Just wanted to say a big thanks for a great stress free holiday. You and Mum made us feel very welcome and we will be coming back sometime next year, sorry!!!!
Love Christine and Lynsey Wheat. xx (September 25, 2006)
The Hilton family would just like to say thank you for making us feel so welcome it was like coming home. We had a lovely holiday and hope to return to Mastihari again next year.
Brenda Hilton (September 23, 2006)
Just got back yesterday after a week being tormented by Costa but having
a Fantastic time.
Facilities are great home from home but better weather and food.
First time we have stayed this year. Our family stayed last year but we couldn't
get in (last year) and had to stay at another hotel in Mastichari, but where
made welcome all the same.
Be back next year.
It's true, go as a guest leave as a friend.
Keep up the good work.
Coraine & Paul Carney (Sheffield, UK)(September 21, 2006)
We had a really lovely time.The whole time was sooooo relaxing.Costa and
his mum are truely sincere and lovely people,as was Dorothy.We were treated
like family.We will be back
again and again and again.
Love Margaret and Philip Room 11.xxxxxx (September 20, 2006)
Just wanted to say a big thank-you for the great time we had with Dorathea,
Ellena and yourself.
You made it real special with all your hard work and your happy smiling face.
Remember to give yourself and Dorathea some time - reception can close! as
it says on the door.
When is Barbara's picture appearing on the website?
Can`t wait to see you next time.
Hans, Jen, Kurt and Mitchell (July 31, 2006)
Well it's getting near that time of year again. We've been coming here since 2000 and will continue to do so until we see why everyone likes it so much. Ok the rooms are clean and have air conditioning, the staff are friendly and will bend over backwards (even Costa's boyfriend) to help you. The BBQ nights are fantastic, the food is excellent, you now get transported to and from the airport. The prices are lower than last year. So what's all the fuss about? Looks like we will have to return again in July to find out.
Kelvino & Hanna (April 21, 2006)
what a fantastic place, 5 times we have been to kos and it gets better every time. we stayed at the ilious & irene in 2oo4, fantastic Angelo & Costas what a pair of guys nothing to much trouble, if your going to Kos, want great time go and see the guys at the Ilious & Irene.
The Chapmans (January 31, 2006)
We came out to Kos this year to get married at Antimachia. We had a fabulous time and Angelo and Costa were perfect hosts to celebrate with our family and friends after the wedding. What more can we say but 'That's Amore'! Thank you to everyone for their hospitality and the many gifts we came home with. We shall be returning very soon for a more relaxing break.
Mike and Lynne ( September 15, 2005 )
Hello there chaps,
All I have to say about your hotel is that I only ever visited the bar. That
was brilliant. Every night after our meal I'd always look forward to relaxing
there. Plus, I never felt like I was going to a bar, it was like going to a
friends house for the evening. At this moment I'm guessing you're wondering
who I am. Well, Angelo would know me as the boy who wore the Captain Discount
T-shirt. Costa would know me as the oldest boy in the family of 6 that ate breakfast
at the hotel in the 2nd week. Plus we have a really annoying mum who nagged
you for Greek phrases. But I just wanted to tell you that your place really
was the best on that island. Even if I did only visit the bar.
Anyways, thanks again for making my holiday absolutely brilliant.
Sayonara
Dean (September 03, 2005)
Never going again,wild horses wouldnt get us back there! Only kidding we
have been 5 times and will return sooner if not later in
fact although we have been to many places on holidays and enjoyed them we
always feel as if we are going home when wego to Mastahari and all the family
definately reguard the guys as special friends.
Julie,Tony, Laura Little and not forgetting Harry
Julie Little ( June 20, 2005 )
Angelo & Costas are kind,helpful & a good crack. Their mum is even
nicer.We were delayed for 1 day & arrived late, In out room waiting for
us was a couple of cold beers & some feta/cucumber.
Costas has many talents, not only having an Insect as a friend, he cleans,Irons,does
good impressions of a mosquito.His Tom Jones impression is to die for! Only
kidding my friend!!!We will be back next year as we did arrive as guests & left
as friends
jason woods (September 03, 2004)
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We stayed here last year and thought it was great. The apartments are clean
with everything you need especially good is the air conditioning. Owners
are welcoming and its in a good location. We liked it so much we're staying
here again this July.
Tracy Ashby (July 02, 2003)
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My girlfriend and i spent a week here, and we thought it was beautiful.
Even though we're both 19, we decided we wanted a quiet holiday to relax
after university. Excursions were available into Kos Town at a reasonable
price for bar crawls and themed evenings. We booked with Manos Holidays.
Stelios the owner is very friendly, and a beer and traditional Greek snacks
were presented to us on our arrival. The rooms were basic but more than sufficient,
and air conditioning was free. Definately recommended to anyone wanting a
relaxing holiday. Pool is clean, with a bar on hand, and the beach is a 3
minute walk away. Eating out is cheap, with many tavernas to choose from,
with good menus and delicious food. Beware the cocktails, they can be lethal!!!
