Astoria Palace Hotel

Clean bed, nice property, good members

it looked as if we were staying at a top notch hotel, everything was clean and the hotel staff were friendly and helpfull. I think that the value for money was exceptional and I would go there again, had it been located in a better, more accessible place.

I think this hotel is underrated. I’ve stayed there 3 times now and whilst the location is far from pretty, once inside this enormous hotel the staff are professional and courteous, the lunch and dinner menu is pretty good and fairly priced, the breakfast choice ok. If you’re looking for a traditional 4 star hotel you’ll be disappointed as despite the lounge, bar, dining rooms, roof top terrace and bar (June to Sept I think) and smartly dressed staff this place seemingly specialises in large groups of people at a time, presumably via arrangements with travel agents. Consequently the clientele aren’t your typical 4 star hotel types but mostly the over 60’s on holiday or groups of people attending a conference or seminar, another service the hotel provides. The rooms are a decent size and are clean and in my opinion perfectly comfortable albeit in a more 3 star way. The lifts are modern, swift and efficient which is important as you may be on the 11th floor. There’s a good chance of a sea view too. Bear in mind especially that there always seems to be a room available here so good news for last minute travellers and especially for those who arrive or leave by ferry as it’s about a 7 minute drive away from the port. This is how we discovered the hotel and we were allowed to eat breakfast and lunch both whilst waiting for a room in the comfortable foyer on early arrival and also whilst waiting for an evening ferry on leaving. Parking is easily accessible at ground and first floor levels and personally I’ve never been charged either although it may be wise to check that if it’s important to you. Finally, and putting it all in perspective, €75 is the most I’ve paid for a double room, and that was in early June 2024. Cheapest in May was €55. It’s a quirky place but I love it, I’d always stay there!

Everything! For the price paid, we had a very silent room with a comfortable bed, window with cool curtains and well furnished mini-bar ; a well equipped private bathroom, with super scented soap for hands and shower gel, replenished daily and a high functioning hairdryer. The staff was nice and always ready to help you, even with a small chit-chat now and then. The cleaning ladies were always ready to keep the room fresh and clean, stopping by in the morning, and if you weren't willing to receive them, you could always use the "Do Not Disturb" tag. The breakfast is always ready and refilled, allowing you to have a variety of choices, from scramble eggs, bacon, jam, salami, and cheese to toasts, butter, marmalade, croissants and cakes. We enjoyed the "aperitivo" in the terrace, open from 18:30 till night. That was the most satisfying experience with the bartender, capable of making you the most delicious cocktail based on your taste!!

Ideal for visiting the attractions that we wanted to visit. Although hotel was a little further away than we thought.it was and a little out of the main stream restaurants etc Very clean and comfortable room, Excellant breakfast. Very plesant and friendly staff throughout the hotel,nothing was too much. Secure parking for the motorcycle onsite which was also undercover, under a motorcycle shed