Avali, Mar-Bella Collection

From the minute we arrived we could not fault the exceptional helpful staff that go above and beyond to make your holiday fabulous. Theodora in the lobby bar was so happy and smiley and remembered the drinks we had every night. She is a true asset to the hotel. The manager is also very friendly and makes every guest feel special. The food and drink quality and variety was second to none with the service being incredibly quick. It makes such a change to actually have a pool that you don’t have to edge your way in due to the temperature and there is no 6am wake up call for sun loungers as there is plenty to go round. The sea is so clear that you can see the fish beneath you. An exceptional hotel the best we’ve ever stayed in. I hope to return soon

This hotel was one of the best I have ever stepped foot in. The energy in this hotel is unmatched. Every single member of staff in this hotel went above and beyond for us. This hotel is so much better than what it is advertised for online. The magic of this hotel is amazing from the food to the paddle boards on the beach you will have a fantastic time. The highlight of my holiday would be watching mamma Mia on the amazing sun lounges in front of the sea on the big screen. Every detail is not missed. The rooms are unbelievably comfortable. I did not wake up a single night slept all through the night which is very rare. You honestly feel like you are on cloud nine. They are the most relaxed staff I have ever met, so kind and helpful. I have really enjoyed my time at Avali. They make you feel special. This was so much more than a hotel experience it has created lasting memories for us. The stia restuarant I highly recommend. The waiters and waitresses are amazing & not to mention the food INCREDIBLE. You feel very high end in this hotel. It is truly amazing. Best relaxing and resetting week ever and I cannot wait to return. What an amazing place! Do not think twice about booking this!!! You will love your stay here!!!!!!!

We have just returned from the most wonderful holiday at Avali. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left everything was just perfect. After collecting our luggage we were met by a smashing driver who immediately whisked us away in a comfortable, air conditioned car and gave us lots of tips about Corfu until we arrived at hotel. The hotel is sublime. Its interiors are so tastefully designed. Around every corner there is something to admire! What we really loved was that it’s not very big which meant it felt intimate and elegant and yet laidback. The staff all got to know you very quickly and within a few days the other guests became familiar to you and it was nice to stop for a quick chat. The hotel definitely created that lovely atmosphere. We had a grand balcony room with side sea view at it was gorgeous. There was a separate sitting area and every amenity. The bed and pillows were super comfortable and the bathroom was lovely too - excellent shower with piping hot water and the toiletries they supplied were plentiful and excellent quality made with Greek olive oil extract. The room had gorgeous spot lighting and really attractive art work. It’s small things like this that makes a room feel luxurious. We had two tvs . One in the lounge and one opposite the bed. We barely used the mini bar although it was fully stocked. We didn’t feel the need really as we preferred to go to the lounge if we wanted a drink . That’s the beauty of Avali everything was close by. I didn’t eat a single chocolate. I ate far too much at mealtimes 😂 Lots of people have already mentioned the excellent food and I agree completely. It was faultless and divine. We used the al a carte restaurant twice and it really felt special. But the buffet was incredible too. It was all just wow. I have to mention Minas at this point. He was like a great conductor conducting an orchestra! He immediately got to know your name, where you liked to sit and little about you so he could chat when you arrived for your meal. Nothing was too much trouble for him and he is a credit to the Avali team. The all inclusive was top notch. All the drinks were quality branded and nothing was excluded. And what made them even nicer was how well they were presented. They always came in classy glasses with just the right amount of crushed ice. Very important 😂 our absolute favourite server was Theodora. Again, she quickly learned our favourite drinks and how I like my coffee. She is an absolute treasure and another reason the Avali team they have got is so right. The pool area is incredibly pretty and in typical Avali style the colours were coordinated. The beautiful lavender and Aliums attracted the most incredible butterflies. The sound of the cicadas is constant and just wonderfully Greek. The beach itself is a few steps from the pool with wooden steps onto the pebbly beach. It’s not very wide and I would suggest water shoes. The water is crystal clear and it’s very picturesque with the hotel grounds as a backdrop. The beach bar is well staffed and you simply need to use the app and your order is delivered within minutes including food. The pool itself is a lovely temperature. They had a floating gauge and it consistently read 32 degrees. Not sure if it was accurate but it certainly felt about that. We didn’t use the watersports facilities but it seemed to be well stocked. The sea was flat calm and there were lots of people using the paddle boards. The gym was in a shady spot in the grounds and was also well used. If you are off to Avali you are in for a real treat I promise. It has perfected that classy boutique feel but still made it feel laidback with that typical Greek welcome that you just don’t get these days. Every evening lots of guests used to chat to each other and we all agreed Avali has got everything right. We are off to their sister hotel The Elix in September with friends and I’m seriously tempted to ask if we could swap it to the Avali again. If not, I will definitely making another visit soon.

Absolutely fantastic experience at Avali. This hotel offers amazing customer service, luxury relaxation, and also fantastic value. We stayed as a couple in a Mountain View room, the hotel is perfectly clean and everywhere you walk, the staff are friendly and amazingly helpful. The food is great, we ate from The main buffet restaurant as well as the a’la carte, and it was always faultless, with a streamline but great selection, with a specific shout out for the excellent seafood! Drinks were exceptional, we took full advantage of the drinks menu, which was expansive and catered for all our wants and needs. A special shout out for Theodora and the amazing service in the lobby bar… she works so hard and we never waited long for a drink (perfect service). The beach is pebbles not sand, but it is quiet and peaceful, with the sea quiet and clear. I would say great for swimming and water sports, but not amazing for snorkelling as there isn’t much to see. Another special mention should go to the gent from the water sports hire area, he was super friendly and cheerful and sent us out on padel boards which we loved. The pool area is peaceful and gets great sun until about 6pm. The pool bar offers app service to your sunlounger, which is great, and was much faster than expected. It could possibly do with a few moser beds, but the ones they have are super comfortable and we were more than happy to spend most of the day out in the sun with a lovely sea breeze to cool things down. We occasionally headed to the gym To try and work off some of the food and drink, which was quiet and well equipped inside. (We couldn’t face the outdoor gym). It would be improved with the addition of a fan, as when you run on those treadmills, it gets incredibly hot very quickly, but that didn’t stop us getting a workout in. All in all, it was fantastic, and the manager is great and really welcoming. We definately didn’t want to go home, and would be more than happy to return.

A little paradise – simply outstanding! We originally booked to stay at the Marbella, but found the atmosphere there far too intense for what we wanted. We ended up at Avali Hotel instead, and were absolutely gutted to learn we couldn’t swap our booking to stay here for the whole trip! Everything about this hotel is stunning — the aesthetic and luxury feel are amazing, especially for such a beautiful boutique-style property. It’s set in a laid-back, wonderful location, and the grounds are breathtaking; it truly feels like a little paradise, with a perfectly relaxing atmosphere throughout. The service and food were brilliant from start to finish. All the staff are great, friendly, and attentive — they really can never do too much to make sure you’re comfortable and happy. The manager deserves a special mention: he is incredibly welcoming and friendly, not just to us but to every guest. He made a point of greeting us personally each day, stopping to chat regularly, and you could see he took genuine pride in making everyone feel at home. This is easily one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. We would recommend it without hesitation and will definitely be coming back!