Just returned from a 2 week break and stayed at the athinoula hotel and can only confirm what others have written before and that is the hotel is first class. the whole hotel inc the pool bar area, rooms, grounds are all in immaculate condition. the family that own the hotel are extremely friendly and nothing is too much trouble, they make you feel very welcome. there was always room around the pool area every day and you could always find a sun lounger/parasol no matter what time of day you went there. the hotel is perfectly situated behind the main road so traffic noise was minimal and just a short stroll to the restaurants and tavernas. we are certainly planning a return visit to the athinoula in the near future and would not hesitate in recommending it. a big hello to everyone we met there and hope to see you soon.