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Contessa

Property class: 3

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A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea at sunset.
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a balcony with a view.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a dining area.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a gray sofa, and a patterned floor.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Argassi, Zakynthos, Ionian Islands Region, 29100
  • Place, Argassi Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, National Marine Park of Zakynthos
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Laganas Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zakynthos (ZTH-Zakynthos Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Garden View (Double/Triple/Quad)

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a balcony with a view.

Standard Room, Garden View (Double/Triple/Quad)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, Pool View (Double/ Triple/ Quad)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.

Premium Room, Pool View (Double/ Triple/ Quad)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Pool View (Double/ Triple/ Quad)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Room, Pool View (Double/ Triple/ Quad)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Duplex, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Duplex, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Connecting Rooms, Mountain View

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on a wooden panel, a wardrobe, and a bedside table.

Family Room, Connecting Rooms, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Connecting Rooms (Basement)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a dining area.

Family Room, Connecting Rooms (Basement)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (Basement)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view through a sliding door.

Standard Room (Basement)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Zakynthos

Contessa places you steps from Ionian Sea and within a 10-minute stroll of Argassi Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to mini golf. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In the area of this 3-property class Zakynthos hotel, you'll find Laganas Beach.

What's nearby

  • Argassi Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • National Marine Park of Zakynthos - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Laganas Beach - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Kalamaki Beach - 14 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Alykanas Beach - 25 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Zakynthos (ZTH-Zakynthos Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ilea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Notos - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Το Στέκι - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beer Academy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Πορτοκάλι - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Contessa

Contessa offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a front desk safe are also featured at the business-friendly Contessa.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Zakynthos hotel.

  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Contessa offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations, with a safe. This Zakynthos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.

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 to 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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

Contessa Hotel Zakynthos
Contessa Zakynthos
Contessa Hotel Zakynthos/Argassi
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Hotel Contessa Zakynthos
Zakynthos Contessa Hotel
Contessa Hotel
Hotel Contessa
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Contessa Zakynthos
Contessa Hotel Zakynthos

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Contessa?

Contessa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Contessa?

Yep, Contessa is a short 8-minute walk from Argassi Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

Does Contessa have a pool?

Contessa has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

Does Contessa serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Contessa?

No, Contessa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Contessa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Contessa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Contessa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with lovely staff and good food
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay

Awesome place to stay in the perfect area of town. Pictures don’t do it justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a week early July. Good location set back a bit from the main street, easy 5-6 minute walk to the beach and other bars and restaurants. Family run hotel, and it shows - staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Clean room with a balcony overlooking the pool area, serviced every day. Good, free buffet breakfast. Staff exceptionally helpful for example in suggesting and booking restaurants, trips, transport etc. Pool and bar area very clean, no problems getting a sun lounger when we wanted one. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bra hotell i mysiga Argassi

Överlag bra hotell med ganska lugnt läge en kort bit från huvudgatan. Mer av ett familjehotell med mycket barn och därmed konstant ljud. Åk inte hit om du vill ha lugn och ro. Det är ganska lyhört och poolområdet är underdimensionerat. Här jobbar dock fantastisk personal som erbjuder god service och är mycket hjälpsamma!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fijn kleinschalig hotel! Zeer vriendelijk personeel. Zeker een aanrader!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top verblijf

Echt een aanrader alleen zaten wij onderin soort kelder dat was minder en veel geluid van sluitende deuren enz daar zou wat aangedaan kunnen worden voor de rest alleen maar lof
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel is in a prime location with few mins walk to the city centre. Very lively location and the shops around are open till 1:00 am. Staff in the hotel is really nice and helpful. The bartender by the pool is very informative and will suggest good places to see around. Must visit restaurants Peppermint (15 mins walk) and Agnadi (cab ride from the hotel) if you are a foodie. Must do the boat tour around the island.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good hotel in its range but poor Wifi

