Athina Aparthotel

The hotel is picturesquely situated on a hillside overlooking Bali Bay. Wonderful views from the upper rooms. Simple but good. Beautiful, large terraces to relax and enjoy the sunrise. The rooms are sufficiently large, with everything you need: a sink, refrigerator, kettle, two hotplates, air conditioning (at no extra cost), and a safe (for a fee). Breakfast is adequate; you can create something different every day; there's plenty to choose from. You won't be looked at askance if you bring your own. Dinner, with small portions, is still sufficient, even in this weather. Allergies and intolerances are catered for. You just have to communicate them properly. In all these years, we haven't had a dish that we didn't like. They try to do everything possible to satisfy their guests. There are many shops and several restaurants in the area. Not recommended for people with disabilities due to the many stairs. Excursions, jeep safaris, and quad bike tours can be booked nearby, or cars can be rented.

Worst experience on Crete in 13 years. Dirty rooms; the first room felt like emergency accommodation (room 42). After complaining to TUI and the hotel, we were moved to the neighboring room, 43, which was equally bad. The rooms are thinly soundproof; there's a constant banging and thumping somewhere. You can hear water running from neighboring rooms, practically constantly. The wardrobes and beds are old, the shower door doesn't close. The bathroom wasn't cleaned once during our vacation. Breakfast is a disgrace. The same thing every day: no fruit, the cheapest feta cheese. Sausage and cheese bend upwards in the box, no refrigeration at all. Dinner is a "take it or leave it" kind of thing. The same thing for everyone, no choice. It's served on cake plates; there's hardly any Greek or even Cretan food. One pastizio and Greek salad, that was it. The worst was a huge pork chop, even for children. "George" stands at the bar smoking during the meal. When he notices you need him, he comes without washing his hands. In general, both men don't give the impression of being well-groomed. Service is practically nonexistent. Greek hospitality is nonexistent here. Even the diluted raki that's occasionally offered doesn't help. Overall, a stay to forget. Bali is a beautiful place. But the hotel, unfortunately, is awful.