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Our opinion: A good, basic, family run complex.
Situated in the idyllic village of Lakka in an elevated position, and close to the picturesque harbour, the Bastas Complex is ideally situated for those seeking a truly relaxing holiday. This family-run accommodation is well maintained and is just a five minute walk from the pretty village and the white pebble beaches. The island of Paxos offers stunningly beautiful scenery and it is a pretty haven away from the main tourist track. With the Bastas Complex as your base, you can explore the whole island, from the gentle curves of the east to the rugged coastline of the west.
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Amenities
- Bar
- Pool bar/snack bar
- Air conditioning (payable locally)
- Safety deposit boxes (payable locally)
- Reception with TV.
Leisure Activities
- Roof top swimming pool in an elevated position (accessed by steps).
Accommodation
Studios (1/2 & 1/3 persons) with twin beds, open plan kitchenette (cooking rings), TV, air conditioning (payable locally), private bathroom with shower and a balcony with inland view. Two bedroom apartments (4/6 persons) with open plan kitchenette (cooking rings), TV, air conditioning (payable locally), private bathroom with shower and a balcony with inland view. Please note that this complex is not suitable for those with walking difficulties.
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- Accommodation Type: Studios & Apartments
- Accommodation Code: 13907
- Rooms: 60
- Floors: 3
- Special Features
- Own Pool
- Exclusive to Olympic
- Reduced Child Price
We have 29 reviews and comments
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Olympic Holidays at 12:07 pm, 22 July 2011
Bastas is situated in a great location were you can take a short wander down to the lovely harbour and tavernas of Lakka or up towards the many walks through the olive groves..Myself & partner stayed in Bastas for a week in june 2012 and loved every minute.Our room was basic but had all that we needed for a base plus our apartment was cleaned daily and sheets were changed..All the staff were so lovely and made you feel like old friends.Tracey our rep was fantastic with great knowledge of the island and she was there everyday if you needed her..I would highly recommend the Bastas complex if you are looking for a basic but clean & friendly base to explore the lovely paxos island..
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Olympic Holidays at 10:07 am, 23 July 2011
Sarah, really considering going here now read your review. Never been to Lakka before so just interested to hear if there are any nearby beaches be they pebble or whatever as we don't mind a walk to local beaches that you can swim from. Also what sort of a walk is it to local tavernas etc? Cheers
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Olympic Holidays at 06:08 pm, 2 August 2011
Hi Galvin...
The walk to tavernas are only a 2-3 min walk from Bastas,there are a good choice to choose from,some in the back streets and some by the waters edge.There is one sort of main pebble beach in Lakka with sun beds which if i recall rightly cost 7euros for the day but just before you reach thet there is a tiny little pebble beach which we used to just lay our towls down on and the swimming in either of these places is lovely..You could hire a boat for the day and stop at one of the coves which is also lovely plus go to Loggos also as this is such a sweet harbour with great food,to get there by taxi cost us 8 euros and we had an evening meal there it was a perfect setting and meal,,,You defently wont be dissapointed with paxos and probably like me will wont to return.
Good luck and let me know how it goes.
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Olympic Holidays at 06:08 pm, 2 August 2011
ps heres some photos 1st is Lakka harbour 2.Lakka at night 3.sucluded cove we boated to 4.veiw of Lakka from top of bastas (the little beach would be to the left of the sea) 5.walk up in the hills and these are the veiws 6.Loggos by day 7.Loggos early evening.8.Walk to lakka harbour...hope these help!?
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Olympic Holidays at 04:08 pm, 6 August 2011
pps ignore the photo numbering as they are not shown as i posted them (sorry) but as you can see its lovely in paxos
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Olympic Holidays at 12:07 pm, 25 July 2011
the location is excellent 5 minutes stroll from seafront. the pool and bar are great if not large. the family are great and really enjoyed me chatting in my limited greek to them. the room are basic but clean - as usual in Greece there is no kettle but they are cleaned daily except sunday, if i recall. we would recommend as a greekophiles of 35 years as its the way things used to be before mass tourism and the place attracts lots of upmarket yachts so the restaurants are superb. not much of beach but you can go every day for free to a lovely beach with tavernas owned by the same family and relax in sea or a pool and eat well - real greek food - not much else in paxos but who needs it with lovely greek food?
