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Olivemare

Guests find serenity and convenience at this welcoming retreat, where massages, poolside dining, and a beautiful garden create perfect relaxation spaces

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Olivemare offers easy access to shopping and spa services. Start your day with a breakfast buffet before heading to the outdoor pool. The peaceful garden and library provide spaces to unwind, with guests consistently praising their experience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Double Room | Terrace/patio

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kefalonia, Olivemare is near the beach. Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum and Historical and Folklore Museum of Corgialenos are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Archaic Temple of Skala and Mycenaic Tomb. With snorkeling, windsurfing, and surf lessons nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Argostoli travel guide
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Katelios, Kefalonia, Kefalonia Island, 28086

What's nearby

  • Agia Varvara Katelios Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kato Kateleios Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Katelios Beach
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kato Kateleios Marina
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kaminia Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sunrise Fish Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • taverna Apostolis
    7 min drive
  • Milos Beach Bar
    7 min drive
  • Jerry's Elliniko
    5 min walk
  • Restaurant Scandinavia
    7 min drive

About this property

Olivemare

Luxury hotel near the bay
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and an art gallery on site at Olivemare. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like rowing/canoeing and fitness classes at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, olivemare, offers breakfast, lunch, light fare, and a poolside location. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with shopping on site and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, a gift shop, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Olivemare offer comforts such as furnished lanais and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • olivemare

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Art gallery
  • Fitness classes
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Shopping
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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 - 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
24-hour pool access

Property is also known as

Olivemare
Olivemare Hotel
Olivemare Hotel Kefalonia
Olivemare Kefalonia
Olivemare Hotel
Olivemare Kefalonia
Olivemare Hotel Kefalonia

Frequently asked questions

Does Olivemare have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Olivemare pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Olivemare?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Olivemare?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Olivemare provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Olivemare located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Katelios Beach, Agia Varvara Katelios Beach, and Kato Kateleios Beach. Ionian Sea and Kato Kateleios Marina are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Olivemare Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Good location near the beach and close to many restaurants. Breakfast was beautiful, homemade and local produce. Staff super friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet location with lots restaurants nearby. The hosts were warm, kind, and very helpful. The pool is lovely. The breakfast with homemade organic food was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect. Lovely accommodation - Tasty breakfast - rooms comfortable and kept clean. 1st class! Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. Beautiful view, lovely personel. Excellent breakfast which you can pre order and it’s served when you arrive. Walkable to the beach and restaurants. Quiet place and nice pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The worst part was...staying for just one night! The place is amazing: quiet, well decorated, charming. Surroundes by olive trees, Marilena treata her guests like family. You feel truly welcome once you step into her place. Amazing breakfast, relaxing swimming pool, well locates near to well organized town of Skala... A 10 out of 10!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo, Norwich

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

unique haven of tranquility

We thourghly enjoyed our 4 night stay. comfortable room,excellent breakfasts and contentious staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stefania, rimini

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

Splendida settimana di tranquillità e relax

Personale gentilissimo e disponibile,location tranquilla, accogliente e confortevole. Quello che cercavamo. Grazie Marilena
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

michael, london

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

Fantastic boutique style hotel.

Fantastic boutique style hotel. Friendly owner and staff who could not do enough for you. The rooms were a good size, very well decorated and maintained, importantly were very clean. Very short walk to the town. (2 min) Don’t look any further and just book this hotel. I doubt you will be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frances, London

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

Very quiet and peaceful hotel

Lovely location just out of town but easy to walk in for every thing. Star attraction was decent length of pool, which only we seemed to use. Loved all the 'upcycled' furniture painted white. V comfortable hard mattress. Only negative was the hard pillows, I always think of Michael Caine in hotels, who always travels with his own pillows, not an option with cabin luggage. I would return. Frances (London).

10/10 Excellent

AS

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

La parenthèse enchantée

Formidable impression d'être dans sa propre villa. Hotel avec un charme incroyable lové dans un écrin de verdure ( Oliviers). Un grand soin apporté à la qualité de la nourriture ( Home made) et à la présentation. Accueil charmant.

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

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

Un havre de paix et de tranquillité

Le parfait endroit pour se reposer dans un cadre idyllique avec un personnel aux petits soins et l'accueil chaleureux de Marilena, la propriétaire du lieu. Magique ! Un endroit que l'on voudrait garder secret !

10/10 Excellent

kafkas

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

Very good, excellent atmosphere and comfortable

Very nice room surrounded with olive trees , sun beds in the patio , very relaxing ambience, breakfast can be improved ...

10/10 Excellent

P&Y

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

A great location and place to stay in Kefalonia.

OliveMare is the perfect location for accommodation in Katelios village, it is in a quiet location that is a short walk, 5 mins, to the beach and tavernas. With just 5 double rooms the hotel is small and friendly, however you are very well looked after by Marilena, Maria and the team. Nothing is too much trouble. The pool area is great for sun-bathing with comfortable beds for everyone, no need to rush to reserve your beds! On many days we had the entire pool area to ourselves. Each room has its own terrace which also contains nice sunbeds and chairs if you want a bit of shade from the afternoon sun. Nearby beaches are very nice although the best one is at Kaminia and this needs a car, scooter or boat to access. When we went we had about 1.5 miles of perfect sandy beach, warm shallow sea and about 10 people to share it with. Breakfast is served on the terrace overlooking the pool and garden, Plenty of choice with home made bread and jams available along with cereal, yogurt, and other home cooked specialties from Maria. Eggs and other items were also available on request. Lunch and drinks are available throughout the day. These are freshly prepared by Maria and always very tasty. Based on our tours of the island, Katelios is one of the best "Village" locations we saw on the island. Other favorites were Asos and Fiskardo in the north. If you are looking for a quite and restful holiday you will be challenged to beat a stay at OliveMare

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Fantastic and chic hotel

We cannot speak highly enough of this gorgeous hotel and its fantastic staff and owner. The hotel is simplistic chic at its finest. Beautifully decorated with a great pool and garden. The hotel only has 5 rooms which means that most of the time you feel like you have it to yourself. Each room has its own private terrace with sun loungers and table and chairs. Otherwise you can relax by the pool or on the dining terrace outside which is shaded. The staff, especially Maria (chef and welcome party) and Marilena (the owner and host) make you feel both at home and spoilt throughout your stay. The food on site is fantastic and everything is homemade (from the Halva to the bread and jams). The wine is sourced from a local producer and is fantastic. We would recommend hiring a car as the local beach is not great. However, Marilena gave us such a list of places to visit and to eat on the island that we will have to come back next year to visit the rest! The hotel is about 40 min drive from airport. In a taxi it costs 45 euros each way so it is more cost effective to hire a car. Hopefully next year the hotel will also start running cooking courses. I want to return for that! I would not recommend for families with children (does not seem to be much to do for kids as compared to other hotels) but for an adult only holiday, this place is absolutely perfect. We will returning ASAP!

10/10 Excellent

PJ

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

Perfect stay

Could not fault this place, it's absolutely gorgeous, great location, beautifully peaceful, lovely rooms and very friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect break away

Olivemare is the most beautiful hotel we have stayed it. It was perfect, only 5 rooms and excellent location. Far away enough to be private and secluded, yet close enough in the car to Skala and other places where you may want to eat. Marilena is incredible, offering insights into the best places to eat and the most beautiful beaches.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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