The Arcadion Hotel is one of the most popular budget-minded bases in Corfu Old Town, and its guest reviews are among the strongest in its price range. It is a three-class hotel in the old town itself, which means that the Spianada, the Liston, the churches and the restaurants are on your doorstep and that you can see Corfu on foot without taxis. The hotel has an on-site restaurant and serves breakfast, and in the cooler months its prices are low enough to make a few extra nights easy to justify. If you want to experience Corfu as a walkable historic town rather than a beach destination, this is a very practical base. Expect a straightforward hotel rather than a luxury property, with the value coming from the location and the friendly reputation among guests.
Location and getting around
In the old town you can walk everywhere that matters, from the Liston and Spianada to the Old Fortress and the Church of Saint Spyridon, and the old port and the bus stops are close. That is a big advantage in winter, when you may not want to depend on taxis or boats. The trade-off, as in any old town hotel, is that lanes can be noisy at night and cars cannot reach the door, so ask about luggage arrangements and request a quiet room when you reserve.
The facilities
The hotel has an on-site restaurant and breakfast for guests, which is helpful in the off-season, when you may prefer not to hunt for a cafe on a rainy morning. The strong guest scores point to value and location rather than a long list of facilities, which tells you what the stay is about. If you want a pool, a spa or a beach, look at the resort hotels in this guide, and if you want to be in the middle of the town at a fair price, this is the one.
Who it suits
Solo travellers, couples and friends who want to explore the old town, museums, churches and restaurants on foot, and anyone travelling in November, when old town hotels are the most practical choice. It is less suited to families who want a pool and a beach, or to guests who need a car park at the door. Compare it with The Calliston and Albergo Botti if you want a similar old town base, and book early for summer, since the best-reviewed value hotels in the old town fill quickly.
One tip for a first visit is to arrive in daylight, since the lanes are easier to navigate before dark, and to save the hotel address and a map offline in case your phone signal falters between the stone walls of the old town.
Why stay here
- ✓Old town location
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Breakfast for guests
- ✓Walk to the Liston
- ✓Walk to the Old Fortress
- ✓Near the old port
- ✓Good value rates
- ✓Strong guest scores
Good questions
Is Arcadion Hotel in the old town?+
Yes, it is in Corfu Old Town, within walking distance of the Liston, Spianada and the main sights.
Does it have a restaurant?+
Yes, guests describe an on-site restaurant and breakfast.
Is it good for November?+
Yes, old town hotels are the most practical choice in the off-season because you can walk to sights and restaurants.
