Marina Hotel

(Hotels in Arillas)

10/10

I must say, I've been going to corfu with my family since I was 7 or 8, we have always stayed at the Marina Apartments, and I have never witnessed any behaviour to suggest that Vasilios is at all a violent man. He, and his family, have always been charming to us and other guests, no matter who they are. Anyone slandering this brilliant hotel is obviously a complete moron who doesn't deserve to stay in places like the Marina.

I've just returned from a 17 day stay and I am looking forward to next year already!

Hello to everyone there, thanks for another great holiday.

	Leo Dukes (Saturday, August 15, 2009)	1 post by Leo Dukes
	- UK

After reading Mr & Mrs Peters comment i felt the need to send a reply.... Our family have been going to Arillas and stayed at the Marina Hotel for over 20 years (and no its not because we like the loud music and wanna fall out the bar and stroll 5 meters down the road) Our family's age range's from 8 months to 75 years old, and each of us go back year after year. If Vasilis and his hotel was as bad as Mr & Mrs Peters say do you think we would return?? The reason we return to the Marina Hotel is because of great hospitality. We even recommend it to others which again return again. After returning from the bar to the hotel we often sit on the balcony for a night cap and have never once found the music a problem even my nan at the age of 75 has never found it a problem. Once the double glazed doors are shut you do not even hear the music. Vasilis and his family are one of the kindest people we have ever met The Hotels restaurant is one of the best in Arillas. I can't see why Mr & Mrs Peters would write a comment like they did as you can see from all other guests comments they do not have 1 bad word to say about the Marina Hotel. All the best, Take care

	Ashleigh Palmer (Wednesday, May 27, 2009)	1 post by Ashleigh Palmer
	- UK

10/10

I was really sad to hear that someone could post such rubbish about the marina hotel and staff.

I have been going to corfu and staying at the marina hotel for 5 years now, and LOVE it.

I can honestly say there is no where I would rather go, it feels like a second home.

The hotel is family run. They are wonderful people, I cant speak highly enough of them!

Anyone who knows the family will agree.

If you have been considering staying here then you really should, you wont find anywhere better!

	sarah oneill (Sunday, April 26, 2009)	1 post by sarah oneill
	- UK

10/10

We have visited the Hotel Marina many times over the last 10 years, taking with us over the years, in total, 14 friends and family, all of which have returned for a repeat visits. The Hotel, it's family and staff make you feel very welcome and can't do enough for you.

This year is my 25th Wedding Anniversary. I was going to to take my wife to Las Vegas, Sharm el Sheikh or the Maldives to make it really special. After offering these locations and all persuasive tactics the only place she wanted to go was back to Arillas and the Marina. What more can I say!

We love this Hotel and village and would recommend it to anyone.

Mick and Sue Underhill

	MickandSue Underhill (Sunday, April 26, 2009)	1 post by MickandSue Underhill
	- UK

10/10

Having read the comments posted by the Peters, I am compelled to record my comments about the Hotel, but more importantly about the alleged "incident"

I witnessed the incident from the second floor balcony, at the carpark end of the Hotel, I was directly above and could see and hear all that took place. I concur with Dorothy & James Morrow, their statement is an accurate reflection of my recollection of events.

Vasillis did not threaten or use violence at any time, he was less than happy, but so would I be if I was subjected to the same foul abuse he received from the Peters, whose behaviour can only be described as shocking and disgraceful.

I have been visiting Arillas every year for the last 10 years often twice a year and have stayed at the Hotel Marina on many occasions. The service, cleanliness and quality of the rooms are exceptional, Vasillis and his charming wife are the perfect hosts, they are warm genuine people of the utmost integrity.

It is disappointing that such inaccurate and slanderous drivel has been posted by the Peters.

Thankfully the truth will be obvious by the numbers of sincere comments made by past guests!

	David Nolan (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)	1 post by David Nolan
	- UK

10/10

I've just read A review on this website about the fabulous Marina Hotel and cannot believe what I've read. I feel the need to tell everyone just how fabulous it is. I have been visiting Arillas since 2000. During that time I have got married and taken my husband there, my parents and later some friends as well. Everyone I've introduced to Vasilis and his family have always felt so welcome and they have truely been made to feel like we've just got home. Vasilis at the Marina Hotel is a true legend and we love staying there. He is so funny and Anita (his wife) is so kind and caring, his family are amazing, we love them all. Who could ask for a better location? Waking up to the view over the beach, popping into the fabulous restaurant for lunch and a glass of wine or dinner in the evening while watching the sunset. Going to the restaurant for the infamous Greek Dancing is always a fab night! The hotel and apartments are clean, well looked after, with everything in them you could possibly need - the apartments even have mugs so you can have a proper cup of tea! They had a great pool put in last year, with sunken sunbeds and a swim up bar. Really, we love this place. Go and see for yourself how amazing Vasilis, Anita and Arillas is. You wont regret it and you will understand that the comment below is a load of rubbish! (Also the bar this guy moans about is great too! The people that run it are lovely and its a great night out). My love to everyone at the the hotel :)

	Gill Akers (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)	1 post by Gill Akers
	- UK

10/10

Have just read the dreadful comments made about the Marina and its owner Vassilis. Never read such tripe before. What are those people thinking of? The Marina and its restaurant and apartments and all the staff are perfect. Over the 12 years we have been going there they have become friends and nothing is ever too much trouble. It's quiet and peaceful and beautiful and we're going back again this year.

