Villa Costa

Kefalonia, Skala

An intimate, adult only hotel set in peaceful surroundings
Explore nearby beaches and Skala, a traditional Greek fishing village
The family-owned boutique hotel has eight traditional rooms and a pool
Enjoy authentic Greek home cooking and wine tastings at Sophia’s Terrace

Kefalonia has long been heralded for its magical ability to charm all those who visit it. By far the Ionian’s most seductive island, Kefalonia is the destination of choice for those who want to enjoy a taste of authentic Greece, with an added dash of luxury.

The island’s legendary beauty is just one of the reasons why we have chosen Villa Costa. This adults-only boutique hotel is available exclusively in the UK to Sovereign guests, and truly offers you a slice of everything. Set on the seafront and surrounded by landscaped gardens, fields, orchards and olive groves, Villa Costa is the idyllic Grecian getaway. This elegant retreat has just eight rooms and is the perfect choice if you are looking for a comfortable and friendly home away from home in Greece. Add that to heavenly home cooking, splendid sea views, wine tasting and weekly barbeques and you have everything it takes for a very relaxing holiday.

If you feel like venturing a little further afield, do not miss a trip to the nearby village of Skala. Made famous by Louis de Bernieres in his 1994 novel Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, if the village has risen in popularity since the book was released, it has lost none of its charm. Stroll through its streets to get to a Roman villa with original mosaic floor for a taste of history, before bedding down on one of the longest and cleanest beaches in the Ionian. But Kefalonia is not just famous for its authentic villages and lush hinterland. Potamaki Beach, just a few miles from Villa Costa is a world-renowned conservation area and one of the last nesting places for rare loggerhead turtles.

Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted at this hotel. This hotel has 8 rooms.

Facilities

Bars & Restaurant

Greece’s cuisine is well known (not to mention well loved!) for its freshness and quality and guests at Villa Costa won’t be disappointed. Villa Costa’s in-house restaurant offers everything from local specialities to more international fare.

Sophia's Terrace A La Carte Restaurant

This stylish à la carte restaurant offers gourmet dining in stunning al fresco surroundings. Soak up the garden views while feasting on rustic Greek cuisine, cooked with modern flair, and choose from the sumptuous wine list which includes local specialities. The menu features fresh salads and light snacks, as well as locally-caught fish and seafood dishes.

Don’t miss the weekly barbecue and wine tasting evening, where you can discover the full scale of the hotel’s impressive wine cellar. Taste regional Greek wines paired with hors d’oeuvres, followed by a tasty barbecue on the hotel lawns.

Open: 08:30 – 10:30, 13:00 – 15:00 and 19:30 – 21:30

Meals at Sophia’s Terrace are included for bed and breakfast and half board guests.

Beach & Pools

Drinking in the Kefalonian sea views from the comfort of your sun lounger by the pool is one of our favourite pastimes at Villa Costa. If you really want to make a splash, Mounda beach is just 5-minutes walk away, while Potamaki Beach, a stretch of totally unspoilt sandy coastline is just a few miles down the coast.

Swimming Pool

Villa Costa has a freshwater swimming pool, surrounded by a wooden deck with comfy sun loungers. Enjoy the sea views while cooling off and take a dip in the whirlpool.

Beach

There’s a long sand and shingle beach within walking distance of Villa Costa. Head several miles further to Potamaki Beach, which is famous for its endangered loggerhead turtles and has soft sands and clear, topaz waters.

Activities & Entertainment

With one of Kefalonia’s most beautiful beaches just minutes in one direction, an idyllic authentic village in another, plus boat trips, turtle watching and a mini train for relaxed sightseeing, there’s no shortage of things to amuse yourself with here.

Activities and Entertainment

Villa Costa has a tasteful reading lounge and conservatory for guests to relax in. Take a trip to nearby Potamaki Beach for a turtle-watching trip or take the mini train to sightsee around Skala. The hotel staff can arrange a variety of local boat trips for you to explore the area. Wine tasting with expert sommeliers is also available for small groups and couples.

About the location

Kefalonia is an island that lives up to its promise. Part honeypot of super yachts and sailing boats, part authentic Greece of oleander and goat bells, Kefalonia oozes charm wherever you are. The island’s northern peninsula is more fashionable but we prefer to head to the south, where life goes on much as it always has. Regardless of whether you want to don your designer shades and soak up the glitz and glamour or lose yourself in the island’s captivating coves and gin-clear waters, Kefalonia is wonderfully varied.

A devastating earthquake in 1953 wiped out much of Kefalonia’s architectural jewels. However, there are a few villages that show off their Greco-Venetian good looks with aplomb. Head to Fiskaro in the north (the only village to survive) for examples of lovely Neo-classical baroque architecture. The hinterland is amazing too - a quick viewing of the 2001 film Captain Corelli’s Mandolin will give you more than a fair idea of what to expect.

