The Calypso Hotel Siviri 2* (Greece, Kassandra): description, services, testimonials

When you want to relax on the coast of the azure sea and at the same time to plunge into the history, the first thing I remember about Greece. This is a great choice of resorts. So, you can go to some of the Islands of the Greek archipelago, you can visit one of the coastal cities of mainland Greece, and you can buy a tour in hotel Calypso Hotel Siviri, which is located on the Halkidiki Peninsula – in one of the most heavenly places on the planet.

The Legendary "Trident"

In the Northern part of the Aegean sea crashes into the land of the azure expanse of a very interesting way. If you look at it from above, we can see that the Peninsula has the shape of a Trident, exactly what was the commander of the sea God Poseidon. In short, Halkidiki consists of three long and narrow peninsulas with luxuriant vegetation: Sithonia, Agion-Oros and Cassandra. It was the last of them I would like to tell more in detail.

Kassandra: features recreation

This piece of land not only has a romantic name, but is a true Paradise. It is located in the West and is the most populous of the three "fingers" of Halkidiki. Here well developed tourist infrastructure: traditional Greek taverns, clubs, bars, discos, souvenir shops, boutiques, etc. There are many hotels of all categories, from luxurious five-star, which usually belong to global hotel chains, to the most affordable “two-room apartments", for example Calypso Hotel Siviri 2* Standard. Halkidiki as a whole is famous for its great abundance of historical attractions, and the Peninsula of Kassandra is no exception, and some of them are almost in the territory of the hotels. In short, all who wish to combine a beach resort with cognitive, are able to enjoy the first and the second equally. In Kassandra you can find and honeymooners, families with children, youth, and seniors. All this speaks of the universality of the Peninsula as a seaside resort. To a pleasant stay contributes to the soft, very comfortable climate. The duration of the beach season lasts about 5 months-from may to late October.

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Features and legends

Kassandra Peninsula, as already noted, has the form of an elongated finger with a length of 50 kilometers. But wide it is quite narrow: just 15 km from the highest point on the island — 355 m above sea level. According to legend, in the past, the Peninsula was called Flegrei, i.e. "burning the ground” and its first inhabitants were the Giants-the sons of Uranus and Gaia. Many people think that Cassandra – a woman's name, but the Peninsula got its name in honor of king Cassander - son-in-law of Alexander the great. They say that the first settlement on the Peninsula was founded by the great Macedonian in the 4th century BC. Life seethed here, the inhabitants were engaged in trade, the Bank acted port.

Siviri

Today, Cassandra has 44 towns, each of which has its own special charm. One of the best resorts not only in Athens, but throughout Greece is Siviri. It is above the Calypso Hotel Siviri. The resort can be called emerald. He is completely immersed in the greenery of exotic plants and flowers and decked. Closer to the edge of the water the color of aquamarine beach is strewn with Golden sand. The landscape also includes scenic mountains, covered with lush green carpet, and bizarre rocks. The village has an abundance of tavernas, restaurants and bars, serving skilfully prepared local chefs seafood as well as bakeries, fragrant aroma which mixed with the smell of olive and citrus plantations. Especially lucky for those tourists who will come to Greece in the days of the festival "Cassandra", which takes place in the famous amphitheater of Siviri. Staying in the Calypso Hotel Siviri 2* (Greece, Halkidiki), they will be able to enjoy plenty of different activities included in the agenda of the festival: theatrical performances, concerts, comic rooms, which by the end of the day are crowned with the observation of the unreal beauty of the sunset.

Calypso 2 General description*: General description

This hotel is located in a dense pine forest. It was built at the dawn of the new Millennium, and despite the fact that his sign burn only 2 stars, comfort is the main priority of the hotel. The building has been used new materials, and during the reconstruction, which was carried out in 2011, the interior was improved in order to meet the time requirements. Calypso Hotel Siviri consists of two buildings-one two-storey and one three storey.

Location

The Hotel "Calypso" is located 250 metres from the beach, that is on the second line. Within walking distance there is a supermarket and a bus stop. The centre of the resort of Siviri – about 200 meters. Around there are night clubs, taverns, discos, where you will find quite reasonable prices on all types of meal. 8 kilometers, in Kallithea village, it features a well-equipped bowling club.

The Number of rooms

The Calypso Hotel Siviri is just 22 comfortable rooms of three categories. Fromwhich 2 are suites, 3 – the Junior suites and the other 17 – the standard rooms. In each of the 27 rooms, regardless of their type equipped with a telephone with direct international dialing, mini fridge, safe, satellite TV, air conditioning/split system in the bathrooms you will find towels, Hairdryer, toiletries (soap, toilet paper, shampoo, etc.). In addition, all rooms are equipped with balconies, which is a summer furniture. The suites include a kitchen area with a kit for tea/coffee, set of dishes, as well as a relaxation area (sofa, armchairs, coffee table). Cleaning service once a week. As you can see, despite the fact that the hotel is a two star, there is everything necessary for comfortable rest of guests, and most importantly, that in "Calypso" you will find available prices acceptable to people of modest means.

Infrastructure

On-site Parking is free. Here you can leave the rented car. By the way, it's very comfortable and, being on wheels, you can visit all the attractions of the island. The rental price starts from 30 euros per day, while with you need to have international driving license. The infrastructure of the hotel also includes a pool with sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols, a restaurant and bar located by the pool. Throughout the hotel offers free Internet.

Food

The Hotel operates on BB. This means that all guests, regardless of the cost of the tour in the morning buffet Breakfast. It has a specially equipped for the buffet room. Breakfast is not called very diverse, but there are plenty. Always have fresh fruit and vegetables, fresh baked goods, dairy and local produce (very tasty), cheese, meats. Hot on request, prepared scrambled eggs, for the children can be asked to cook porridge.

Beach

As already mentioned, the hotel is located on the second beach line, the beach can be reached within 7-10 minutes, which, admit it, not so much. The sea water is clean, just a great, gently sloping beach. In the water unable to meet the sharp stones, so it is better to buy special rubber shoes. Since the beach is municipal and the entrance is free, the use of parasols, sun beds chargeable. Here you will be offered a large choice of water sports: sailing, catamaran, scooter, "banana", water skiing, flying parachute, and of course, scuba diving lessons.

Reviews

Tourists who come to the hotel "Calypso", from the first moment surprised, and pleased, because they think they will meet here, two-star service, while here is much more comfortable. The tourists can choose a few nutrition systems, up to "all inclusive". And it is rarely found in hotels of this category. Everything is so perfect in this hotel? Some tourists complain in their ozuah that Breakfast is always the same, and they very quickly get tired of the monotony, while others Express satisfaction. The same applies to the question of cleaning. Tourists say that it is rarely, however, do not forget that this is a budget hotel and they chose it primarily because of affordability.