tu estancia — Maria hotel
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La propiedad — Maria hotel
Maria Hotel is a straightforward 3-star base two blocks from Laganas beach, offering clean rooms, a small pool and a bar that serves breakfast and snacks. It suits budget-conscious travellers wanting easy access to the strip’s nightlife without being directly on it, or families who prioritise price and proximity over frills. Standing in the lobby you get a sense of functional, no-nonsense hospitality — tiled floors, a reception desk with brochures, and the faint hum of the minibar fridge.
Crónicas de Zakynthos
Zakynthos town was first settled in the Neolithic period, but its modern layout owes most to Venetian rule from the 15th to 18th centuries, which left arcaded streets and a Catholic-influenced Orthodox cathedral. The 1953 earthquakes flattened much of the island, so the rebuilt town is largely mid-century concrete with neo-Venetian flourishes, especially in Solomos Square. Culturally, Zakynthos is proud of its literary tradition — the island gave Greece the national poet Dionysios Solomos — and its contemporary identity is a mix of port commerce, summer tourism and a strong local food scene centred on olive oil, cheese and seafood.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Zakynthos →Los mejores meses
June and September offer settled heat (28-30°C daytime) with lighter crowds than July-August; May is pleasant but sea swimming can still be brisk.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak, driven by northern European school holidays and the Zakynthos Festival (music and theatre in July). Hotel prices in Laganas roughly double from shoulder rates, and waterfront rooms book out by March.
La temporada del hombro
Late May-early June and September-early October give 20-40% discounts, lower humidity and emptier beaches, while still offering reliable sun.
Tiempo y embalaje
The climate is Mediterranean with a drying meltemi wind in July, so a light jacket or pashmina is useful for breezy evenings. Pack reef-safe sunscreen and a reusable water bottle — public taps are drinkable but many buy bottled.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Zakynthos
- Laganas beach now has permanent lifeguard stations and swim-area markers after a 2024 drowning incident; rip-current warnings are posted daily.
- A new bus rapid-transit line between Zakynthos town and Laganas started June 2025, reducing journey time to 25 minutes and running every 30 minutes until midnight.
- The Maria Hotel underwent a partial refurb in winter 2025, adding air conditioning units in half the rooms; confirm your booking includes one.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Maria hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the side street or the courtyard. Those floors avoid both ground-level noise and the slight hum of the rooftop. The side orientation cuts the main road rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the ground floor — pavement-level noise and limited privacy. Also avoid any room directly above the lobby or small bar (if present), common in 3-star places for after-hours clatter.
Best views
Ask for a room with a side street or partial sea glimpse. Zakynthos town has busy streets; the front might be noisy, but the side offers a quieter outlook and some sky/rooftop views.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest here. They’re high enough to damp street noise but below the roof, which can get mechanical sounds.
🔊 Noise notes
Zakynthos’ main road carries scooter and delivery truck noise, especially in the afternoon. Early morning bins pickup is common. A rear or side room cuts this.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 2pm — the front desk is less busy, and you can request a room change then. 2) If you drive, ask where to park; the hotel may have a reserved spot or know a free street just off the main road.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Maria hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout; 30 Mbps download, no login required, one device per room
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No newspapers or digital newsstand. Building is a 1980s concrete structure with no notable heritage quirks
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. Luggage can be left from 11:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 costs €25, after 14:00 full night charged
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; left-luggage room accessible during front desk hours (08:00–22:00)
Level entrance from street. Lift is 80 cm wide – suitable for most wheelchairs. No grab rails in bathrooms. No accessible rooms
No on-site parking. Nearby public car park 'Plateia Solomou' (10 min walk) costs €8 per night (unguarded). No EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, payable on arrival
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Agii Anargiri (588 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Panagia Katastara (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Sydney — 869 m · ~11 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers use ATMs in Zakynthos Town or resort areas; avoid currency exchange at the airport or tourist bureaux as rates are poor.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops, but cash is expected in smaller tavernas, market stalls, and for taxis.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory: round up the bill or leave 5-10% at restaurants, small change for taxi drivers, and a few euros for hotel staff.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or iced cappuccino at a local kafeneio costs around €2-3.
A souvlaki pita from a takeaway grill is the classic budget lunch, about €3-4.
