The Old Markets

Hotels
9.3 (57 reviews)
Kali Strata 5 , Symi , gr

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly and helpful staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Air conditioning could be better
Room size may be small for some

Categories

Cleanliness
9.26
Well-maintained and clean, with a focus on providing a pleasant experience.
Service
9.73
Staff were excellent, friendly and very helpful during the stay.
Location
9.77
Best location on the island, very convenient for getting around.
Room Quality
8.22
Rooms were smaller but equipped with everything needed; however, the steps may pose a challenge.
Amenities
9.25
Historic charm and unique building features, creating a distinctive atmosphere.
Value for Money
9.21
A solid overall experience considering the quality of the service and location.
Food and Beverage
9.76
Delicious breakfast with wonderful views; meals at the restaurant were very good.
Overall Experience
9.23
A really enjoyable stay with memories of excellent service and stunning views.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 12:31

Property Description

Unique Boutique Experience

Located in Symi's old market, the Old Markets boutique hotel offers beautifully decorated units with free WiFi. The bar and sun terrace provide an elegant setting, while massage and beauty treatments add a touch of luxury.

Artistic Rooms and Modern Amenities

The air-conditioned rooms feature a blend of artworks and antique furnishings, along with modern comforts like a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. The luxurious bathroom with premium toiletries and a pillow menu ensure a relaxing stay.

Delightful Dining and Nearby Attractions

Guests can enjoy a daily continental breakfast and request dinner at the dining area. With various dining options nearby, exploring Symi's culinary scene is a must. Explore nearby villages like Panormitis and beaches such as Pedi Village, all within a short distance.

Experience the charm of Symi at Old Markets - Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 57 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.26
Service: 9.73
Location: 9.77
Room Quality: 8.22
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 9.21
Food and Beverage: 9.76
Overall Experience: 9.23
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Mick • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great location and Daniel and Christina were wondetful!

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • us
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • es
9
Would come back but in a different room😉
Pros:

It is a beautiful little hotel

Cons:

Our room was very small and directly behind the kitchen, so it was noisy

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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frederique • solo_traveller • fr
10
Moment magique
Pros:

L'accueil etait chaleureux . Nous avons eu l'agréable surprise d'être surclassé dans l'immense suite vue sur la baie c'était magique. Le personnel est aux petits soins . Le petit déjeuner est succulent avec une vue incroyable. Merci pour tout nous avons passé un moment magique avec vous. Emplacement parfait malgré qq marches. Je lai fait sans problème malgré ma prothèse de genou .

Cons:

Rien tout etait parfait

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Sokrates • couple • de
7
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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IREN • couple • tr
10
Get the suite, and have a sunset cocktail at the rooftop. Michelin restaurant next door is amazing as well (owned bu the
Pros:

Amazing room and views, has a very special feel and charm to it.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
עובדיה • couple • il
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Maruša • couple • si
5
Breakfast is great and the location is also good. We basically slept in a cave. The bathroom has no door - so if there a
Pros:

Good location, very nice breakfast.

Cons:

We basically slept in a cave. The bathroom has no door - so if there are two people in the room, the one who is in the bedroom hears if the other person is on the toilet. Also there is no real shower. Its an authentic experience I guess, but definitely not worth anything more than 60€ per night.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
סלהוב • couple • il
5
היה יכול להיות נהדר אם הנתון הזה היה מצויין!!!!וחבל
Pros:

המקום יפה הנוף מרהיב.

Cons:

המדרגות היו נוראיות!!!!!!
פשוט סיוט בלי קשר לגיל ובהתייחס לגיל זה היה פשוט נורא!!!!!

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Rosario • couple • it
4
Pros:

Colazione top, Daniel bravissimo !

Cons:

Aria condizionata rotta per 3 giorni , frigorifero non funzionante , acqua per la doccia deludente

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Marina • extended_group • it
9
Calma, tranquillità, accoglienza e finezza
Pros:

Lo staff

Cons:

Poca acqua nella doccia

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • fr
10
Séjour de rêve à Symi
Pros:

La situation de l’hôtel et le point de vue de la terrasse sur le port magnifique. Les réponses des managers toutes nos demandes, la gentillesse et le professionnalisme du personnel. Le petit déjeuner et à la carte. Le confort du lit.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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anna • couple • it
10
Pros:

Un posto magico perfettamente integrato con l'isola, quindi bello, curato in ogni dettaglio ma non sfacciatamente lussuoso.
La colazione e l'aperitivo in terrazza, con quella vista valgono il viaggio.
Carlo e il suo team sono "super", ci torneremo sicuramente!

Cons:

nulla

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Georgios • couple • gr
9
Pros:

Best location of the island

Cons:

Air conditioning and the soundproofing could be better

2025-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Gill • couple • gb
9
Great place, gorgeous breakfast and view.
Pros:

Delicious breakfast with wonderful view. Great waiter and very chatty.
Spacious room with balcony.
Restaurant eve meal.. we tried the 3 courses was very good.

Cons:

A little impersonal from the owner.. perfectly pleasant but no checking on us, no information on what to do. The suite was nice but steps up to bedroom felt a bit hazardous..

2025-10-19 • via Nuitee
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New Journeys (Halifax) • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

the location, the view and most of all the host and his staff! the young man at breakfast so eloquent, polite and knowledgeable.

Cons:

the steps but that's part of the beauty of the location, not your fault that i have bad knees.

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Malmstedt • couple • se
9
Would highly recommend!
Pros:

Supernice! Clean, beautiful, great staff, absolutely stunning buildings.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
10
The stay was very relaxing great walks great beaches great food .
Pros:

The staff were excellent , Carlo and Daniel made us feel very welcome . The Owner was very friendly and made us feel at home

Cons:

We liked the whole experience
Nothing not to like

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • us
10
Wonderful historic hotel in symi
Pros:

The location was amazing — very convenient for getting around. The rooms were definitely on the smaller side, but honestly had everything we needed. I loved the character of the historic building, it gave the whole stay a unique charm. Overall, a really enjoyable experience and I’d definitely stay here again! The staff are so helpful and friendly , breakfast on the roof with wonderful Daniel was the icing on the cake

Cons:

The steps could be challenging for some people especially at night. No need to worry about getting your luggage up to your room as Carlos has that taken care of.

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • gb
8
Very stylish boutique hotel in historic buildings in the heart of Symi.
Pros:

The Old Markets is a very chic and atmospheric hotel spread over several historic buildings on gorgeous Symi. It is extremely central and has stunning views over the island.

Cons:

I would have preferred better lighting in the bathroom and a guide to the hotel in the room. We missed that there was a cocktail terrace we could have visited. In general it would have been nice to have a welcome/some instructions written down for us to check.

2025-08-18 • via Nuitee