Family Apartment in Skala Sykamineas/Lesvos

Nomadomia Rating: 3.12 stars

• Choose this pension for a traditional Greek experience: If you're looking for a authentic Greek experience, this pension is a great choice, with its charming atmosphere, simple accommodations, and friendly hosts.
• Be prepared for maintenance issues: While the pension's hosts are generally helpful, some maintenance issues may arise, so it's essential to be prepared and communicate with the hosts promptly.
• Don't miss the garden: The pension's garden is a highlight, with its lush greenery, fresh fruits, and pleasant atmosphere.
• Consider renting a car: While the pension is located near the harbour, some reviewers mentioned that a car is necessary to explore the rest of the island.

Good points:

• Location: Most reviewers praised the convenient location of the pension near the harbour in Skala, making it easy to access local restaurants and beaches.
• Friendly Hosts: Niki and Ioakim's family were consistently praised for their warm hospitality, helpfulness, and willingness to assist with any issues.
• Cleanliness: Many reviewers mentioned that the rooms were clean and well-maintained, with some even commenting on the daily cleaning service.
• Comfort: The pension's comfortable rooms, functional amenities, and pleasant garden were frequently mentioned as positives.
• Traditional Greek Experience: Reviewers appreciated the traditional Greek atmosphere and simple, yet charming, accommodations.
• Helpful Recommendations: Niki and Ioakim's family were often praised for providing helpful recommendations on local restaurants, beaches, and activities.

Bad points:

• Maintenance Issues: Some reviewers experienced maintenance issues, such as leaky faucets, limited water pressure, and exterior light problems.
• Limited Amenities: A few reviewers mentioned that the pension lacked certain amenities, such as shower curtains, shower heads, or a fully equipped kitchen.
• Language Barrier: Reviewers who didn't speak Greek mentioned that it could be challenging to communicate with Niki and Ioakim's family, although they often used Google Translate or Ioakim's English-speaking sons to overcome this issue.
• Limited Parking: Some reviewers mentioned that parking could be a challenge, although the pension did have a small parking lot.

Time trend:

• Increasing Reviews: The number of reviews increased over time, with a significant spike in 2015 and 2016.
• Consistent Praise: Despite some maintenance issues, the overall praise for the pension and its hosts remained consistent over the years.
• Changes in Amenities: Some reviewers mentioned that the pension's amenities, such as the garden and parking, were improved over time.