Kresten Royal Euphoria Resort

“If there was more than 5* we would give it”

It was our 4th visit to Kresten Royal and each time just gets better. I can only go along with the positive reviews and say this hotel is just perfect for us in all aspects that it delivers, without having to repeat. The only thing I would add is to please read reviews or any info your travel co… more

It was our 4th visit to Kresten Royal and each time just gets better. I can only go along with the positive reviews and say this hotel is just perfect for us in all aspects that it delivers, without having to repeat. The only thing I would add is to please read reviews or any info your travel company provide. Make sure it’s the right place for your needs. If your need is for TVs dotted around the hotel to watch sport then pick a hotel that has that. This does not thank goodness, altho there are plenty of hotels , bars etc in Falaraki that will cater for that. If your needs are for daily activities then choose a different place. This is not for you. If you want to just chill out in a beautiful hotel with terrific food, amazing staff from bottom to top, and a total feeling of relaxation day in day out, then this is the place for you. You arrive as guests, you leave as friends. Well done team Kresten and Thankyou for everything. We will see you once again in October xx

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“Amazing Spa”

Our experience in the hotel so far over the last couple of days has been amazing with kind and helpful staff, the hotel is clean and smells amazing! The highlight so far has been our visit to the spa, me and my boyfriend had a back neck and shoulder massage, the spa was relaxing and welcoming from … more

Our experience in the hotel so far over the last couple of days has been amazing with kind and helpful staff, the hotel is clean and smells amazing! The highlight so far has been our visit to the spa, me and my boyfriend had a back neck and shoulder massage, the spa was relaxing and welcoming from the moment we walked in, they accommodated us by having our massage together on short notice, the room was lovely with such a calming atmosphere. Both Lena and Nancy our therapists were really amazing and explained everything as well as having a calming nature and we felt 100% comfortable. We hope to be back again soon and would definitely recommend the spa to anyone who stays for some time away from the sun! Thank you to everyone at the spa xx

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“Definitely a 4* Stay and not 5*”

We stayed at Kresten Royal Euphoria Resort from 1st–8th July 2026 to celebrate my mum's 60th birthday (three adults). Overall, we had a lovely holiday and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. However, I would personally rate this as a 4-star hotel rather than a 5-star resort, especially when compared with… more

