Kardamena (Greek: Καρδάμενα), is a small Greek village 7 km from Kos Island International Airport at Antimachia, situated mid-way along the south coast of the island of Kos. Once a small fishing village, it has emerged as one of the most popular summer destinations, especially for British tourists, over the past two decades, offering scores of pubs and restaurants, bars and night clubs and water sports facilities. It reported a population of 1,783 inhabitants at the 2001 census and has a land area of 35.150 km².

Kardamaina is built on the site of the ancient settlement of Alasarna. During the 2nd century BC, Alasarna was an important urban center with one thousand citizens, to whom the slaves and the metics should be added.

The archaeological excavations have brought to light some impressive ruins. A Temple of Apollo, an extensive Early Christian settlement (from the very few known in Greece), as well as four basilicas that belong to the same period. Also many stone objects of everyday use (millstones, tools, vases, vessels, etc.), mostly made of volcanic and sedimentary rocks have been recovered so far.

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Monday, 9 November 2020

SunBeam Apart Hotel: Sun Beam has been awarded a Recommendation badge by Restaurant Guru...

 

Hello Sun Beam Team!
 
We’re happy to inform that Sun Beam has been awarded a Recommendation badge by Restaurant Guru according to the visitors’ reviews! Please accept our sincere congratulations and a special award to install on your website.

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Saturday, 14 December 2019

SunBeam Apart Hotel: Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019

Thank you for your love and dedication. 
You, our quests, have highlighted SunBeam Apart Hotel as the best of the Kardamena hotels.
Ultimately stars are of little importance. Respect for the quest and dedication to his service is our advantage.
As you say, "SunBeam is your second home".

Sunday, 17 November 2019

SunBeam Apart Hotel: Our guests opinion. Always stay at the sunbeam last 7 years..



  • Brian McGoogan Andrea's makes my holiday and his family . Bern going 9 years now and that the beat place to chill and get something to eat. Love it. Roll on july
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  • Stephen Kippax Jones Always stay at the sunbeam last 7 years and counting wouldn't stay anywhere else been coming to kardamena for 26 years absolutely nothing can compare with Andreas and his family they are definitely the Best
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  • Thursday, 5 September 2019

    Tripadvisor reviews: Our guests opinion. Great Service, fabulus food and hospitality!!!




    Dear guests, we would like to inform you that from now on you may book directly with SunΒeam for your 2020 holidays. 

    Please contact us at:
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    or call +302242091234 
    30% deposit is required

    Saturday, 8 June 2019

    SunBeam on the Beach: Just the best in kardamena



    26 May 2019
    This taverna is the best food and the best value for money and the best view in kardamana by far please try it you will not be disappointed and andrasus is such a funny man and his family is wonderful and make your holiday
    St Helens, United Kingdom

    Friday, 1 March 2019

    This place has a great setup and Andreas deserves a pat on the back.


    Sat waiting for the coach to take us back to the Airport so thought I'd write my review. Well where do I start. We arrived later than expected due to a delay but was greeted by a full restuarant. The owner Andreas greeted us told where are room was and if we wanted to eat then he'd be more than happy to do us a meal. My wife had the Lamb Chops and I had the Chicken Gyros both were absolutely fantastic and plenty of it too. Next morning we woke to the amazing views and sound of the Aegean. We stopped in room 203 which has 2 stunning balconies. We had breakfast in the restuarant and that too was great. Not sure what lestajesta was moaning about as we've had 4 breakfasts during our stay and every time they've been bang on. Room was clean and spacious, beds were comfy which is always a bonus. Overall this place has a great setup and Andreas deserves a pat on the back.

    Wednesday, 24 October 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: Freundliche Bewirtung und gutes Essen


    home made pasticcio: 
    thick pasta with minced meat and cream Bechamel

    Freundliche Bewirtung und gutes Essen
    Friendly hospitality and good food

    Monday, 13 August 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: A good place. Pleasant staff, delicious and beautiful!!!



    Хорошее место. Приятный персонал, вкусно и красиво.
    A good place. Pleasant staff, delicious and beautiful.

    Saturday, 11 August 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: really good food and place


    nicolle m

    5/5
    perfect location, right on the beach and sea. use of sun-loungers in daytime. we mainly came for meals, my dad absolutely loved it here thought the food was amazing, really nice and they do everything, good friendly service also.

    Wednesday, 8 August 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach:è perfetto!





