Kolymbia Sun Hotel

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All in all we found this an excellent Hotel. We thought the Hotel had a nice design, it was quiet and relaxing, we had a great week with very few problems, staff was courteous, efficient and friendly all spoke English and could not do enough for us.
We emailed to ask for a room with afternoon sun, we got exactly that.
We had a late flight from Cardiff Wales Airport and arrived at 2AM.on the 9th October 2008, we were greeted by a friendly gentleman.
The Hotel generally is very clean and comfortable it has large rooms and balconies, the food was not at all bad, our only minor complaint in the restaurant was that the Greek specialties were pretty much the same on two nights, minced pork mainly otherwise we had some very nice meals and salads for the rest of our stay, it‘s pretty much down to taste I would say. If you are into burgers fish and chips and pizzas then this hotel is not for you.
Breakfast was little repetitive, cereals, two cooked meats, sliced cheese, frankfurters and scrambled/boiled egg most mornings, Greek honey and yogurt to die for though, lots of fresh fruit on offer also.
The pool bar served a variety of snacks, ice-cream, drinks etc. to suit most tastes.
Although Niriides Beach Hotel would be rated 3 stars in most other European Countries, it is a very pleasant clean and friendly place to stay.
Rooms were cleaned every day, Linen and towels changed daily except Sunday, reception, restaurant and corridors were all very clean.
There was no evening entertainment during our stay but this we didn't mind, very relaxing, I think this was mainly down to the fact that the hotel was closing at the end of October as was most of Kolymbia, many shops and bars were closing or closed as we headed home on the 15th.
We were told we were the only British people ever to visit the Niriides Beach Hotel in October, apparently there had only been 6 British throughout summer 2008.
I speak very little German and a few of the hotel guests mainly German, Swiss, Italian and Austrian spoke excellent English so no problem conversing with the guests.
Yes there are a few cracked tiles around and on steps etc. as one reviewer commented. You should expect a couple of cracks on an island which has occasional earthquake activity.
Weather 8th to 15th of October was amazing mostly sunny 24- 25 C in the day and 18-20C at night with light breezes, we only had one thunderstorm at night.
Although we thought the pool and surrounding area could have been better cared for, the sun beds and patio furniture were very comfortable and lots of them, again this did not spoil our enjoyment.
On leaving, our room should have been vacated by 12 noon, we were told by Katerina the receptionist we could keep our room free of charge until 11.30 PM because the hotel was not full and we were also given a voucher for an evening meal because of our late arrival, we missed our meal on the 8th. Fantastic service more than made up for one or two minor complaints.
Would we stay at this hotel in the future most definitely?

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Just returned from Rhodes after staying for a week at the Kolymbia sun hotel. After reading the reports on this hotel we thought that everything was going to be great. But how we were so wrong. The hotel was very basic the food was not only cold but you could guarantee that you would get what was left over from the evening meal would be served up for lunch the next day.
The snacks well what a joke pieces of what looked like bread with cheese and tomato on and biscuits, the boozes that was very weak didn't suffer one hang over all week. The Olympic rep well she was not interested in any complaints that were made to her when she was told about the food we were told that's the way the Greeks like but I am not Greek I complained on the first day that there was no hot water but the staff were rude and not interested.
If it wasn't for the people that we meet (Eric & Ann, Sarah & Sue Barry & Debbie) and not forgetting Jordon and his family, our holiday would be so boring as there was no entertainment at all.

We went to Rhodes with 5 children aged between 8 and 17 on an all inclusive package. The hotel was excellent. It was clean, and well kept. The sheets and towels were changed daily which was a first for us. The staff were extremely helpful. Whenever we needed advice or help they were only too pleased to oblige.
The food was really nice and all 7 of us found some things every meal to enjoy. We were pleasantly surprised by the choice and quality. The waiting staff worked so hard. The pool was a really nice size although it was tricky to get a sun bed after 9.00am. The children enjoyed the use of the internet and used it to occupy themselves in the heat of the day. The rooms were basic but very clean.
The hotel was in a convenient spot close to the shops and beaches without being too noisy. Our only criticism was there was no entertainment at night other than drinking round the bar. We missed the Greek night as it is only on once every 2 weeks so the hotel arranged for us to go by 2 taxis to a hotel further up the coast which was much cheaper than the trip offered by the rep.
Our whole evening including taxis and drinks cost us £60 compared to the £200 for the 7 of us if we had gone with the rep. If you want a all inclusive holiday with plenty to do for adults and children alike in a friendly well kept hotel with good food and drink this is the place to go. We thought that the couples without kids were having a good time too!

If you want a reasonably quiet holiday, at a quiet hotel with no entertainment except a Greek Night once every two weeks, then this is for you. Situated on a busy street, sit and relax and watch the world go by. Lovely quiet (except when we are there) pool area. Excellent friendly staff, food somewhat limited, but cooked to perfection and beautifully presented.
No waiting time at bar (that's got to be a first at an all-inclusive). Room cleanliness A+ every day. As I say if you want a quiet holiday, then this is it. but be warned! Don't go when we are there. After my wife and I went alone in 2004, we took the "gang" with us in 2005 (all 6 of us retired Entertainers/ Musicians). The place bounced, but I hear it's somewhat back to normal now. See you again soon Nick and staff. Get 'em in, it's your shout. (Surely we deserve 'one on the house'). Love you all. John, Jimmy, Phil, Adrienne, Joy, Carol.

When I got to the Kolymbia sun, I thought that the rooms were a little basic but from the first day of staying there I loved it! Strait away the staff were fantastic and really made you feel welcome.
Me and my sister shared a room which had one of the best views of the swimming pool and surrounding areas, we stayed in room 103. I thought that everything was very clean and was kept up well.
Because the staff are so friendly, you get to meet alot of other people through them, we met some really nice people who we went out with nearly every night. If you want a good laugh, statues around the corner is brilliant. We got to know the bar men there and we felt like we'd known each other forever. Still in contact with them all now and wish I could have this holiday all over again!!
Although there is no entertainment in Kolymbia sun, it was nice and relaxing and gave you a chance to have a little kip on your sunbed. Lunch was my favourite, sitting out in the shaded area by the pool, eating the freshly made food was absolute bliss.
Greek night was well worth the effort made by the staff, everyone joined in and the food was out of this world. You could see how much preparing goes into this night.
The staff were lovely and thanks to nick for keeping a few things quiet. Mike you are gorgeous, I hear you have left now but you made the getting up early for breakfast worth while and cant forget about George!
This holiday was so much better than I had hoped for and have already made plans to be staying at the Kolymbia sun again next year.