Aphrodite Hotel

We were a group of 6 ladies of a certain age. We had a fantastic week at The Aphrodite Hotel. We were half board which was only about £65 more than b&b and it gave us flexibility. We only ate out in Molyvos one night as the food and setting at the hotelto eat our evening meal was lovely. We watched the sunset with a cocktail and then enjoyed a lovely 4 course meal. I am coeliac and I was catered for really well both at breakfast and dinner. The rooms were great and kept very clean. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The only criticism I have and why I gave 4 stars not 5 is that the hotel could really do with a shuttle bus into Molivos. We were in Molivos for the evening after a boat trip and we just couldn't get a taxi back to the hotel. One if our party has mobility issues and there is no way she could have walked back. Several shop and bar owners tried to secure us a taxi but it took about an hour before we got one which made for a stressful end to a lovely evening. A shuttle bus would alleviate this issue. All in all we had a fabulous week in a beautiful hotel and ai would recommend to anyone who loves a quiet, peaceful holiday as we do.

Location-we picked the town because of the harbour & hotel knowing it was a 30 minute walk based on the better facilities it offered and these were as advertised. Pool well appointed, pretty with very comfortable loungers and we were expecting the rocky not particularly pretty beach. The walk into town was disappointing not because it was a 30 minute incline, but beause it wasn’t that scenic and the walk back at night was a hazard even wearing white / with torch due to numerous bends / lack of foot path. Whilst not an issue for us as we had car and taxi was 7 euros each way we do like to walk in an evening. Accommodation- we booked superior and this was clean and comfortable but most views are car park or rough ground. After a week we down grounded to a standard in order to get a sea side view. Initially we thought we were better off. After 1 nights sleep noticed sound proofing very different, bed uncomfortable, bad drain smell room very dark (furnishings dark but made worse by light bulb not working and no replacement despite asking). Also Tv not as large and unable to access same channels as previous rooms. Good - breakfast fairly good for Greek hotel breakfast but they need more toasters.lunch time snacks tasty. Evening meal we only tried once as food poor and service slow (not enough staff / influx of new guests) Staff - reception staff very friendly and helpful as were cleaners and catering staff ( breakfast). Bar staff helpful but perhaps a little short staffed to be able to chat as much Cleanliness - super clean but drain smell in rooms but understand in Greece this can be an issue Lesvos - quiet. Easy to drive around. Friendly people. However will not be retuning as not the prettiest of the Greek islands Highlights - Skala Skalymanis, petrified forest, monesty next to it and Molivos itself

We had a very relaxing two week holiday at this lovely hotel . The staff were very welcoming, helpful and hardworking. The hotel is kept spotless, there is a good breakfast choice. We would have lunch at the taverna most days and in the evening get a taxi into Molyvos . I knew that the location of the hotel was a short distance from the town - but given the heat and the hills taxis were definitely the best option. The pool is lovely and very comfy sunbeds. The beach - yes very stony - and gosh the sea was freezing ! But very refreshing. The rooms are good- particularly the bathroom and the TV had best choice of channels in Greece I have experienced- including Netflix. One tip -take a small extension lead as only one power point in room . This was our first visit to Lesvos , we had a great time, the villages of Molyvos, Petra and Anaxos are lovely to visit , but we did not go further afield as we did not hire a car . I would definitely recommend the Aphrodite if looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.