Areti Apartments Reviews

This was our second visit to Skiathos, having previously stayed at La Luna Apts and we were not disappointed. The rooms were basic but very clean, the maid who was from Bulgaria was very nice indeed. Our children - 3 girls aged, 16, 11 and 8 - loved the pool, it was cleaned every evening. The hill that everyone seems to talk about is nothing - believe me - that little bit of exercise will do you good. The Areti Apts are ideal for a lovely quiet relaxing holiday. I would recommend the use of a hire car - if you can get one that is. We love Skiathos. It has beautiful beaches, not crowded. Lovely places to eat, Nectar and Ambrosia, Paradosi and Dino's restaurant in Skiathos Town to name a few. Can't wait to go back again to this beautiful little island in the Aegean Sea.

Well we are back from Skiathos, not only our first holiday to Skiathos, but our 1st abroad! In one word - FANTASTIC! We went with First Choice, and everything ran like a dream. Booking on line, getting the tickets, the flight, the rep - just everything ran so smoothly. Arriving near Troulos to Areti Aparments, we were greated by a steep bumpy hill to walk up - not for those who like a stroll! But wow the views we amazing. From our balcony sea views all around, not just a distant view but miles of ocean. The apartment was very spacious and we were very impressed at how clean it was. Towels and sheets were changed everyday, and the pool was cleaned also. Alex at the bar was lovely, and made us feel very welcome. The Rep organised a jeep for us from a text message, and it turned up as arranged. Can't fault this holiday in any way. Well apart from the fact we did not want to come back. Our youngest daughter can now swim properly, and our eldest and hubby are hooked on snorkelling.

If you have not been to Skiathos - its a must. Make sure you hire a car for a couple of days to see the quieter beaches and views- def worth doing. Some roads are a bit scary but we were snapping with the camera at every turn.

Enjoy

Lovely resort, Danielle and her husband very friendly and helpful will do any thing to help, Wasps a bit of a problem my daughter aged 18 mths got stung twice around the pool. View is breathtaking from the rooms and pool but the steep steep hill to the apartment a bit of a killer with two buggys full of water food and wine !!

Rooms basic but v clean you will need air conditioning in August as very hot,we had room 21 next to the maids cupboard and was not dark or noisy. Had a car for 3 days and explored the island had been once before and loved it.

BEACHES, Mandraki relaxed and away from it all,Ketchra beach absolutely idillic bit of a drive but well worth it, only one taverna but did the best greek salad on the island. Koukanaries beach lovely and even in August did not feel too busy. A Must is Banana beach at sunset sooooo cool and both of our girls loved it.

RESTUARANTS The Village at Koukanaries went 3 times lovely stifado and does a good pizza too.Do not go to Georges in Koukanaries when I heard the microwave BING was put off, food average sevice less than average.If in Skiathos Town amble down the side roads and find a simple looking taverna and you will be impressed.
Tempted to go back again this year but will be trying another Island to satisfy our curiosity.

All in all if you want a chilled out time with real Greek tradition and food then you will love Skiathos.

We had a great time in skiathos,first time there and will we be going back,Areti was a lovely place to stay breath taking views ours were overlooking the sea waking up to the view every morning was refreashing.It is a hilly place but theres buses and taxis very cheap so that wasnt a problem.The beaches was fantastic very clean and a clear turquoise sea with fishes that swim round you.we do miss it we really didnt want to come home it was one of our best holidays.Areti studios were very clean maid came in everyday to empty bins and mop floor made beds for you clean linen and towels every other day.Danellia was very nice,talkative,always smiling,my little boy took to her.Pool always cleaned plenty of sunbeds,views from the top fantastic.Plenty of restaurants all lovely.

Overall fantastic time we recommend it.

On arrival at the Areti, we were initially quite concerned. The Areti apartments are actually located in between two resorts at the top of a hill, followed by another steep hill and lots of steps to climb!!

On arrival at our apartment we realised that these are typically basic, as you would expect from Greece. The shower was hand held, with no shower curtain.

As soon as we stepped out onto our balcony, we realised that the amazing view was well worth it. The rooms all had a sea view and the view from the pool area was equally impressive.

The apartments and pool area were spotless and clean. Daniella and Zoran at the pool bar were very friendly and welcoming and nothing was too much trouble.

The pool area was always quiet during the day with plenty of sunbeds - no one reserving them with towels which was nice.

We originally planned to hire a car, but we didn't bother because the local bus service was so cheap and reliable that we felt no need for a car.

The buses were every 20 minutes and picked you up right outside the apartments. You can get from one side of the coast to another for just 1 Euro 40 cents (£1).

We would recommend Skiathos Town for shopping and a meal by the harbour. The town is well worth a visit at night.

Take the bus to stop 26 for a visit to Koukounaries beach.

We spent the majority of days on Aghia Paraskevi beach at bus stop 16 - within walking distance and quieter.

All the Tavernas were good - we didn't have a bad meal. Paradosi, Appoloosa and Agelika in Troulos were good.

Skiathos is a beautiful island and is traditional, unspoilt Greece at it's best.

We would definately return and recommend to others.