A selection of tourist reviews about holidays on the island of Zakynthos in the Ionian Sea. Find out if it is worth going to the resort in 2021. Vacationers' impressions of the weather, beaches, hotels, excursions and entertainment. Pros and cons.
Reviews about the weather in Zakynthos
The low season in Zakynthos lasts from November to April. In spring, the coast is fragrant with flowers, and the first tourists come to the island.
Masha Govorova: "The Venetians nicknamed Zakynthos Il fiore di Levante, i.e flower of the east... May meadows were covered with chicory, poppies and daisies, and the cities were buried in cherry-red bougainvillea. "
Many tourists visit Zakynthos in June. In early summer, the weather is very warm. The air temperature reaches +27 ... + 29 ° С, and sea water up to +23 ... + 24 ° С.
Even more people come to the island in July and August, when the heat wave breaks out. By 9: 00-10: 00 am the thermometer rises above + 30 ° C. During the day, real heat reigns + 33 ... + 36 ° С. The sea is very comfortable + 26 ... + 27 ° С.
Natalia: "We were in Zakynthos at the end of July. Air conditioning in the hotel for an additional fee - 6 euros per day, but we did not take it, since our room was always well ventilated by a light sea breeze."
The velvet season lasts until the end of October. There is no heat in autumn, but the sea is still warm - at the end of September + 24 ° С.
Yulia: "We got three days of rain while on vacation, but sunny days proved that September is a velvet season."
Reviews of hotels in Zakynthos
On the picturesque island, you can stay in luxury 5 * boutique hotels, which receive guests on an all-inclusive program, in villas and in inexpensive apartments. There are no large hotel complexes here, and the declared star rating corresponds to the real level of service. The most comfortable hotels are located in the popular resort of Laganos.
To make your holiday in Zakynthos a success in 2021, study the reviews of tourists about hotels.
Irina: "The hotel Arion Resort 3 * was greeted excellently. I liked absolutely everything: the weather, the staff, the sea, most importantly - complete relaxation, which I dreamed of for a whole year. Only in Greece I get such emotions."
barbieDi: "The location of Locanda Beach Hotel 3 * is good. It's 10-15 minutes drive from the airport. A small village of Argassi with a developed infrastructure. The hotel has a beach, a couple of steps, go down the steps, and you are on the sea."
Natalia: "The Zante Royal Resort & Water Park 4 * all-inclusive food system: a gorgeous restaurant, there are fresh fruits, a lot of juicy sweet watermelons, meat, fish, side dishes, breakfasts are also good."
Not all tourists have a good vacation in Zakynthos. Some hotels received negative reviews.
Anna: "The staff at the reception of the Astir Palace 4 * hotel is polite, attentive, efficient. But the TV is prehistoric, and the furniture and plumbing are old."
Anastasia: "The restaurant of the Locanda 3 * hotel? This is a parody of a restaurant, an ordinary canteen with self-service. The food is monotonous and tasteless."
Reviews about the beaches and the sea in Zakynthos
The Ionian Sea is clean and warm. The island has sandy, pebbly and rocky beaches. In many places, the entrance to the water is shallow and even, so families with children like rest in Zakynthos. According to tourists, the best beaches stretch along the eastern and southern coasts.
The resorts of Laganos, Argassi, Kalamaki, Vasilikos, Alikanas, Alykes and Tsilivi are famous for their excellent sandy beaches. They have all the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable stay. Tourists get to the most famous beach of Zakynthos - Navagio during a sea excursion.
IrinaSS85: "On Gerakas Beach there are sun loungers with umbrellas and a narrow strip for savages. Turtle eggs are laid on this beach, most of it is fenced off. There are no waves. Entry into the sea is smooth, you need to move far for the depth to begin."
Imerkalova: "On Porto Limnionas Beach we snorkeled and admired the starfish and interesting caves. Very deep just from the coast. Sunset from the concrete platforms."
