Emelisse Nature Resort

Fiskardo, Emplisis Bay38.466711,20.57618(Show on Map)

9.0

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Off-the-beaten-track luxury and Kefalonia's poshest spa-enhanced hideaway; the hotel features breath-taking sea views and a sleek infinity pool.

Summary of reviews

Emelisse Nature Resort is a luxurious and exceptional five-star hotel located in a picturesque and preserved area of Kefalonia. The hotel boasts stunning views of the crystal-clear sea and breathtaking landscapes with easy access to a beautiful beach and nearby attractions. Guests rave about the exceptional breakfast buffet with a fantastic range of choices and high-quality food. The hotel's restaurant offers amazing dinner options and great cocktails with a stunning view overlooking the beautiful sunset. The spacious and well-equipped rooms are elegant and comfortable with attention to detail and top-notch service. The hotel is very clean with polite and friendly staff who go above and beyond to provide five-star service. The spa facilities are excellent with amazing massages and expert staff. The pool amenities are top-notch with beautiful infinity pools and easy access to nearby beaches. The hotel is family-friendly with activities for children and a family-run feel. While some guests may find the price tag steep, the grand luxe, comfort and refinement of the hotel justify its cost. Overall, Emelisse Nature Resort is a perfect place for a wonderful and restful stay with exceptional facilities and a relaxing and calm atmosphere.

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Sustainability Journey

An eco-friendly and eco-certified accommodation with Green Key certification, this resort incorporates natural materials in its design and provides eco-friendly luxury bath products. It is committed to reducing its environmental impact.

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Luxury

Voted as one of the "Hot 100 Best Hotels in Europe" by the Sunday Times, this luxury resort occupies the most northern tip of Kefalonia. The pools and outdoor restaurants and bars provide front row seating for an unparalleled display of nature's splendour.

Business

The Emelisse Nature Resort offers various amenities suitable for business travelers. The hotel's location provides a tranquil environment for business travelers.

Panoramic View Pool

Surrounded by cypress and cedar trees in Fiskardo, offering stunning views of the Ionian Sea from its pool area. The natural setting enhances the panoramic experience, providing a serene atmosphere.

Outdoor Pool

This resort features not one, but two outdoor pools, including an infinity pool with extensive views over the Ionian Sea. It is situated along the shoreline and offers a luxurious setting with various amenities including a spa and multiple dining options.

5 Star

This resort offers luxurious suites and villas surrounded by verdant gardens with ocean views. It provides airy spaces, indulgent contemporary interiors, four-poster beds, and private terraces, creating a romantic Mediterranean atmosphere.

EV charging stations

This resort property offers an EV charging station for guests. Located along the shoreline, it provides a scenic setting with an outdoor pool and other resort amenities.

Gym

The resort offers a fully equipped gym for guests to maintain their fitness routine. It also provides a great array of sports adventures and outdoor activities such as yoga, canyoning, kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, scuba diving, self-drive boat tours, tennis, and squash.

Pool

This resort offers luxurious accommodations and exceptional facilities, including two swimming pools with comfortable sunbeds. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options and access to a day spa. The resort also provides a free shuttle bus to Fiskardo.

Infinity Pool

Children's Pool

Panoramic View Pool

Outdoor Pool

Infinity Pool

The hotel features an outdoor infinity pool which offers stunning panoramic views over the sea, making every guest's stay as relaxing and luxurious as possible.

Romantic

Located in Fiskardo, this resort offers suites and villas surrounded by gardens with ocean views. It features contemporary interiors, four-poster beds, and private terraces. The Mediterranean cuisine and romantic atmosphere enhance the experience.

Dog Friendly

This resort is known for welcoming pets and providing a comfortable environment for both owners and their furry friends. It offers ample space for dogs to roam and is located near Emplisi Beach, perfect for dog walks. A setting near a port offers good public transport connections.

Family

The resort offers family apartments that can sleep up to 5 people. It has an excellent spa, restaurant, and boats to charter. Also features an open-air cinema.

Spa

Features a pool with a view and spa facilities, providing guests with a relaxing and nature-integrated wellness experience.

Honeymoon

The resort offers exceptional suites and villas surrounded by verdant gardens, providing airy spaces with ocean views, indulgent contemporary interiors, four-poster beds, and private terraces. It has superb Mediterranean cuisine and a romantic atmosphere, ideal for a honeymoon.

Beach

Located in Emplisis Bay, this resort is close to Emblisi Beach. The location offers outstanding views of the sea.

Tennis

Children's Pool

Room Types

Executive Double Room with Garden ViewThis tastefully decorated and air-conditioned room opens to a balcony or terrace with garden views. It features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

Executive Double Room with Sea ViewOffering Ionian Sea views, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned room features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

Maisonette with Sea View and Shared PoolOffering a balcony with views of the Ionian Sea and a shared pool, this air-conditioned and split-level maisonette is very spacious. It features: -2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms -a seating and dining area -a kitchenette with electric hobs and microwave.

