Sofianna Hotel Apts., Paphos, Cyprus
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The Sofiana is great for those seeking a comfortable holiday base with a lively atmosphere and excellent amenities both onsite and in the surrounding area. The Sofianna has numerous shops, bars and restaurants literally on its doorstep! There are also plenty of bars and nightclubs and the town beach is 1km away. For a change of scenery head to beautiful Coral Bay, 12km away. loading...
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" The Sofianna apartments are kept... "
Submitted By: Mrs T Wheld
The Sofianna apartments are kept extremely clean, maid service 5 times a week, changing towels, bedding, washing floors etc - couldn't be faulted. The reception areas and bar & outside area were all always kept clean too.
Really nice & friendly apartments. The apartments are very well equipped With cooker, coffee maker, microwave, and eating area with breakfast bar.
They were in a central but quiet location only 5 mins walk from the harbour and main strip of bars/restaurants.
Never had too queue to get sunbeds and the pool was always quiet. Food in the pool bar was reasonably priced and they had a good selection of snacks/meals on the menu.
The main bar was mainly quiet but the drinks were reasonably priced, try the cocktails!
Would definitely recommend it as a central base with good self catering facilities at a really good price.
Really nice & friendly apartments. The apartments are very well equipped With cooker, coffee maker, microwave, and eating area with breakfast bar.
They were in a central but quiet location only 5 mins walk from the harbour and main strip of bars/restaurants.
Never had too queue to get sunbeds and the pool was always quiet. Food in the pool bar was reasonably priced and they had a good selection of snacks/meals on the menu.
The main bar was mainly quiet but the drinks were reasonably priced, try the cocktails!
Would definitely recommend it as a central base with good self catering facilities at a really good price.
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2005
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:First Choice
" I have been staying at the Sofianna... "
Submitted By: Dr J Leigh
I have been staying at the Sofianna for fifteen years and have seen it improve every year. The pool is the best of any hotel in Paphos, the location is quiet but within walking distance of the best restaurant in Paphos, Mandra and nothing is too much trouble for any of the staff.
My wife and I have already booked for next year, with the children and the grandchildren too. They also like the hotel, having been there three times already. In my opinion, it is the best of its type.
My wife and I have already booked for next year, with the children and the grandchildren too. They also like the hotel, having been there three times already. In my opinion, it is the best of its type.
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Just back after 2 weeks in August and... "
Submitted By: Mr M Dewbery
Just back after 2 weeks in August and agree with most of the other reviews - the apartments are a little dated but on the plus side they are very spacious, have loads of storage space, include an oven + hob, a microwave, fridge, kettle, coffee maker, toaster, hairdryer, TV - plenty of spare plugs (UK type !) for phone chargers etc.
The TV even included several UK channels (BBC1, Sky News, FilmNet, MTV, Cartoon Network) which was an unexpected bonus.
Apartments are clean, bedding & towels changed frequently - cleaning staff were always friendly and happy to pop back later if inconvenient.
In room Safe is available at cost of C£10 for 2 weeks.
We had a two bedroom apartment and it had plenty of space for 2 adults & 3 kids.
The outdoor swimming pool is fantastic - far better than many of the more expensive hotels we strolled past. The indoor pool, although small, was nice when the heat became too much (high 30's every afternoon). The indoor Jacuzzi was disappointingly weak. The pool bar does good meals which are reasonably priced (a meal & drink for the 5 of us cost around C£20)
Way too hot to even think about using the gym or sauna but they looked good ;-)
For the kids there were plenty of facilities - table tennis, arcade machines, pool table and an outdoor play area with swings etc.
The apartments are in an excellent location - only about 5-10 minutes walk to the harbour, the nearest big supermarket is close to Debenhams (again about 5-8 minutes from the apartments) and is far cheaper than all the tiny supermarkets scattered around the hotels.