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Olympic Holidays at 03:08 pm, 14 August 2011
I believe Paxos is great for walking.
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Olympic Holidays at 05:08 pm, 14 August 2011
Just returned from our third fortnights holiday at the Bastas on Paxos. Its location could hardly be better; being in a somewhat elevated position it catches the breeze. The rooms are basic but clean and are serviced six days a week. The pool is simply superb with a small bar which provides drinks and surprisingly tasty food. The nearest shops & tavernas are a five minute walk away. The owners have a beautiful beachside taverna with a saltwater swimming pool at nearby Manadendri and a free minibus leaves every morning, returning at 5pm. Tracey the rep is friendly, approachable and very knowledgeable about the island. Her enthusiasm makes it impossible not to enjoy the experience! We shall return!
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Olympic Holidays at 12:08 pm, 16 August 2011
Hi Martin, how are the prices for eating out in Lakka this year?Was the resort full?
Keith
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Olympic Holidays at 02:08 pm, 18 August 2011
Hi Martin
Are you into hiking at all, any good walks?
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Olympic Holidays at 09:08 am, 16 August 2011
Would you recommend hiring a car for a fortnight staying here or is there plenty of public transport, etc
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Olympic Holidays at 12:08 pm, 19 August 2011
Tracey is great , helped resolve a problem with room allocation. Be advised some of the smaller rooms at Bastas are gloomy with a patio facing a wall, maybe I got one because I was travelling alone. Overall though Paxos is lovely, good walking, views, food and friendly service.
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Olympic Holidays at 04:08 pm, 19 August 2011
Idyllic island, very pretty scenery, plenty of pure azure waters to swim and cool in. In Lakka the friendliest of people serve you the food they have made with passion! Accomodation at the Bastas was Greek basic at its best, a perfect no frills base and exceptionally good value.What took it from good to great ( apart from the roof top pool) though, was Tracey the local rep.Customer care taken to the next level due to her depth of local knowledge,infectious love of the island and warm and friendly competence if anything needs sorting.You had better be ther next year Tracey, as we will be back!
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Olympic Holidays at 10:08 am, 23 August 2011
Absolutely brilliant time. We stopped at the Bastas on 11th July and really enjoyed the week. We had a front facing studio and the location of the hotel was within 2 minutes of the centre of Lakka, which we feel is the best place on Paxos. Would return to Paxos and Bastas apartments again.
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Olympic Holidays at 01:08 pm, 24 August 2011
We love it (family of four) and would recommend to anyone! Top tip - take masses of cash (rooms have a safe) as we got caught out the first time. Bars and restaurants don't take cards and the nearest cashpoint is in Giaos. What are the food prices like this year and is Gabby still running the pool bar?
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Olympic Holidays at 07:08 pm, 26 August 2011
Excellent accommodation for the money- you won't do better on Paxos... Simple Greek family-run accommodation at it's very best.
You could easily pay an extra £500 per couple if you wanted slightly more fancy accommodation, but my advice is to go & blow the grand you've saved on hiring a boat- we paid an average of £70 a day on a perfect little 30hp with padded sunlounging areas built-in. We lived like millionaires and spent (relatively) peanuts, visiting every stunning part of both Paxos & Antipaxos. Don't worry about car or bike hire if you take this approach- the islands are tiny and just about everything worth seeing is on the coast.
Tracey is the best rep I've ever seen (& I've been a Resort Manager for 3 seasons in the past, so I know what I'm talking about!).
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Olympic Holidays at 09:08 pm, 26 August 2011
Thanks for your comments
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Olympic Holidays at 05:08 pm, 28 August 2011
Bastas is excellent value for money. Paxos is quiet and
relatively unspoiled. The beach which the Bastas minibus takes you to and from every
day has everything needed for a relaxing
do-nothing beach holiday.
