Akti Palace Resort & Spa, Kardamena (Kos)

This outstanding resort-style hotel offers a marvellous holiday in the Mediterranean sunshine. The long, sandy beach is only a three-minute walk from the hotel, and the quiet town of Kardamena is four kilometres away. Visitors might take a day trip to the neighbouring town of Antimachia to explore its ancient castle, or to Kos to visit its fantastic Roman ruins.The inviting guest rooms, open-plan family rooms and spacious two-level suites are decorated with clean lines and neutral tones for a cool, modern look. Guests might spend an afternoon relaxing in the spa with Jacuzzi, sauna, steam bath, and heated indoor pool, or lounging by the expansive outdoor pool with a drink from the pool bar. The main restaurant offers Greek, Italian and international cuisines prepared at show-cooking stations, while the three a la carte restaurants serve delicious Greek and Asian cuisines, all for an unforgettable holiday.