Apollo Palace

First thing was I couldn’t get in the front door of the hotel. It was 9.30pm but it felt cold to arrive to a locked door and nobody to greet you. They do say this is a 5 star hotel after all. After repeatedly pressing the button to get in without reply, a guest let me in with their keycard. Once I had overcome this, I was greeted by a very unfriendly receptionist who just gave you the impression she was in the wrong job. Anyway after overcoming some basic English problems I was eventually told to wait by reception and be taken to the restaurant as it was getting late. After waiting about five minutes I was escorted outside and through the rain to get to the restaurant. So I arrived at dinner wet and bothered. The general theme of non friendliness extended to the restaurant staff. No smiles, no hellos. Just very cold. The food was ok, certainly nowhere near 5 star standard. After getting back through the rain again to reception I was given my room key and told to wait again to be taken to my room. (All rooms are outside the main building). After been taken the wrong way, I was eventually taken to my room. When I opened the door there was already someone in there, thankfully they were just watching TV, though quite surprised to see me. After walking, yes, back through the rain to reception, I was given another room key by the grumpy women on reception without as so much as an apology. I eventually found my own way to my room. Tired, soaked through and ready for bed. At least a good nights sleep might make up for it. Well, I know us Brits like some decent bedding. You get no blankets, just a thin sheet to sleep under. I found it very uncomfortable. Didn’t sleep much but made all the better by knowing I was leaving in the morning. In my room there was a bath with a shower head positioned next to the tap, so if you wanted a proper shower, forget it. After fumbling around in the bath getting washed, I eagerly made my way to reception to plan my escape. After haggling over my bill which I had prepaid, I eventually convinced them to let me leave. The overall feeling in the hotel is just unpleasant. We’re currently in the middle of a pandemic unless of course you’re staying here. No Covid here, well you’d think with the lack of social distancing.

We stayed here for a week with a baby and found everything to be great. Overall the hotel is huge but you wouldn’t really know as it’s set out as low rise over a large complex. 3 pools - We stayed mostly at the one by the reception as it was near our room. Staff were very friendly and helpful Food was decent - we weren’t paying 5 star prices so didn’t expect 5 star food and the Greek food was actually really delicious and plentiful at all meals. Lots of choice - soups, fresh Greek salad (and others), lots of fresh fruit and tasty deserts. If you do like pizza, chips, pasta etc that is there but it’s definitely not going to be the best. So we stuck to the tasty Greek meats, potatoes and veg. Pool bar food was also decent with tasty giros, greek salad and cheese and ham toasties. Drinks were also fine on all inclusive - Decent enough wine. I’m no connoisseur but am a ‘taste’ snob and the white local wine was just fine, not the best, definitely not the worst, I didn’t try the red or rose though. Decent G&Ts, we passed on the weak sweet cocktails. Maids were sweet and room was cleaned halfway through stay (towels and sheets changed) and bins changed daily Masks not really worn in the hotel complex but some people were, everyone was social distancing and mostly outside. Grounds were well kept - lots of wasps when we went and got bitten a few times by mozzies but I always do wherever I go. My baby didn’t which I was delighted with. Good playground for kids, my only gripe would be not having steps into the baby pool so it was a bit tricky getting in and out with a wet baby. Enough and comfy sun loungers and umbrellas - if you’re out semi early did see people about 11 and having to search for a space but there are Lots of extra sunloungers stacked, you just wouldn’t have an umbrella. We went out a few time’s to the lovely beach - went as far down as we could away from the hotel for a quiet spot and would highly recommend Dionysos and To Meraki restaurants too on the beach for lunch and dinner Would very happily come back

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Apollo Palace. We booked a last minute week away after COVID restrictions were lifted and due to the cheap price paid we weren't too sure what to expect. Well we were very pleasantly surprised as the hotel was fab! Location is fantastic, would highly recommend requesting a sea view room upon arrival as these rooms were amazing, overlooking the Messonghi river and sea. Rooms were spacious and clean with required facilities, rooms cleaned once during middle of week stay due to COVID which was more than sufficient. Fresh bottled water delivered by cleaners daily to keep in fridge which was great as some reviews say this isn't offered. The best part of the rooms - the bed (so comfy!!!) and how dark the room was at night. We slept so well every single night, no noise kept us awake as you sometimes may experience at resorts. Ground of the hotel were truly beautiful, lots of greenery and plants and the style of the hotel blocks made us feel like we were in a little village as opposed to a large hotel. Food was the best we have experienced at an all inclusive of this level, buffet style but something for everyone, always with fresh salad and fruit on offer. The specials each night were also very enjoyable. Not 5 star food, however more than edible and great for the price. Couldn't fault the drinks, nicest cocktails we have had in an all inclusive resort as well. The bar staff at all bars and in the restaurant were just amazing! We really could not have asked for more accommodating, smiley staff who genuinely seemed like they enjoyed their jobs. 3 pools were great, our favourite being the adults only due to the quiet nature. Entertainment although pretty basic was absolutely hilarious and really did entertain us every night even if we were laughing at how bad it was. The whole resort was in stitches and getting involved so this was great. Overall a fantastic stay which made us fall in love with Corfu, we will be back!