4 Epoches Hotel

We arrived back on 10th July from a holiday that we'll always remember due to the fact that the staff were always there for you and would cater for anything you asked for with no trouble. We arrived on the 26th June after a 4 hour flight and a two hour ferry trip to get to the island as the nearest airport is Skiathos. We were in holiday mode as soon as we got on the ferry, taking in the sights of neighbouring island Skopelos and sailing past the church featured in Mama Mia which was a surprise to my partner (a big Abba fan!) We were very warmly greeted at 4 Epoches by the young Anastasia and Nikos who were so helpful from the start. Our room was as we expected, exceptionally clean and just what you expect in a proper Greek resort. The air con was spot on and the bed was really comfy (split into two single that pushed together easily with no issues). The rooms were cleaned daily which is a first for us on a Greek island and the standards were high. Breakfast was excellent which included the following: Bacon, sausages, scrambled egg, fried egg, fresh tomatoes, cheese pies, croissants, ham, feta, honey, peaches, watermelon, assorted jams, toast, the lot. Enough variety for any moaning critic. We met the lovely Anna who was the face of the hotel and was the visual head of running the place as she was doing everything for everyone and was a great person to turn to for any advice about the island. The pool was alway quiet at most times and was the perfect size to relax in and out when it was really hot (which it was) and the temperature was perfect. Steni Vala itself was a quiet little boat port with some nice tavernas / restaurants to eat and drink in whilst watching the boats and yachts go in and out, counting the different flags from different nations and enjoying watching the people and locals going about their daily routines. Special shouts out go the the excellent Sossinola and their excellent family run restaurant who were so kind and even gave me a Mythos glass to take home on our last day. The food and service was amazing. Also neighbouring restaurant To Fanari with their fresh fish being brought in daily. We even watched a Grouper Fish being caught, scraped and gutted in front of us which was a sight to be seen! Excellent food again. The small supermarket stocked everything we needed and we even watched the Euro Football in their cafe bar on a couple of occasions with a great set of people. There were two lovely beaches within 20 minutes walking distance (for able walkers), one in particular Agios Petros being really quiet and peaceful and in the other direction the Suelto Beach Bar which was very friendly. If you want to get around the island and visit remote areas you can hire a car from the excellent Sporades Rent A Car which is next to the Ikion Cafe Bar up a small alleyway next to the diving centre. Kostas is a gentleman and will give you a map and explain all the best places to visit on the island. We hired a car for 8 days and v

4 Epoches is the most delightful find! It is everything we look for in a Greek island hotel. It has a lovely setting, is well cared for, and provides excellent service. The rooms are a decent size and have all the facilities you could need to enjoy a restful holiday. The staff are all very friendly and helpful: Katerina, Jack, the room service lady... but actually everyone - even those whose names we don't know. If you need a peaceful, laid back holiday in a delightful environment, then 4 Epoches is the place for you! A big thank you to everyone, following a wonderful holiday. We hope to see you again in the future!

A wonderful hotel, situated in the quiet part of Alonissos despite Steni Vala being the second largest settlement on the island. Do not expect lunches after 1.30, and outside bar service or dinner at any time. Don't worry there is an indoor bar. Nearest restaurant is 1/3rd mile away downhill - you have been warned - but the service and food are excellent and you have to judge how hungry you are because they are large portions. Can advertise this as it is the same family as Tesseris Epochs. Do expect cleanliness to a high standard, a warm welcome, helpful reception staff (Katerina and Giorgos) whose English will cope with the safe does not open, or what time are we leaving - for Jet2 tours and Olympic holidays that can be any time between 3.45 and 5.45 AM. Expect comfortable beds and large bedroom and bathroom, and air conditioning (free) followed by a very good breakfasts, thanks Philipo. We have booked for next year 2024, arriving June 17th and hopefully we get get Room 105 again - hotel please note, efharisto. There are only two bus services to Patitiri (island capital) at 14.20 and 16.40. There is no return using the latter bus although there are expensive taxis in the town. Cost is E1.80 per person and cards can be used. The only trips from Steni Vala are those going diving and/or swimming (Ixion trips). Plenty of walking if it is not too hot, or you have mobility problems like me. Thanks also to Nicos and Julia for making the holiday so special.