The Olympic rep Tracey is passionate and knowledgeable, very professional and super efficient. This place is definitely worth a visit!
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Olympic Holidays at 05:09 pm, 9 September 2011
Had a great time good value for money at bastas basic but clean and friendly pool area fab sun till 8pm owners great and good rep Tracey who knows all there is to know Lakka is the best place in my opinion good places to eat. Will be back GILLIAN
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Olympic Holidays at 06:09 pm, 23 September 2011
Beautiful island and good basic and clean accomodation. I am a repeat visitor and this year went on my own as a solo woman in late 30's. Perfectly safe and very friendly. Brilliant pool and staff great. Only thing I would change is the flights/airline and communication from reps at the airport. This was not good this year and would be the only thing that would put me off going again. Tracey the local rep was excellent. Am thinking of going to the Bastas next year, but might try arranging my own flights to avoid the nightmare return journey this year! Very reasonable if not eating out all the time and it is possible as good minimarkets with fresh fruit and veg, and a fab bakery by the harbour edge. Lakka is definitely a special place and I will be back. N.B would not recommend to families with teenagers as Paxos is not a lively resort with not much for that agegroup. Teens staying were very bored. For those looking for beautiful scenery, peace and tranquility (and hot sunshine in August) it is ideal. Also take plenty of cash as it is really a cash only island with one ATM in Gaios. Only a couple of restaurants take visa etc.
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Olympic Holidays at 11:09 am, 29 September 2011
Is Olympics famous Rep - TRACEY - still available
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Olympic Holidays at 12:09 pm, 30 September 2011
Yes she certainly is!
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Olympic Holidays at 01:10 pm, 5 October 2011
Stayed at the Bastas last year and found it comfortable and well-equipped and v well sited just five minutes from pretty, picturesque Lakka harbour. Superb restaurants everywhere in Lakka. Lovely friendly family run the apartments and the rep in 2010 was excellent (I'm sorry, but I don't remember her name - she kept her cool and sorted us all out during the volcanic ash situation with admirable good humour and patience...). Good swimming at a beach about ten minutes stroll from the harbour and at beautiful Monodendri - using the Bastas minibus service. The walking on Paxos is excellent and one can buy a really good, detailed, accurate walking map in local shops; especially good as many Greek island maps are not so great, at least to a Brit raised on Ordnance Survey quality! Beautiful green island, peaceful, friendly, relaxed pace of life. Highly recommended.
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Olympic Holidays at 03:10 pm, 21 October 2011
3rd time in Lakka, still as pretty as before and as friendly. Basta accomodation reflects the budget price paid but was perfectly acceptable. The Olympic rep Tracey was excellect particularly as the flying dolphin and ferry services were suspended.
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Olympic Holidays at 10:10 pm, 22 October 2011
a truly great value for your money beautiful island great resort basic but clean & staff friendly elevated pool great in sun all day long with pool bar and good food served will defineatley be going back
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Olympic Holidays at 10:10 am, 27 October 2011
Just got back froma wonderful week on the beautiful island of Paxos - we had thunderstorms but that just added to the fun. The Olympic team and especially Tracey (our rep at the Bastas) couldn't do enough for us and had comprehensive knowledge of the Island and it's delights. Will certainly be making a return vist ;))
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Olympic Holidays at 07:10 am, 28 October 2011
just returned from our second trip to Lakka and the Bastas accomodation. Still as wonderful as it was the first time and we shall be sure to return for a third.
The accomodation is in a great location, very clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. The rep Tracey is great and always at hand to help with any problems.
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Olympic Holidays at 08:10 pm, 28 October 2011
have stayed here now for 3 years 2008 9 /10 -- think my trip advisor post says it all - wonderful complex , vicinity and restaurants - second to none ....