We were concerned that the hotels positioning, right at the end of Bar Street would be a nightmare in terms of noise, drunken Brits etc - but this was definitely not the case - we never heard any noise or saw any trouble. We went out most evenings with our kids (aged between 6 & 12) and the bars were great, offering really good deals to get the families in the door before the late evening crowds arrived - we were getting buy one, get one free on adults drinks, while kids got free soft drinks - so a round for the 5 of us cost C£3!!!! Bubbles, Symbols & Black and White were well worth a visit.
Coral Bay was lovely, we used public transport (C£3.10 each way), sun beds & parasols available (C£1.25 each). Food and drinks available at the bar but we found the food disappointing and pricy - however they did show the Grand Prix on the outdoor plasmas so I'll let them off!!!!
The water park at Paphos is fantastic (we got a 2 day pass) and the food & drinks there are very reasonably priced. Get there early as the queue outside was ridiculous at 10:30 and go to the Bouncy Bubble and the Family rapids ride early as the queues get very long later in the day and it gets very hot with no shade or drinks.
Definitely recommended, hope this helps.
The TV even included several UK channels (BBC1, Sky News, FilmNet, MTV, Cartoon Network) which was an unexpected bonus.
Apartments are clean, bedding & towels changed frequently - cleaning staff were always friendly and happy to pop back later if inconvenient.
In room Safe is available at cost of C£10 for 2 weeks.
We had a two bedroom apartment and it had plenty of space for 2 adults & 3 kids.
The outdoor swimming pool is fantastic - far better than many of the more expensive hotels we strolled past. The indoor pool, although small, was nice when the heat became too much (high 30's every afternoon). The indoor Jacuzzi was disappointingly weak. The pool bar does good meals which are reasonably priced (a meal & drink for the 5 of us cost around C£20)
Way too hot to even think about using the gym or sauna but they looked good ;-)
For the kids there were plenty of facilities - table tennis, arcade machines, pool table and an outdoor play area with swings etc.
The apartments are in an excellent location - only about 5-10 minutes walk to the harbour, the nearest big supermarket is close to Debenhams (again about 5-8 minutes from the apartments) and is far cheaper than all the tiny supermarkets scattered around the hotels.
We were concerned that the hotels positioning, right at the end of Bar Street would be a nightmare in terms of noise, drunken Brits etc - but this was definitely not the case - we never heard any noise or saw any trouble. We went out most evenings with our kids (aged between 6 & 12) and the bars were great, offering really good deals to get the families in the door before the late evening crowds arrived - we were getting buy one, get one free on adults drinks, while kids got free soft drinks - so a round for the 5 of us cost C£3!!!! Bubbles, Symbols & Black and White were well worth a visit.
Coral Bay was lovely, we used public transport (C£3.10 each way), sun beds & parasols available (C£1.25 each). Food and drinks available at the bar but we found the food disappointing and pricy - however they did show the Grand Prix on the outdoor plasmas so I'll let them off!!!!
The water park at Paphos is fantastic (we got a 2 day pass) and the food & drinks there are very reasonably priced. Get there early as the queue outside was ridiculous at 10:30 and go to the Bouncy Bubble and the Family rapids ride early as the queues get very long later in the day and it gets very hot with no shade or drinks.
Definitely recommended, hope this helps.
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" Sofianna Apartments were what we... "
Submitted By: Other David & Anne
Sofianna Apartments were what we expected. Rather basic and a little scruffy (after reading the other reviews) but all in all were ok for a base. Location if fantastic for Bars and Harbour.
Thomson's rep was nothing short of useless. Bragged about his previous high paid job, hadn't a clue where anything was and told us he would prier us not to book tours as it caused him a lot of paper work.
Food in the pool bar was awful and appeared slightly uncooked. Maid visited most days, cleaning every other day although it was cleaned very well. Sheets were not changed during our 10 days but towels were most days.
