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Title: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 19, 2017, 11:53:02 AM
Hi. I havent posted here in a while! After choosing Majorca last year for a shorter flight to suit our 1 year old then we are now thinking of bringing her to Arillas in 2018. We came to Arillas just before she was born and loved it. My question is can anyone recommend an apartment for 2 adults and a three year old. I have sent queries to the Mirage, Roula at Kaloudis (where we stayed before on a package) and the Marina. We ideally would like somewhere that our little girl can be put to bed and we have somewhere seperate to sit so we dont disturb her. Any ideas of where I could look? Do many young families visit Arillas? Thanks!!
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 19, 2017, 12:12:02 PM
sorry I should have added that we wiuld prefer an apartment with a pool!!
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: coys on August 19, 2017, 12:50:03 PM
Hi try Dorita at the Bardis sun hotel,  they have some 2 bedroom rooms with the second bedroom smaller and ideal for a child. They also have a large pool.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: soniaP on August 19, 2017, 01:29:10 PM
Bardis sun studios have an apartment that is suitable for a child. There is not a separate sitting area though but you can sit outside in the evening in front of it as a little patio.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 19, 2017, 03:37:58 PM
Thank you coys and soniap. i have sent an email off to Dorita. They sound ideal for us. Got a reply from Mirage which are also reasonably priced.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Truth on August 19, 2017, 04:07:05 PM
Just at the airport coming back from Bardis Hotel...... ideal for you!
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 19, 2017, 07:03:31 PM
Hi. ok now I am confused I got a reply from Dorita at Bardis and she said they only have family hotel rooms bed and breakfast, no self catering? Have I looked at the right place?
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Truth on August 19, 2017, 08:42:27 PM
You have yes
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Post by: soniaP on August 19, 2017, 08:55:25 PM
It is confusing Flora as there is Bardis Hotel where you have enquired but next to the Hotel are Bardis Sun Studios. Not in any way connected just got a similar name. If you are interested in a studio apartment then you need to enquire at Bardis sun studios. You can contact them through their website.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 19, 2017, 09:16:50 PM
oh ok!! We would need a small kitchen at least to make lunches for the little lady!
Truth - at the Bardis hotel are they just like a hotel room with beds and seating area in one?
Thanks
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Truth on August 19, 2017, 11:03:25 PM
NO cooking facilities at all at the Bardis Hotel but there is in the Bardis Sun Studios
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 19, 2017, 11:57:41 PM
Thanks for that Truth!
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Post by: jean on August 20, 2017, 12:20:59 AM
Try Anna's Studios. Stayed there many times and think it might suit you. They will also organise transfers from the airport.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 20, 2017, 01:12:27 AM
Thanks Jean!
I knew I would get help on here!!
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 20, 2017, 07:26:23 PM
Has anyone ever stayed at Thomas Vivalas apartments? They seem reasonable but cannot find any info on layout of the apartments.
Thanks
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Post by: JohnTheRef&Dot on August 20, 2017, 08:57:13 PM
Hi Flora
Perhaps this may help, there is a video on this link
http://vavilasfishinghuts.blogspot.co.uk/
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: soniaP on August 20, 2017, 10:12:00 PM
Been to the taverna many times but never stayed. A little walk from the front  but not too far. So much choice Flora. We are all so lucky to have found Arillas.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 21, 2017, 12:59:27 AM
Thanks johntheref&dot....video answered my questions!!
Yeah Sonia P, I didnt actually realise there was as much accomodation to rent until I started to research independently.
Kaloudis have no availability for next July...Thomson or independently - just shows how much Arillas is loved!!
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Sandy x on August 21, 2017, 12:50:50 PM
Also try the Rainbow complex....self-catering, pool, lovely family, two bedroom apartments or studios where they would put a cot in as well for you. Highly recommended.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: ger on August 21, 2017, 01:18:28 PM
what about gratsiellas new apartments, they are two bedrooms, we are staying there in September, send spiros bardis a message he is in charge of booking ger x
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 21, 2017, 02:56:01 PM
Thanks Sandy, I saw those but was wondering if they may be a bit noisy given the location

I have just had an email reply from Spiros about Gratsiellas...really reasonable and seem perfect (we love that restaurant too!!!) - I would love to hear how you get on??

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Post by: soniaP on August 21, 2017, 05:55:41 PM
Gratselas have also this year taken over the apartments that are behind Vinceremos and used to be opened by Vinceremos. Some pictures on their facebook page. Link below. They do look nice.

https://www.facebook.com/GratselaApartments/photos/a.794475627377462.1073741844.182582958566735/794477377377287/?type=3&theater

Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 21, 2017, 06:56:45 PM
thanks sonia p. I wonder are they the apartments I was quoted for. Look great and Spiros said there is a pool also.
Everyone I emailed was so helpful ans friendly.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Truth on August 22, 2017, 01:02:37 AM
Its a nice little pool there too. Popped in and had a dip a few times. Also saw Cheryl off the forum around there relaxing ☺
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 22, 2017, 09:27:59 AM
That sounds ideal Truth!! Thank you. Amazong when you start to look you see how much Arillas has to offer and how much effort the locals put in!
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: angiem on August 23, 2017, 02:40:12 PM
I would look on Booking.com for availability, but then contact the owners direct ( - you can always find their phone numbers or email addresses on here). We have previously booked thru Booking.com but only found out this year, that Booking.com take 15% (!!) from the owners so would rather put the money into the owners pockets.
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Truth on August 23, 2017, 04:52:23 PM
Yes ,  see above .............
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 23, 2017, 08:03:38 PM
Yes I would much prefer to book direct angiem!! I have abgood few options now so hopefully they are still available once flights are released!
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Cheryl2307 on August 25, 2017, 09:59:02 PM
The pool area was lovely and has a baby pool too,  it's a nice spot,  we will have a look at booking for next year!  Did you sleep off your hangover then Karl?  Haha you looked so tired!
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Truth on August 25, 2017, 10:48:44 PM
😂😂 . It was the only day I was rough all holiday Cheryl but I was fine when I got back, went in the pool and then had a few Mythos..... 😆
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 26, 2017, 01:12:56 AM
which ones were those cheryl2307?
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Truth on August 26, 2017, 09:05:41 AM
Gratsela Flora
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Laura on August 26, 2017, 01:37:37 PM
Yes they are looking like a good choice at the moment Cheryl
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Post by: Jo Wissett on August 26, 2017, 10:58:44 PM
What's this I hear about your dad falling asleep then falling in the pool truth??😂😂
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Truth on August 27, 2017, 10:28:40 AM
😂😂😂😂😂 . Yes, it was my Father In Law , not my Dad! He was sat on the steps woth his feet in the water, dropped off and tumbled in..... class!
He also decided to go for a meal on his own one night and didn't turn up in Efi's where he was supposed to come to us! 😕
I ended up running round the resort trying to find the clown 😂
Title: Re: Need help with accomodation
Post by: Val n Bill on August 27, 2017, 03:48:24 PM

So he's really enjoying  his holiday then Karl, I love wandering off for a five minute walk that usually takes me more than an hour....thing is nobody comes looking for me, Bill sometimes never notices I'm gone 😃