Marelen Hotel Zakynthos

Hotels
8.6 (385 reviews)
Box 6, Kalamaki , Kalamaki , gr

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Unpleasant odors in the room
Overpriced for quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Significant concerns about unpleasant odors in the room.
Service
9.21
Some reports of below-standard service, but generally friendly staff.
Location
9.75
Proximity to the beach cited positively, although noise from airplanes noted.
Room Quality
8.2
Concerns about room size and mattress quality, with mixed reviews on renovation.
Amenities
8.73
Good pool facilities but some concerns about outdated outdoor games.
Value for Money
7.69
Perceived as overpriced for the experience offered.
Food and Beverage
7.74
Buffet food quality not meeting 4-star expectations.
Overall Experience
9.21
Mixed feelings due to some issues, but overall decent experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 05:18

Property Description

Garden Oasis and Rooftop Dining
Nestled in beautiful gardens, Marelen Hotel Zakynthos offers a tranquil escape with a lounge bar and a rooftop terrace restaurant.

Relax by the Pools
Enjoy the Mediterranean sun by one of the three outdoor pools or sip a refreshing drink at the poolside bar.

Comfortable Rooms and Convenient Amenities
Each room features modern comforts like a flat-screen TV, kettle, and a private bathroom. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi and indulge in buffet meals at the main restaurant.

Experience a serene stay at Marelen Hotel Zakynthos, where relaxation and convenience meet seamlessly. Book now for an unforgettable holiday experience.

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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 385 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 7.69
Food and Beverage: 7.74
Overall Experience: 9.21
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Cintia Benita couple hu
7
Egyszer elment, legközelebb nem ide mennék vissza
Pros:

Bőséges választék reggelinél és vacsoránál. Segítőkész recepciós. Közel a part, nyugodt környék.

Cons:

Tisztaság nem volt megfelelő. Érkezéskor az előző bent tartózkodó hajával volt meg telve a zuhanyzó. Minden nap kértünk takarítást, az csak felületes volt. Folyosók, lépcsők se voltak a legtisztábbak, illetve sok helyen felújításra szorulnak. Wifi borzasztóan rossz a szobából, legtöbbször nem volt. Szobában a fürdő kivitelezése sem szerencsés, nincs elválasztva a szobától, habár a képeken a foglalt szobánál nem úgy nézett ki. Üveg ajtó van a zuhanyzónál és a Wc-n is, ami így barátnővel menni kellemetlen. Zuhanyzónál nem folyt le rendesen a víz, mindig úszott a zuhanyzó előtti rész, tiszta víz volt minden. Vékony falak, állandóan mást nem hallani csak az üvöltöző gyerekeket, nem meg a szomszéd szobában lévők beszélgetését.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Beatrix solo_traveller at
9
Pros:

Die Anlage war sehr schön, mit Erwachsenen Pool, das Frühstück und Abendessen war ausgezeichnet

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Lufi couple al
10
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Alexandru family_with_children ro
7
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Melissa family_with_children be
8
Pros:

De kindvriendelijkheid en het lekker ontbijt en avondeten

Cons:

We hadden een kamer geboekt met twee slaapkamers, maar was voor ons iets te klein. Vooral de bedden waren klein. De receptie wou ons direct een upgrade geven wat we erg apprecieerde, maar we hadden graag twee aparte kamers ipv een suite. Die zag er wel fantastisch uit, maar ons zoontje slaapt het best in een aparte kamer.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Giorgio family_with_children it
9
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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IOANNIS family_with_children gr
9
Great stay
Pros:

Variety of breakfast, very helpful good location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Lufi couple al
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Josh couple gb
10
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Katrin solo_traveller at
10
Pros:

Das Hotel ist sehr schön, alles vorhanden und das Personal super freundlich!
Die Zimmer sind sehr groß und geräumig, der Fluglärm hat uns nicht gestört.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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noel family_with_children gb
9
Fantastic Hotel with everything you could possibly need.
Pros:

This is a fantastic hotel. Very welcoming, helpful staff. The breakfast buffet was amazing - the best I have seen in any hotel .
The location is perfect , only a few hundred metres from the beach and restaurants.
What gives this hotel the edge over other hotels in the region, is the fact that some of the apartments have a small kitchen with a fridge, hob, kettle and toastie machine, meaning that you are able to prepare lunch time snacks and keep a stock of water.
There are plenty of sun loungers for everyone - so no 6am fight for a sunbed!

Cons:

Bathroom showing some wear - large chip on shower tile and grout could have been cleaner. The metal shower shelf was also loose, so it couldn't be used.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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diana family_with_children ro
10
Minunat
Pros:

Mâncarea, personalul, curățenia, locația.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Robbie couple gb
7
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple de
10
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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anne-marie solo_traveller be
10
Excellent, à recommander.
Pros:

Séjour parfait en tous points .

Cons:

Rien.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Susanne solo_traveller de
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Stanislav Bondarets family_with_children ua
10
A wonderful choice for a relaxing family holiday with a young child
Pros:

Our main goal was to find a great hotel for us and our 2-year-old, with good food and comfortable conditions for the whole stay. Hotel Marelen turned out to be exactly that kind of place. The crowd here consists mainly of families and older guests, which sets a very pleasant, calm atmosphere from the moment you arrive.

This is genuinely the right place if you're after a quiet, relaxing holiday rather than a lively party scene — don't expect the latter here, and honestly that's a good thing. The food was truly delicious and varied. Due to a booking mix-up we ended up with two separate rooms, but the staff merged them into one without any fuss, saving us the hassle of moving luggage around — that kind of flexibility really stood out. Rooms were clean and tidy throughout. There's a sandy beach with sun loungers just nearby, plus plenty of restaurants and bars to suit any taste. The hotel has its own parking, and we'd recommend renting a car to explore the island — Navagio Beach and the Blue Caves are well worth it. A special mention goes to receptionist Maria, who was always ready to help with whatever we needed.

Worth noting separately: the hotel sits about 5 minutes from the airport, which is handy, but you will hear planes throughout the day until around 11 PM. It didn't really bother us, but it's something to keep in mind.

Cons:

Mosquito screens on the bathroom vents would be a welcome addition — at night a few mosquitoes made their way into the room, which was a minor but noticeable inconvenience. One other thing worth mentioning: island quiet hours start at 11 PM, so all live music wraps up then. Given how family-oriented the hotel is, finishing entertainment around 10 PM would make more sense — little ones are usually already asleep by that point.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
Анна couple ua
6
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Midas solo_traveller gr
9
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Antonia couple de
8
Pros:

Es war alles sehr sauber und das Personal war sehr zuvorkommend.

Cons:

Das W-lan hat nicht bis in die Zimmer gereicht, dort war auch kein Empfang.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee