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Barefoot Contessa

Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun
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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Lourdas Beach, Lourdata, Kefalonia, 280 83
  • Lourdas Beach
    1 min walk
  • Trapezaki Beach
    16 min drive
  • Mount Ainos
    35 min drive
  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.)
    29 min drive

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Argostoli

At Barefoot Contessa you'll be within steps of Ionian Sea and Lourdas Beach. Highlights at this beachfront guest house include free self-parking, a bar/lounge and in-room kitchenettes. .This beach guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, express check-in and express check-out. .With a stay at this Kefalonia guest house, you'll be 1 km (0.6 mi) from Kanáli and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Kanali Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Lourdas Beach - 1 min walk
  • Trapezaki Beach - 16 min drive
  • Port of Argostoli - 18 min drive
  • Pessada Beach - 23 min drive
  • Mount Ainos - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hemingway Bar & Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casa De Blue Restaurant And Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Marina - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lorraine's Magic Hill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Klimatis Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Barefoot Contessa

Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Barefoot Contessa also features a terrace, a garden, and express check-in. Self parking is free.
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
Barefoot Contessa offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English, Greek, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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 all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 - 29 February, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    The property is professionally cleaned.

Property Registration Number 0830Κ122K0839101

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Apartment Lourdata
Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Apartment Kefalonia
Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Lourdata
Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach Kefalonia
Barefoot Contessa Apartment Kefalonia
Barefoot Contessa Kefalonia
Thomatos Apartments Lourdas Beach
Barefoot Contessa Kefalonia
Barefoot Contessa Guesthouse
Barefoot Contessa Guesthouse Kefalonia

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Barefoot Contessa?

Yep, Barefoot Contessa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Barefoot Contessa?

Yep, Barefoot Contessa is a short 1-minute walk from Lourdas Beach.

What makes Barefoot Contessa a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Barefoot Contessa.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Barefoot Contessa?

No, Barefoot Contessa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Barefoot Contessa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Barefoot Contessa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Barefoot Contessa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Barefoot Contessa July 25
An excellent property we very much enjoyed our stay. Lourdata is a lovely place to be very laid back not over commercialised. Nice restaurants and bars everything we needed for a relaxing week. Hemingways Bar at the end of the driveway was very friendly and convenient for breakfast dinner,tea and cocktails. The apartment was comfortable and very clean, the kitchen was nice to have for a fridge, freezer and kettle. Only negatives were the shower head being completely blocked with limescale and held up by a tie wrap and a safe that didn’t work. Otherwise perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Handy having the bar/taverna right in front. Host empties the trash and brings fresh towels daily. Only disappointment was that the sun beds shown in the photos are not included with the room rate. Beds in the room left us with a bit of a back ache as well.

10/10 Excellent

Maryam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing. Confortable, relaxing and very convenient. And lovely owner !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The perfect beach location in beautiful Lourdas
We absolutely loved our stay at Barefoot Contessa, waking up to the most beautiful view of the sea and mountains and listening to the waves of the sea it was truly perfect. We had everything we needed in the apartment apart from a toaster, but we didn’t miss it. You’re moments away from a beautiful beach and a few tavernas and little bars. There are more up the hill which is a bit of a trek but having a car allowed us to explore everywhere much more easily. The only negatives we had were on arrival the shower had hairs still in it but as it was very late we didn’t get this rectified as we both wanted to shower before bed, it didn’t look like it had been cleaned very well. Towels are changed daily which is great but quite a few of the towels were frayed/stained. The only thing we think that would also need improving cleaning wise is having the apartment floor mopped half way during the week as it did get dirty when staying for the week. Other than those small negatives everything else was perfect and we would most definitely come and stay again. This was our first time in Kefalonia but won’t be our last!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was perfect for our needs having visited Lourdas a number of times, we know the area well. So close to the beach and local bars and tavernas. The property is very tastefully furnished and extremely clean. Towels changed daily, bins emptied daily and bedding once during our weeks stay. Would definitely, without hesitation, stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place to stay for pure holiday vibes
This is an excellent place to stay, the people who run it and the bar/restaurant nearby are friendly and super accommodating- even waiting for me to arrive for check in after my flight was delayed. The place itself is big and clean and comfortable. The best thing about it for me was the fact that the beach with cheap say beds was 2 mins from the room, it really helped ease us into holiday mode as soon as we got there. The food in the area was great as well. It was a really wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Monika

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Not for us
Nothing too relaxing very bad experience. If you choose that apartment in Lourdas you will get a minimum of equipment, bar very expensive and redness from owners. We ordered Greek salad but they give us without oil and olive no taste only veg Shame on you. The first time we have something like this. I do not know maybe you have a problem with people like us. The beach is beautiful and the seawater is amazing and the view is unforgettable with the mountain in the back of your place but you can get better accodomnetion in Lourdas than this. For the sunbed, you pay € 8 per day if you use it. Other than accommodation have or for free. Only one toaster for the whole 10 rooms??? Glass limits available. One little square kitchen towel to clean your dishes?? Most important the Air conditioning old fashion very old-fashioned and if you use makes horrible noise! the kitchen area yes has its windows but it's very warm, the owner should think about it. No that's enough. We could give more, that it's our opinion. We will be back with no option but no barefoot contessa We get information from different accordaminations and we notice the better place for that money. We travel a lot and we can compare, it poorly. Internet rubbish:(
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Icing on the cake!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful sea view on our balcony where we would enjoy a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. The beach was beautiful with a gradual slope. It has small washed rock until you are a few feet in the water and then there is a sandy bottom.The staff was very friendly and accomodating. I highly recommend the Barefoot Contessa
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeroen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place to relax on the beach.
Close to beach and walking distance to several good restaurants. Nice for a couple of days of doing very little..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great for a quiet holiday
Very relaxing .. very clean perfect spot
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Percect beach front property
Property was in a brilliant location and condition and the facilities were excellent, very comfy beds and great view of the sea and the sounds of the waves on the shore. Only negatives was very strong green light from the emergency exit sign above the door in the bedroom, no hot water for 15 hours at one point at the end of the week and very intermittent weak WiFi which at tines was frustrating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Re: Relaxing stay on quiet beach
Beautiful beachside apartments just a stones throw from the sea at a quiet end of Lourdas beach. Had a very relaxing 8 days here, apartment clean and spacious, good kitchen with all the applicances you need. Get the sea view apartment, spent many evenings have a drink and watching the waves. Lots of restaurants nearby, relatively cheap and good simple food and only a short drive from Angostoli.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Really nice stay. Only a couple of disappointments, the bar wasn’t open and no beds on the beach. But appreciate it’s strange times and the resort was never going to be very busy
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Essex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Real beachfront apartments
This accommodation definitely ticked all the boxes for our stay in Lourdas. The apartment we stayed in is the one advertised in the promotion and the view is outstanding. There are numerous restaurants close by and if you wish to venture further car rentals are easy to obtain as the island has a host of places to visit. We used the pre-booked taxi service to and from the airport and would recommend that also. All round service at the apartments was first class from everyone. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this accommodation to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

David, Denver, co

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My highest of recommendations
We spent months deciding which island to choose, we chose the right 1. We also chose the right hotel, the location is perfect in the staff could not have been nicer
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely property in a great location
This is a lovely property in a really great location with very helpful owners. Very comfortable in the main bedroom; the third bed (sofa bed) also comfortable but no air conditioning in this room. Free wifi on site (at the bar) but not available in the room. Also be careful when booking, some of the rooms have a garden view, so if a sea view is important to you, make sure you book directly with the owners to ensure this.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location great. On the seafront at Lourdas Close to good restaurants
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Octavio, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice apartments close to the beach. Friendly staff
Simple apartments. Well maintained. Ideal location for beach and for touring island. Ideal relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Brian , uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent position
Don't really want to recommend these apartments as they may become too popular! , Very clean , basic but not in a bad way . Excellent house keeping & hospitality with the added bonus now of a delightful bar/resturant inbeteen the apartments & beach , superb all round
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, stones throw from the beach
Amazing holiday down to the genuine hospitality and excellent standards at the thomatos apartments. We literally cannot wait to return. Whilst we were staying a turtle nest was discovered by a conservation team just in front of the apartment, it was a wonderful experience!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Quiet Apartment Block
Nice apartment block in a quite area of the island. Apartments on upper floors have great views of the sea. Nearby restaurants are very good quality. If you intend to see other parts of the island would recommend renting a car. Skala is around 15mins away and so is Argostoli. Please note that in Lourdas there is no real nightlife scene apart from a few restaurants. Would recommend for people looking for a quiet place to stay which is not overcrowded or noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017