Romanza Hotel, San Stefanos, Corfu
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The Romanza is the perfect choice for those wishing to get away from it all and enjoy a friendly hotel with stunning views. Located at the top of the village, overlooking the bay of San Stefanos in its own pretty gardens, the Romanza attracts many repeat guests who enjoy its peaceful, relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff and great views. loading...
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" Brilliant place - go for it !!! "
Submitted By: JohnBaughan
We have come 2 years running and it is one of the best places i have been to !!!.
It is basic in terms of accommodation - but there are no hidden extras like some other places - pay the small amount extra over other places that are cheaper and you will not be disappointed.
May is a bit cool like a warm summer /but in September just right.
Hill can be a bit of a chore /swimming pool cold- but other than that -
staff/location/views/food excellent.
Always look on line for general reviews - if there are a large number of disappointments - don't go - go here - this is brilliant for couples.
After looking on-line at other places in Corfu this still stands up to being great value.
It is basic in terms of accommodation - but there are no hidden extras like some other places - pay the small amount extra over other places that are cheaper and you will not be disappointed.
May is a bit cool like a warm summer /but in September just right.
Hill can be a bit of a chore /swimming pool cold- but other than that -
staff/location/views/food excellent.
Always look on line for general reviews - if there are a large number of disappointments - don't go - go here - this is brilliant for couples.
After looking on-line at other places in Corfu this still stands up to being great value.
Good for: Beach
- Date of Holiday:May 2008
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
" An A* holiday as per usual. The... "
Submitted By: Mr A Marsh
An A* holiday as per usual. The Hotel, The Area, the people all superb!
The resturant in the hotel is the best food around and the staff are very friendly. The views out of the hotel rooms are thebest by far. A top quality hotel that is well worth the visit !
The resturant in the hotel is the best food around and the staff are very friendly. The views out of the hotel rooms are thebest by far. A top quality hotel that is well worth the visit !
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2008
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" I have read the mostly excellent... "
Submitted By: Mr L Warriner
I have read the mostly excellent reviews and can only agree, I’ve been lucky enough to visit the Greek islands for the past 15 years, and nowhere, and I repeat nowhere, can rival the view I got from room 8.
Staff, 10/10, the lamb kleftico has to be sampled to believed, 10/10 - people, the rooms aren’t the Ritz Carlton but this is Greece, and you can get 10 days for under £300, what more do you want? They’re clean and comfortable.
Staff, 10/10, the lamb kleftico has to be sampled to believed, 10/10 - people, the rooms aren’t the Ritz Carlton but this is Greece, and you can get 10 days for under £300, what more do you want? They’re clean and comfortable.
- Date of Holiday:Oct 2007
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" We had the most wonderful time... "
Submitted By: V Abdollahian
We had the most wonderful time staying at the Romanza and are now booking for 2008.
Restaurants that have wonderful food around San Stefanos are the Little Prince, Nafsika Hotel and a tucked away restaurant up near the Tsaros Apartments and Pool - well worth a visit.
The atmosphere was amazing, the service in the hotel was brilliant and we did eat there in the evening too, the food was lovely...don’t all book there though, as it was just perfect without too much noise!!
Restaurants that have wonderful food around San Stefanos are the Little Prince, Nafsika Hotel and a tucked away restaurant up near the Tsaros Apartments and Pool - well worth a visit.
The atmosphere was amazing, the service in the hotel was brilliant and we did eat there in the evening too, the food was lovely...don’t all book there though, as it was just perfect without too much noise!!
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2005
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" What can I say? The Food - Fantastic.... "
Submitted By: Mr N Richardson
What can I say? The Food - Fantastic. The Staff - Fantastic, helpful and let us put the footy on. The Views - Even better.
There are 15 of us who go every year from as far south as Southampton and as far north as Newcastle. We add another couple to our group every year, yet they still let us come.
They put a table together for us and they remember which people are paying for what. Leo lets us put the footy on.
We love it. We are coming back in 07. Watch out the rabble will be there. If you’ve booked your holiday for the end of July beginning of August. We’ll see you there.
There are 15 of us who go every year from as far south as Southampton and as far north as Newcastle. We add another couple to our group every year, yet they still let us come.
They put a table together for us and they remember which people are paying for what. Leo lets us put the footy on.
We love it. We are coming back in 07. Watch out the rabble will be there. If you’ve booked your holiday for the end of July beginning of August. We’ll see you there.
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2005
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" Our two week holiday was fantastic... "
Submitted By: Mr P Cooper
Our two week holiday was fantastic value, including 3 days car hire cost £560.