    Elga Gemini

    5/5
    è perfetto! mare meraviglioso ristorante ottimo qui possiamo fare snorkeling pescare e rilassarsi. ottimo tutto

    Tuesday, 24 July 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: A delight to brighten any holiday.


    review: Kennyfarmer

    5/5
    We have just returned for a 2 week stay at the Sunbeam Apart Hotel. From the moment you walk in you are made to feel welcome by Andreas and his wonderful family. Rooms Lovely size room with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Some really nice touches with all the things you expect. TV, safe, Air con (35e one week or 60e two weeks) hair dryer, soap dispenser and washing up liquid. The room was very clean on arrival and cleaned everyday apart from Mondays. The whole complex was kept very clean. The only negative was the beds were a little lumpy and probably need a mattress change for next season. We stayed in room 103 and had the most beautiful view that you could wish for. Food As good as value you'll get anywhere in Kardamena. We ate here everyday for breakfast and a few evening meals. People return night after night and day after day to eat here and to be in the company of Andreas and his family. Many of them are returning guests year after year. You couldn't get a more perfect setting. A standard breakfast was 2 rashers of quality back bacon, Sausage, 2 eggs, Hash browns, Beans, Plumed tomatoes,Coffee, 2 rounds of toast, jam,croissant, biscuit, Orange juice and a mug of coffee all for 5.50 Euros. The other meals on offer was of equal value and the quality exceptional. Good varied menu. Also served the best pint of draught Mythos. Beach At the front and to the side of the apartments are sunbeds to use free of charge to guests and customers of the restaurant. This was a lovely sandy area to sit and soak up the sun. Area was very relaxing and felt very safe and had no problem or worries going for a dip in the sea which was accessed down a few steps with hand rails, into the sea. And the sea.... my gosh it was cool when you first get in, but once in, it was really great. I think this is because you go directly into around 3 foot of water and haven't got the shallow walk in from the beach. It was a beautiful way of cooling off. Also shower available on the beach front. The hosts This what made the holiday for us. Andreas and his lovely family. Always greeted you with a big smile and a "Kalimera" or a "kalinychta". We loved everything about the holiday and the time we spent there. At no time I wanted to be home like other holidays which I have been on and this was purely down to the great hospitality that all the family gave to us. Thank you Andreas and your family for making sure we had the best time ever at your wonderful hotel. Please remember us for when we return. 2 Breakfast, One with no eggs, Tea.. And coffee after the breakfast. And some ice cold "Green tea" Kenny & Jean

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    Thursday, 19 July 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: fantastic little apart/ hotel


    carolann2014
    London, United Kingdom

    just returned from the sunbeam, the service and experience was fantastic, we was given room 203 on the top floor, with brilliant views of the sea, rooms are a bit dated but kept clean, by Ophelia, a very friendly cleaner, she even gave us a fan to use in our room, the restaurant downstairs do an amazing breakfast with black pudding, served with a smile by Andreas, a very friendly chap, he went out of his way to make sure you had a nice holiday. there are good bars and restaurants close by, within a couple of minutes walk, we found the beds comfortable sun beds are free, 4 steps from the beach you couldn't get closer we liked the hotel so much we have booked to go back in September, I cant find anything negative at all to say about the sunbeam, we cant wait for September, im counting the days already lol

    May 2018, travelled as a couple

    Value: 5/5
    Cleanliness: 5/5
    Service: 5/5

    https://www.tripadvisor.com.gr/ShowUserReviews-g659630-d1226419-r586872251-Sunbeam_Apart_Hotel-Kardamena_Kos_Dodecanese_South_Aegean.html

    Tuesday, 17 July 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: Brilliant views, lovely host, great holiday!


    Fantastic views over the Aegean and on the beach, what more do you need from a holiday apartment... Our room was clean and big enough for the two of us, although the bathroom was a tad on the small side. Andreas is a lovely host, he made us feel so welcome, he must be doing something right as most of the people we spoke to were repeat visitors (many many times!). Perfectly placed for our nightly stroll into Kardamena village and it's vast array of restaurants and bars.
    A great holiday!
    Room Tip: all rooms have a balcony with sea view
    • Stayed: June 2018, travelled as a couple

    https://www.tripadvisor.ca/ShowUserReviews-g659630-d1226419-r589748985-Sunbeam_Apart_Hotel-Kardamena_Kos_Dodecanese_South_Aegean.html

