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Kefalonia Bay Palace

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Beach nearby
Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Sea View | Balcony view
Deluxe Double Room, Sea View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Agia Efimia, Kefalonia, Kefalonia Island, 28081
  • Place, Elies Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Melissani Cave Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Myrtos Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Sea View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Sea View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Sea View

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Suite, Sea View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Suite, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Kefalonia Bay Palace places you next to Ionian Sea and Grouta Beach. This 47-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Elies Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Melissani Cave Lake - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Myrtos Beach - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Acropolis of Sami - 20 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Port of Argostoli - 42 min drive - 23.3 miles

Getting around

  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Familia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪karnagio - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Art Katerina - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fiore D'Amore - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Adonis - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Kefalonia Bay Palace

Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
Guests staying at Kefalonia Bay Palace enjoy access to 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden, and a TV in a common area.
24-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other amenities include furnished balconies, refrigerators, and coffee makers.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Built in 2010
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (33 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Kefalonia Bay Palace
Kefalonia Bay Palace Hotel
Kefalonia Bay Palace Agia Efimia
Kefalonia Bay Palace Hotel Agia Efimia
Kefalonia Bay Palace Hotel
Kefalonia Bay Palace Kefalonia
Kefalonia Bay Palace Hotel Kefalonia

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kefalonia Bay Palace?

Kefalonia Bay Palace offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Kefalonia Bay Palace?

This hotel is located in Kefalonia, just steps from Ionian Sea and Grouta Beach, and within a short walk of Elies Beach. You'll also find Melissani Cave Lake and Lithovatis Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kefalonia Bay Palace?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Kefalonia Bay Palace feature a casino on the premises?

No, Kefalonia Bay Palace doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kefalonia Bay Palace?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Kefalonia Bay Palace?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as 2 outdoor pools and a poolside bar with some guestrooms featuring private pools.

Does Kefalonia Bay Palace have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Kefalonia Bay Palace feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Kefalonia Bay Palace serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Kefalonia Bay Palace allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Kefalonia Bay Palace.

Are there connecting rooms at Kefalonia Bay Palace?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Kefalonia Bay Palace?

The closest major airport to Kefalonia Bay Palace is Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.), which is 24.5 mi away (58 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kefalonia Bay Palace?

Yes, every guestroom at Kefalonia Bay Palace comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring sea views.

Kefalonia Bay Palace Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 100 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

William John

Traveled with partner
It looks a little tired now
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michaela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room We stayed in the family room, which was spacious and had a fantastic view. The old-fashioned furniture and bathroom didn't bother us, but the bathroom flooded every time we showered, even with the curtain closed. The water wouldn't drain, leaving the floor slippery all day, and no squeegee was provided. The bed was tatty, and the mattress was old and hard. Thankfully, I brought a self-inflating mat for some comfort. The aircon was old and barely worked. Despite closing the windows as instructed, the staff dismissed our complaints, leading to hot, uncomfortable nights. There were lots of steps, but we enjoyed the exercise after all the eating and drinking. Food and Drink Breakfast was disappointing and not up to 4-star standards. We often had to fetch our own cutlery, salt, pepper, and bowls. The food was the same every day and of mediocre quality. The only highlights were the yoghurt, cheese, juices, and coffee. The fried eggs were cold, and the scrambled eggs were rubbery. Fresh fruit options were limited to apples and a bit of fruit salad. Some young waitresses seemed to be in training and were unsure of what to do. While we enjoyed the swifts and swallows flying overhead, the hotel made no effort to clean their droppings from the banisters near the dining tables. The food was disappointing, so we were glad we didn't book half board. The bar inside was empty, with no music or atmosphere, which was a shame given the inviting terrace views. Pool The pool area was large w
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Hugo

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stunning setting & incredible views. The hotel is very tired. Tiles coming off in pool, no pictures. Food is very basic. Staff were very kind and friendly but when I checked in, the receptionist got lost trying to show me our room. Felt sorry for staff who are desperate for you to like your tine there. The whole place needs significant amounts invested to upgrade. It could be incredible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demetrios