Had an 8 hour delay due to the plane being used for other passengers. No apology and a whole 5 pounds to spend in the airport (wow!). When the plane finally arrived there were no services ready to prepare it for our flight. Complete disaster. Finally reached Cyprus the following morning.
Places to eat: Camera's (4.95 for 3 course meal with a free glass of wine.) Food isn't brilliant but more than ok for the price and the people are very friendly (including the parrot that meows at you). Oasen's is the same but bigger. Avoid Chloe's the food is awful! The Mexican is fantastic! Food is gorgeous albeit a little pricey.
The 4 hour Ocean Flyer cruise is also well worth it Costs 28 CYP with a buffet (which was rubbish) but a free bar and Captain Elvis provides the singer when you've all had a few too many. Stops off in Coral Bay for snorkelling.
The glass bottom boat is also worth the effort. 8 CYP gets you to the Vera-K wreck where you can see it on the bottom. We also dived the wreck and actually saw more from the boat!!!
Visit the Mosaics in the harbour. Cost is 2 CYP but make sure you go when it's cool as they lie over a massive area with no shade.
Thomson's rep was nothing short of useless. Bragged about his previous high paid job, hadn't a clue where anything was and told us he would prier us not to book tours as it caused him a lot of paper work.
Food in the pool bar was awful and appeared slightly uncooked. Maid visited most days, cleaning every other day although it was cleaned very well. Sheets were not changed during our 10 days but towels were most days.
Had an 8 hour delay due to the plane being used for other passengers. No apology and a whole 5 pounds to spend in the airport (wow!). When the plane finally arrived there were no services ready to prepare it for our flight. Complete disaster. Finally reached Cyprus the following morning.
Places to eat: Camera's (4.95 for 3 course meal with a free glass of wine.) Food isn't brilliant but more than ok for the price and the people are very friendly (including the parrot that meows at you). Oasen's is the same but bigger. Avoid Chloe's the food is awful! The Mexican is fantastic! Food is gorgeous albeit a little pricey.
The 4 hour Ocean Flyer cruise is also well worth it Costs 28 CYP with a buffet (which was rubbish) but a free bar and Captain Elvis provides the singer when you've all had a few too many. Stops off in Coral Bay for snorkelling.
The glass bottom boat is also worth the effort. 8 CYP gets you to the Vera-K wreck where you can see it on the bottom. We also dived the wreck and actually saw more from the boat!!!
Visit the Mosaics in the harbour. Cost is 2 CYP but make sure you go when it's cool as they lie over a massive area with no shade.
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" Stayed at Sofianna last year it was... "
Submitted By: Miss J Dooley
Stayed at Sofianna last year it was great no problems with room, very clean and lovely staff. Children both got bad ear infection and had to see an ear nose and throat specialist (must say was recommended by Sofianna staff).
Returned this year but was a little disappointed. They put us in a studio which was very small and cramped (we had paid for a 1 bed apartment) complained to night staff to be told to come back in the morning. Saw the manager who tried to fob me off by telling me the studio was a 1 bed apartment, which I quickly pointed out that I knew it wasn't as other staff had told me that all ground floor rooms are studio's. I told him I had stayed last year and had a lovely room. He asked what room number and promised to move us by 11 o'clock which he did.
The room was to the standard I expected, apart from ants running all over the work surfaces and in the lounge bed, apart from that it was fine. Girls beware of Sakis who works behind the bar he keeps you talking so you spend more money at the bar!
Returned this year but was a little disappointed. They put us in a studio which was very small and cramped (we had paid for a 1 bed apartment) complained to night staff to be told to come back in the morning. Saw the manager who tried to fob me off by telling me the studio was a 1 bed apartment, which I quickly pointed out that I knew it wasn't as other staff had told me that all ground floor rooms are studio's. I told him I had stayed last year and had a lovely room. He asked what room number and promised to move us by 11 o'clock which he did.