    Sunday, 15 July 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: Fantastic place with the best Host in Kardamena

    mheckam
    Leicester, United Kingdom
    Reviewed yesterday
    Just returned from 2 weeks in Kardamena. We spent every day on the beach at the Sunbeam. Great views comfy free sun-beds and a great host in Andreas and his family. He made our holiday. Food is great and very reasonable and drinks good and varied.
    We have been here before about 8 years ago and he remembered us, a lot of the people at the Sunbeam are regular visitors which shows how good it is.
    We will return again without doubt and look forward to visiting again.Thanks Andreas shame England didn't make it to the final.
    Stayed: June 2018, travelled as a couple
    https://www.tripadvisor.ca/ShowUserReviews-g659630-d1226419-r596061005-Sunbeam_Apart_Hotel-Kardamena_Kos_Dodecanese_South_Aegean.html

    Monday, 25 June 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: Lovely hotel

    Η κριτική γράφτηκε 11 Μαΐου 2018
     lynn034
    Just got back from a week at the sunbeam loved it Andreas makes you so welcome room was lovely and everything was kept so clean ,lovely bit with free sunbeds and short walk up to village for shops and bars , ate mostly at sunbeam as food is great and its so friendly and nice great for a base to get out and explore or like us to stay and chill with occasionally walk to village would definitely return, big thankyou to all staff as all were lovely x
    • Διαμονή: Μάιος 2018, ταξίδι με φίλους
      • Value 5
      • Room 5
      • Service: 5
      • https://www.tripadvisor.com.gr/ShowUserReviews-g659630-d1226419-r579397731-Sunbeam_Apart_Hotel-Kardamena_Kos_Dodecanese_South_Aegean.html

    Sunday, 24 June 2018

    Lovely apartment on the beach


    emgems2012
    kent
    Trip type:
    Couples


    5/5

    Lovely apartment on the beach, you can fall asleep to the sound of waves. The kitchenette has a two ring hob, microwave and utensils - although we did not use them. The room had two single beds, tv and air con which is payable locally. The rooms also have a good hair dryer!

    All rooms have a sea view, and there is ample free sunbeds in front of the property. Andreas and his family were lovely and always took an interest in our plans for the day. The food is also good in the snack bar.

    We would have no hesitations about booking this apartment again.

    Monday, 11 June 2018

    SunBeam on the Beach: Great Restaurant!!!

    LauraGe95
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

    We only went to Sunbeam for dinner, because it was recommended to us by several couples. Very friendly owner who speaks german and english! We went there two times, and all the food we tried was really good , it was fresh and the prices were good!
    Would always go there again.
    https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g659630-d1226419-r582245119-Sunbeam_Apart_Hotel-Kardamena_Kos_Dodecanese_South_Aegean.html

    Tuesday, 12 September 2017

    “Fantastic little hotel! ”


    Andreas the owner was lovely and welcoming. Rooms are cleaned frequently and a nice size. The view from our balcony was beautiful. Food was amazing and priced well. There is a small beach sectioned off at the front of the hotel which is lovely - It was being cleaned and renewed when we were there so looks even nicer than before. Definitely would recommend Sunbeam, hard to find such a good view from a hotel balcony and cannot be closer to the beach front!

    Sunday, 10 September 2017

    Fabulous two weeks. Paradise on earth is my description of the Sunbeam

    Ellen T

    Sutton in Ashfield, United Kingdom
    As always we spent a fantastic two weeks at Sunbeam hosted by Andreas and his family and staff. Rooms are basic and immaculately clean and have now been upgraded with air-conditioning and TV in each room .. though why anyone would want to watch TV in such a perfect location is beyond me. Sadly air con was not included in holiday price but was worth spending the extra euros to be comfortable during our stay. Just four steps down from the restaurant/bar area of the foyer and you are on the beach. Plenty of sunbeds available for free. Where the beach has become rocky someone has laid down sandbags to make it easier to get into the water, a good thing for anyone a little unsteady on their feet. Food and drinks are available all day and are excellent value for money .... meals portions are huge and delicious. Paradise on earth is my description of the Sunbeam and I hope to return in 2018 if my health allows.
    Room Tip: 5 rooms each of 2 floors. Spiral stair access might be problem for some with walking difficulties. F...

    Stayed: August 2017, travelled with family
    Location 5/5
    Rooms 4/5
    Service 5/5
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    Wednesday, 26 July 2017

    “Greek gem”

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Just arrived today 20th July 17 nice warm welcome from the owner Andreas and family the room is excellent better than expected and now with aircon and 32inch tv's in the rooms nice touch we would highly recommend this place.