The Admirals Apartments are good. We had a two bedroom apartment and there was enough space for us to all move around without bumping into each other. We had to pay for a further night (Sunday) as our flight was Monday morning and you have to vacate by noon on Sunday -unfortunately we couldn't keep the room we had and got moved to a smaller room that had 4 beds, which if we'd have been given for the whole week would have been too small and uncomfortable (but maybe it was just make shift for us for one night and is normally only a 2 bed apartment). Closet space for 4 of us was at a premium but we managed.

Obviously the rooms are self catering but I wouldn't have wanted to have tried to cook anything there as the kitchen area was a little cramped. The apartments were spotlessley clean and we had maid service every day and the bed clothes and towels were changed daily. The main pool area was well populated and you have to be out early for a sunbed - hey but the beach is only a short walk away and there's loads of sunbeds there.

People around you contribute to a good holiday and we found all at the Admirals quite friendly (staff and guests). We're not big fans of organised entertainment so did not sample too many evenings in the hotel bar, but from what we did see if you like a nice relaxed friendly atmosphere where adults and kids mix and quizzes, bingo, etc - then you'll love it.

 

So, forget the bad reports you may have read or heard elsewhere - the Admirals, Tsilivi and Zakynthos are great - only minor downside is the airport - v small - but they have built a new terminal next door that looks ready to open, not in 2 weeks as our rep told me, maybe 2 years!

I stayed in a hotel suite overlooking the sea and the views from the balcony were fantastic. I didn't get to see inside the bungalows but I hear they are good too.

 

The suites are spacious, clean and very comfortable.

 

Breakfast was interesting with a variety of offerings but based mostly on the continental style, breads, cheese, ham, omelets, cereal, yoghurt, etc - plenty to go at.

 

Whilst the hotel was full it wasn't too busy or noisey, just pleasant. Probably the most noise came from my two children, in particular my 4 year old daughter!

 

The hotel is up a hill which tests the thighs and cardio vascular system after a heavy meal and a few drinks in the village but it's easily manageable unless you are particularly infirm or unfit. If you are worried about getting up the hill after a skinfull - don't stay there, it's not for you.

 

I'd categorise this hotel at the higher end of the market - not a football shirt in sight!

 

Go to the AB Hotel if you like a bit more refinement on your holiday. If you like Karaoke, Bingo, Quiz Nights and A Full English Breakfast - don't!

 

For me this hotel deserves a 9 out of 10.