in a different class to the usual fare. Cannot fault the place and very reasonable too.
We spoke to Kostas about availability at the Eleni. He told me that his Kosmar allocation was sold out very quickly. Unfortuantely his other rooms are often empty as no other tour operator will take an option on them. He suggested flight only and book rooms direct with him via his webiste.
Try and make an effort to visit the restaurant at least once during your visit. The guy is making a real effort and deserves support. |
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10/10 |
june /stanley robinson (June 21, 2007) |
 : We have stayed at the Eleni twice but this year unfortuantely we were unable to get in the weeks we wanted., However things have changed a little there. Theresa has left and Kostas has opened his new restaurant. I am not sure if the pool bar is up and running properly as Kostas is having to find someone to manage it for him. He is still around though with his funny jokes and comments during the day. We visited him every night at his new restaurant which is only about 10 minutes from the Eleni. The restaurant is called 'Andromeda' Centre and is located on the small road leading off the main road at the corner of Spiros Taverna. Go there - it is absolutely beautiful, the food to die for and the view magnificant!!
He is still his wonderful self with lots to say and joke about!! Alex is busy looking after Patrick who is gorgeous and the spit of kostas! Greeting to all the friends we have made there - of course Kostas still insists on calling us Mr. & Mrs. Robinson!!! We wish him all the luck in the world with his restaurant - the other tavenas will have to 'up' their standards!!!We are from the UK not germany! |
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10/10 |
Fred Robson (April 13, 2007) |
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Hi Ann - I hope you and Ray are keeping well - it's a pity we will probably miss each other although we may bump into you at the airport - we are scheduled to leave about 1pm on the Sunday afternoon.
Both Susan and I are keeping well and are looking forward to the hols on 1 July - yes Simon is coming with us - he was 16 on Easter Monday and you would not recognise him now - he like last year will be sharing a room with his friend - last year we had room 11 and they had room 12 - Simon ended up serving behind the bar one evening whilst Ilias watched dvd's (Kostas knows about it).
The new restaurant will be open by the time we get there - it looks great with a beautiful 'view' over Lourdas beach - at least in the early evening. Have you seen Patrick ? if not e mail me if you have changed your e mail address - I'll send the photos anyway.
Take care
Best wishes
Fred
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| | Toya Richardson (February 18, 2007) |
I will be going to the Eleni Studios for 2 weeks in July with my husband and teenage son. It sounds like a lovely place, we are all realy looking forward to it. |
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| | lisa gallagher (February 15, 2007) |
hey fred, thanks alot for your advice it has helped alot i am now looking forward to this holiday
many thanks Lisa |
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10/10 |
Fred Robson (February 14, 2007) |
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Lisa
You may find Lourdata - the beach is called Lourdas - a little on the quiet side,however the people are very friendly and the views are really superb. Where are you staying - the Eleni is one of the really good places to stay as it has its own pool and food is available,also supermarkets are only a 10 minute walk away although you either have to climb the hill going (on the main road) or coming back (eg Maria's). The only downside to the Eleni is the trek to the beach - or rather the climb back up the hill from it - if you are a beach lover. Car hire is recommended - not just for the beach but to get around the island and see other really good places - monastery at St Gerassimos,Assos,Xi beach,Petani beach,Sami and Aghia Efimia, Skala,Mellisani Lake,Myrtos beach etc.In Lourdata - the main restaurants are up the hill towards Vlachata -m there are a few places to eat and Muses bar which serves food as well as drinks and has Sky TV if you need to watch sports,or just chill out in the evenings with the smell of Jasmine all around.
You will love it and you will return. |
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| | kevin danson (December 22, 2006) |
have read exelent reports for eleni studios we love greece and always search for family run studios we cant wait to visit eleni we are going in sept 2007
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| Fred Robson (December 08, 2006) |
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Unfortunately can't say anymore than what a fabulous place to stay,clean apartments,clean pool,lovely food,lovely people,spectacular views,good air conditioning and roll on 1 July 2007 for 2 glorious weeks here again. |
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