Ratings based on 29 Verified Reviews

4.7 out of 5
100% of guests recommend
4.8 Room cleanliness
4.8 Service & staff
4.7 Room comfort
4.8 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
4 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Posted 27 Sep 2023
Great spot. Handy having the bar/taverna right in front. Host empties the trash and brings fresh towels daily. Only disappointment was that the sun beds shown in the photos are not included with the room rate. Beds in the room left us with a bit of a back ache as well.
Comment from Hotel Management
29 Sep 2023 by rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Dear Sean,Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your stay at Barefoot Contessa. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed our prime location and the convenience of having a bar/taverna right in front of our property.We apologize for any inconvenience regarding the sun beds and the comfort of the beds in your room. We strive to ensure our guests are fully informed and comfortable, and we are sincerely sorry for falling short in these aspects during your stay. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly look into these matters to improve our service and guest experience.Thank you again for your valuable comments, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more comfortable and seamless stay in the future.Warm Regards,rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa
5 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Posted 27 Sep 2023
It was amazing. Confortable, relaxing and very convenient. And lovely owner !
Comment from Hotel Management
27 Sep 2023 by rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Dear Maryam,Thank you immensely for sharing your delightful experience at Barefoot Contessa. We are thrilled to know that you found our place comfortable, relaxing, and convenient.It's always heartwarming to hear kind words about our ownership; we truly believe that personal touch and genuine hospitality make a significant difference in our guests' experiences.We genuinely hope to welcome you back on your next visit to the area, and we promise to keep delivering the same level of comfort and warmth!Best wishes,rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa
5 out of 5
by A verified traveler

The perfect beach location in beautiful Lourdas

Posted 20 Sep 2023 on Hotels
We absolutely loved our stay at Barefoot Contessa, waking up to the most beautiful view of the sea and mountains and listening to the waves of the sea it was truly perfect. We had everything we needed in the apartment apart from a toaster, but we didn’t miss it. You’re moments away from a beautiful beach and a few tavernas and little bars. There are more up the hill which is a bit of a trek but having a car allowed us to explore everywhere much more easily. The only negatives we had were on arrival the shower had hairs still in it but as it was very late we didn’t get this rectified as we both wanted to shower before bed, it didn’t look like it had been cleaned very well. Towels are changed daily which is great but quite a few of the towels were frayed/stained. The only thing we think that would also need improving cleaning wise is having the apartment floor mopped half way during the week as it did get dirty when staying for the week. Other than those small negatives everything else was perfect and we would most definitely come and stay again. This was our first time in Kefalonia but won’t be our last!
Comment from Hotel Management
20 Sep 2023 by rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Dear Craig,Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your stay at Barefoot Contessa. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the prime location of our property and were able to take full advantage of the beautiful views and nearby attractions.We appreciate your honest feedback regarding the cleanliness and the state of the towels. We sincerely apologize for the oversights you experienced. Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness is extremely important to us, and we regret that we missed the mark during your stay. Rest assured, we will address the cleaning concerns you have mentioned with our housekeeping team to ensure that all areas are properly attended to in the future. We will also look into updating our towel inventory to ensure that all our guests receive fresh, undamaged towels.Your suggestion about a mid-week floor mopping is noted, and we will certainly consider implementing this to enhance the comfort of our guests who stay for extended periods. We are also considering adding a toaster to the list of amenities in the apartments to further enhance our guests' convenience.It is heartening to know that, despite the mentioned downsides, you would consider staying with us again. We are committed to improving and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a flawless experience on your next visit to Kefalonia.Thank you once again for your valuable feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back to Barefoot Contessa in the future.Warm regards,rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa
5 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Posted 12 Sep 2023
The property was perfect for our needs having visited Lourdas a number of times, we know the area well. So close to the beach and local bars and tavernas. The property is very tastefully furnished and extremely clean. Towels changed daily, bins emptied daily and bedding once during our weeks stay. Would definitely, without hesitation, stay here again.
Comment from Hotel Management
16 Sep 2023 by rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Dear Donna,Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us and the community. We are overjoyed to hear that our property met your expectations and contributed to another great visit to Lourdas.It's truly uplifting to know that you appreciated the cleanliness and the daily maintenance we strive to provide, as well as the strategic proximity to the beach and local amenities. We take great pride in our decor and furnishings, aiming to create a comfortable and pleasing atmosphere for our guests.We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to the area. Your confidence and willingness to choose us again are the highest compliments we could receive.Thank you once more for your kind words and endorsement. Until we meet again, take care!Warm regards,rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa
5 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Posted 30 Aug 2023
Comment from Hotel Management
31 Aug 2023 by Angeliki, Hotel Management
Dear James,Thank you for giving us a perfect rating on Expedia. We're delighted to know that your stay at Barefoot Contessa lived up to your expectations. We are committed to providing our guests with exceptional experiences, and it's wonderful to see this reflected in your feedback.Looking forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back soon.Warm regards,rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa
5 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Great place to stay for pure holiday vibes

