Ariadne Beach - Adults Only

We are just back from the Ariadne Hotel after a 10 day break in what was there last full week open for the summer. Firstly some little details. The hotel is set back from the road with a nice pebbles beach directly opposite with a fabulous beach cafe with a really Greek feel. The walk into town is about 10 minutes and an easy walk. A taxi, that we took one night for a meal was €9 which hotel sorted. We didn't do any but be aware that a number of excursions can require you getting somewhere else first. Sandy beaches are about 10 mins away but we liked the pebbles beach. So for the hotel. Firstly, there number one selling point has to be the staff. From the reception, buggy drivers, chefs, maids, waiting staff all were first rate, totally. Check in was easy and having arrived after 10pm a meal and table had been set aside just for us. Be aware nearly all rooms require a walk up steps or a steep slope. Ours was around 50 steps, but the buggy drivers are always to hand but please note this if mobility is an issue. The pools were a little chilly but the surrounding area, poolside etc contained more than enough sunbeds etc and was kept spotlessly clean. We enjoyed the resteraunt but we agree the food could get a little samey after 10 days and options for vegans etc was quite limited. Paid for drinks at night were well priced and for us breakfast had plenty of options. We did not go for all inclusive as this would not have been worth it for us. A really nice touch was the last day. On our final night we missed the evening meal and eat out in a splendid restaurant in town. As a result we were given a voucher for lunch on our last day as we did not leave until 5pm. Lunch was much the same as the evening meals and plentiful. The rooms could perhaps do with a little brightening up, pictures on the wall etc and paying for the use of the safe is a little frustrating and the first time we have had to do this. This said the rooms were spotless cleaned each day and you are given a little card to place on the bed for when you want bedding changed. A nice balance between saving water and ensuring changed when you want. The Spa Massage was always available and although I did have one found it quite expensive. One little thing. First morning I found I had lost my wallet. The staff went above and beyond to help me, kept checking in if I found it and it was found and handed in that late afternoon by staff. It put my mind to rest. Honestly we would have no hesitation in returning here. Holiday was through Jet 2 whose staff were also exceptional.