Hotel terbaik di Agios Aimilianos

We booked a 930pm table for 4 at the “pop up”Dolce Vita” and arrived 10 minutes early. We were seated initially at a 4 top inside with no view and were quickly moved to a larger 8 top. We ordered a variety of drinks, appetizers and entrees - so far so good; most were decent, drinks were ok if not exactly what was ordered. Mains came out staggered and a Medium Rare Rib Eye came out almost beyond well done. The plate was returned and the waiter responded that “if it is wrong we will bring a new one.” This somewhat marked the beginning of the end. A proper medium rare Rib Eye was delivered 15 minutes later though the others had largely finished. At 1100 the plates were partially cleared, most without incident and at 1110 we asked our server, busy removing the monogrammed “Dolce Vita” director’s chairs upper supports, to order desert. The astonishing reply was that the kitchen had closed, despite the restaurant being populated by at a minimum 24 other diners! No one (not the reservations agent who took a 930 rez., not the host who seated us nor any staff during our meal) had indicated that this kitchen would close at 1100pm, in Greece, on Saturday night! Furthermore on offer were only 3 items: Tiramisu, Gelatos and fresh fruit - nothing requiring more than a spoon and a plate! Several staff were visible in the kitchen area and our server left to confer with them, returning promptly to apologize that the kitchen was closed. We asked for the check, paid and left. While the staff were young and inexperienced the true fault lies with management. Inexcusable lapses in training, a comically gimmicky “pop up” restaurant concept, and an unadvertised closing time (before most Greeks have even gone out for dinner)! Nikki Beach has folded several restaurants at this property over the years - perhaps they should fold their entire operation!

The hotel is situated a few minutes walk from the ferry and on a beautiful square with full view of the sea. We had a luxury suite facing the sea which as mentioned could be a little noisy for a few hours into the early evening but it only added to the atmosphere of a very small island that is occupied by big families. Our room was large , well appointed with very nice amenities. The lounge was often busy but quiet during the day. The breakfast included was overseen by the beautiful smiling Serena who also doubles as a concierge and had our taste in restaurants well worked out. The breakfast was beautifully set out by efficient Vicky( I hope this is correct) who loved to help me make choices and whisked away anything that didn't look perfect. All the staff in the buffet area were excellent. We ate in this area one evening over looking the sea and it was very nice. There is a pool in the courtyard which looked very pleasant but as it was very hot we preferred the beaches. We didn't try the spa or bar area but guests that we spoke to highly recommended the spa. The concierge Zoe as mentioned in many reviews was very knowledgable and super efficient at booking our daily trips and helping us make decisions as to how we should spend our 4 days in Spetses. She booked our sunbeds at the Paradise Beach resort which I was hesitant to go to at first as I love quiet calm beach areas but it was perfect and we were lucky enough to have a wonderful young man look after us for the few days we spent on this beautiful, peaceful beach. We enjoyed a light lunch both on the beach and in the open air relaxed restaurant. It is a very well run, efficient and friendly beach club. We also visited the Agio Marina beach which was also very relaxing with beautiful water and great food. The hotel is very close to the little town which is best seen after dark as it was super hot during the day and there were many lovely shops hidden in little alleys. I loved Tsiziki which was one of my favourite for well priced gifts. The shops near the hotel are very over priced. We ate twice at Patralis(book sea view table in advance) and mostly at little Gyros places like Cockatoo. Serena and Zoe know the best places to eat. The tiny ice cream shop nearest the horse and carriage area makes excellent soft serve in cones which you can enjoy after dinner and watch people go by. As there are very few Taxis in Spetses , I would recommend booking transport in advance.