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location Staff eager to help Spectacular view Proximity to a beautiful village
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time. The room was basic but has a magnificant balcony overviewing the sea. Very quiet. Breakfast on another balcony. Board walk to the marina.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great stay

Fantastic stay in this lovely hotel. The staff was attentive and friendly.A special mention for excellent service, the manager Spiros and his reception girls Sis and Marie
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great staff and views but poorly maintained

Unfortunately the hotel was about to shut for ‘major’ renovations. They are sorely required! Had to move room three times in four nights due to unfixable room faults, including failed front door lock, failed internet (rooms either side OK) and toilet flush knackered. Great views, friendly and helpful staff, but tired fixtures and fittings and probably not such great value at present.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in such a beautiful setting. The views are out of this world. It is built on the hillside, so everywhere is a climb although they have installed some lifts. The service and food is fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Clare

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Fotoula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The pool is fantastic. Service at the front desk was excellent. I was surprised that the rest of staff didn’t really speak Greek and the woman working the pool bar hardly knew how to make a frappe. The breakfast was good, though not like my sister remembered from a previous visit. The rooms are dated. Bathrooms/showers need an upgrade. The sensor on our door didn’t really work so it took forever to get in our room. No art on the walls. Tiny TVs. There is parking but it’s a treacherous drive up and don’t bother to book this place if you’re not able to easily go up and down stairs. Thank goodness we’re capable but I worry about older people who may not be. I’d probably try staying somewhere else next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Set up on the hill so the views are spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

angie

The only problem was that there were too many steps to walk up.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The guy at the reception is friendly and accommodating but the woman is, she’s more interested in selling boat trips and cruise and hiring a car than helping the customer. The so-called “A la carte “ menu is almost the same every night with few choices and food wasn’t very good. One dinner there was a maggot in the food (dead) that they replaced the food with a different main.If you order a more interesting main like seafood/squid they say that they’re all gone. My advice is don’t go for half board- it’s not worth it. The pool is lovely and big and reception area is nice and clean. The room is a good size but bathroom needs updating- no room to put your toiletry bag. I have an issue with toilet brush holder sitting below the loo roll holder that every time you take tissues off you touch the toilet brush which is very unhygienic. There are days we can smell the sewage especially in the bathroom. The drain of the bath is partly blocked even having a having shower is like flooding in the bath. The bath/ hand towels that they provide are not a 4 star at all( see my photos below). It looks like they cut the towel into two- threads are loose and hanging and smells bad. I don’t remember having towels in this condition in my own home let alone the hotel especially in a 4* hotel. The view is beautiful but the steps going up- I counted 150 steps from the bottom to the lift. I feel for the people who have mobility problem.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Leslie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Difficult room access. Bathrooms definitely needed an upgrade. Very friendly staff. Great views
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the private pool, the view, and villa.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Fred

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This was probably a great hotel before electricity. It has all the makings to be great BUT someone has to put the money back into it. Elevators out of service and walking up 90 steps with bags is no way to vacation. The views once you get to your room are out of this world. Spend the money and make it nice again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and view. V clean and comfortable. Overall fab, lots of steps though, and parking a slight issue. You need a car to fully explore everything the island has to offer - but don’t let this put you off!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Justin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location was good, with a stunning view and lots of restaurants nearby and a charming little town. The swimming pools were great, clean and fun. Unfortunately the hotel itself is tired, lots of little bits of maintenance, painting, fixing required. The rooms were surface clean, but not detailed. The breakfast buffet was standard and fine, however the evening food was barely edible (we opted to eat elsewhere even though we had paid for it to be included). The day-to-day staff were very nice and kind, they looked over-worked but always extremely nice to us. Any requests we made, like about bringing a roll-away bed, fixing the wifi, and bringing baby-food, were done immediately. Overall we were a bit disappointed and would not stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark-Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb view and great layout of this hotel property. The carpark has a unique exterior elevator to bring you down to your floor. Breakfast buffet has plenty of selection and is fresh. Thank you for the upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michael John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. However, one of the lifts was out of order for the duration of the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

DAVID

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023