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J EDWARDS
Macclesfield, United Kingdom

Perfect family holiday situated in the lovely town of Pefkos. The staff are so friendly

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 11 Sept 2024
We stayed at the Matina Pefkos Apart hotel for 11 nights in August, which we booked through Jet 2 on the half board package. 2 adults & 1 teenage lad. We stayed in room 812 which was a studio apartment and plenty big enough for the 3 of us.
There was a delay with our flights so we arrived pretty late. Thankfully we had paid a bit extra for the private transfer to the hotel which reduced the journey time by half . The ABC online shop is a great service, we arrived to a fully stocked fridge. As someone with coeliac disease it was amazing to find they offer a good selection of gluten free staple items & also lots of other great stuff as well to keep the whole family happy!
The First night we didn't sleep very well as there was an issue with the air-conditioning but after speaking to reception they sent someone out straight away to fix it & thankfully it worked really well from then on-wards.
The Matina apartments are situated minutes from Lee beach which has stunning clear water & is great for swimming. We hired a boat which cost 120 euros for 2 hours & sailed to Lindo’s, st Pauls bay & Navarone bay. We wished we had added on an extra hour so we could have spent a bit of time snorkelling at the caves in Lindo’s. On another day my husband & teenage son hired a jets ski's for 30 minutes at 75 euros for the 2 of them. If you don’t like to travel far on holiday there is plenty to do in Pefkos but if like us you like to explore then id highly recommend hiring a car which we did through a company called Marathon for 4 days. We drove right around the island visiting amongst other places, Rhodes old town, Lindo’s (& the Acropolis), Butterfly Valley & the furthest south tip where the Mediterranean sea meets the Aegean.
The food at the hotel is outstanding. Breakfast is buffet style & although only a small selection it is constantly being stocked up & in the evening we ate most nights at the Meltemi restaurant as the choice of Greek food that they offered was really good. They were so helpful with me needing a gluten free diet & as the food is cooked to order they can tweak some of the meals to make them suitable for people with dietary needs. We also had snacks at the people bar & the pool bar which were reasonably priced & a good choice.
In close proximity there are loads of restaurants & bars in walking distance so plenty of places to eat out as well or go for ice cream, waffles or a cocktail.
If you choose Pefkos in Rhodes as your destination I'd highly recommend the Metina apartments. Each & every member of the staff work really hard & they are so friendly & welcoming.
Date of stay: August 2024
Trip type: Travelled with family
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stefanos pallas, Ιδιοκτήτης at Matina Pefkos Aparthotel, responded to this review
Responded 21 Sept 2024
Hello,

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful and detailed review of your recent stay with us at Matina Pefkos Aparthotel. We’re delighted to hear that you and your family had the perfect holiday here in Pefkos!

It’s great to know that despite the late arrival due to flight delays, the private transfer and our ABC online shop helped you settle in comfortably — especially with the gluten-free options available for you. We’re glad the air-conditioning issue was swiftly resolved and that it didn't affect the rest of your stay.

We're thrilled that you enjoyed the location and made the most of the beautiful Lee Beach and surrounding areas. Hiring a boat to explore Lindos and St. Paul’s Bay sounds like a fantastic experience, and it's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed jet skiing and exploring the island. It’s such a pleasure when guests take the time to really see the beauty of Rhodes.

We’re especially proud that our food offerings exceeded your expectations, and that our team at Meltemi Restaurant could accommodate your dietary needs. Your compliments about our buffet and Greek dishes are truly appreciated, and we’re glad you also enjoyed the snacks at the pool bar.

It means the world to us that you found our staff to be friendly and hardworking. We strive to provide a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, and your kind words motivate us to continue doing just that.

We hope to welcome you and your family back again soon for another fantastic holiday!

Kind regards,

Stefanos Pallas
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Reviewed 9 September 2024 via mobile

Fantastic Hotel staff super friendly location spot on from hotel reception to beach 58 seconds, lovely pool view room spotless and we pre ordered drinks snacks from the on-site ABC supermarket so on arrival had cold beer pop milk waiting for us, hotel grounds are lovely and clean pools area likewise no issues with sun beds and we was there in
August , we were there self catering so we had breakfast most days in the people’s restaurant lovely food great choice great staff thank you Athrodite for making us so welcome from our 1st day to last ,the hotel restaurants from the Italian to the super rooftop one are fantastic great fresh food ,entertainment again very good lots of different shows on in both bars,Fantastic Hotel great location super staff Athrodite and George went there as guests came back as friends thank you

Date of stay: August 2024
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Reviewed 8 September 2024 via mobile

Been here a few times over the years and it keeps getting better and better.

Booked a 2 toilet / shower apartment with Jet 2 which had a bigger balcony than the 1 toilet one, and it over looked the pool. Very happy with this and worth the small amount extra to go from 1 toilet to the 2 (especially with 3 people in the apartment).

Went at the end of May and never had any problems in getting sun beds. Of the 2 big adult pools we went to the one opposite our apartment (see photos). Love this walk in pool as it is fairly big so plenty area to swim around in. The kids pool was good as well with lots of families using it

Our room was OK for 3 adults and was cleaned / sheets changed enough for us.

Went self catering and only had breakfast at the hotel. The cooked breakfast here was excellent. The in hotel mini shop was great and very handy for buying lots of things you would need when self catering.

