Amy Adejokun
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This beautiful modern hotel, composed of more than 80 rooms, is located at the end of the beach of Platys Gialos, in the south of Mykonos. It offers a superb view onto the Aegean Sea. Its luxury facilities and refined rooms are the main assets of the Petasos hotels' masterpiece.
Petasos Beach - © EASYVOYAGE
Petasos Beach - © EASYVOYAGE
Located at the west end of the Platys Gialos beach, just behind the Petinos Beach, the hotel enjoys a location a bit in retreat from the summer bustle of the seaside resort. The hotel is 2.5 miles away from the town of Mykonos and the airport.
All 129 rooms of the hotel are dispersed within several buildings of one floor, facing the sea. It is accessed through small paths looking like the pedestrian streets of the town of Mykonos. The rooms are spacious (nearly 269 square feet) and beautifully decorated in tones of blue and cream colour (modern tapestried chairs, tables made of wood and marble, etc.). They all overlook the sea, but it is a pity that the balcony of the bedrooms upstairs is not bigger. The rooms offer TV (international channels), air conditioning, ? mini-bar, ? hairdryer, radio (2 channels) and direct telephone line for international calls. The vast marble bathroom has a large bay window overlooking the sea. It is hard to resist a bubble bath with sea view... A transparent basin is gently placed on a light-coloured wooden furniture. Finally, a good point for the room service available 24/7.
The vast designer and elegantly decorated lobby in marble of the Petasos Beach sets the tone of this luxury hotel. The impressive circular chandelier in the centre of the large room diffuses a softened light. Several small lounge areas are installed around the reception area. This modern decoration is clear of any artifices. The light-coloured wooden furniture is composed of comfortable couches and tables made of glass and wicker. Besides the reception area, an indoor bar is installed in the TV lounge, with blue and white colours, typical of the Cyclades. Outdoors you will discover a vast seawater pool on two levels, accompanied by a jacuzzi. It is surrounded by deckchairs and sunshades that are made available to customers. Not far away, the hotel's outside bar also offers a modern setting with bright furniture and pink seats. Each table is decorated with bamboo. The Petasos Beach has a spa centre, which is very well equipped. Several massage rooms allow customers to enjoy different treatments: sophisticated massages and hydrotherapy on the programme! The indoor pool serves as a huge whirlpool, with a large jet shower.
The main restaurant of the hotel, the Odyssey, works buffet-style. The setting is very pleasant. The tables occupy the whole space of the room, the chairs are decorated with white tablecloths. Here, the ambience is elegant but relaxed. The entire restaurant is decorated in shades of beige and is lit by many chandeliers hung on the ceiling. The hall extends to the outside on a pleasant terrace protected by a pergola. It has a marvellous view of the bay. You can sample here Greek and European cuisine, rather varied (8 sorts of meat, 6 sorts of fish and a vegetarian course). Approximately 150 seats for a non-stop service from noon to midnight, and Greek nights on Friday evening.
Platys Gialos, this beach that is in the south of the island, is one of the most crowded spots during peak season. The place is known for its peaceful atmosphere, protected from the bustle of Mykonos downtown. As for comfort: deckchairs and sunshades. This beach does not belong to the hotel, but customers can benefit from the facilities.
Completed in 1990, the Petasos Beach belongs to a local group that notably runs the Petasos Bay and Petasos Town. This very comfortable hotel was renovated in 2006. It is mainly patronized by American, Australian and German couples. It also makes its quite comprehensive facilities available (a swimming pool, a gym, a spa centre, etc.) to the other hotels of the group.
massage, beauty salon, sauna, hammam, thalassotherapy, spa, Turkish bath, wellness
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tennis, water skiing, gym, jet ski, fitness, sports
The Kamari is a small hotel located near Platys Gialos beach. It is a comfortable hotel after several criteria: a beautiful garden, spacious rooms, especially friendly atmosphere and quiet. There are few hotels in Mykonos equipped with facilities for children, as is the case of Kamari. Here, the clientele is family, with services for the smallest. An oasis of peace and coolness in an environment still a little dry.
Close to the sea and a little apart from other hotels, the Lady Anna is undoubtedly a charming place in Platys Gialos, on the south coast of the island. For a seaside stay in family style, in a refined setting.
A small hotel, friendly and quiet, located behind the Petasos Beach (owned by the same owner and whose equipment are shared), a few miles from the beach of Platys Gialos.
With its comfortable rooms, a traditional restaurant of good quality and an access to the facilities of the Petinos Beach, this small hotel of intermediate category is a fine place to stay for family clientele.
A member of the select Relais & Châteaux club, the Myconian Ambassador comes with outstanding credentials, the reasons for which rapidly become apparent as you discover the hotel's facilities. The service is of high quality and the setting is magnificent... Its elevated location affords an unobstructed view of the Aegean sea, but unfortunately this means it's not next to the beach. Don't worry though, the one at Platis Gialos is just a few steps away... The establishment is ideal for couples, but families are offered the warmest of welcomes as well.
Located just a few steps from the beach of Platys Gialos, the Petinos Beach enjoys a nice setting. It is one of the most beautiful sandy beaches on the island and therefore one of the most popular (a French Riviera ambience in the summer with sunshades, and the bars or restaurants that have grown along the beach). The hotel offers comfortable and very spacious rooms. It is located a little off-centre of Mykonos, however being only 2.5 miles away. There are no facilities for children, but you could easily imagine family clientele coming here.
A Member of the hotel chain Starwood, the Santa Marina Resort and Villas has existed since 1986. Since its renovation in 2005, the hotel has enjoyed a facelift. The modern decoration in the common areas is evidence of this. In addition, there are few hotels in Mykonos with a space devoted to children, and the Santa Marina is one of them. Families are welcome! It is open during the summer season, namely from April to October.
Don't be fooled by the name: there is nothing palatial about the Mykonos Palace. That isn't to say that this is not a high quality establishment. The name just seems to be a bit of an overstatement... This small hotel enjoys a prime seaside location on the beach of Platys Galios. Hard to get any closer... The facilities are a little limited but the establishment has everything you need for a relaxing holiday without being totally lost in the wilderness.
A member of the select Relais & Châteaux club, the Myconian Ambassador comes with outstanding credentials, the reasons for which rapidly become apparent as you discover the hotel's facilities. The service is of high quality and the setting is magnificent... Its elevated location affords an unobstructed view of the Aegean sea, but unfortunately this means it's not next to the beach. Don't worry though, the one at Platis Gialos is just a few steps away... The establishment is ideal for couples, but families are offered the warmest of welcomes as well.
A Member of the hotel chain Starwood, the Santa Marina Resort and Villas has existed since 1986. Since its renovation in 2005, the hotel has enjoyed a facelift. The modern decoration in the common areas is evidence of this. In addition, there are few hotels in Mykonos with a space devoted to children, and the Santa Marina is one of them. Families are welcome! It is open during the summer season, namely from April to October.
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The Semeli is a mixture of tradition and modernity, so it is fitting that the stylish and harmonious way it is decorated should combine both the new and the old. Thanks to its architecture, which is typical of the Cyclades, the hotel is very charming. On top of this, it has quality facilities. Unlike most of the hotels on the island, this establishment is open all year round, so it is just as appealing for a summer break next to the swimming pool as a winter break to keep warm next to the fireplace in the lounge.
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