Eight immaculate suites with a small town pool
Essence Suites is the polished small-hotel choice in Argostoli. There are only eight rooms, so the staff can offer the sort of practical island advice and help with cars or excursions that gets lost in a larger operation. Rooms are spacious, contemporary and exceptionally well kept, with good beds, generous bathrooms and quality toiletries. The cooked-to-order breakfast is a highlight: guests select dishes rather than circling a buffet, which keeps it fresh and gives dietary needs proper attention. A seasonal outdoor pool, daytime snack menu and bookable treatments add welcome downtime, while the main square and lagoon promenade are about a ten-minute walk away.
The pool is much smaller than wide-angle photographs might suggest, with café tables rather than a broad sunbathing terrace. It is useful for a dip, not a resort day. Expedia says there is no onsite parking, and the hotel’s position between central Argostoli and Lassi still makes a hire car helpful for beaches and island trips. Open-plan bathroom arrangements may not suit every couple, and some booking platforms have described the property as adults-only despite reviews recording children, so families should confirm the current policy directly. Its 9.6 Expedia score across 20 reviews is compelling; choose it for personal service, breakfast and room quality rather than extensive facilities.
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Boutique suites, Cooked breakfast, Seasonal pool, Personal service, Near town centre, and Spa treatments
