Ionion Beach Resort

We have just returned from our 3rd consecutive stay at The Ionian Beach Resort. As soon as we arrived we said to ourselves “we need to book for next year” The hotel is situated right on the sea front with all rooms having balconies overlooking the sea. We were greeted with a lovely welcome back from Panos on reception who is so friendly and helpful, nothing is too much trouble. All staff are so friendly from the restaurant to the beach drinks and refreshments. The rooms are spotlessly clean and also cleaned and fresh towels provided each day. It is a 20 minute walk from Valtos Beach to the harbour in Parga with stunning views on the way. There are also restaurants and bars in Valtos so sometimes we walk into Parga town and sometimes we stay Valtos side. As the room has a little kitchenette we buy some essentials from the well stocked mini marts (I believe there are 3) and a bottle of wine and sit on our balcony watching the sun set. Perfect ☺️ Another perfect holiday, can’t wait to return for our 4th visit. Thank you to all at Ionian Beach Resort.

What can I say! My wife and I have just had the most wonderful holiday at the hotel. The whole hotel is spotless , our room , a large family room , was first class ,the beds were top quality, so comfortable, the pillows were out of this world! The room was cleaned daily and the bathroom was immaculate. On our arrival at the hotel we were met by ‘Panos’ who manned the reception area ,he was so helpful to us during our stay ,giving us advice and arranging taxis for us. The breakfast buffet was comprehensive with something for every taste, Michelle, one of two young ladies manning the buffet area could not have been more helpful ,both young ladies were so helpful but Michelle was so friendly and looked after us so well. The hotel is virtually on the beach , a number of steps down to it but we managed them and we are nearly 80! The hotel is family owned and it was so much nicer staying there than some souless hotel chain. Previously I had read reviews of the hotel with negative reviews, I can honestly say that there is not one thing we were not happy with. I must add that my wife and have travelled the world and I can say that our stay at the hotel was so pleasant and we are going back in 2025! Eric Carpenter

Overall I would recommend the Ionion Beach Resort. It is in a lovely position right across from the beach almost central in the Valtos beach area and handy for the walk into the old town. We feel it was probably in the best location in Parga. It is around a 10 minute walk via a steep uneven path and several steps up into the old town so I would recommend sensible footwear. Also the lights along the path were not always working so it is quite dark. There is a water taxi available from the beach just a few minutes’ walk away which runs continuously and frequently until 11 pm. There are local walks to the watermill and waterfall up a steep road but shaded here and there by trees. The walk takes around an hour each way and there is a little taverna near the top. The views are spectacular. There a a few small supermarkets nearby, one near the beach and one on a nearby campsite. The Ionion Beach Resort was extremely clean and well-kept with lovely flowers. The staff were extremely pleasant and friendly. Panos in reception was very helpful and pleasant and was there from morning until late in the evening every day. Our room 71 was on the bottom floor next to the reception at the end next to the steps leading down to the restaurant and pool. There is no lift to the 2 floors above so would recommend a room on this level. The room was of a good size, shower room to the left, kitchenette to the right and the rest was the bedroom with balcony overlooking the beach. There was a reasonably sized wardrobe with a three drawer chest of drawers within it and around 10 hangers. There were 2 bedside tables with drawer and ledge at the bottom. There was a dressing table with a drawer and stool underneath and mirror above. There was a unit to store suitcases. The room was very clean and was cleaned to a very good standard every day. Fresh towels and sheets were provided every day. The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable. There was air conditioning with remote control and digital wall TV. Patio doors with fly screen onto balcony. Balcony had a table and 2 chairs and a rail with around 8 pegs to hand out a small amount of washing. The view of the bay from the balcony was beautiful. It was nice and quiet at night with no disturbance. The kitchenette had a kettle, coffee maker, fridge with freezer compartment, 2 ring hob, stainless steel sink, 2 cups, 2 glasses, 2 wine glasses, 2 sets of cutlery, bottle opener, 2 cups, 2 saucers, 2 plates. All very useful. (scissors would be a useful provision) The shower room was tiny and the shower cubicle also. The shower curtain wrapped around you coming out of the shower. We found it really awkward and I would recommend the owners to extend the shower room into the bedroom as there was more than enough space to do that. It would be a massive improvement. On a positive note the water pressure good. Hot water does not come on until after 7 am. Plenty of lighting and good quality curtains. There were around 20 steps down to

Brilliant view, brilliant service, the staff were outstanding. Everything was spotless and cleaned daily. Food was really good with a lovely variety for breakfast. Beer was lovely but €6 a pint, which was the most we paid anywhere. The pool area is lovely with comfortable beds. For some reason guests have to pay €15 for the hotels' beach beds and parasols. They're cheaper along the beach. They should be free in my view or at least discounted. My other criticism is the shower has a curtain. The sink was so close, I banged my head 4 times on it bending for the soap. I couldn't see it through the curtain. It gave my wife a laugh every time though. All in all we are already planning our return next year. We had an outstanding holiday thanks to this hotel.

Just perfect. The room was exceptionally clean, bed linen and towels changed daily. Kettle for the odd cuppa and the breakfasts had everything you could ask for and delicious. Every room had a wonderful sea view. The beds and piullows were very comfortable. Pretros on Reception was extremely helpful. The maid service was quite exceptional as the fridge was pulled out every day and cleaned behind. A truly memorable stay for all the right reasons, and added to that a superb restaurant downstairs with the same magnificent view. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.