Posted 26 Jul 2023 on Hotels
This is an excellent place to stay, the people who run it and the bar/restaurant nearby are friendly and super accommodating- even waiting for me to arrive for check in after my flight was delayed. The place itself is big and clean and comfortable. The best thing about it for me was the fact that the beach with cheap say beds was 2 mins from the room, it really helped ease us into holiday mode as soon as we got there. The food in the area was great as well. It was a really wonderful stay
Comment from Hotel Management
2 Aug 2023 by rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Dear guest,Thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at Barefoot Contessa and that our staff was able to make your experience even better.We understand that travelling can sometimes be stressful, especially with unexpected flight delays, so we're glad we could provide a warm welcome to help you ease into holiday mode. We're also happy to hear that you enjoyed the convenience of our location near the beach, as well as the food in the area.Your kind words truly inspire our team to continue delivering top-notch service to all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful stay in the future!Best regards,rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa
1 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Not for us

Posted 15 Jul 2023 on Hotels
Nothing too relaxing very bad experience. If you choose that apartment in Lourdas you will get a minimum of equipment, bar very expensive and redness from owners. We ordered Greek salad but they give us without oil and olive no taste only veg Shame on you. The first time we have something like this. I do not know maybe you have a problem with people like us. The beach is beautiful and the seawater is amazing and the view is unforgettable with the mountain in the back of your place but you can get better accodomnetion in Lourdas than this. For the sunbed, you pay € 8 per day if you use it. Other than accommodation have or for free. Only one toaster for the whole 10 rooms??? Glass limits available. One little square kitchen towel to clean your dishes?? Most important the Air conditioning old fashion very old-fashioned and if you use makes horrible noise! the kitchen area yes has its windows but it's very warm, the owner should think about it. No that's enough. We could give more, that it's our opinion. We will be back with no option but no barefoot contessa We get information from different accordaminations and we notice the better place for that money. We travel a lot and we can compare, it poorly. Internet rubbish:(
Comment from Hotel Management
15 Jul 2023 by rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Dear Monika,We truly appreciate your comprehensive review and it's unfortunate to hear that your experience did not meet expectations.We understand that you were not fully satisfied with our amenities and had issues with our pricing, food quality, and room facilities. Rest assured, we strive to deliver the highest quality of service to our guests and your feedback is invaluable for us to improve our offerings.Concerning the Greek salad you ordered, we apologize if it did not meet your expectations. Our aim is to deliver authentic Greek cuisine and we will address this concern with our kitchen staff. As for the sunbed charges, they are in line with the prices of other properties in the area, but we understand if you found it inconvenient.In regards to the noise issue from the air conditioning, we have duly noted this and will ensure to check and fix this issue in your room as well as across our property. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Similarly, we have taken your feedback regarding the kitchen amenities and our team will work on improving these aspects.We have also taken note of your comments regarding the internet connection. As mentioned in our previous correspondence, we have been working closely with our service provider to address this issue and we hope that in future, we can provide a seamless internet experience for all our guests.We truly apologize for any inconvenience caused during your stay, and we deeply value your feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with a much-improved experience. Your satisfaction is our priority and we will do everything we can to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable stay should you choose to visit us again.Best regards,rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa
5 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Icing on the cake!!

Posted 10 Jul 2023 on Hotels
Comment from Hotel Management
10 Jul 2023 by rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Dear Gaynor,Thank you so much for your perfect rating and positive review of Barefoot Contessa!We're thrilled to hear that your stay with us was like the "icing on the cake". We aim to provide all our guests with a memorable experience and we're glad that we met your expectations.We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.Best regards,rapidbounce on behalf of Barefoot Contessa
5 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Posted 23 Aug 2022
We had a beautiful sea view on our balcony where we would enjoy a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. The beach was beautiful with a gradual slope. It has small washed rock until you are a few feet in the water and then there is a sandy bottom.The staff was very friendly and accomodating. I highly recommend the Barefoot Contessa
Comment from Hotel Management
26 Sep 2022 by Anastasia on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, as guest satisfaction is always a priority for us. We hope we will have the opportunity to provide you with our hospitality in the future and reward your loyalty!Kind regards,
5 out of 5
by A verified traveler

Great place to relax on the beach.

Posted 15 Aug 2022 on Hotels
Close to beach and walking distance to several good restaurants. Nice for a couple of days of doing very little..
Comment from Hotel Management
26 Sep 2022 by Anastasia on behalf of Barefoot Contessa, Hotel Management
Thank you very much for such a positive review. We are flattered by your compliments and do hope to see you soon and provide you again with our warm hospitality!Kind regards,