Hi Shell, for the last few years we've flown from Manchester to Corfu and stayed at Kaloudis through Thomson - we're doing this in May (paying £652 for two weeks for both of us self catering) - booked early!, but in September we're going independant and staying at Horizon hotel. Both places in Arillas (of course!) It's costing more to go independant, but still works out at a great deal. Kaloudis has a driveway which leads directly to the beach which is great! There's a good pool with sunbeds and the all important bar, with both food and music. You don't need to stray from there if you don't want to.
Horizon is a wonderful place to stay (I'm told) and we've had many wonderful meals there too, and it's right on the beach with fabulous views.
We're flying Easyjet when we go independant.
Many members of this forum have their own favourites that I'm sure they will recommend - the thing to remember is if you like Sidari (seen from a previous posting of yours) you'll probably prefer to be in the main area of Arillas rather than somewhere more remote? Just guessing, please feel free to correct me if I'm wrong!
Janis x