Iris Hotel

Booked this about 2 weeks before departure and was really worried regarding all the negative reviews and even contemplated either changing the booking or cancelling We’ve always said a holiday is what you make it and so long as facilities were clean We booked through Tui so already knew we had a superior room so no worries there but was concerned about the noise Arrived nearly midnight but check in was quick and were shown to our room and the guy carried our cases Breakfast is basic but sufficient There was fresh fruit every morning Greek yoghurt, pastries and cakes plus ham, cheese salami and tomatoes. There was a toaster and jam or honey etc and a coffee machine serving assortment of drinks plus a fruit juice machine We went to the pool the next morning and yes the sun beds were marked but once you put your towel down it’s fine There were a few weeds but not as bad as some claimed The bar opened at 10 ish til late but we never heard any noise I presume the rooms opposite the bar hear some noise during high season The bar prices are really reasonable and the food great The pool was very cold 🥶 that took my breath away so only ventured in twice There’s a little supermarket just down from hotel that is well stocked and on the main road a few restaurants in both directions €8 into Kos town via taxi or there is a bus but not sure of the times Overall we had a fantastic time with brilliant weather This hotel is family run and we were always greeted with a smile Don’t read the bad reviews as it’s nowhere as bad as they make out You get what you pay for so if you want 5star luxury then you have to pay for it We will definitely look at booking to stay here again next year

Basic but decent. A lovely 30min stroll into Kos town and a 5min walk to the beach. We spent most of our time down at the beach. More atmosphere during the day. It seems to be that if you’re not a returning family, your face doesn’t fit. We didn’t go to make friends but there is definitely a clique and at times,feels like your imposing. Staff aren’t particularly friendly, just get the job done. Extra bbq night was put on during our visit for a returning couple, who were celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. Wouldn’t have liked to have paid to attend this as I feel you would have been excluded. Our room was decent and comfortable. The bed linen and towels were not changed once while we were there. Breakfast was basic/ rustic, but did the job. My main gripe is, cats. Don’t go if you’re scared of cats. I’m terrified of them and some people feel the need to feed the feral little stragglers, increasing my stress levels. I’m was bitten by one at breakfast, while inside. I get that some people are cat lovers, and I would never see harm come to them, but please, has some decency and don’t feed them while you can see it causes distress to some people. I didn’t have one relaxing breakfast and spent most of the time drinking a coffee while dodging the cats. Most people have a fear of something and it’s not nice for them to have their fear increased by ignorance of others. On the whole, we had an amazing holiday. Some of the restaurants we visited in Kos town are amazing. Traditional Greek food at its finest. The architecture and history is great and you can spend the whole day enjoying it. We wouldn’t return to the Iris Hotel.