We stayed at Kresten Royal Euphoria Resort from 1st–8th July 2026 to celebrate my mum's 60th birthday (three adults). Overall, we had a lovely holiday and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. However, I would personally rate this as a 4-star hotel rather than a 5-star resort, especially when compared with other 5-star hotels I've visited. There are plenty of positives, but there are also several areas where the hotel falls short of the standard I expected. Entertainment Evening entertainment was available Monday to Saturday from 9pm, with no entertainment on Sundays. There was a different act each evening, including a violinist, live bands and DJs. Personally, I wasn't overly impressed with the entertainment, although everyone has different tastes. What I did love was the venue itself. The outdoor amphitheatre was a fantastic setting, and the large beanbags made it a really relaxing place to spend the evening. We often stayed there for hours. I'd recommend getting there around 8:30pm if you want a good seat, as they fill up quickly and there aren't many alternative places to sit. One disappointment was the complete lack of sports coverage. There aren't any TVs in the hotel, so if you want to watch live sport you'll need to visit a sports bar in Faliraki or Rhodes Old Town or generally outwith the resort. Rooms We booked two Superior Double Sea View rooms (161 and 164). This was probably our biggest disappointment. The rest of the hotel is modern, stylish and beautifully decorated, but the bedrooms feel dated and in need of refurbishment. The furniture and décor looked tired and didn't reflect the standard of the rest of the resort. The rooms were spacious and included air conditioning, a fridge, bathrobes and a sofa bed. The beds were reasonably comfortable, although they were simply two single beds pushed together. The balcony offered lovely sea views and plenty of space, but there was no privacy. It would have been easy to step across to the neighbouring balcony. Unfortunately, we also had a lot of ants in both rooms, meaning we couldn't leave anything out. Our room safe was locked on arrival, presumably because it hadn't been reset after the previous guests. Housekeeping was excellent and a special mention to the cleaning team, they work so hard and are very friendly. Our rooms were cleaned daily, fresh towels were provided every day, and the cleaners were always incredibly friendly. The only downside was the towels themselves, which were small and poor quality and could definitely do with being replaced. One thing worth noting is that there are no ironing facilities in the rooms. The hotel offers an ironing service charged per item, so I'd recommend either ironing before you travel or bringing a travel iron. Food Breakfast We had breakfast each morning in the main restaurant, Gaia. The restaurant is spacious, spotless and well organised. We never struggled to find a table, although we generally avoided the busiest times. There was an excellent selection, including cooked breakfast items, pastries, fruit and continental options. A special mention goes to Argiro, who greeted us every morning with the biggest smile and was always so welcoming. Lunch We weren't particularly impressed with the lunch selection in the main restaurant and usually chose to eat at the Aura Pool Restaurant instead. There was a good variety available, including pizza, gyros, chips, sandwiches and other lighter meals. Dinner Most evenings we ate in the main restaurant, where there was a different themed menu each night. The food was well presented with plenty of variety. Personally, I found many dishes quite seafood-focused, which isn't to my taste, but that's simply personal preference and I'm sure many guests would enjoy it. Booking the speciality restaurants was frustrating. The hotel app rarely worked properly, often displaying error messages or showing dates as unavailable. We found it much easier to book directly through Reception. A better booking system is needed! It was also disappointing that when weddings were taking place, it felt as though all-inclusive guests became a much lower priority. We arrived at 2am on Thursday morning, went to Reception at 9am to book restaurants, and were told everything was already unavailable because of a wedding. The Asian Corner was excellent and easily our favourite speciality restaurant. The buffet-style Asian food was delicious and well worth visiting. The hotel app states that the evening dress code is smart casual, although this didn't always appear to be enforced. Late-Night Snacks This was one of my biggest frustrations. Late-night snacks are advertised as being available from 10pm until 1am, with items such as mini pizzas, hot dogs, sandwiches and fruit. However, almost every evening the food had completely gone before 11pm and was never replenished. For an all-inclusive hotel, this was really disappointing. Once the supermarket had closed there was nowhere else nearby to buy food, so if you happened to arrive later you simply went without. Overall, there was plenty of choice throughout the day, but clearer food labels would have made a huge difference. Much of the buffet involved guessing what each dish was before trying it. Bars There are several bars throughout the resort, including Bar 11 near Reception, Bar Thea beside the entertainment area, Bar Sfera by one of the pools and the Aura Pool Bar. The drinks menu is extensive. Premium branded spirits are available, although these come at an additional cost which I felt was excessive. The standard drinks were acceptable, although I found the wine fairly poor. The staff deserve a special mention, particularly Nikos and Yotini, who were always smiling, remembered our usual orders and provided excellent service. The cocktails were probably my biggest disappointment. Rather than freshly made cocktails, many were mixed using pre-made syrups from squeeze bottles and tasted quite watery. I was expecting freshly blended frozen cocktails such as Strawberry Daiquiris, which wasn't the case. Queues did build up during busy periods, although they generally moved quite quickly. One thing I would expect from a genuine 5-star resort would be occasional waiter service around the pool or entertainment area, offering drinks or fresh fruit. This would also help reduce the queues at the bars. Pools & Beach The hotel has five swimming pools (four outdoor and one indoor). Finding a sunbed around the pools could be difficult, particularly at the upper and lower pool areas. We quickly realised the only reliable way to secure one was to reserve it before breakfast. In my opinion, there simply aren't enough sunbeds for the number of guests. The private beach was lovely and much quieter. I'd read reviews mentioning the pebbles, but this didn't bother us at all. In fact, because there isn't a beach bar and it's a short walk to the Aura Pool Bar for drinks, the beach remained peaceful with plenty of available sunbeds. The only downside was that the beach sunbeds aren't nearly as comfortable as those by the pools, which have thick cushioned mattresses. We also noticed quite a strong sewage smell around the upper pool on several occasions, and heard other guests commenting on it too. I'd also recommend bringing your own beach towels. The hotel charges a €10 refundable deposit per towel. Although you'll get the money back, I don't think this is something guests should have to pay at an all-inclusive resort. Activities Facilities include a small games room, table tennis, arcade machines, pool tables (€2 per game), tennis courts, a gym, an indoor pool and massage chairs (€2 for approximately five minutes). What disappointed me most was the lack of complimentary daytime entertainment. I'd expected activities such as water volleyball, darts, pétanque, archery or aqua aerobics. Instead, the only organised activities seemed to be yoga and Pilates, with some wellness sessions available at an additional charge. Overall Despite the criticisms, we genuinely enjoyed our holiday. The hotel is clean, the staff are friendly and hardworking, and there are many positive aspects to the resort. However, it simply didn't provide the luxury or level of service I'd expect from a true 5-star all-inclusive hotel. With a lot of improvements, it could be excellent, but in its current form I would rate it as a solid 4-star resort. I think it's really expensive for what you actually get. One final tip: don't pay extra for All Inclusive Plus. We couldn't identify any additional benefits over the standard All Inclusive package, so in our experience it wasn't worth the extra cost. Personally, I wouldn't return or recommend the hotel, but others may have a different experience depending on what they're looking for in a holiday.

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“All inclusive but not entirely inclusive”

All‑Inclusive… but not entirely inclusive I’m currently staying here for seven nights with TUI. While there are plenty of positives, my low rating is due to what appears to be a deliberate hotel policy regarding single‑occupancy guests. We are travelling with a single female friend who booked a g… more

All‑Inclusive… but not entirely inclusive I’m currently staying here for seven nights with TUI. While there are plenty of positives, my low rating is due to what appears to be a deliberate hotel policy regarding single‑occupancy guests. We are travelling with a single female friend who booked a garden‑view room with a balcony/terrace. Instead, she was given a room no bigger than a broom cupboard, overlooking the car park, with no balcony or terrace. When we raised this, we were told she couldn’t be moved until the following day. She was eventually upgraded to a sea‑view room. Interestingly, the next day our other female friend—also travelling alone—was given the same treatment. This makes it hard not to conclude that the hotel routinely assigns the worst rooms to single occupants, hoping they won’t complain. Front desk staff were polite, and George was helpful, but it was clear they were instructed to give the same stock response: “Our head of reservations is unavailable; come back tomorrow and we’ll fix it.” My issue is simple: if you book a room with specific features, why are they not honoured? The hotel knows exactly what has been reserved. It feels like they try to get away with downgrading single travellers—who actually pay more for single occupancy. Would this happen if the guest were a single male? Aside from this, restaurant staff are friendly and efficient, and the food is good for an all‑inclusive resort. The pools are busy (peak season), but you can still find a sunbed. My sister‑in‑law needed hospital care on our second day, and the hotel was very helpful organising a doctor and taxis. Overall, it’s a good resort—but the experience left a sour taste once we realised there seems to be a set policy of downgrading single occupants. Not acceptable.

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