Executive Double Room with Sea View and Shared PoolOffering Ionian Sea views and a shared pool, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned room features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

Executive Double Room with Partial Sea ViewOffering partial views of the Ionian Sea, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned room features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

Junior Suite with Garden ViewOffering garden views and a seating area with sofa, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned junior suite features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

Family Apartment with Sea View and Shared PoolOffering views of the Ionian Sea and a shared pool, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned apartment features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine -a kitchenette with electric hobs and microwave.

Executive Suite with Sea View and Shared PoolOffering Ionian Sea views and a shared pool, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned suite features: -2 bedrooms -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

Junior Suite with Partial Sea ViewOffering partial Ionian Sea views, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned junior suite features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

Junior Suite Sea ViewOffering Ionian Sea views, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned junior suite features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

Junior Suite with Sea View and Shared PoolOffering Ionian Sea views and a shared pool, this tastefully decorated and air-conditioned junior suite features: -flat-screen, satellite TV -bathroom with hairdryer and Korres toiletries -minibar -safety deposit box -espresso coffee machine.

VillaThe pool with a view and hot tub are the standout features of this villa. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa comprises 1 living room, 4 separate bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this villa also provides a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 4 beds.

Three-Bedroom VillaThis villa features a pool with a view and a hot tub. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa includes 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this villa also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 4 beds.

About Emelisse Nature Resort

Registry or License or Notification Number: 0430Κ014Α0031501

Guest Reviews

9.0

Excellent

Review Summaries

Location

Emelisse Nature Resort boasts an exceptional and picturesque location, situated in the preserved area of the northern tip of Kefalonia. Guests have access to a stunning beach mere yards away and can enjoy crystal-clear sea views and breathtaking landscapes. The hotel is a short walk from the charming village of Fiskardo with its pretty footpaths and local attractions. Free shuttles also operate from the hotel into town, making it easy to explore. The resort is surrounded by unspoilt wooded hills and features pristine landscaped gardens. Additionally, the resort offers private water access, making it an ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The luxurious layout of the hotel, combined with its exceptional positioning and spectacular views, make for an unforgettable stay.

Breakfast

The breakfast at the Emelisse Nature Resort receives high praise from its guests. Reviews describe the breakfast as great, superb, delicious and fantastic. The buffet spread every morning is said to be fabulous and outstanding with a fantastic range of choices, big selection and different options. Freshly-baked bread, homemade cakes and freshly squeezed orange juice are just some of the exceptional items available. Guests recommend doing breakfast each morning at the hotel and consider it as perhaps the best buffet they've experienced. The breakfast comes included in the price and is served in a beautiful ambiance with amazing views over one of the hotel pools and the sea. Although there was one negative review that found the breakfast to be only okay, the majority of guests loved the breakfast and described it as excellent, diverse and high-quality. The friendly waiters and fair pricing of the food and drinks at the hotel also add to the positive breakfast experience.

Dinner

Emelisse Nature Resort boasts a fantastic restaurant with amazing dinner options, great cocktails and a stunning view overlooking the beautiful sunset. The restaurant on site is praised for its excellence with guests enjoying the experience of having dinner while looking out to sea. Reviews do note that there aren't many options to choose from and some found the food to be bland, however, overall the quality is good. While some guests found the restaurant quality to be below expectations for a 5-star hotel and prices to be high, others found the food to be excellent and the restaurant really nice. One guest even calls the clubsandwich and cheesecake the "best they've ever had". However, there are a few negative reviews that mention expensive prices and difficulties getting food at certain times. Overall, guests can expect a great dining experience at Emelisse Nature Resort.

Rooms

If you're looking for a spacious and comfortable room, Emelisse Nature Resort has got you covered. Guests reported huge, exquisite and well-equipped rooms with beautiful bed linens and towels, as well as plenty of Korres toiletries. While some rooms felt a bit dated and could use a makeover or a touch of interior design, they were clean and well-maintained. For those who prefer larger and brighter rooms, Junior Suites are a great option. Extra lighting may be needed in some rooms and some guests found the air-conditioning to be not working well or the rooms to be too hot. However, the front desk reception was excellent and guests were sometimes upgraded to rooms with great views and modern amenities. While the rooms may fall short of five-star luxury for some, the hotel does pay attention to detail, such as providing handrails and accessories or strange dividers with books. Overall, guests enjoyed their stay in Emelisse and appreciated the elegant design of the hotel and top-notch service.