The room was to the standard I expected, apart from ants running all over the work surfaces and in the lounge bed, apart from that it was fine. Girls beware of Sakis who works behind the bar he keeps you talking so you spend more money at the bar!
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Libra Holidays
" Returned from our holidays, hotel was... "
Submitted By: Miss Anne Smith
Returned from our holidays, hotel was perfect. The room was small but very clean, the floor was clean too. The swimming pool was very big and the staff there friendly. Try the special cocktails at the bar. Very cheap.
Had really good time. For food try Windmill Restaurant they serve excellent food for very good prices. Try their MEZE and also the Pepper Steak. Returned there several times. For bars try Zorro and Robin Hood. Staff is very friendly and drinks are in reasonable prices.
Many things to do round the area. Harbour is just 5 min. walking and the beach in front of Mc Donald’s worth to go.
Perfect holidays. Really happy.
Had really good time. For food try Windmill Restaurant they serve excellent food for very good prices. Try their MEZE and also the Pepper Steak. Returned there several times. For bars try Zorro and Robin Hood. Staff is very friendly and drinks are in reasonable prices.
Many things to do round the area. Harbour is just 5 min. walking and the beach in front of Mc Donald’s worth to go.
Perfect holidays. Really happy.
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Just returned from Sofianna... "
Submitted By: Mrs A PURSHOUSE
Just returned from Sofianna Apartments, Paphos. Sofianna is clean, maid service 5 times a week, changing towels, bedding, washing floors etc - couldn't be faulted.
Sofianna is in a quiet area within a 5 minute walk to the sea front and a 2 minute walk to the start of Bar Street. Rooms spacious, practical and air conditioned! Pool area great, clean and spacious. Get up early to reserve a sunbed though! Great pool bar supplied great food at a reasonable price. Small supermarket across from Sofianna - larger supermarket 5 min walk away. Would definitely visit again.
Sofianna is in a quiet area within a 5 minute walk to the sea front and a 2 minute walk to the start of Bar Street. Rooms spacious, practical and air conditioned! Pool area great, clean and spacious. Get up early to reserve a sunbed though! Great pool bar supplied great food at a reasonable price. Small supermarket across from Sofianna - larger supermarket 5 min walk away. Would definitely visit again.
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
" We stayed here last year on a very... "
Submitted By: Mrs T Breeze
We stayed here last year on a very late booking.
Was pleasantly surprised by the location of the apts. Loads of bars and restaurants just round the corner, but you can't hear anything at night from the room - and we were facing the road.
Apts were basic and ours could have done with being updated but the kids were well impressed with the TV and the cartoon network channel!! Videos were played at night as you were getting ready to go out.
The lobby bar was excellent and had fantastic air con!
The pool and pool bar were really good. Excellent fountains and pools.
All in all a great place to stop on a budget.
Was pleasantly surprised by the location of the apts. Loads of bars and restaurants just round the corner, but you can't hear anything at night from the room - and we were facing the road.
Apts were basic and ours could have done with being updated but the kids were well impressed with the TV and the cartoon network channel!! Videos were played at night as you were getting ready to go out.
The lobby bar was excellent and had fantastic air con!
The pool and pool bar were really good. Excellent fountains and pools.
All in all a great place to stop on a budget.
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Direct Holidays
" Just returned from Sofianna, no... "
Submitted By: Mrs D Conway
Just returned from Sofianna, no complaints at all. Pool area was one of the best I’ve seen, plenty of sunbeds not at all crowded, pool bar great for the odd drink a bit on the pricey side.
We stayed in a studio which for the two of us was ideal, well equipped. With cooker, coffee maker, microwave, and eating area with breakfast bar.
The air con was great felt like a fridge after a hard days sunbathing.
If like us bar street isn't your cup of tea there's a great bar just a stone’s throw from the apartments (Zorro’s) it's a good pint at the right price and ladies try the brandy sour there!!
All in all had a great time and would recommend the Sofianna to everyone.