Reviews about excursions in Zakynthos
According to tourists, guided boat trips are popular during holidays in Zakynthos. Resorts are taken to the largest of the Ionian Islands - Kefalonia, so that they can see the ancient monastery of St. Gerasimus and the Drogarati limestone cave. Boats deliver vacationers to the Blue Caves and to two small islands - Strofada.
The most popular excursion in Zakynthos is a boat trip to the picturesque bay of Navagio. First, sightseers are shown the rocky coast from the observation deck, and then they are taken by boat along the western coast of the island. In the azure bay of Navagio, holidaymakers relax on the beach and swim in the sea.
AlexeevIgor: "Navagio Bay impresses with huge sheer cliffs blocking the path to the beach by land, and a magnificent turquoise sea."
TheShamins: "Keri Caves is a very beautiful place! Magnificent landscapes, indescribable color of water, bright colors of greenery on the shore. This is definitely worth seeing."
According to tourists, it is interesting to visit the capital of the island of the same name during a vacation in Zakynthos. This is a cozy port city, where the ancient Cathedral of St. Dionysius, St. Mark's Square and the Byzantine Museum are located.
olgardkv: "Even if you are not a religious person, I recommend visiting this place for a greater immersion in the culture and worldview of the island. The Cathedral of St. Dionysius amazes with its interior decoration and ancient icons."
Entertainment reviews
According to tourists' reviews for 2019-2020, children like Zakynthos holidays. In addition to the beaches and two water parks, you can watch turtles hatch on Turtle Island. The tiny caretta caretta turtles appear on the beach, which is part of the marine reserve.
To see the large turtles, take a boat trip around Laganas Bay or visit the turtle island of Marathonisi. Be sure to check out the zoo in the Axos Stone Landscape Park.
Zakynthos has a rich underwater world, and the visibility in the sea is up to 40 m. The island's diving centers offer tourists a dozen spectacular dive sites. Learn to scuba dive and see turtles and monk seals in the sea!
Irina: “In the evening, we explored the nightlife of Laganas. We met a lot of English youth who had escaped from home and were resting to the fullest. We were the most conservatively dressed people.”
Kolia_oro.egor: "In the Water Village, sun loungers and umbrellas are free. And they are enough for everyone."
azalesky: "The test dive with my son went great. I would like to note the good instructions before departure and the great diving sites."
Pros and cons of staying in Zakynthos
From the reviews of tourists about holidays in Zakynthos in 2019-2020, it is clear that many people liked the Greek island. Elderly people, parents with children and youth liked to have a rest here.
pros holidays in Zakynthos in 2021:
- Mild warm climate.
- Clean and beautiful Ionian Sea.
- The opportunity to spend a vacation away from big cities.
- Luxurious rocky landscapes.
- Lots of greenery.
- Calm atmosphere.
- Interesting boat trips.
- Convenient beaches for families with children.
Aleksey: "The island is just a miracle, unique nature and downright unreal beaches. I was especially impressed by the evening walks. I recommend this island to rest for a couple of weeks, everyone will be delighted."
Minuses:
- Zakynthos is small in size.
- It's a little boring for young people.
- The island is overly Europeanized. There is little Greek flavor here.
Olga-Fighter2018: "The food is very standard, the seafood for an island in the Ionian Sea is just miserable."
The nuances of rest in Zakynthos and tourist advice
In the south of the island there is a noisy party resort where European youth like to relax. If you are looking for a relaxing and quiet holiday, choose hotels away from the bars and nightclubs of Laganas.
On the island's municipal free beaches, sun loungers and parasols belong to coastal restaurants and cafes. Buy a cocktail or drink from them and use the beach equipment for free.
There are many beautiful viewpoints on the island, from where spectacular photos of the coast and the Ionian Sea are obtained. Don't forget to take your camera on your trip!
The main entertainment in Zakynthos is designed for lovers of the sea. Rent a boat and sail to the coastal caves or take a sightseeing tour of the island.
