Ionion Beach Resort

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay over the past 2 weeks, lovely staff, fantastic views from the balcony, made to feel very welcome, fab infinity pool next to Valtos beach, great location, near to the path which takes you up & over to Parga - will definitely be back Sue & John

What can I say! My wife and I have just had the most wonderful holiday at the hotel. The whole hotel is spotless , our room , a large family room , was first class ,the beds were top quality, so comfortable, the pillows were out of this world! The room was cleaned daily and the bathroom was immaculate. On our arrival at the hotel we were met by ‘Panos’ who manned the reception area ,he was so helpful to us during our stay ,giving us advice and arranging taxis for us. The breakfast buffet was comprehensive with something for every taste, Michelle, one of two young ladies manning the buffet area could not have been more helpful ,both young ladies were so helpful but Michelle was so friendly and looked after us so well. The hotel is virtually on the beach , a number of steps down to it but we managed them and we are nearly 80! The hotel is family owned and it was so much nicer staying there than some souless hotel chain. Previously I had read reviews of the hotel with negative reviews, I can honestly say that there is not one thing we were not happy with. I must add that my wife and have travelled the world and I can say that our stay at the hotel was so pleasant and we are going back in 2025! Eric Carpenter

Last year we stayed in the Voltos beach next door to this hotel & would have stayed there again this year but it wasn’t available hence we stayed here in the lonian beach hotel. This hotel must hold the record for the smallest showers in Greece & believe me I’ve holidayed in a good few in lots of different resorts. With the too short shower curtain constantly wrapped round me the task of a shower is to say laborious if I’m being kind. The hotel was obviously built in a hurry as the walls are paper thin & the constant music of that old song “ bedheads against my wall” is constant & usually until the early hours, so sleeping on the sun beds while sunbathing during the day is easy! The hotel is in a good place right on the beach with sun beds etc at 15eu a day (10 eu further down the beach) Breakfast is basic & a keep fit routine cos unless your early for breakfast to claim a seat at the right level as the food your sat on a different level & it’s up & down the steps. Other than that the beds are comfy & your overlooking the bay. The cleaning girls work hard & they keep the rooms spotless.

Overall I would recommend the Ionion Beach Resort. It is in a lovely position right across from the beach almost central in the Valtos beach area and handy for the walk into the old town. We feel it was probably in the best location in Parga. It is around a 10 minute walk via a steep uneven path and several steps up into the old town so I would recommend sensible footwear. Also the lights along the path were not always working so it is quite dark. There is a water taxi available from the beach just a few minutes’ walk away which runs continuously and frequently until 11 pm. There are local walks to the watermill and waterfall up a steep road but shaded here and there by trees. The walk takes around an hour each way and there is a little taverna near the top. The views are spectacular. There a a few small supermarkets nearby, one near the beach and one on a nearby campsite. The Ionion Beach Resort was extremely clean and well-kept with lovely flowers. The staff were extremely pleasant and friendly. Panos in reception was very helpful and pleasant and was there from morning until late in the evening every day. Our room 71 was on the bottom floor next to the reception at the end next to the steps leading down to the restaurant and pool. There is no lift to the 2 floors above so would recommend a room on this level. The room was of a good size, shower room to the left, kitchenette to the right and the rest was the bedroom with balcony overlooking the beach. There was a reasonably sized wardrobe with a three drawer chest of drawers within it and around 10 hangers. There were 2 bedside tables with drawer and ledge at the bottom. There was a dressing table with a drawer and stool underneath and mirror above. There was a unit to store suitcases. The room was very clean and was cleaned to a very good standard every day. Fresh towels and sheets were provided every day. The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable. There was air conditioning with remote control and digital wall TV. Patio doors with fly screen onto balcony. Balcony had a table and 2 chairs and a rail with around 8 pegs to hand out a small amount of washing. The view of the bay from the balcony was beautiful. It was nice and quiet at night with no disturbance. The kitchenette had a kettle, coffee maker, fridge with freezer compartment, 2 ring hob, stainless steel sink, 2 cups, 2 glasses, 2 wine glasses, 2 sets of cutlery, bottle opener, 2 cups, 2 saucers, 2 plates. All very useful. (scissors would be a useful provision) The shower room was tiny and the shower cubicle also. The shower curtain wrapped around you coming out of the shower. We found it really awkward and I would recommend the owners to extend the shower room into the bedroom as there was more than enough space to do that. It would be a massive improvement. On a positive note the water pressure good. Hot water does not come on until after 7 am. Plenty of lighting and good quality curtains. There were around 20 steps down to

Just perfect. The room was exceptionally clean, bed linen and towels changed daily. Kettle for the odd cuppa and the breakfasts had everything you could ask for and delicious. Every room had a wonderful sea view. The beds and piullows were very comfortable. Pretros on Reception was extremely helpful. The maid service was quite exceptional as the fridge was pulled out every day and cleaned behind. A truly memorable stay for all the right reasons, and added to that a superb restaurant downstairs with the same magnificent view. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.

Lovely hotel with all rooms facing a lovely sea. Rooms are very small! Restaurant well below average! And most important of all: There is no lift! Over 100 steps to climb from the beach under the 40 or so degrees to your room! A struggle! That is if you happen to have a room at the top floor... even the lower level rooms just deduct 10-15 steps..