Your stay — Feakes
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The Property — Feakes
Feakes is a straightforward 3-star on Corfu town's southern edge, a brisk 10-minute walk from the Old Fort. The lobby feels like a tidy, slightly faded 1990s Greek hotel: tiled floor, small reception desk, potted plant. Its main draw is practicality — clean rooms, a rooftop pool with views over the bay and the Albanian mountains, and rates that stay sane in peak summer. Best for independent travellers who value location and price over character.
Chronicles of Corfu
Corfu town has been a strategic maritime port since Byzantine times, later ruled by Venetians, French and British before joining modern Greece in 1864. Its UNESCO-listed Old Town is a dense grid of narrow alleyways (kantounia) lined with Venetian tenement houses, French arcades and the distinctive Liston promenade built under Napoleon's rule. After the 1953 Ionian earthquakes, reconstruction kept the historic core intact, though newer suburbs sprawl inland. Today the town balances tourism — package holidaymakers flood the New Port — with a lingering Italianate sense of cafe culture and local life in the backstreets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Corfu guide →Best months
May and June for settled sunny weather before the tourist crush, with sea temperatures warm enough for swimming by late May. September is also excellent: still hot but with lighter crowds on the Old Town streets.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the absolute peak. Corfu town chokes with day-trippers from cruise ships and charter flights, hotel prices double, and the airport road is gridlocked. The main events are the August 15 Assumption celebrations, with local panigiria (festivals) in nearby villages, and the Corfu Beer Week in early July.
Budget shoulder season
October and early November offer the best budget window: temperatures stay 20-25°C, flights drop, and rooms at Feakes can halve in price. You'll dodge the worst of the queues at the Old Fort and the Achilleion Palace.
Weather & packing
Corfu's summer is hot and humid, with occasional afternoon electric storms that move fast — keep a folded umbrella in your daypack. Pack only natural fabrics (linen, cotton) and a light wrap for evenings when the Sirocco wind drops.
Live City Briefing — Corfu
- The new Corfu Town sea wall promenade along Garitsa Bay opened fully in May 2025, linking the Old Fort to the Mon Repos estate — a good flat walk past two new beach bars.
- Kerkyra's municipal parking app (MyParkingCorfu) went live in January 2026; you'll need it to pay for street parking near the hotel, as the old machines have been phased out.
- Cruise ship calls in July 2026 are forecast to be 15% higher than 2025, with up to four ships docking simultaneously at the New Port — expect Old Town crowds between 10am and 3pm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Feakes, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard. These are farthest from the street and any bar noise, and the upper floors get better natural light and less foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any facing the main road. Ground-floor units can be dark and noisy from the lobby and street. Front-facing rooms get direct traffic noise from Corfu's busy streets.
Best views
No defined sea or landmark view from this address. The best outlook is from rear upper-floor rooms overlooking the courtyard or neighbouring rooftops, avoiding the street.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they are above street level and away from ground-floor activity. Without a lift, these require a stair climb but pay off in peace.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main Corfu road, so traffic noise is constant during the day and evening. Early morning deliveries and scooters start around 7am. No lift means stairwell noise from guests dragging luggage, especially on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs or ask for a rear-facing room at booking — no guarantee on arrival. 2. No lift means pack light if allocated above floor 2; ask for a lower floor if mobility is an issue, but accept you'll trade quiet for convenience.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Feakes
Free, no login required, typical speed 20 Mbps download (adequate for browsing and streaming)
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No daily newspapers; no digital newsstand. Building is a converted 19th-century townhouse with original ceiling frescoes in the lobby
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00 at reception; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 half-day charge of €25 (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage at reception after check-out until 18:00
Step-free entrance from street level; lift fits wheelchairs; no accessible rooms or grab bars in bathrooms; narrow corridors may limit turning space
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is 'Parking Spianada' on Kapodistriou Street, 400m walk, charged €10 per 24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per person per night (mandatory, paid at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €20 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Analipseos (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
arillas play ground — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 86 m · ~1 min walk
Άγιος Στέφανος — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay common in shops and restaurants.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% for good service in restaurants; taxis round up to nearest euro; hotel staff get a few euros for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso freddo or frappe at a local cafe, around €2-3.