Hotel is well located given it is only c40 yards from the beach and a very short walk to the start of the restaurants. Lee Beach Cafe Bar (c30 yards from hotel entrance) was great for lunch (went there a few times) with the best restaurant on our holiday being Artemis).

There is live entertainment on for some nights during the week which was good.

All the staff were hard working / polite with special mention to the bar staff and people serving breakfast.

Date of stay: May 2024
Trip type: Travelled with family
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stefanos pallas, Ιδιοκτήτης at Matina Pefkos Aparthotel, responded to this reviewResponded 9 September 2024

Hello,

Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and that the apartment with the larger balcony worked well for your group.

It’s great to hear you had a relaxing time by the pool and enjoyed the convenience of our location near the beach and restaurants. We will make sure to pass on your compliments to our staff, especially the bar and breakfast teams.

We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

Kind regards,

Stefanos Pallas

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Reviewed 31 August 2024 via mobile

Another FAB visit to Matina!! This was our 4th time visiting this lovely hotel. We just keep coming back for more. The first couple of times as a couple, the last couple of times with our little boy. This hotel ticks all the boxes, close to the beach, close to bars/restaurants, lovely pool areas, super clean spacious rooms, amazing staff. It is family friendly, we recommend to most people visiting Pefkos to stay here. The staff can not do enough for you and are so welcoming, especially the lovely People’s bar staff. The shop girls were lovely, welcoming my little boy in almost daily! (He loves the shop!) fully stocked. Amazing stay as always. We wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Pefkos 😊

Room tip: Blocks 8 & 9 overlook main pool
Date of stay: August 2024
Trip type: Travelled with family
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stefanos pallas, Ιδιοκτήτης at Matina Pefkos Aparthotel, responded to this reviewResponded 3 September 2024

Hello Ellie!

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review and for choosing to stay with us at Matina Hotel once again! It’s always a pleasure to welcome you and your family back, and we're thrilled to hear that each of your visits has been enjoyable.

It’s wonderful to know that our location, clean and spacious rooms, and friendly staff have consistently met your expectations. We’re especially glad to hear that your little boy loves visiting the shop - our staff will be delighted to know they’ve made such a positive impression!

Your kind words about our People’s bar staff and overall service truly warm our hearts. We always strive to make our guests feel at home, and it’s rewarding to hear that we’ve succeeded in doing so for your family.

We can’t wait to welcome you back for your fifth visit!

Kind regards,

Stefanos Pallas

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Reviewed 27 August 2024

We had an absolutely amazing holiday here beginning of August. Staff are all lovely and welcoming. Food was delicious. Shop next door is handy and we had a delivery for our arrival. Great location close to beach and to all other bars and restaurants in pefkos. My 5 year old loved the play area. Cleaners worked hard. Room was spotless and very comfortable!

Date of stay: August 2024
Trip type: Travelled with family
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stefanos pallas, Ιδιοκτήτης at Matina Pefkos Aparthotel, responded to this reviewResponded 29 August 2024

Hello,

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing holiday with us. It’s wonderful to know that our staff made you feel welcome and that you enjoyed the delicious food and convenient location.

We’re pleased that the nearby shop and delivery service added to your convenience, and it’s great to hear that your 5-year-old enjoyed the play area. Our team works diligently to ensure that the rooms are spotless and comfortable, so your kind words about their efforts are much appreciated.

Thank you for choosing us for your stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable holiday!

Kind regards,

Stefanos Pallas

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Reviewed 26 August 2024

This is my 2nd stay at Matina amd it did not disappoint. I travelled just me and my 5 year old son and we had the best week! The reception staff are brilliant, very friendly and welcoming.
We had a studio room which are very spacious. Very well equipped, also USB ports in the socket by the bed is a great addition, they also have a c-charger port too. Room was cleaned daily, fresh towels and bedding when we required them. The housekeeping do a great job. The complex as a whole is kept very clean and well maintained. The pools are great, always managed to get a sun lounger. We ate at all of the onsite restaurants and all food was great especially meltemi. We also used the new roof top restaurant (shout out to George who is amazing) the views are beautiful. I have to say the staff here really are amazing, they recognised us from last year and welcomed us back. They really make you feel at home and look after you. My son loves Leo and George (also the ladies but can’t remember their names) stergos and fil at Matina bar are lovely people, kris in meltemi is also very lovely, nothing is ever too much trouble for any of the staff here. So much so we have already booked to return in October and July next year. We can’t wait to be back

Room tip: The onsite supermarket is great, you can order online and they will put it away in your room ready for your arrival
Date of stay: August 2024
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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stefanos pallas, Ιδιοκτήτης at Matina Pefkos Aparthotel, responded to this reviewResponded 29 August 2024

Hello,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Matina! We're thrilled to hear that your second stay with us was just as enjoyable as the first. It’s fantastic to know that you and your son had a memorable week, and we’re delighted that our team made you feel so welcomed and at home.

We appreciate your kind words about our reception staff, housekeeping, and facilities. It's great to hear that you found your studio room spacious and well-equipped. Our housekeeping team will be pleased to hear that their hard work in maintaining cleanliness and comfort did not go unnoticed.

We’re glad you enjoyed our pools and the dining options at our onsite restaurants, particularly Meltemi and the new rooftop restaurant. George, Leo, Stergos, Filio, Kris, and the rest of our team will be so happy to hear that they helped make your stay even more enjoyable.

Thank you once again for your lovely review and for choosing Matina as your holiday destination! We are looking forward to welcoming you again soon.

Kind regards,

Stefanos Pallas

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