The flight was onboard a b767 plenty of leg room but the seats were very narrow.
Hotel Romanza was very good, the staff were very helpful, nothing was to much trouble.
The food in the restaurant was amongst the best in the area, with very good value pricing. The hotel is set up on a hill with fantastic views, with picture card sunsets. You do need to be able to walk well to get the benefit of the area as it is quite steep in places.
The hill down into the village was given the name cardiac hill, by those staying with us. The only real problem that we had was mosquitoes, so take plug-ins, insect repellent and if you can take anti-histamine tablets.
The flight was onboard a b767 plenty of leg room but the seats were very narrow.
Hotel Romanza was very good, the staff were very helpful, nothing was to much trouble.
The food in the restaurant was amongst the best in the area, with very good value pricing. The hotel is set up on a hill with fantastic views, with picture card sunsets. You do need to be able to walk well to get the benefit of the area as it is quite steep in places.
The hill down into the village was given the name cardiac hill, by those staying with us. The only real problem that we had was mosquitoes, so take plug-ins, insect repellent and if you can take anti-histamine tablets.
- Date of Holiday:Oct 2006
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
" After arriving at the hotel about... "
Submitted By: Mr WA Hawksworth
After arriving at the hotel about 6am, we were shown to our room. On reading many excellent reviews on this hotel,we were quite disappointed to be given room 9, which i can only compare to a prison cell.
Now before I carry on let me tell you that my fiancé and I have been to the Greek islands many times before including Corfu 3 times, and know that accommodation is very basic, but this really was a shock, especially after such good reviews.
There were bars on our door, we had no front window, a tiny window about 10 inches diameter at the back that was falling out, the fuse box was open, the grate on the bathroom floor was loose and very sharp, mould on the toilet and dark decor.
We decided to ask reception if we could change rooms as all the other rooms seemed to be of the standard that we expected.
After 3 days we moved to room 6 and were very pleased. The view was fantastic, it was clean and we both thought we were in a different hotel.
The meals in the hotel were very good and the waiters service at breakfast was excellent, however we found the staff quite rude at times, whether this was because we complained I don't know but we were polite and did not deserve this.
Now on to the resort, I’ll keep it brief, the restaurants were excellent particularly Zorbas and the Little Prince.
Nightlife is fairly low key although there are one or two lively bars. One night we were in condor club until 4am!
All in all we had a great holiday other than the first 3 days, would we go back to this hotel, we would have to say no.
Now before I carry on let me tell you that my fiancé and I have been to the Greek islands many times before including Corfu 3 times, and know that accommodation is very basic, but this really was a shock, especially after such good reviews.
There were bars on our door, we had no front window, a tiny window about 10 inches diameter at the back that was falling out, the fuse box was open, the grate on the bathroom floor was loose and very sharp, mould on the toilet and dark decor.
We decided to ask reception if we could change rooms as all the other rooms seemed to be of the standard that we expected.
After 3 days we moved to room 6 and were very pleased. The view was fantastic, it was clean and we both thought we were in a different hotel.
The meals in the hotel were very good and the waiters service at breakfast was excellent, however we found the staff quite rude at times, whether this was because we complained I don't know but we were polite and did not deserve this.
Now on to the resort, I’ll keep it brief, the restaurants were excellent particularly Zorbas and the Little Prince.
Nightlife is fairly low key although there are one or two lively bars. One night we were in condor club until 4am!
All in all we had a great holiday other than the first 3 days, would we go back to this hotel, we would have to say no.
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2006
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" What can I say that hasn't already... "
Submitted By: Mr John Mclean
What can I say that hasn't already been said? Great views, great food, clean, friendly, quiet, and relaxing. Not really for kids or the young who want night life - but that suits me fine.
Chilled out by the pool every day with my ipod and a book. Food and drink prices were reasonable. I would love to stay there again. One of the best places I have stayed. I go away a lot so that is saying something.
Chilled out by the pool every day with my ipod and a book. Food and drink prices were reasonable. I would love to stay there again. One of the best places I have stayed. I go away a lot so that is saying something.
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
" Another year another brilliant... "
Submitted By: Mr J Newton
Another year another brilliant holiday and birthday at the Romanza. Costa and Helena (the owners) and Leo the manager and their staff are now part of our family.
The hotel stands on the cliff top looking down onto the best beach in Corfu and every room has a sea view.
The accommodation is spotlessly clean with regular linen and towel change, every room has a fridge some have air conditioning (request this on your booking if required).