Gyros pitta or souvlaki from a grill shop, about €4-5.
Moussaka or grilled fish at a taverna, main around €8-12.
Gyros and souvlaki stands in the Old Town and near the new port.
Supermarkets like Sklavenitis, Lidl, and AB Vasilopoulos are common.
H&M and Zara in Corfu Town, plus market stalls in the Liston area for cheap souvenirs.
Bus (Blue Bus) day pass €3 for Corfu Town; from airport take bus line 15 for €1.10.
Eat at tavernas away from tourist strips; buy water and snacks at supermarkets; use buses instead of taxis.
Good to know — Corfu
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Corfu, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Feakes
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 86 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Corfu Airport (bus stop outside arrivals) → San Rocco Square (10 min walk to Eriva Hotel)
💡 Validate your ticket in the machine on board. The walk from San Rocco to Eriva is flat, but luggage wheels can struggle on cobbles.
Corfu Airport → Corfu Town Bus Terminal
💡 Green buses are mainly for island routes; use this only if Blue Bus isn't running. From the terminal it's a 15-min walk or €5 taxi to Eriva.
Corfu International Airport (CFU) → Eriva Hotel
💡 Pre-book with a local company like Corfu Taxi Transfer; avoid drivers offering rides inside the terminal — inflates prices.
Eriva Hotel → Corfu Old Town (Liston)
💡 Hail from the main road (Ethnikis Antistaseos). Ask for a fixed fare before getting in — the meter starts at €3.50 but can climb on short trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Feakes?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard. These are farthest from the street and any bar noise, and the upper floors get better natural light and less foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Feakes?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any facing the main road. Ground-floor units can be dark and noisy from the lobby and street. Front-facing rooms get direct traffic noise from Corfu's busy streets.
Is Feakes noisy?
The hotel sits on a main Corfu road, so traffic noise is constant during the day and evening. Early morning deliveries and scooters start around 7am. No lift means stairwell noise from guests dragging luggage, especially on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Feakes?
No defined sea or landmark view from this address. The best outlook is from rear upper-floor rooms overlooking the courtyard or neighbouring rooftops, avoiding the street.
What are insider tips for staying at Feakes?
1. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs or ask for a rear-facing room at booking — no guarantee on arrival. 2. No lift means pack light if allocated above floor 2; ask for a lower floor if mobility is an issue, but accept you'll trade quiet for convenience.
What time is check-in at Feakes?
Check-in at Feakes is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Feakes have Wi-Fi?
Free, no login required, typical speed 20 Mbps download (adequate for browsing and streaming)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Feakes?
€0.50 per person per night (mandatory, paid at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Feakes?
Gyros pitta or souvlaki from a grill shop, about €4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Feakes?
Bus (Blue Bus) day pass €3 for Corfu Town; from airport take bus line 15 for €1.10.
When is the best time to visit Corfu?
May and June for settled sunny weather before the tourist crush, with sea temperatures warm enough for swimming by late May. September is also excellent: still hot but with lighter crowds on the Old Town streets.
Top Attractions in Corfu
💡 If you're visiting on a Sunday morning, you'll see a cricket match—Corfu is the only place in Greece where the sport is played regularly. Buy a cheese pie from a nearby bakery and sit by the Maitland Rotunda.
💡 Go just before 5pm if you want to hear the local women crowd in for the evening litany. Dress modestly—shoulders and knees covered. The reliquary can be kissed after the service if you follow the queue.
💡 Skip the cable car tourist train and walk from the end of the bus line (green bus from San Rocco Square, 1.50 euros). For a swim, take the little boat from the pier below the monastery to Vido Island—free if you swim across from the mainland (200m).
💡 Bring water and wear sturdy shoes—there are many steep steps and no shade. Entry costs 6 euros (2024), but the permanent archaeological exhibition inside is included.
💡 Entry is 4 euros, but free on the first Sunday of each month (November to March). The museum is small—you can do it properly in 45 minutes. Combine it with a walk through the nearby Anemomylos neighborhood for a coffee stop.