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Olympic Holidays at 05:11 pm, 13 November 2011
Just returned 11/10/2011 Good basic accommodation hot water clean sheets beautiful views of harbour even though ours was classed as inland view. Excellent location 2/3 mins from harbour/ beaches & Tavernas (Alexandros) hidden just outside the Main. Sq Meals to die for & he let us have our 1st one on tick when we realised we hadn't changed euros(majority of places were not taking Visa due to economy) Heavenly massages can be had at the Sanctury by Sylvie corner of the Square. The Bastas has a free bus to Manandari Beach this is a must use service has everything there that you will need free beds/pedaloes etc toilets/showers. Also bar & food available (a little dear) the Bastas was basic kitchen equipment (lacked electric kettle) had safety boxes @ €7 per wk + a vast library to either borrow or exchange be a devil donate yours & enjoy..................
Olympic Holidays at 12:07 pm, 22 July 2011
Bastas is situated in a great location were you can take a short wander down to the lovely harbour and tavernas of Lakka or up towards the many walks through the olive groves..Myself & partner stayed in Bastas for a week in june 2012 and loved every minute.Our room was basic but had all that we needed for a base plus our apartment was cleaned daily and sheets were changed..All the staff were so lovely and made you feel like old friends.Tracey our rep was fantastic with great knowledge of the island and she was there everyday if you needed her..I would highly recommend the Bastas complex if you are looking for a basic but clean & friendly base to explore the lovely paxos island..
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Olympic Holidays at 10:07 am, 23 July 2011
Sarah, really considering going here now read your review. Never been to Lakka before so just interested to hear if there are any nearby beaches be they pebble or whatever as we don't mind a walk to local beaches that you can swim from. Also what sort of a walk is it to local tavernas etc? Cheers
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Olympic Holidays at 06:08 pm, 2 August 2011
Hi Galvin...
The walk to tavernas are only a 2-3 min walk from Bastas,there are a good choice to choose from,some in the back streets and some by the waters edge.There is one sort of main pebble beach in Lakka with sun beds which if i recall rightly cost 7euros for the day but just before you reach thet there is a tiny little pebble beach which we used to just lay our towls down on and the swimming in either of these places is lovely..You could hire a boat for the day and stop at one of the coves which is also lovely plus go to Loggos also as this is such a sweet harbour with great food,to get there by taxi cost us 8 euros and we had an evening meal there it was a perfect setting and meal,,,You defently wont be dissapointed with paxos and probably like me will wont to return.
Good luck and let me know how it goes. -
Olympic Holidays at 06:08 pm, 2 August 2011
ps heres some photos 1st is Lakka harbour 2.Lakka at night 3.sucluded cove we boated to 4.veiw of Lakka from top of bastas (the little beach would be to the left of the sea) 5.walk up in the hills and these are the veiws 6.Loggos by day 7.Loggos early evening.8.Walk to lakka harbour...hope these help!?
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Olympic Holidays at 04:08 pm, 6 August 2011
pps ignore the photo numbering as they are not shown as i posted them (sorry) but as you can see its lovely in paxos
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Olympic Holidays at 12:07 pm, 25 July 2011
the location is excellent 5 minutes stroll from seafront. the pool and bar are great if not large. the family are great and really enjoyed me chatting in my limited greek to them. the room are basic but clean - as usual in Greece there is no kettle but they are cleaned daily except sunday, if i recall. we would recommend as a greekophiles of 35 years as its the way things used to be before mass tourism and the place attracts lots of upmarket yachts so the restaurants are superb. not much of beach but you can go every day for free to a lovely beach with tavernas owned by the same family and relax in sea or a pool and eat well - real greek food - not much else in paxos but who needs it with lovely greek food?
Olympic Holidays at 03:08 pm, 14 August 2011
I believe Paxos is great for walking.