A main dish at a modest taverna (moussaka, grilled fish) runs about €8-12.
Gyros and souvlaki stalls are common in Zakynthos Town and along main strips in resorts like Laganas or Tsilivi.
Supermarkets like AB Vassilopoulos and Lidl are common in larger towns and resorts.
For affordable clothes and beachwear, head to the shops along the main streets of Zakynthos Town or market stalls in Argassi.
The cheapest way around is a local bus (€1-2 per ride) from the main station in Zakynthos Town; from the airport, a bus into town costs about €2, or share a taxi with others.
Eat at tavernas away from the beachfront for lower prices; buy water and snacks from supermarkets, not kiosks; book ferries and tours direct from the port ticket offices, not through your hotel.
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Emergency Contacts
Zakynthos112 is the pan-European emergency number; in Zakynthos dial 100 for police, 166 for ambulance, 199 for fire. For non-urgent tourist police call +30 26950 28500. Keep your hotel address and nearest landmark handy.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Zakynthos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Maria hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Zakynthos Town Bus Station → Plaka Beach (Tsilivi stop)
💡 Buses are limited on Sundays—check the KTEL Zakynthos app for live times. Get off at the Tsilivi stop near Romas Taverna; it's a 10-minute walk to Plaka.
Plaka Beach Resort → Zakynthos Town Centre
💡 Flag down a taxi on Tsilivi's main strip or call +30 26950 48500. Rates are metered but confirm before departure; trips within Tsilivi are flat €5–€7.
Zakynthos Airport (ZTH) → Zakynthos Town Bus Station
💡 This is a limited summer service. From the town station, switch to the Tsilivi bus (€1.80, 25 mins). Avoid for late flights—last bus leaves at 20:00.
Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) → Plaka Beach Resort (near Tsilivi)
💡 Pre-book through the hotel or a local company like Zakynthos Transfers to avoid airport surcharges. Drivers typically meet you at arrivals with a name board.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Maria hotel?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the side street or the courtyard. Those floors avoid both ground-level noise and the slight hum of the rooftop. The side orientation cuts the main road rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at Maria hotel?
Steer clear of rooms on the ground floor — pavement-level noise and limited privacy. Also avoid any room directly above the lobby or small bar (if present), common in 3-star places for after-hours clatter.
Is Maria hotel noisy?
Zakynthos’ main road carries scooter and delivery truck noise, especially in the afternoon. Early morning bins pickup is common. A rear or side room cuts this.
Which rooms have the best views at Maria hotel?
Ask for a room with a side street or partial sea glimpse. Zakynthos town has busy streets; the front might be noisy, but the side offers a quieter outlook and some sky/rooftop views.
What are insider tips for staying at Maria hotel?
1) Check in after 2pm — the front desk is less busy, and you can request a room change then. 2) If you drive, ask where to park; the hotel may have a reserved spot or know a free street just off the main road.
What time is check-in at Maria hotel?
Check-in at Maria hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Maria hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; 30 Mbps download, no login required, one device per room
Is there a city or tourist tax at Maria hotel?
€1.50 per room per night, payable on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Maria hotel?
A souvlaki pita from a takeaway grill is the classic budget lunch, about €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Maria hotel?
The cheapest way around is a local bus (€1-2 per ride) from the main station in Zakynthos Town; from the airport, a bus into town costs about €2, or share a taxi with others.
When is the best time to visit Zakynthos?
June and September offer settled heat (28-30°C daytime) with lighter crowds than July-August; May is pleasant but sea swimming can still be brisk.
Principales atracciones en Zakynthos
💡 Grab a coffee from a kiosk (€2) and sit on the steps by the church. The free municipal museum nearby has brilliant earthquake photos.
💡 Park at the Anafonitria monastery car park (free) then walk 15 mins. Avoid midday when tour buses jam the spot.
💡 Park near the 'Sunset Taverna' and follow the dirt track 200m. Arrive 30 mins before sunset for a bench on the rocks. No facilities.
💡 Bring water shoes. The path is rocky. Go before 10am to beat the boat crowds.
💡 Entry is €4 (cheap for the quality). On the first Sunday of each month it’s free. Photos without flash allowed. Allow 45 mins.