	Ann Kellett (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)	1 post by Ann Kellett
	- UK

10/10

We have been coming to the Marina Hotel Arilas for many years the service from Vasilis Anita, Dida and Family has always been excellent, always helpful and kind, this is why we return, we've got to know the locals who work very hard in the bars and tavernas nearby and would like to think they are our friends.

The hotel is small clean and with all the neccesary amenities, the resturant is excellent very relaxed and efficiently run, all things required to make it ideal for a chilling holiday Clap

We're very upset to hear what's happened, they do not deserve this. Cry

Our love and best wishes we send to them all, and wish them a happy and prosperus season.

Marilyn and Rodney Canham

	Marilyn Canham (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)	1 post by Marilyn Canham
	- UK

10/10

: Hello, just need to add my comments, for the record, and also to put the record straight. I have just read, with disbelief, comments made regarding the Marina Hotel and staff.

My family and I have been returning to Arillas and the Marina's accommodation for 7 years now, many more have been returning for much, much longer than that. If suggestions made were correct I very much doubt that the Marina would continue to have the high number of returning guests that it clearly has !

I have to say that when we came upon Arillas and the Marina seven years ago it was very much by chance, having returned year after year with our family we would not wish to stay anywhere else in Corfu.

The staff of the Marina are friendly, courteous and helpful and always have been. The resort caters for all, with a little of everything for everyone and it does it very well (how else would you explain our young daughters wishing to return there year after year).

We have always received the very best of service from the owners and staff of the Marina and the apartments.

The hotel, the resort, the shops, the bars, the beach, the restaurants, the wonderful location and views all add up to a perfect family holiday in a place that still has that small Greek fishing village feel about it.

It has everything me and my family need from a Holiday, a wonderful place with wonderful people.

Barry, Christine, Sarah and Libby

	Barry Ashbolt (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)	1 post by Barry Ashbolt
	- UK

10/10

Hi All ,

Like many others its time to prepair for another 2 weeks of quality time in the the place which I like to call my 2nd home Arillas.

B4 I wrote this I like to read what people have said about the Marina and cant belive some of the s**t that people have wrote about the Hotel and the staff.

It amazes me sometimes what people write considering how I have seen people treat some of the staff and locals out there. I have lost count how many times I have been to Arillas and feel that my Greek friends out there are infact my family because they will always be there if you need any sort of infomation and especially any kind of help.

I was 26 in April and like I said I have lost count the amount of years I have been going there , some people may think why aint a bloke in his 20's clubbing it up in Ibiza or Aiya Nappa , the reason apart from some of the best food , quality drinks and beautiful location is basically the PEOPLE of Arillas itself.(which my other half Sarah agree's 100%)

Hotel -100%

People / Staff -100%

Location - 100%

Vasilis and Anita + the babies me and Sarah will see you soon cant wait

All the best

Take care miss you all

	Alex Ross (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)	1 post by Alex Ross
	- UK

10/10

We are the guests, staying at the Marina hotel, who witnessed the incident as described by Vasilis. We saw Vasilis move his car to block some departing guests, he communicated with them briefly and then simply walked away to continue his work at the hotel pool bar. At no time did we witness any physical violence and we felt that at all times he behaved in a very civil and controlled manner. He did not return to the cars until the police arrived and, after a short discussion, he simply moved his car.

We had a wonderful holiday at the Marina, did not experience any problem with noise - the balcony doors are double glazed - ( and our balcony was the closest to the bar ) and we like early nights and also have our bus pass! The whole family were delightful, always kind and helpful and many of their guests had been there many times.

The Marina offers excellent value for money. The rooms are spotless, have TV, telephone, mini fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and air con. All this with a glorious sea view - try getting that in the UK - at even twice the price!!

The Corfu season is a short one and the Greek people have to work very hard for small profit margins. They really can not afford to turn down bookings for rooms and then have them left empty by departing guests.

We are returning to the Marina this year and our son and family are also coming with us. We highly reccommend it for a simply wonderful holiday.

Dorothy and James Morrow

	Dorothy Morrow (Tuesday, April 21, 2009)	1 post by Dorothy Morrow
	- UK