Olympic Holidays at 05:08 pm, 14 August 2011
Just returned from our third fortnights holiday at the Bastas on Paxos. Its location could hardly be better; being in a somewhat elevated position it catches the breeze. The rooms are basic but clean and are serviced six days a week. The pool is simply superb with a small bar which provides drinks and surprisingly tasty food. The nearest shops & tavernas are a five minute walk away. The owners have a beautiful beachside taverna with a saltwater swimming pool at nearby Manadendri and a free minibus leaves every morning, returning at 5pm. Tracey the rep is friendly, approachable and very knowledgeable about the island. Her enthusiasm makes it impossible not to enjoy the experience! We shall return!
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Olympic Holidays at 12:08 pm, 16 August 2011
Hi Martin, how are the prices for eating out in Lakka this year?Was the resort full?
Keith -
Olympic Holidays at 02:08 pm, 18 August 2011
Hi Martin
Are you into hiking at all, any good walks?
Olympic Holidays at 09:08 am, 16 August 2011
Would you recommend hiring a car for a fortnight staying here or is there plenty of public transport, etc
Olympic Holidays at 12:08 pm, 19 August 2011
Tracey is great , helped resolve a problem with room allocation. Be advised some of the smaller rooms at Bastas are gloomy with a patio facing a wall, maybe I got one because I was travelling alone. Overall though Paxos is lovely, good walking, views, food and friendly service.
Olympic Holidays at 04:08 pm, 19 August 2011
Idyllic island, very pretty scenery, plenty of pure azure waters to swim and cool in. In Lakka the friendliest of people serve you the food they have made with passion! Accomodation at the Bastas was Greek basic at its best, a perfect no frills base and exceptionally good value.What took it from good to great ( apart from the roof top pool) though, was Tracey the local rep.Customer care taken to the next level due to her depth of local knowledge,infectious love of the island and warm and friendly competence if anything needs sorting.You had better be ther next year Tracey, as we will be back!
Olympic Holidays at 10:08 am, 23 August 2011
Absolutely brilliant time. We stopped at the Bastas on 11th July and really enjoyed the week. We had a front facing studio and the location of the hotel was within 2 minutes of the centre of Lakka, which we feel is the best place on Paxos. Would return to Paxos and Bastas apartments again.
Olympic Holidays at 01:08 pm, 24 August 2011
We love it (family of four) and would recommend to anyone! Top tip - take masses of cash (rooms have a safe) as we got caught out the first time. Bars and restaurants don't take cards and the nearest cashpoint is in Giaos. What are the food prices like this year and is Gabby still running the pool bar?
Olympic Holidays at 07:08 pm, 26 August 2011
Excellent accommodation for the money- you won't do better on Paxos... Simple Greek family-run accommodation at it's very best.
You could easily pay an extra £500 per couple if you wanted slightly more fancy accommodation, but my advice is to go & blow the grand you've saved on hiring a boat- we paid an average of £70 a day on a perfect little 30hp with padded sunlounging areas built-in. We lived like millionaires and spent (relatively) peanuts, visiting every stunning part of both Paxos & Antipaxos. Don't worry about car or bike hire if you take this approach- the islands are tiny and just about everything worth seeing is on the coast.
Tracey is the best rep I've ever seen (& I've been a Resort Manager for 3 seasons in the past, so I know what I'm talking about!).
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Olympic Holidays at 09:08 pm, 26 August 2011
Thanks for your comments
Olympic Holidays at 05:08 pm, 28 August 2011
Bastas is excellent value for money. Paxos is quiet and
relatively unspoiled. The beach which the Bastas minibus takes you to and from every
day has everything needed for a relaxing
do-nothing beach holiday.
The Olympic rep Tracey is passionate and knowledgeable, very professional and super efficient. This place is definitely worth a visit!
