Nautilus Bay

This is a very special hotel....and I should know...I spent most of my life working around the world spending 100 to 150 nights a year in hotels - mainly 4 or 5 star.....and visited 62 countries, living in 4. I also spent a total of 5 months as a beach bum on the Greek Islands in 1973 / 74.....which triggered my initial love of the Greek Islands which was to remain with me throughout my life. My 13th stay of 2+ weeks at Nautilus Bay since autumn 2014. Why do I return here each year ? Well..easy to explain:- Location...right by a beautiful sandy beach / bay (20 mtrs) for good swimming; tranquility - Kissamos has still not been developed as a major tourist hub; close by car to the famous west Cretan beaches; great staff; very clean room with an amazing panoramic view (rooms at front); a comfortable bed and a well-appointed room with good wi-fi and air-conditioning that functions well; good food - excellent breakfast selection...about 4 or 5 hot dishes - egg and bacon and Greek dishes - and all the cold cheeses, meats, yoghurt, fruit, cakes etc. in addition; a good selection of dishes are also offered for lunch and dinner at reasonable prices - Forteny is a great cook; pool kept clean by Tafik as is the beach; free sunbeds for guests; free parking. There are a selection of restaurants nearby....and a mini-market / supermarket. And not to forget the great owners and hosts George and Izabela. George also runs a sailing business offering daily tours to Balos on his 48 ft yacht...or the 46 ft one ! A big thank you to all the wonderful staff:- Vanna, Forteny, Eleni, Alessio, Fiore, Evangelina, Mira, Marina and Tafik for looking after me so well. Great service ! Never a problem travelling solo here.....so many interesting people to talk to....don't be afraid to strike up a chat ! I love people - one can learn a lot ! See you all next year....I miss not waking up now to that 180 panoramic view ! This hotel has everything I personally could possibly want ! I am a lucky man who found it in 2014 ! Enjoy your stay !