"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."
"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."
"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...
"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"
"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!"
"We really enjoyed our telaxing stay here. We made use of the Bbq both nights and loved feeling so close to nature with the well maintained garden and beautiful mountains surrounding us. You will need a car if you want access to the beaches with gorgeous AntiSamos an easy 15 minute drive.
Elena and Nikos were very good hosts always on hand if we needed anything. "
"We really enjoyed our telaxing stay here. We made use of the Bbq both nights and loved feeling so close to nature with the well maintained garden and beautiful mountains surrounding us. You will need a car if you want access to the beaches with gorgeous AntiSamos an easy 15 minute drive.
Elena and Nikos were very good hosts always on hand if we needed anything. "
"We had a fantastic stay at here. The apartment is perfect for a week away - clean throughout, everything you would need supplied and a fully equipped kitchen. Athena and her brother were very welcoming and Athena very kindly gave us some great recommendations. The views from the apartment are stunning and it is a perfect walk into the harbour town, with lots of choice of bars and restaurants. Some brilliant little beaches nearby and a great base to explore the beautiful island of Kefalonia....
"We had a fantastic stay at here. The apartment is perfect for a week away - clean throughout, everything you would need supplied and a fully equipped kitchen. Athena and her brother were very welcoming and Athena very kindly gave us some great recommendations. The views from the apartment are stunning and it is a perfect walk into the harbour town, with lots of choice of bars and restaurants. Some brilliant little beaches nearby and a great base to explore the beautiful island of Kefalonia....
"The accommodation was right on the picturesque harbour front and a 2 minute walk away from the port. We only stayed overnight as we were travelling on to Lefkada the following day but everything was perfect. Nice restful night's sleep after the journey from Yorkshire. The hosts provided excellent communication. We would highly recommend and would not hesitate to stay for a longer stay. Thank you!"
"The accommodation was right on the picturesque harbour front and a 2 minute walk away from the port. We only stayed overnight as we were travelling on to Lefkada the following day but everything was perfect. Nice restful night's sleep after the journey from Yorkshire. The hosts provided excellent communication. We would highly recommend and would not hesitate to stay for a longer stay. Thank you!"
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"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!"
"Upon arrival we were greeted with perfect service. Had a late check in and the night shift staff were very helpful and informative.
Our room was a separate unit on top of the hill with the most amazing view.
The property and area just gives you ultimate peace.. the view and the sunrise just gives the perfect start to your day..
Pool was excellent (missing many tiny tiles though)
But the service, sun-beds and sunshine were just top notch .
The main lady (think she was manager) was very sweet and helpful , gave us everything we needed .
This hotel is the last one on the road, very secluded and peaceful.. i would return again."
Spyros Villa near Fiskardo, Private Pool Overflow 4x8m, panoramic sea view
10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful villa in a great location. Within 10 minute drive of Fiskardo and plenty of tavernas only a a few minutes’ drive away. The property is exactly as described and photographed. The pool is a very good size and spotlessly clean. Good communication and advice from the hosts. Would definitely return."
"Lovely studio with beautiful view. Room looks to have had a recent upgrade, with a new bathroom and a very comfortable mattress with good quality sheets.
Easy walk to 2 taverns or 5 mins drive into Fiskardo.
Great pool with newer than hotel photo, cushioned sun loungers."
Four bedroom villa with private pool with stunning views and beautiful sunsets
10/10 Excellent
"The property was very clean and beautifully equipped for the 5 of us. It even had a midweek clean which was a treat on a week stay. We were so appreciative of the lovely welcome platter which was a treat when arriving late in the evening. The location was lovely and we really enjoyed Jerusalem beach and the taverna. The pool also got lots of use. Tom and the team couldn't have been more helpful with fast communication. We would definitely recommend the house for a wonderful holiday."
Modern comfortable villa with private pool and stunning view
10/10 Excellent
"What a great time we’ve had here in Villa Nina. Our wonderful host Spiros could not have been more welcoming. It is such a peaceful spot with an amazing view down to Sami. We’ll miss that view. The villa was well equipped for us and very comfortable. Great pool and outside space too. Spiros recommended Petros a local taxi driver and he was great too. Really reliable. We will be back!!"
"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 more offbeat than your standard hotel experience, a stay at a bed and breakfast might be the perfect option for your getaway. 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?
B&Bs all have a unique charm — whether it's a garden for guests to admire or a sunlit breakfast nook to enjoy your morning cup of coffee, the little details are what make bed and breakfasts a fun place to get away.
When you're dreaming of a trip to Sami, make sure that you take the year-round temperatures into account. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Sami is 1068 mm.
What is there to do in Sami?
Travellers 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 should 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. You can also search 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, you may want a rental car for your journey.