Matkat – Mamados

Overall, we enjoyed our stay, but there are two things I wish I had known before booking. First, avoid the restaurant directly outside the hotel entrance. They were extremely pushy and approached us as soon as we arrived, knowing travelers are tired and hungry after checking in. We decided to eat there and immediately regretted it. The prices were far higher than anywhere else nearby. They charged €12 for a beer, while restaurants literally next door were charging around €7, and another nearby was about €5. We also ordered a small salad that was about the size of a kid’s portion, and it cost €30. A gyro sandwich that typically costs around €7 elsewhere was €40 there. There are plenty of much better restaurants within a short walk, so don’t feel pressured to eat at the first place you see. Second, if you’re booking for a family or group, make sure you carefully check the room layout on the hotel’s website. We booked a room for four people (my wife, our two kids, and me), expecting a larger family room based on the photos. Instead, it was essentially a standard room with two large beds squeezed into it. The room was so cramped that the beds were almost touching, and we had to turn sideways just to walk between them. We couldn’t even fully open the balcony door because there wasn’t enough space. If you’re expecting a room that’s significantly larger than the standard rooms, double-check exactly what you’re reserving.

This was hands down our best stay during our trip. The staff alone is incredible and so helpful whether it’s transportation you need, restaurant ideas anything and everything. The pool is stunning, the location is convenient if you want the beach and can walk down or the bus stop is literally at their driveway into town and is super affordable to use and goes until late in the night. Exceptional place!!