Arion Hotel Corfu is the budget workhorse of this list: a three-class hotel about 1.1 miles from the old town with a long record of guests, more than seven hundred reviews and a score of 7.8 out of 10. Its appeal is a low price, breakfast and a position close to a park and the beaches of the town, so it works for travellers who want a simple bed and a fair price while spending their days elsewhere. Being outside the old town lanes gives it more space and easier road access, and it is well suited to people who rent a car. The score is lower than for the boutique old town hotels, so manage your expectations: this is a functional hotel rather than a charming one, and the value is the main reason to choose it. In winter, the savings can be considerable.
Location and getting around
The hotel is around a mile from the old town, so the walk is possible on a fine day but you may prefer a taxi or bus after dark. The nearby park and beaches give a place to stroll, and the position is convenient for the airport and the roads out of town. If you have a hire car, parking arrangements matter, so ask the hotel what is available.
What to expect
A straightforward room and a breakfast to start the day, with a price that leaves more for excursions, meals and tickets. Guests mention the location and the value rather than luxury, and at this price level you should expect simple rooms rather than frills. Read recent guest comments on the booking details for the latest picture, and request a room away from the road if you are a light sleeper.
Who it suits
Budget-conscious couples, solo travellers, groups of friends and families who do not need a pool, and visitors who will be out all day. It is less suited to travellers who want a romantic or boutique atmosphere, for whom The Calliston and Albergo Botti offer a more polished stay in the old town. If you want to spend your money on experiences such as the Paxos cruise in season, the cooking class or the winery tour, a value base like this makes sense.
Book early for summer, when low-priced hotels near town are the first to fill. It also helps to check how the hotel handles late arrivals and luggage storage on departure day, since a flexible check-out lets you use the last morning in the old town before an afternoon flight.
Why stay here
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓About 1.1 miles from the old town
- ✓Near a park
- ✓Near town beaches
- ✓Budget-friendly rates
- ✓Easy road access
- ✓Suits drivers and hire cars
- ✓Large guest-review base
Good questions
How far is Arion Hotel from the old town?+
About 1.1 miles, so many guests take a taxi or bus.
Is it a good budget choice?+
Yes, it is one of the lower-priced hotels near town, with breakfast and a long record of guests.
Is it good for families?+
It suits families who do not need a pool and plan to be out all day.
