Cora Hotel & Spa Resort

The hotel is quietly nestled on the seashore. It is surrounded by many pools but we did not swim there because the sea was so inviting and beautiful. The staff was very warm and friendly. Thanks to the lifeguard, George, we got tips on various beaches and where to go in Halkidiki. Afytos, the nearby village offered great restaurants at very reasonable prices. We enjoyed the massages in the spa on our last day as a very special treat to ourselves.

Really wanted to give this place a 5 star review but just a couple of things for me let it down which was a real shame. Good points; Really friendly and helpful staff, from the moment we checked in to checking out they couldn’t do enough for you. We arrived at 10.15pm when the restaurant shuts at 10.30pm, as we hadn’t eaten they kept the restaurant open longer so we could have a meal which is great customer service :) The resort and the view is stunning, the pool areas are really nice and well laid out plenty of sun-beds available all parts of the day. The gym had decent equipment and spa was a nice area although the indoor pool is freezing. I had a deep tissue massage that was well worth the money. Rooms wise we stayed in a junior suite sea view which was very spacious, kept clean everyday and new towels provided, air con worked perfectly which was needed in 30 degree heat. In terms of location it’s only 2 miles from Afytos which you definitely need a car or taxi to get back and forth from, you’re on a busy main road with no path so walking isn’t an option. However didn’t bother us and I would recommend going there and exploring the location restaurant and bars, the buzz in the square was great and only 7 euros taxi each way. We didn’t use the hotel beach whilst we were here so can’t comment on this area. Food wise we only had breakfast included which for me was a good standard so no complaints. I would say the lunch menu is average but is only the basics such as salads, gyros, pizza so wouldn’t expect top notch as such. So the only points I would say let it down which are fairly minor; Cleanliness of the stairs and hallways back to the rooms, they haven’t been cleaned for some time and the floors are pretty dirty. Also some areas of the pool and sunbeds don’t look clean either. Which is a shame as it’s just a simple fix for a hotel that is generally aesthetically pleasing. Would definitely recommend to others, but would say it’s more a 4 star plus than 5.

Everything was great...we have beautiful room, peace, great beach, pools, great meals, great services...we didnt leave complex during 8 days.