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 | 9/10 |
 I don't normally post my comments with regard to holidays on the net but after returning from the Christina Apartments in Tsilivi, Zakynthos - I felt I had to put a few things straight after reading some of the what now seem like silly comments. To be honest as this was a last minute holiday I had no expectations of these apartments as the Travel Agents hadn't got much deail on them so I read various reviews from different websites which, were mixed which made me think, what was I letting myself in for?? But I have to say I loved the Christina Apartments, they were very basic but clean - they also had air conditioning which is a life saver in 38 degree heat! (If you want luxury I suggest you fork out the extra few quid to pay for it). They are on a steep hill so would not recommend for elderly people but if your looking for a holiday where you can just chill all day and walk into resort at night (Tsilivi - 10/15 min walk) these are perfect. Christina and her family run the resort and this is the first time I had stayed at a family run resort and it made all the difference. They were so friendly and welcoming and would do anything for you, the Greek night every Tuesday is a brill night and we got to know lots of people staying at the apartments. The pool bar serves kinda snacky food which is nice and drink, you will be served as long as you can drink but the music is lowered at 12 and turned off at 1.30am. Once you close your sliding door you can't hear anything anyway. What other apartments would have all the staff waiting to kiss and hug you goodbye and wish you a safe flight - as I said before the family run aspect made the holiday more personal!
I had read a review which complained about the aeroplanes flying very low over the resort?? I'd say roughly 4 planes fly over during the day but like at home you don't really bat an eye-lid but I had taken notice because of the review. They are not allowed to have night flights in Zakynthos because of the Turtles, they are protected and the noise of the planes might disturb the nesting on Lagana beach.
Overall brilliant holiday, would highly recommend the Christina Apartments!! I am sad  to be home now and will be paying them a visit some time very soon. | |
| Paula Dwyer (Tuesday, July 01, 2008) | 1 post by Paula Dwyer | |
 - Ireland |
| 9/10 |
We came back from christina apts on oct 4th. 8 adults to 4 apts. we had a fantastic time and were very well looked after. rooms were comfy and very clean. apts are just in the right place,a little stroll to the nite life. Christina was great with us all. the greek nite was brilliant. we are definitely going back in june 2008. | |
| steve turner (Thursday, November 08, 2007) | 1 post by steve turner | |
| - UK |
| 8/10 |
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I come back from Christina on 30th September. The room I had was good, always clean and shower worked all the time. I have been going to Zante for 20 years now and yes I have stayed in better but I have also stayed in worse, it all depends what you expect from Greek basic accomodation. Although I did not spend a lot of time around the pool when I came back in the evening and had a few drinks late on there was no problem.The staff were always friendly, always got a good morning on my way out. I sprained my ankle late on in the holiday and so instead of walking I asked one of the staff to ring me cabs to go out, again this was no problem for them ( phone cards were 4 euro to use the same phone but I was never asked for any money). All in all another great holiday on zante and although these are a bit far out of the village for me I would not hesitate in going back to them.| bill OBrien (Monday, October 08, 2007) | View 7 posts by bill OBrien | |
| - United States |
 | 3/10 |
   Well the hotel was a nightmare, I dont know what room that other women and fam were in but ours was horrid. I came back with a rash from the bed covers, the staff were ignorant and soo un helpful!! We brought a toaster cos theres nothing to cook on, and we had to hide it from the maid cos on the notice it says you cant bring in any electrical products of your own, its just a ploy to get you to spend at the bar, and from what we tried the food was horrid. And I know you dont go on holiday to stay in your room, but my fellas a diabetic and needs carbs in a morning with his insulin shot! But the thing that made up for it was the view, we were suppose to have inland view, but the sea view was amazing!As for the cutlery, etc what people were moaning about, we had two of everything, so that was ok, you do only get one toilet roll on arrival, but it is self catering, so its expected. the towels were a little grubby, but ok and we got plenty, and changed every two or three days. The bedding was horrid, not cleaned properly and as I said I had a rash from head to toe with it, had to sleep on my own towels i took. The bathroom is a nightmare, our shower was either scolding hot or cold no middle ground, the shower curtain was so grubby, the mirror and shelf had smears, water marks, toothpaste and god knows what else from previous people cleaning teeth etc, which wasnt cleaned when we got there. and the floor...the drainage was not done properly and its was 1-2 inch of cold, dirty water continually there, we had to ruin a pain of my fellas flip flops, to use to stand on for the toilet etc! It was like an andventure every morning and evening  the cleaner tho bless her, did the best with what she could and we left her a tip as she had it rough from the staff running the place. As for the steep hill, its not too bad, and beleive me ladies, after two weeks there my bum loved it, like a little work out, lol! overall, as many people have said if you're using it just as a base and to sleep its fine, but dont expect much, we deffinatly wont be going there again, like some one else said, for the sake of spending a few more hundred quid for some where, nicer, cleaner and friendlier, do it!! | |
| sam eaton (Monday, September 24, 2007) | View 4 posts by sam eaton | |
| - UK |
| hi iv been reading some of the comments and i just have to say that some of you are completely mad !
