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.

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
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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.
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Sunday, 1 October 2017

SunBeam, the perfect place to chill out...


We didn't stay at the apartments but spent every day of our two week holiday both in the bar restraunt and outside on the lovely beach. It's the perfect place to chill out as Andreas and his family are some of the friendliest hosts we have ever met. The food and drinks are superb with a range of home cooked meals which are delicious. The service is brilliant as nothing is too much trouble.
People we talked to come back here year after year and this is no surprise as it is idyllic
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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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