Villa Costa is found on the southeast coast of the island, just a few minutes from the pretty village of Skala. Packed full of traditional family-run tavernas and set right on a beautiful beach, it’s no wonder Skala is one of our favourite resorts in Kefalonia. Grab a seat at a sea fronted cafe, order an ouzo and just watch the world go by.

Transfer time

Villa Costa is an hour’s drive from Kefalonia Airport.

Maia Double Room Sea View

Max 2 adults

Maia is located on the ground floor and is decorated with elegant dark wood furniture and soft sand colour furnishings to give a warm ambiance. The room features a double bed and patio doors which open directly onto the gardens with a sea view. The changeover day is Sunday and the minimum stay is 7 nights.

23m²

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Tea and coffee facilities

Slippers

Minibar

Hairdryer

Free WiFi

Satellite / Cable TV

Bathrobe

Air conditioning

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Cassandra Twin Room Sea View

Max 2 adults

Cassandra is located on the ground floor and is decorated with soft blues and dark cherry stained furniture, offering a crisp and regal feel. The room offers twin beds, which can be made into double if required, and patio doors that open directly onto the gardens with sea view. The changeover day is Tuesday or Thursday and the minimum stay is 7 nights.

23m²

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Hermione Double Room Sea View

Max 2 adults

Hermione is located on the ground floor and offers luxurious, romantic accommodation with double bed, stencilled cabinets and soft tones. The patio doors lead to the gardens with a lovely sea view. The changeover day is Tuesday and the minimum stay is 7 nights.

23m²

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Nausica Double Room Terrace

Max 3 adults

Nausica is located on the ground floor and has the benefit of a spacious private terrace with jasmine and lemon trees. It offers a double bed and is decorated in cool blue and white tones, using the motif from the Greek flag. The changeover day is Thursday or Sunday and the minimum stay is 7 nights.

23m²

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Helene Double Room Sea View

Max 2 adults

Helene is located on the first floor and features a balcony with lovely sea views, double leather bed, Italian granite flooring and cool blue tiling in the shower room. The changeover day is Tuesday and the minimum stay is 7 nights.

23m²

Facilities

Persephone Twin Room Sea View

Max 2 adults

Persephone is located on the first floor and features twin beds, which can also be made into a double. It is decorated in calm and tranquil colours and offers a balcony with sea views as well as a shower room where turquoise green tiling is found with a contemporary sandblasted glass basin. The changeover day is Sunday and the minimum stay is 7 nights.

23m²

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Chloe Double Sea View Room

Max 2 adults

Chloe is located on the first floor, luxuriously designed and colourfully decorated, offering stunning views of the mountains and sea. The changeover day is Sunday and a minimum stay is 7 nights.

32m²

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Artemis Double Sea View Room

Max 2 adults

Artemis is a boutique-style room, located on the first floor, offering bespoke furnishings to create a luxury feel. The room has views of the sea and the bathroom includes a whirlpool Jacuzzi®. The changeover day is Tuesday and the minimum stay is 7 nights.

40m²

Facilities

Exclusive Sovereign Special Offer

Save 20% discount on the hotel price for stays between 25 September - 31 October 2022.

Save 15% discount on the hotel price for stays between 19 July - 03 September 2022.

Valid when booked between 01 - 31 May 2022.

Combinable with Complimentary HB Upgrade.

Exclusive to Sovereign - Complimentary Upgrade to Half Board

Sovereign guests receive Complimentary Half Board for holidays between 01 May - 31 October 2022.

Exclusive to Sovereign Honeymoon Offer

Honeymoon couples will receive sparkling wine, honeymoon cake and flowers on arrival.

Bed and Breakfast

Guests can enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast by the chef, served in the picturesque Sophia’s Terrace à la carte restaurant.

Half Board

Dinner and Breakfast are served in Sophia’s Terrace à la carte Restaurant. The Half Board package also includes a weekly barbeque. Please note, drinks are not included.

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“ Perfect

David P, Wadhurst, United Kingdom

Nov 15 2020

We managed to get away to Villa Costa in September in between lockdowns As ever Mario was there to welcome us. It must be a tough year for all of them. We experienced some really bad weather on the...

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“ Friendly hotel

benjess2016, Southport, United Kingdom

Aug 31 2020

Just sitting on the balcony enjoying the view of the sea. Our room overlooks the beautiful gardens in this small hotel in Skala. Home cooked food is delicious and everyone is very helpful. Having a...

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Activities and Entertainment

Exclusive Sovereign Special Offer

Exclusive to Sovereign - Complimentary Upgrade to Half Board

Exclusive to Sovereign Honeymoon Offer

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