The food at the Romanza cooked by Leo and his family is, we think, excellent both for quality and variation and presentation is the best in the resort.
The hill down to the village and down to the beach is steep but us old uns always manage it at a steady pace.
Entertainment is Greek dancing on a Monday night and live music on a Wednesday night. Always plenty of room around the lovely big pool and never a scramble for sun beds.
Romanza(Greek for lovely view) is the best spot to witness the evening sunset. We love the place so much that our new house is called the Romanza.
We shall be back there has usual in 2007.
The hotel stands on the cliff top looking down onto the best beach in Corfu and every room has a sea view.
The accommodation is spotlessly clean with regular linen and towel change, every room has a fridge some have air conditioning (request this on your booking if required).
The food at the Romanza cooked by Leo and his family is, we think, excellent both for quality and variation and presentation is the best in the resort.
The hill down to the village and down to the beach is steep but us old uns always manage it at a steady pace.
Entertainment is Greek dancing on a Monday night and live music on a Wednesday night. Always plenty of room around the lovely big pool and never a scramble for sun beds.
Romanza(Greek for lovely view) is the best spot to witness the evening sunset. We love the place so much that our new house is called the Romanza.
We shall be back there has usual in 2007.
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" Excellent staff, excellent food, the... "
Submitted By: Mr R Hackett
Excellent staff, excellent food, the views were great from all of the rooms. Steep hill into / back from San Stefanos would be a challenge to the less mobile but when you reach the resort you find a great beach and safe bathing for children.
As well as the superb food at the Romanza two good places to eat in the resort centre are Prince’s restaurant and also just across just across the road from it a restaurant called 2 Star
We will certainly be going back, sooner than later.
As well as the superb food at the Romanza two good places to eat in the resort centre are Prince’s restaurant and also just across just across the road from it a restaurant called 2 Star
We will certainly be going back, sooner than later.
- Date of Holiday:May 2006
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Skytours
" What an excellent hotel and staff -... "
Submitted By: Mrs S Cooper
What an excellent hotel and staff - this is what made our holiday! Although we enjoyed some meals in local restaurants (The Olive Press and Zorbas) we kept coming back to the Romanza especially enjoying the "Greek night". We got a lovely bunch of flowers and card from all the staff on our wedding anniversary too!
Yes, the hill to the hotel and beach was steep but the atmosphere was so good that we were quite happy to spend our days lazing round the pool and eating their lovely food!
The resort is small and friendly but probably not enough night life for the younger set - Sidari is not too far away though.
We will most certainly return for another holiday very soon.
Yes, the hill to the hotel and beach was steep but the atmosphere was so good that we were quite happy to spend our days lazing round the pool and eating their lovely food!
The resort is small and friendly but probably not enough night life for the younger set - Sidari is not too far away though.
We will most certainly return for another holiday very soon.
- Date of Holiday:Oct 2006
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" We all thought the Romanza Hotel was,... "
Submitted By: Mr A Miner
We all thought the Romanza Hotel was, tremendous. The staff were fantastic, nothing was too much trouble for them, the cleaning lady that done the rooms was also marvellous. The hill up from the town is steep, but my family and other friends, that were with us, though if it wasn’t there we would have gone home at least a stone heavier.
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Eating out was a pleasure restaurants that come to mind which were excellent, were The olive Press, The Little Prince, Olympus[I think]However the food in the Romanza takes some beating as does the service. I will be going back to the Romanza without question. <br>
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Eating out was a pleasure restaurants that come to mind which were excellent, were The olive Press, The Little Prince, Olympus[I think]However the food in the Romanza takes some beating as does the service. I will be going back to the Romanza without question. <br>
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2005
- Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast
- Tour Operator:Thomson
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San Stefanos was perfect for us - lots of lovely tavernas and bars. Our favourite restaurant was Ozzy Oil, definitely go to the BBQ night on Tuesdays and let Kerry & Nikos spoil you rotten with the best service and food imaginable! Other great restaurants were Mythica & Beachcomber, it was very hard to have a bad meal! I would certainly recommend the Romanza & San Stefanos to anyone.
The hill to the hotel was rather exhausting in the first couple of days, we soon got used to it and it at least made us feel like we were doing some exercise! We also enjoyed walking to Arilas as we stayed there 5 years ago so it was great to go back and the olive groves was another beautiful walk. Have been back for 2 days now but would go back tomorrow given the choice!
Advice: Go for it! You won't regret it!
Activities: Best restaurants were Ozzy Oil, Beachcomber & Mythica. Walk to Arilas & through the olive groves
Good for: Beach