Michaelia Hotel

The hotel was clean and clearly recently refurbished, the bed was enormous and incredibly comfortable. You can see that it’s a work in progress, the en-suites had a new rain shower but all the original shower tray etc. I was in room 27, one of the sea view double rooms with a balcony, right at the front and the view was superb, looking out over the bay, you can see turkey off in the distance and on a clear night you can see millions of stars! The breakfast was basic on first glance but the staff in the hotel were so accommodating, I was offered, eggs, omelet’s, bacon, sausages etc. My visit was right at the start of the season so it wasn’t very busy, I think this is why the buffet was reduced to avoid waste. Petra itself is a quintessentially Greek village, it feels so far removed from the modern world that you can find real peace. This said, they cater fantastically for tourists, there is a great selection of restaurants run by locals so a visit here really does support the village economy! The hotel is a 5 minute amble from the main centre, walk a few minutes further and you’ll get to the beach. I will definitely be looking to book here again! Thankyou!!

I have walked past this hotel many times and always thought how pretty it looked. I finally got to stay here and I wasn’t disappointed. Upon arrival I was walmly greeted and shown great generosity. I had booked a sea view room and it didn’t disappoint, with a beautiful view of the bay and of course that sunset. Breakfast included was an added bonus, and every morning I was asked if I’d like anything special as the hotel was quiet as early season. Nothing was too much trouble. Other people have commented on the tired decor. This is Greece, it should be traditional. My bed was enormous and very comfortable. The shower now has a curtain and there was plenty of hot water but it took a few minutes to arrive. The pool is compact but clean and very peaceful. I looked around the hotel and almost every room with the exception of those few at the back has a sea view. The balconies are a little on the small side but adequate, I’ve had smaller. There also some spots that need a little TLC but nothing extreme. The location is fabulous just out of town but such wonderful views. Finally the price, it is extremely reasonable, and the place has a lovely feel. The staff must of changed because the 2 ladies working were both lovely. Only one spoke English but that was enough. I am Looking forward to returning. Well done and thankyou Michaela’s hotel.

I traveled to the hotel at the end of June and so far this was our most terrible experience in Greece and we travel here for 20 years. The hotel on outside looks very nice on great location by the sea and that is all the great stuff that you will get here. We know it is cheap, but at least some basic needs, like cleanliness and kindness would be nice. The location: approx. 1,5h from the airport, by the sea and close to nice bars and shops. The beach: approx. 400m walking distance, pebble beach with some bars and free umbrellas if you drink something there. There were some waves and with that some seagrass and stuff in the water. Also it was quite cold for this time of year (aprox.22 degrees). The pool: very small, but enough to cool down. It doesn't have a kids pool, just 1m with lower water (no jacuzzi and waterfall). The water wasn't so clean, but I can't imagine what will be at the end of summer. The surroundings was wooden deck with some old, but comfy sun loungers, the shower with poor water, also one of the wooden deck break down on the floor. The room: very old dated, the beds were creaking, enough cupboards, quite fridge, but loud air conditioning (in daughters room remote control didn't work and the stuff with no English, didn't fix it), the bathroom very small, no curtains or anything for the shower, with broken and dirty sink. Also bedding and towels was full of old stains. The balcony was very small, not enough for 2 people to seat, our daughters have no balcony. The breakfast: very poor choices with bread, scrambled eggs, salami (we brought our own), cheese, tomatoes and some times feta, jam and butter, juice (if it runs out, than tomorrow), sometimes greek yogurt, but no honey. Don't drink water, since it is dirty. Also glasses, plates and cutlery were dirty all the time. Also the stuff could look a bit more neatly dressed with at least a few English words. They don't understand nothing and just talk Greek. So a hotel with a lot of potential, but unfortunately a lack of neatness. Some good handyman and a little bit of renovation and would be nice.

The good bits first. I had effective aircon, fridge, a comfortable bed and received clean line along with towels every two days. I experienced hot water most evenings except when it rained. However I did notice that the pressure reduced when more guests arrived. There are two main members of staff that you will see (only between 8am and 3 pm) and they do their best to help with queries. I found breakfast to be adequate for the type and size of the hotel which included, fruits yoghurts, jams, boiled eggs, fried eggs, bacon, toast, bread, cake, coffee, juice and water. The less good bits. The room was in the older part of the hotel, the original building by the side of the road. My door handle was a threaded bar, it seemed to be the inside mounting of a ceramic handle that will have been broken long before my arrival. The room furniture is dated and an attempt had been made to brighten it up by paining it white by hand. There was no sower curtain or wall mounting attachment for a rinse. The shower tray/Greek bath had a moulded basin to stand in and a seating area, it was bizarre and uncomfortable but got the job done. A standard shower tray is much safer and more comfortable to use. I did not notice anyone attending the bar during the day, this was probably because the small equilateral triangle pool isn't used very much and didn't really seem that inviting. Overall this wasn't good value for money and I wont stay there again. However if you are tempted to stay ask fir photos of the room that you have been allocated. If the owner can't/won't stump up for a new door handle it sets expectations really low that any investment has been made.

Basic accommodation. Description said Pool and Bar. Pool is bath size and the bar is shut Breakfast items are first come first served so missed out on a lot Good position for many restaurants and bars. Having explored there are certainly numerous better places to stay

A short walk from the beach, a quiet hotel on the main street. The hotel complex consists of 3 buildings, in the main building there is a bar and breakfast room downstairs, behind the building there is a small swimming pool with sunbathing chairs. the hotel itself is in good condition, the rooms are in retro style and would need a little repair (the refrigerator door link was stuck with one screw, the water pipe of the toilet pot was dripping, some lights in the room were not lit), otherwise it was quiet to stay at night and there was no noise. The breakfast was poor, perhaps you had to go relatively at the opening time so that things didn't run out, on a couple of days the coffee was transparent, perhaps very, very weak. But for those who only want to stay overnight and move around the island during the day, the village and hotel are perfectly suitable, there are plenty of taverns and cafes nearby, the beach is rocky and the water is mostly pebble. The water gets deep very quickly, so the area is not recommended for small children.