Cleanliness

Emelisse Nature Resort is a perfect choice for those who value cleanliness during their stay. The hotel is very clean and the cleaning staff are polite, courteous and friendly. Guest rooms are spacious, modern, clean and elegant. Although there were a few mentions of dirty floors and towels, these seem to be isolated incidents that could easily be improved upon. Some guests suggested that the hotel should be more eco-friendly and reduce the use of little plastic bottles. Overall, guests commented on the excellent location and cleanliness of the hotel with one guest even saying that the cleanliness was "muito limpo" (very clean) and another stating that "Die Sauberkeit in allen Bereichen makellos" (the cleanliness in all areas is impeccable). The Chambres propres et spacieuses (clean and spacious rooms) and Το δωμάτιο πεντακάθαρο και πολύ άνετο (the room is spotlessly clean and very comfortable) were also commended. The only negative comments were with regard to the swimming pool toilettes and poor decor, but these are minor issues that shouldn't deter anyone from choosing this hotel.

Staff

Emelisse Nature Resort boasts exceptional service from its friendly and welcoming staff. Many guests have praised staff members by name, such as Mary and Maria, for their helpfulness and professionalism. Staff go above and beyond, providing guests with five-star service, remembering their orders and making them feel part of the family. Guests have also noted the family-run nature of the resort with everyone willing to help. While some guests felt that certain staff members needed customer awareness training, many others have raved about the incredible service provided. Some have even claimed that the service is "fantastic" and "top-notch." Despite a few negative comments about a lack of responsiveness around the pools and uncooperative management, guests largely agree that the staff at Emelisse Nature Resort are a powerhouse, making the experience delightful and memorable.

Spa

If you're looking for a luxurious spa experience, Emelisse Nature Resort is the perfect place to relax and unwind. With a stunning setting and excellent facilities, it's the ultimate destination for pampering. The massages are particularly noteworthy with many guests raving about the amazing skills of Sotiris, who is widely regarded as one of the best massage therapists around. The spa staff are excellent with guests praising Chrissa's attention to detail and overall expertise. While there have been a few negative experiences, the vast majority of guests have had a fabulous time at the spa and would highly recommend it. So if you're in need of some serious R&R, make sure you indulge in a massage at the Emelisse Nature Resort spa.

Pool

The Emelisse Nature Resort boasts amazing pool facilities, including infinity pools, outdoor pools and children's pools. The scenic pools offer beautiful views and stunning facilities, making it hard to beat this resort for swimming enthusiasts. The service around the pools is top notch with helpful and friendly staff, although some guests may struggle to get sun loungers at the main pool. The resort also offers easy access to nearby beaches, making it ideal for those seeking a beach holiday. However, some guests have noted issues with cleanliness around the pool area and a lack of attention from staff during lunch service. Despite this, the Emelisse Nature Resort is a fantastic place to relax and enjoy the beautiful pool amenities.

Beach

The Emelisse Nature Resort boasts an amazing location with easy access to some of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Guests have raved about the stunning Emplosi beach, which is attached to the hotel and the nearby Myrtos, dafnoudi and antisamos beaches are worth a visit too. The sea is crystal clear and perfect for swimming and water sports with private water and rock access from the hotel available. The hotel even has its own private rocky beach equipped with stairs for easy access. Guests also appreciate the secluded and private location, while still being just a short walk or shuttle ride away from the stunning Emplosi beach. Overall, the beach access at Emelisse Nature Resort is exceptional and not to be missed.

Family

Emelisse Nature Resort is a family-friendly hotel that offers something for everyone. The resort has a family-run feel and is perfect for guests traveling with children or infants. The hotel is known for being very child-friendly with activities that keep the little ones occupied. Although some mentioned struggles to get sun loungers at the main pool, there is an adults-only pool available. They also offer a room upgrade for families with three children, allowing parents and children to stay together on the same balcony. However, some reviewers noted noisy minors, but overall, the Emelisse Nature Resort is a great option for families looking for a vacation getaway.

5 Star

Emelisse Nature Resort in Fiskardo is an exceptional and idyllic five-star hotel that offers a stunning view and exceptional facilities. Travelers have rated it as the best hotel in Fiskardo and the most beautiful place to stay in Kefalonia. The hotel's attention to detail and ambiance is excellent and the staff is lovely and helpful. Guests mention that the hotel requires a makeover soon to maintain its five-star status and independent energy production via photovoltaic panels could be considered to live up to 5star status. Nonetheless, Emelisse Nature Resort provides a fantastic stay with facilities that are all five-star and a relaxing and calm atmosphere. It's the perfect place for a wonderful stay to remember and it's THE place to stay in Kefalonia.

Luxury

Emelisse Nature Resort is an absolutely exquisite and luxurious getaway, located in an incredible setting with top-notch facilities that cater to your every need. The hotel boasts a luxurious layout worthy of a five-star status, making it a one-of-a-kind resort experience. While some guests may have found the price tag to be steep, others agreed that the grand luxe, comfort and refinement of the hotel justifies its cost. The service is exceptional and the location is simply stunning. Overall, a wonderful and restful stay awaits you at Emelisse Nature Resort.

FAQ

Yes, Emelisse Nature Resort has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Infinity Pool, Children's Pool, Panoramic View Pool, Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Emelisse Nature Resort.

Yes, Emelisse Nature Resort welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Emelisse Nature Resort.

Yes, Emelisse Nature Resort has a gym.

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