give the place a break ! we were there last may with our daughter and we were very surprised on arrival, we thought we were in the wrong place. christinas had just had massive renovation and it really showed. i admit it was basic but our apartment was spotless, and very spacious, kitchen utensils were basic but who cares ? if you wanna stand there and cook a meal then thats up to you, i thought you went on holiday to get away from all that ?? as for mice and cockroaches we didnt see any, we saw loads in gran canaria . yeh its not a 5 star hotel so if thats what people want then they should book a clearly stated top rated hotel. all in all we would definately go back to christinas coz at the end of the day if you want a cheap break then well worth it .    | |
| marie browning (Thursday, September 06, 2007) | View 3 posts by marie browning | |
| - UK |
 | 4/10 |
 
I have a couple of other photos to add here. | |
| Rachel Moore (Monday, August 27, 2007) | View 9 posts by Rachel Moore | |
| - UK |
| 4/10 |
  
We just returned from here last Thursday. We have been to Tsilivi twice before and are used to the basic greek rooms but I totally agree with the comment below. These were more than basic. Grotty!! Hardly any kitchen equipment and the fridge was forsted up, no door on the freezer. The bathroom was cleaned but still manky and the shower was more than basic and the curtain foisty and mouldy. The towels were two hand towles and we couldn't tell if they were changed in a fortnight maybe twice and even the "fresh ones" smelled. Had to buy toilet roll for the duration never experienced this in Tsilivi beofre and even though were self catering you are not allowed to consume any food or drink around the pool which had not been purchased at the bar.
The staff were quite ignorant, not very helpful could speak basic english but seemed to be nicer to the couples and families who spent all day and night there eating and drinking whereas we spent some days on excursions and the beach etc. It seemed like you were putting them out of their way by being there.
The pool area was nice and there were enough sunbeds and location was good although up a slight hill I will try and add photos to give an idea. Our holiday was quite cheap in comparison to last year and this was reflected in the condition of these apartments, for the sake of an extra £100 I would suggest staying somewhere with a cleaner and friendlier atmosphere next time! | |
| Rachel Moore (Monday, August 27, 2007) | View 9 posts by Rachel Moore | |
| - UK |
| 3/10 |
| We stayed at the Christina Apartments for a week in July. This was our first time here.
We were very disappointed by our room. It was basic to say the least. Our kitchen equipment consisted of 2 plates, 2 mugs - 1 chipped, 2 knives - only good for buttering bread, 1 spoon. All the crockery was very old. The fridge was iced up and had a funny smell.
The room was spacious but the furniture was very very basic and could do with replacing - we had no handles on one drawer. We had a good view from the balcony and it was large enough to sit out on.
however we thought the bathroom was horrendous. Terrible shower - i felt it was very unhygenic as the shower curtain rested on top of the toilet. The tile floor was trecherously slippy.
We only got clean towels once when we were there and these were hand towels - and we had to ask for them. Also you have to supply your own toilet roll - we have been on many holidays and this is the first time we have had to do this.
Some days our room wasnt cleaned and we never had a change of sheets.
On a plus point though the pool area was fantastic and we couldnt have asked for better - Large, clean pool, plenty of sun loungers.
The pool bar was ok - lots of flies which put me off eating anything and the tables never looked clean.
The location of these apartments is very good, just on the edge of the town - 5 minute walk away from all the fab restaurants and bars and about 10 minutes from the beach. and the little hill is not steep at all. I managed it in 4 inch heels!
We will definatley return to Zante and Tsilivi - we fell in love with the place but next time WONT be staying at the Christina Apartments.
Plus points for Tzilivi
Definately do the Turtle Trek and Shipwreck tour - Make sure Chris is your guide - hes fabulous.
Level Bar and Two Brothers are fantastic
We never had a bad dining experience and we ate in loads of different places.
Enjoy your holiday xxx | |
| Tracy Allan (Monday, August 13, 2007) | 1 post by Tracy Allan | |
| - UK |
| 8/10 |
Christina and her family do a woderful job although it does not have a childs club etc.. it is a wonderful greek getaway, It has a very clean pool and a good bar area though it can get very noisy on Greek night & pool party night.
The 2 bed apartments are large & roomy (although the showers are a possibly the worst showers we have ever used!)
it is a nice walk to the beach and if its your first time in tsilivi you have to try our friend Thomas restraunt Edem its fantastic, if you fancy a cooked breakfast try Stamnas also a great place to eat. Be aware that it is 10 euro for the horse &carriage ride. (they will charge more if you dont agree a price 1st!)
and 5 euros for a taxi
We took my met my parents for a week of our holiday & they stayed at Christina as well also enjoyed it, they stayed in the 1 bed studio and thought the room wasnt to the same standard as our 2 bed!
anyway hope you enjoy your stay there we are booking again for next year YAMMAS! | |
| kelly bailey (Thursday, August 09, 2007) | 1 post by kelly bailey | |
| - UK |
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I'm going to the Christina in sept and wondering what its really like? I've read some really bad reviews on different websites, and I'm more than a little apprehensive. If anyones been recently can you let me know, thanks I went to tsilivi in June this year and stayed at the Planos apartholtel, and loved it, tryed to book there again, but completly sold out hence why I booked here, lol, but wish I'd read reviews first. But for people who have been asking about how far away it is, its only a few mins from the planos/tsilivi area, we walked by it a few times while there, thats why I booked cos its close to the part of tsilivi we liked, but if you're wanting the main bit,(near popeyes etc) its a good 20-30 walk. | |
| sam eaton (Tuesday, August 07, 2007) | View 4 posts by sam eaton | |
| - UK |
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hi could anybody tell me the phone number for the christina including the code for greece.we are staying there from the 12 aug and want to leave the number behind as a contact for family should they need me.this is our first time in zante and im so looking forward to it. | |
| joanne bowes (Sunday, August 05, 2007) | 1 post by joanne bowes | |
| - UK |
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