Submission date: 2008-05-05 - Date of Stay: August 2007
Submitted by: Tristan - From: Greece
Type of Traveller: Pleasure Seeker - Age Group: 18 - 25
I love The Pink Palace
We loved our stay at The Pink Palace! It has the most beautiful room views of the sea and mountains, amazing traditional Greek food everyday and allows you to relax, party or adventure around the town, at The pink Palace it really is all about you and whatever you want you can have!!
Submission date: 2007-09-22 - Date of Stay: July 2007
Submitted by: Rob - From: United States
Type of Traveller: Pleasure Seeker - Age Group: 18 - 25
A joke of a place
I'm not kidding. This place is a joke. There's no accountability, therefore allowing this hostel empire for frat boy rejects to steal your money and keep you there longer than expected in your worst nightmare.
If you want to go to big kids summer camp, the Pink Palace is the place for you. The booz cruiser is actually an old dingy fishing boat with a captain who masturbates semi-publicly as the boat passes the nude beach. The workers look depressed, making so little money they have no choice but to stay another day. The bartenders tend to fight the paying patrons. The dance club...i can't even call it one. Our power went out twice, and water once, in a four-day period. The best thing about the place was leaving. The second best thing is the alcoholic sercurity man/bouncer, Billy.
Visited Pink Palace a few months ago during my backpacking trip and I just had to return again. +++ They have hotel style rooms with A/C, 3 course dinner, Breakfast with Fried Eggs, Nightclub, HotTub and Private beach. The best part of 2007 was the addition of the Mythology Kayak Safari (go out on Ionian Sea for HIstory, Culture and Mythology Tour with Wine Tasting on secluded beach) + now they have FREE yoga and meditation classes. The only thing I was a little bummed by...was that I missed the opening of the new Sunset terrace for dinner. At 25 euros it may seem a little pricey but luckily we stayed 4 nights and got the 5th night for free... POSITIVES 4. Yoga and Meditation classes at Sunset down by the Sea 3. Quad Safari around the island, 2. Booze Cruise visit to the Bat Caves 1. Kayak Safari Wine Tasting and learning about Greek Gods & Language
Submission date: 2006-02-23 - Date of Stay: December 2005
Submitted by: Cody Black - From: United Kingdom
Type of Traveller: Backpacker - Age Group: 18 - 25
A fantastic stay from start to finish
This place is first rate! I've never had such a great time at a hostel. The staff made us feel like part of the family - which after the stresses and strains of backpacking through Europe, was a breath of fresh air. We were superbly looked after, and I couldn't believe what good value for money it was. It's quite remote, but it's in a beautiful bay, which is great if you want to relax for a few days, and there are loads of activities to enjoy. I would highly recommend taking out the quads - I had such a good time on the quad safari; the best way to see the 'real' Corfu. It's good to see a place that includes meals in the price. I think a lot of other European hostels could take note of the Pink Palace's good example. I must also mention the inventive cocktails - which you simply must try while you're there. The bar staff are very entertaining and friendly, and they have the longest happy hour at the bar that I have ever come across. Pure class.
Submission date: 2006-02-22 - Date of Stay: January 2006
Submitted by: Marina Bell - From: United Kingdom
Type of Traveller: Mature Couple - Age Group: 41 - 50
A truly wonderful surprise find!
We happened upon this place by chance. Who would have thought that this sort of hostel would suit a mature couple? My husband and I travelled here and were surprised to find that it was ideal for us. We met a number of other couples during our stay and made some great new friends. The staff treated us like family, and the food was to die for! Fantastic Greek cuisine every night and all included in the price. The rooms are charming and they have to say that the view from the balcony is amazing simply doesn't do it justice. I couldn't have wished for a nicer stay. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing break.