Olympic Holidays at 05:09 pm, 9 September 2011
Had a great time good value for money at bastas basic but clean and friendly pool area fab sun till 8pm owners great and good rep Tracey who knows all there is to know Lakka is the best place in my opinion good places to eat. Will be back GILLIAN
Olympic Holidays at 06:09 pm, 23 September 2011
Beautiful island and good basic and clean accomodation. I am a repeat visitor and this year went on my own as a solo woman in late 30's. Perfectly safe and very friendly. Brilliant pool and staff great. Only thing I would change is the flights/airline and communication from reps at the airport. This was not good this year and would be the only thing that would put me off going again. Tracey the local rep was excellent. Am thinking of going to the Bastas next year, but might try arranging my own flights to avoid the nightmare return journey this year! Very reasonable if not eating out all the time and it is possible as good minimarkets with fresh fruit and veg, and a fab bakery by the harbour edge. Lakka is definitely a special place and I will be back. N.B would not recommend to families with teenagers as Paxos is not a lively resort with not much for that agegroup. Teens staying were very bored. For those looking for beautiful scenery, peace and tranquility (and hot sunshine in August) it is ideal. Also take plenty of cash as it is really a cash only island with one ATM in Gaios. Only a couple of restaurants take visa etc.
Olympic Holidays at 11:09 am, 29 September 2011
Is Olympics famous Rep - TRACEY - still available
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Olympic Holidays at 12:09 pm, 30 September 2011
Yes she certainly is!
Olympic Holidays at 01:10 pm, 5 October 2011
Stayed at the Bastas last year and found it comfortable and well-equipped and v well sited just five minutes from pretty, picturesque Lakka harbour. Superb restaurants everywhere in Lakka. Lovely friendly family run the apartments and the rep in 2010 was excellent (I'm sorry, but I don't remember her name - she kept her cool and sorted us all out during the volcanic ash situation with admirable good humour and patience...). Good swimming at a beach about ten minutes stroll from the harbour and at beautiful Monodendri - using the Bastas minibus service. The walking on Paxos is excellent and one can buy a really good, detailed, accurate walking map in local shops; especially good as many Greek island maps are not so great, at least to a Brit raised on Ordnance Survey quality! Beautiful green island, peaceful, friendly, relaxed pace of life. Highly recommended.
Olympic Holidays at 03:10 pm, 21 October 2011
3rd time in Lakka, still as pretty as before and as friendly. Basta accomodation reflects the budget price paid but was perfectly acceptable. The Olympic rep Tracey was excellect particularly as the flying dolphin and ferry services were suspended.
Olympic Holidays at 10:10 pm, 22 October 2011
a truly great value for your money beautiful island great resort basic but clean & staff friendly elevated pool great in sun all day long with pool bar and good food served will defineatley be going back
Olympic Holidays at 10:10 am, 27 October 2011
Just got back froma wonderful week on the beautiful island of Paxos - we had thunderstorms but that just added to the fun. The Olympic team and especially Tracey (our rep at the Bastas) couldn't do enough for us and had comprehensive knowledge of the Island and it's delights. Will certainly be making a return vist ;))
Olympic Holidays at 07:10 am, 28 October 2011
just returned from our second trip to Lakka and the Bastas accomodation. Still as wonderful as it was the first time and we shall be sure to return for a third.
The accomodation is in a great location, very clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. The rep Tracey is great and always at hand to help with any problems.
Olympic Holidays at 08:10 pm, 28 October 2011
have stayed here now for 3 years 2008 9 /10 -- think my trip advisor post says it all - wonderful complex , vicinity and restaurants - second to none ....
Olympic Holidays at 05:11 pm, 13 November 2011
Just returned 11/10/2011 Good basic accommodation hot water clean sheets beautiful views of harbour even though ours was classed as inland view. Excellent location 2/3 mins from harbour/ beaches & Tavernas (Alexandros) hidden just outside the Main. Sq Meals to die for & he let us have our 1st one on tick when we realised we hadn't changed euros(majority of places were not taking Visa due to economy) Heavenly massages can be had at the Sanctury by Sylvie corner of the Square. The Bastas has a free bus to Manandari Beach this is a must use service has everything there that you will need free beds/pedaloes etc toilets/showers. Also bar & food available (a little dear) the Bastas was basic kitchen equipment (lacked electric kettle) had safety boxes @ €7 per wk + a vast library to either borrow or exchange be a devil donate yours & enjoy..................
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