We stayed in a studio which for the two of us was ideal, well equipped. With cooker, coffee maker, microwave, and eating area with breakfast bar.
The air con was great felt like a fridge after a hard days sunbathing.
If like us bar street isn't your cup of tea there's a great bar just a stone’s throw from the apartments (Zorro’s) it's a good pint at the right price and ladies try the brandy sour there!!
All in all had a great time and would recommend the Sofianna to everyone.
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
" Just returned from our first visit to... "
Submitted By: Mrs K Barker
Just returned from our first visit to Cyprus and will def' return accommodation situated in a excellent place quiet but lively atmosphere just round the corner staff very helpful and the apartments are spacious and clean (did get the odd cockroach-but flipped them out)
Try the windmill round the corner from the apartments great value also look in at the moonlight snack bar opposite 'cheap as chips'.
Overall could not fault this place.
Try the windmill round the corner from the apartments great value also look in at the moonlight snack bar opposite 'cheap as chips'.
Overall could not fault this place.
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- Date of Holiday:May 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
" I’ve been to Cyprus for the last 4... "
Submitted By: Miss S Deem
I’ve been to Cyprus for the last 4 years staying at different locations around Paphos self catering. This was about the best by along way allow its in the centre and has the nightlife around it was so quiet, the grounds were clean and tidy and the pool is amazing with plenty of room to move around in and out side on the loungers.
The apartment was a studio which was big, air con, TV and microwave coffee machine full size cooker the works and kept very clean, towels and clean sheets every day this is worth staying in and the staff were friendly, a 10min walk to the harbour and buses supermarkets close at hand. Some of the best restaurants are in the area Argo’s around the corner from the apartments also on the tomb of the kings road are Sissyfos and raffle's excellent £7.50 3 course meals the best around.
And a tip if bringing home extra money Cyprus pounds change in the bank of Cyprus excellent rates back to sterling. The weather is great the end of September 30/35 hot overall the apartment and Cyprus was great try, try, try. Better than Spain any day.
The apartment was a studio which was big, air con, TV and microwave coffee machine full size cooker the works and kept very clean, towels and clean sheets every day this is worth staying in and the staff were friendly, a 10min walk to the harbour and buses supermarkets close at hand. Some of the best restaurants are in the area Argo’s around the corner from the apartments also on the tomb of the kings road are Sissyfos and raffle's excellent £7.50 3 course meals the best around.
And a tip if bringing home extra money Cyprus pounds change in the bank of Cyprus excellent rates back to sterling. The weather is great the end of September 30/35 hot overall the apartment and Cyprus was great try, try, try. Better than Spain any day.
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" Just returned from our holiday.... "
Submitted By: Mrs M Fyfield
Just returned from our holiday. Sofianna was well situated for all the shops, tavernas and bars. Some bars had too many screens showing football daily - my son didn't complain though. Staff were very helpful and pleasant. Staff at poolside bar were excellent, nothing too much trouble. Pool was great, plenty of room and plenty of sun beds. Our room was big - had a 2 bedded room. Slightly dated, but clean. Maids changed towels daily and bedding every two days.
Apartments on a one-way system road, so it was difficult for the coaches to get to. The cosmos driver reversed the coach all the way down to the entrance, which wasn't easy. The Cosmos Rep was great, helped out when our son had an ear infection. Guided us to the appropriate pharmacy.
Eating out was excellent. Restaurants to recommend are 'Argo'. Returned here several nights. Food was excellent and very tasty. Cheapest place for soft drinks for the children. Would accommodate children's portions if asked (make smaller/bigger). The 'Alkion' taverna was another excellent place to eat. Again the staff were very helpful and would alter children's portions without any fuss. The cheapest place for cocktails and the local 'Keo Beer' was Baywatch and Zorro's Pub.
Would definitely return in the future. My children enjoyed playing pool, table tennis and video games (which were situated by the swimming pool).
