"Sami beach hotel is beautifully designed-it is absolutely gorgeous but the best is the owners Roula and her husband who are warm and friendly,the entire staff is exceptionally professional, polite and knowledgeable which is a clear reflection of a family run business.They all made us feel like family,made sure we were comfortable, words can’t express how happy we were and sad that we left-we are definitely planning on coming back again. Thank you to everyone for our beautiful stay."
"Sami beach hotel is beautifully designed-it is absolutely gorgeous but the best is the owners Roula and her husband who are warm and friendly,the entire staff is exceptionally professional, polite and knowledgeable which is a clear reflection of a family run business.They all made us feel like family,made sure we were comfortable, words can’t express how happy we were and sad that we left-we are definitely planning on coming back again. Thank you to everyone for our beautiful stay."
"Best views in the island. Very convenient stay to explore the beautiful part of the island and do daily trips nearby. Good breakfast buffet to start the day, great dining options within walking distance."
"Best views in the island. Very convenient stay to explore the beautiful part of the island and do daily trips nearby. Good breakfast buffet to start the day, great dining options within walking distance."
"This hotel is absolutely amazing, the staff are so attentive, they made us feel so comfortable. We have been to many Greek Islands and the island of kefalonia tops them all. This hotel is definitely one of the best on the island and the area of agya Effimia is a beautiful part of the island"
"This hotel is absolutely amazing, the staff are so attentive, they made us feel so comfortable. We have been to many Greek Islands and the island of kefalonia tops them all. This hotel is definitely one of the best on the island and the area of agya Effimia is a beautiful part of the island"
"We had a wonderful stay in the ground-floor studio at Ballas Apartments. The courtyard is amazing, and the views looking across Agia Effimia harbour are absolutely incredible.
Stavros was an exceptional, genuinely helpful host who went above and beyond at all times to ensure we had the best holiday. Location-wise, it’s ideal—we easily drove to Assos and Fiskardo in around 40 minutes. The drive from the airport is straightforward, but a hire car is essential for exploring. Highly recommend this...
"We had a wonderful stay in the ground-floor studio at Ballas Apartments. The courtyard is amazing, and the views looking across Agia Effimia harbour are absolutely incredible.
Stavros was an exceptional, genuinely helpful host who went above and beyond at all times to ensure we had the best holiday. Location-wise, it’s ideal—we easily drove to Assos and Fiskardo in around 40 minutes. The drive from the airport is straightforward, but a hire car is essential for exploring. Highly recommend this...
"Excellent week at Stalaktites and a great location to explore the local areas and wider Kefalonia. The breakfast was a great bonus and the staff were always polite and courteous. We will return."
"Excellent week at Stalaktites and a great location to explore the local areas and wider Kefalonia. The breakfast was a great bonus and the staff were always polite and courteous. We will return."
"I have stayed at Alexatos several times and will do so again if I come to Agia. The apartments are comfortable clean and quiet, very close to the centre but set back, so almost no traffic and very quiet at night. Mirka, Demetrios and Steven are wonderful hosts and make you feel very welcome - they even helped me with some trouble with my rental car. "
"I have stayed at Alexatos several times and will do so again if I come to Agia. The apartments are comfortable clean and quiet, very close to the centre but set back, so almost no traffic and very quiet at night. Mirka, Demetrios and Steven are wonderful hosts and make you feel very welcome - they even helped me with some trouble with my rental car. "
"Lovely apartment in beautiful asos. Popi and Panos were incredible hosts and went the extra mile to make sure we had a brilliant stay. Also, the breakfasts were amazing! Highly recommend!"
"Lovely apartment in beautiful asos. Popi and Panos were incredible hosts and went the extra mile to make sure we had a brilliant stay. Also, the breakfasts were amazing! Highly recommend!"
"Very clean and orderly. Staff very friendly and courteous. Breakfast options plentiful and tasty. Relaxing pool area with comfortable beds and great shade if needed. Wonderful views"
"Very clean and orderly. Staff very friendly and courteous. Breakfast options plentiful and tasty. Relaxing pool area with comfortable beds and great shade if needed. Wonderful views"
"O quarto mais parece um casa. Super espaçoso e aconchegante. A vista é incrível, com por do sol e uma piscina muito bonitaZ roupa de cama e de banho de boa qualidade. Recomendo! O anfitrião também foi muito receptivo."
"O quarto mais parece um casa. Super espaçoso e aconchegante. A vista é incrível, com por do sol e uma piscina muito bonitaZ roupa de cama e de banho de boa qualidade. Recomendo! O anfitrião também foi muito receptivo."
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"Only downside was noise from the main road, otherwise great. Nice pool, daily room cleaning (wasn't expecting that!) and good restaurant a 3 min walk away."
"Emelisse resort was fantastic! Beautifully maintained and clean rooms, convenient location within walking distance to Fiskardo (alternatively on site shuttle upon request). The resort had a number of excellent amenities, including sports, games, spa, pools, private beach/access to ocean, plus much more! Most staff were very helpful, especially when it came to my nut allergy (although I will say, some staff were slightly arrogant which was unpleasant at times). The breakfast was delicious and had a good selection which varied each day. There was free gated parking available onsite). We would not hesitate to return!"
"From the moment we stepped into this property we were met with a friendly host who continued to be very helpful throughout our stay. The apartments are across the road from the pebble beach and a 15 minute walk to Sami. The pool was clean with plenty of lounges and umbrellas. The apartment was large with a balcony, kitchen and washing machine. We did not hire a car but used taxi’s which were very efficient. The fare from the airport was 60 euro and took about 45 minutes. Highly recommended for people who want a relaxed and peaceful experience and environment."
"We had a lovely stay at Ballas! Our studio’s balcony faced the sea & had beautiful climbing bougainvillea which offered extra privacy. The kitchen and bathroom fittings are dated but in my opinion add to the cosy charm, and everything is very clean! The garden area is where you can read in the evening while listening to the sea lapping on the rocks. There is access to the sea from the back of the property which is all rock but large bean bag cushions are provided for comfort. Stavros and the housekeeper (whose name I didn’t get!) are both lovely! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we wouldn’t hesitate to return. Thank you for a lovely stay!"
"We had an absolutely lovely time at this hotel, the hotel met all our expectations and far more, the staff are fantastic, so polite, happy and cheery, we could not fault our stay here. It was in such a lovely spot. We will definitely be coming back.
We nearly opted to go next door to the 5 star hotel but after reading both sets of reviews for both of these hotels we are so glad we chose this one."
If you're looking for something a little different than your standard hotel, a stay at a bed and breakfast might be the perfect option for your trip. If you'd like to spend some time by the water during your time in Sami, Karavomilos Beach and Elies Beach are worth a stop.
Why would you choose a B&B versus a traditional hotel?
Every B&B has its own unique feel. Whether it's a comfy common area with a fireplace or a beautiful dining room, the tiny details are what make bed and breakfasts the perfect escape.
When you're dreaming of a trip to Sami, be sure to take into account the year-round temperatures. The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 74°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Sami is 42 inches.
What is there to do in Sami?
Travelers looking to spend some time in nature enjoy Sami for its island views and seaside. Spend some time exploring Acropolis of Sami and Melissani Cave Lake if you're hoping to see some of the area's natural features. You might put Fiskardo Port and Karavomilos Beach on your list if you want to see more of the area.
How can I get to and around Sami?
You can plan your excursions in and around Sami ahead of time with these transportation options. Fly into Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.), which is located 12 mi (19.2 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Zakynthos (ZTH-Zakynthos Intl.), which is 36.9 mi (59.4 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.