Marina Beach Apartments
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  We stayed at the Marina Bay Studios in August 2003. We were a group of 2 middle aged and one youngish woman and 2 children aged 11 and 8. On arrival it was as though we`ddied and gone to heaven, it was so beautiful and peaceful. It`s only fair to add though that some extra apartments were being built at the time, so can`t comment on how peaceful it is now. To say that it was August and extremely hot, we were surprised to find that we had the pool mostly to ourselves whenever we used it, but we did go out quite a lot. As people have said, it was a very steep and rough hike up to the main road, but we took a taxi whenever we went into Skala, as I`m not that agile. Trouble was, because of the state of the track, only one taxi firm, with 2 beat up Mercedes, would come down to Mounda, which gave them carte blanche to charge whatever they liked, they would also not take us all in 1 taxi journey, so 3 of us would go, then have to wait for the other 2 to be collected! The studios were very nice and clean, only gripe being not very well equipped for cooking, but we managed. And we couldn`t have been nearer to the beach if we`d tried. I`d love to go back again, as Kefalonia is like a special bitof Paradise | ||||||||||
| June Smalley (Monday, June 26, 2006) | 1 post by June Smalley | |
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| We stayed here in 2002 and loved it. We are going back in June this year and can,t wait to get there. Beautifully clean apartments, friendly staff and right on the beach. What more could you ask? | ||||||||||
| Lisa Barnes (Saturday, January 21, 2006) | View 3 posts by Lisa Barnes | |
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| We have just got back from a week at the Marina Bay apartments. We hired a car and had a week driving around the island. The location of the apartments means that it is essential to hire a car or motorbike while there. It is easy to do this from scala as well. Apartments are massive and bright and all have beautiful sea view. #They are vertually on the beach. Great for sunbathing but not ideal for families as very quiet. Buy your own snacks as very expensive at the beach bar. Dont buy an ice cream they are very expensive!!! We would stay again if we hired a car. | ||||||||||
| Andrea Atkins (Sunday, November 07, 2004) | 1 post by Andrea Atkins | |
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| Everyone I have ever met at Marina Beach has had nothing but praise for the location, the apartments and the staff. As I am about to visit for the 5th time, need I say more? | ||||||||||
| susan thurlow (Thursday, August 19, 2004) | View 2 posts by susan thurlow | |
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| As a couple just needing a totally relaxing holiday, this is excellent. Located right on the beach, the owners and staff are extremely friendly. Granted, unless you like walking, you need transport into Skala. Recommend a tour of the island (loved Fiskardo) although the wine tasting at 8am was a little too early! Try the local tour operators for a leisurely boat trip up the coast. We are returning in July for our 4th visit so it can't be too bad! | ||||||||||
| sue thurlow (Wednesday, June 23, 2004) | View 2 posts by sue thurlow | |
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| The first week at the appartments was O.K. However when we were moved during the second week of our holiday we noticed that there was a dog breeding farm 150m from Marina Beach Appartments On closer inspection we found there were 17 hound dogs - 14 bitches, 1 male and 2 puppies all emmaciated and dying from dehydration and lack of food. We reported this to the owner Marina - who did not give a damn, and also reported this to the tour operator who was unable to help. All the dogs had not beed fed for a long time and were just skin and bone. We reported our findings to the government vet in the capital, and he was going to act with the police later the next week. Before this could happen though alll the dogs were destroyed at 3am on the morning of our departure. This was the only thing that could be done as they would have all died anyway. We have since been in contact with the tour operator who will not accept that our holiday was ruined by a dog breeding farm on site at the Marina Beach Appartments. The local newspapers were most interested though as was the amimal welfare officer on the island. You have been warned! | ||||||||||
| Julian Wilson (Wednesday, January 07, 2004) | 1 post by Julian Wilson | |
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| The apartments are at the bottom of the dirt track leading down to the northern end of Kaminia beach. Location is excellent if you like it quiet, but transport is essential. The snack bar is extremely expensive and both the food and service poor. A long walk if you want to go to Katelios or Skala for food without transport. Overall we enjoyed it because of the quietness. Be prepared when you arrive for an interesting ride in ford fiestas with 4 passengers and luggage to get down there!! | ||||||||||
| Neil Robinson (Tuesday, September 30, 2003) | View 22 posts by Neil Robinson | |
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| If this is the Marina Bay Hotel, Mounda - We stayed here in June 2003, we were found the sea view from our balcony was lovely providing you were standing, as the balustrade was too high to see over when seated. The snack bar was very expensive (8 Euros for 2 ice creams)and 7 Euros a day per person for a sunbed on the beach of the apartments/hotel. Drinks and meals were pricey too. Although we enjoy walking, we found the hike up the track to the main road was hard work, especially when there's a local driving up it very fast kicking up lots of dust!This takes 15 minutes then it's a 30 minute walk along the main road into Skala. It was a shame about this place because it has the potential to be a really special place but we found that the owners where just out to make as much out of the tourists as possible. | ||||||||||
| Jackie Heaps (Tuesday, June 17, 2003) | 1 post by Jackie Heaps | |
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| we stayed here in june 2002 it is a beautiful location, the staff very friendly and a very low key atmosphere. As a couple it was paradise but families without cars weren't very happy as its 3km out of town. To me that made it all the more enjoyable being away from it all. The beach is gorgeous unspoilt and very quiet. I can recommend hiring a car for a few days as you can manage to see mst of the island in that time -its all amazing! | ||||||||||
| jane manjooran (Thursday, May 29, 2003) | 1 post by jane manjooran | |
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| I'm guessing this is the Marina Bay Beach Apartments at Mounda - which is about 3/4kms South of Skala. Okay - I stayed there in 2001 (I think they were a new build that year or the year before) and the reason I'm writing this review now is 'cos I'm doing a search for the apartments again - looking to return this year. The accomodation was excellent, the owners and staff were friendly, the location was 1st rate - if you are searching for a blissfully quiet, undisturbed holiday with 3kms of undiscovered golden beach in apartments which are off the beaten track. A car is seriously recommended as it is literally off a beaten track !!! However, taxis were easily come by and pretty much on time. The apartments are served by a small beach bar which doubles as a breakfast bar and cafe/snack bar. Modest entertainment is provided on some evenings but quiet background music is played every evening. The apartments are located directly on the beach and it really is great chill-out holiday destination. Thoroughly recommeded for the 'right type' of holiday maker. I'll let you know whether it's changed . . . | ||||||||||
| Brett Swain (Wednesday, April 23, 2003) | 1 post by Brett Swain | |
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