Matthew Cotton (July 02, 2003)
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We will be visiting the ilios apartments for the third time(May) this year.Stelios
the owner is a very friendly chap, on your arrival you may be greeted with
light refreshments from him. We arrived late at night and he was still waiting
for our arrival with a bottle of beer and a few nibbles. The beach is a stones
throw away or there is a good pool with bar a few seconds walk from the apartments.The
room are basic but are cleaned daily except Sundays. The fact that it's our
3rd visit in a row speaks for itself.
julie little (April 04, 2003)
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We didn't actually stay here but ended up discovering the place on our very
last night (the one where the Manos forgot about us and only got us to the
airport by cab with 30mins to spare). I say discovered we walked past it
every day but never went in assuming it was the same as the Christina (where
we stayed - see my review) while the Christina had no communal facilities
the I&I has a bar sat TV internet etc and 3 very friendly English speaking
staff.The brothers that manage it, Angelo & Costas were really great
when our coach never turned up to take us to the airport, guys if you're
reading this Marie and I are really grateful.They even stayed up to meet
their new arrivals, we didn't meet our hosts for 2 days!
Laz Allen (July 15, 2004)
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The resort in general is clean,safe,un-spoilt and perfect for relaxing.One of the best nights was the greek night in the apts -9 euros for the food was well worth it plus we had a 'special guest'Mr Barry white of all people(AKA Angelo)!!I will be going back and i will stay at the Ilios and Irini apts.A really good holiday which was enjoyed by all
Andy Wright(August 2004)
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Yasso,
My family and I are booked for 15th September (2005) and can't wait.
We were in Mastihari this year but stayed at other apartments.
Love mastihari & look forward to meeting you all.
Leanna
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This year was our 5th to these apartments and we have already booked for 2005. Our holidays here are a reunion,meeting friends again. People often ask what is so special about mastihari,what has it got? Well,not a lot and that's what we like about it. What is has got is a nice beach,bars,a nice harbour and it's not far from anywhere on Kos. The apartments and the owners are something special. Self catering with a lounge bar,air conditioning, telephones in rooms. Now the down side is of course,you have to suffer Angelo & Costa. They insist you go to the Sunday BBQ's, make you stay up late drinking and talking until the early hours,and Costa would not let me leave until I rode on the back of his pink spice girls scooter. And what with Angelo dancing every night to Kingston town,I can see him now. I just hope I get to see the figs again next year,Costa will explain that,ha,ha. Can't wait for next year and hopefully to see their parents, Giovanni & Elena again, wonderful people. You will not receive a more genuine welcome anywhere. I look forward to seeing them all again and of course, Stelios and his family too.
Kelvino & Anna.
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We first visited Kos, because we thought there would be night life for our daughter and her friend. It was not my first choice by any means. On our arrival at the Ilios & Irini we were met by Stelios and who served us fruit & drinks to welcome us as a guest. Over the years we have got to know more of the family,Giovanni, Elena, Angelo, Costa, including the sons of Stelios. These people are so honest and genuine,and nothing is too much trouble for them. They make their guest feel so special. The only problem is Costa's pink Spice Girls scooter that he insisted I ride when we go fishing.
Last year we met new friends who will be back in 2005,so we look forward to seeing them all again. And like it says on their web-site. Come as a guest,leave as a friend. Please don't tell too many of your friends about these lovely apartments and Angelo & Costantino,because it is getting harder to book every year. But if you want to see Angelo dance to "Kingston Town" every night,book up now.........
Kelvino & Anna,xxx
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August 2005 will be our 4th trip to Mastihari with our children and the third time we will have stayed at Ilios and Irini. From someone that has certain expectations from holidays I can assure you Angelo and Costa and the resort deliver way beyond our needs.
As hosts, the brothers are attentive; they make everyone feel special, and nothing is too much trouble. They have a genuine charm and it is a pleasure to spend time in their company, sober or not (mostly not).
They never sleep and after they have finished with the guests they go clubbing normally with my daughter. Angelo will spend all night honing his DJ skills and if you want to strut your stuff on the tables off you go. Their carefree and laidback attitude always ensure people are at ease and free to enjoy themselves.
BBQ nights are a must. Great value, great entertainment and great food, the boys and their mum (Elena) really make an effort for your enjoyment. However you have to be prepared to talk to your fellow holidaymakers and let yourself be free of your typical English reserve. Not a real hardship I can promise you.
The rooms are good by Greek standards with a couple of great additions. They have air conditioning, a power shower and a loo where you can flush loo paper. The kitchen area is adequate for breakfast and it is so cheap to eat out that we have never cooked a meal in the room all the time we have stayed there. The one time we have eaten in, Angelo was kind enough to pick up a meal from the village and deliver it to the door. What a superstar.
As Kelvin, who we met in 2003, said in one of his earlier reviews it was
not his first choice and neither was it ours, but I am sure glad we stumbled
across it. If you ever manage to be in the area on May 6 make sure you meet
up with Angelo as it is his birthday.
Mark