Apartments on a one-way system road, so it was difficult for the coaches to get to. The cosmos driver reversed the coach all the way down to the entrance, which wasn't easy. The Cosmos Rep was great, helped out when our son had an ear infection. Guided us to the appropriate pharmacy.
Eating out was excellent. Restaurants to recommend are 'Argo'. Returned here several nights. Food was excellent and very tasty. Cheapest place for soft drinks for the children. Would accommodate children's portions if asked (make smaller/bigger). The 'Alkion' taverna was another excellent place to eat. Again the staff were very helpful and would alter children's portions without any fuss. The cheapest place for cocktails and the local 'Keo Beer' was Baywatch and Zorro's Pub.
Would definitely return in the future. My children enjoyed playing pool, table tennis and video games (which were situated by the swimming pool).
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2006
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Cosmos
" Returned this morning from the... "
Submitted By: Mrs L Grew
Returned this morning from the Sofianna apartments. Very impressed went with my Husband and 18 month old daughter Darcy. Had great time apartments in a fantastic location. Right in the centre of everything not far from Bar street if you want it young and lively!
People who work there were great nothing too much trouble and maid service excellent. Clean towels and beds every day except Sunday. Lovely Italian restaurant called Grazie nearby, and found every restaurant child friendly! If you want to be central couldn’t fault staying here still basic but very clean. Lovely pool and playground for little ones.
The beach in Paphos not brilliant but bus on the front takes you to Coral Bay about 20 mins away and only 1.60 return journey. Had Brilliant time and do not normally go back to same place but here will definitely return!
People who work there were great nothing too much trouble and maid service excellent. Clean towels and beds every day except Sunday. Lovely Italian restaurant called Grazie nearby, and found every restaurant child friendly! If you want to be central couldn’t fault staying here still basic but very clean. Lovely pool and playground for little ones.
The beach in Paphos not brilliant but bus on the front takes you to Coral Bay about 20 mins away and only 1.60 return journey. Had Brilliant time and do not normally go back to same place but here will definitely return!
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
" Stayed at the Sofianna with my... "
Submitted By: Miss H Simpson
Stayed at the Sofianna with my boyfriend (we're both 25) for two weeks and had a fabulous holiday! Was disappointed with the balcony - it was very small and the view was of a dead tree, but that aside we have no major complaints about these apts. The room was basic but clean - maid came daily except Sunday and changed sheets and towels. The pool area was great for lazy days and the pool bar was good for snacks and drinks.
Only frequented the lobby bar on the last night, which was a shame because for a quiet drink it would have been ideal. Must also add that we were a little concerned about the air con and asked reception about it. Someone looked at it that very day, which was commendable!
However, the one fantastic thing about these apartments, that for me anyway is vital when booking a holiday is the location, and the Sofianna is ideal!
Overall - fabulous holiday and good apartments.
Only frequented the lobby bar on the last night, which was a shame because for a quiet drink it would have been ideal. Must also add that we were a little concerned about the air con and asked reception about it. Someone looked at it that very day, which was commendable!
However, the one fantastic thing about these apartments, that for me anyway is vital when booking a holiday is the location, and the Sofianna is ideal!
Overall - fabulous holiday and good apartments.
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- Date of Holiday:May 2006
- Board Basis:Select
- Tour Operator:Direct Holidays
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Pool lovely and clean with waterfalls, great for little and big kids alike.
Food in pool bar good and well priced as were the drinks (try the fresh orange it’s delicious).
Right on the end of Bar street but very quiet. Supermarket opposite but a 5 minute walk away a big supermarket that was very reasonable priced.
George and Dragon pub was excellent with a quiz night every Friday night, great fun.
Too many good bars to mention but watch out for cheap cocktails being advertised as when you get in and ordered you are told that happy hour has finished.
All in all a good holiday, good apartments I would stay again in the Sofianna apartments but I think I will book a 2 bedroom apartment next time.