Normal rooms are clean, little old, but good enough to not being disturbing. Friendly staff, very good pool and childrens pool with enough sun beds and shade. Ok midday snacks at the pool side, reasanable cockails at good price 4€. Breakfast is extensive but gets boring since it is the same every other day. Overall a very good hotel but a big minus is the Wifi that is almost always unavailable in the room and around the pool and very unstable in the lobby and even then at low speed. This is not up to standard 2015 and is the main reason I just can not give more that 3/5, Wifi is nowadays a core basic need!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bell'albergo vicino al mare, ma poca spiaggia

Siamo stati dal 19 luglio al 31 luglio 2015 ad Argassi presso l’Hotel Contessa (in 5 persone/2 stanze). La struttura era molto bella con una stupenda vista mare (terrazza ristorante). Peccato la colazione che non era un granché (p.es. non vi era varietà di frutta fresca, mancavano i cornetti! e il personale potrebbe essere un po’ più cordiale…). La piscina era bellissima e il bar di quest’ultima era ben servito da un personale simpaticissimo. Le stanze erano ampie e pulite, unica pecca è che ti consegnano solo una chiave (al momento che esci dalla stanza, il climatizzatore si spegne…). Ci complimentiamo con il personale della reception per la sua disponibilità.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lydia was beautiful. Made the stat for us thanks for the hospitality.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotelli oli erittäin siisti ja mukava,sijainti erinomainen.Hotellin henkilökunta todella mukavaa.Ruoka hyvää ja hinta-laatusuhde kohdallaan.Suosittelemme!!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Helt ok. Mye som ikke fungerte!!

Bodde her 3 netter når vi var på øyhopping i Hellas. Først og fremst vil jeg ikke anbefale området Argassi til noen som ønsker å oppleve autentisk gresk kultur, her snakker vi bademadrasser og neonlys overalt. Hotellet var midt på treet akkurat som vi hadde forventet ettersom det er rimelig og har lite stjerner, men noen ting forventer man. Blant annet var det ikke wifi på rommene, man kunne ha litt signaler om man var heldig, men i tillegg hadde man ikke mobildata heller, altså rommene sperret for datasignaler. Kjøleskapet var også en vits. Det fungerte ikke om du ikke var på rommet, og du får kun utdelt et nøkkelkort som gjør at det aldri er kaldt om du er mye vekk fra rommet. Dette kjøleskapet betaler man i tillegg for. Sist men ikke minst er de som jobber der totalt uvitende og kan ikke tipse om noe annet enn hva som er i umiddelbar nærhet og som står på alle reiseguider på nettet. Tips: ikke dra til Zakynthos over lengre tid og hvert fall ikke om du ønsker noen gode restaurantopplevelser!!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good for a short stay

We only stayed here one night and then changed hotels. All of the staff were friendly, polite and helpful. Pool bar prices were reasonable! Unfortunately the beds were quite uncomfortable, hair dryer in the room was really weak and the breakfast didnt seem very fresh, like it had been sat there for quite some time! For a short stay, on a budget. The contessa is okay!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service

Bien situé près de l'aéroport

Belle découverte de l'île de Zakynthos avec une météo excellente
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Attractive Hotel close to all the amenities

The outside area of the hotel is very attractive, with a nice pool area and landscaped gardens. A reasonable selection of snacks and drinks were available from the pool bar which had very pleasant and obliging staff. Rooms, especially those overlooking the pool were more than adequate and of a reasonable size and standard. The breakfast which was included with room charge, was reasonable. The buffet dinner at 10 euros was good value. The hotel bar was disappointing, in that it was very poorly lit and not staffed. Drinks had to be ordered via reception or the pool bar. Overall, for the amount paid, it was good value for money.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

We had a wonderful week in this hotel in mid May! The hotel is situated close to all facilities - supermarkets, restaurants, bars etc., and only a short walk from the beach. It is family run, the staff were very helpful and obliging. Our room was large and comfortable with a balcony - even had a sea view but I think not all rooms do. Dinners in the restaurant were not overpriced and were plentiful and varied. We might even return - this is a high recommendation! The only downside was that so many things were charged as extras - key safe, fridge, air conditioning, mattresses for the sun loungers by the pool (very uncomfortable without!).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024