The Sami Beach Hotel welcomes families with its poolside bar and sunny terrace surrounded by garden greenery. Guests enjoy high-speed WiFi, arcade games, and tennis matches. The fun, relaxed environment consistently earns positive reviews from previous visitors.
Located in Kefalonia, Sami Beach Hotel is on the beach. Historical and Folklore Museum of Corgialenos and Navy - Folklore Museum of Ithaca are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Vlachata and Acropolis of Sami. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of Natural History of Kefalonia and Ithaca and Vergotis Cultural Centre. Snorkelling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Sami travel guide
Sami, Kefalonia, 28080
What's nearby
Melissani Cave Lake
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Myrtos Beach
22 min drive - 17.2 km
Karavomilos Beach
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Port of Argostoli
39 min drive - 29.6 km
Fiskardo Port
48 min drive - 39.6 km
Getting around
Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.)
54 min drive
Restaurants
Familia
15 min walk
Adonis
3 min drive
Πέργκολα
8 min drive
Soulatso
3 min drive
Open Seasami
7 min walk
About this property
Sami Beach Hotel
Family-friendly hotel
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden at Sami Beach Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room.
Additional perks include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, concierge services and a TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Sami Beach Hotel feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Library
Outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Playground
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
On the beach
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Grab bar near toilet
Lift
Low-height counter and sink
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
1 building
3 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 5 2026 to May 13 2026 (dates subject to change):
Bar/Lounge(s)
Breakfast
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 28 September to 31 October:
Bar/Lounge
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 0430K013A0079300
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Sami Beach Hotel Kefalonia
Sami Beach Kefalonia
Sami Beach
Sami Beach Hotel Hotel
Sami Beach Hotel Kefalonia
Sami Beach Hotel Hotel Kefalonia
Frequently asked questions
Does Sami Beach Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is Sami Beach Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sami Beach Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sami Beach Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Sami Beach Hotel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Sami Beach Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle, one way fee applies.
Where is Sami Beach Hotel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kefalonia hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Ionian Sea and Karavomilos Beach. Melissani Cave Lake and Drogarati Cave are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
Sami Beach Hotel Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Sami Beach was excellent. Quite a long drive from the airport but well worth it. The views from the hotel both out to sea and inland over the forests and mountain are wonderful. The hotel was very welcoming and friendly. Sami is the best town on this lovely island. Quiet out of season but lots to see and do, and great food.
This was a beautiful property and all of the staff were incredibly helpful throughout our stay. I would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting the island to stay here. It far exceeded all expectations.
Very relaxed & friendly atmosphere. Family run hotel which shows from arrival throughout your stay. Instantly felt at home. Staff were all super friendly & helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. Great location & beautiful views! Clear to see why people return year after year.
Lovely staff and very easy to park. Good location and room size was very generous. It's super easy and safe to walk to Sami for dinner. Lots of options for breakfast and staff are very happy to help.
The bathroom sink was abit small and lacked storage but other than that wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Sami Beach Hotel. We’d booked 3 nights at the hotel but ended up staying for 10 nights as we were massively let down by the villa owner on the day of arrival in Kefalonia (we’d booked 5 months prior). Caroline on reception and owner Spiro couldn’t have been more helpful. Lovely family run hotel.
20 minutes walk to supermarket and restaurants on the seafront. However the restaurant in the square, few minutes walk is very good and great atmosphere. Would suggest a car to explore other beaches. Alternatively “Hop On” boat hire just by the hotel is run by a nice couple so you can explore the coast and go to beaches than cars are unable to. Would recommend this hotel to friends & family.
Wonderful holiday, we loved the hotel, the position right beside the beach and the short walk into lovely Sami Town. The staff are all so friendly and helpful just cannot recommend highly enough, we will definitely be going back !
The staff at the Sami Beach Hotel made our stay feel like home from home. Everyone is incredibly friendly and helpful. The hotel is a wonderful place to stay for a very relaxing break. Thoroughly recommend it.
Great hotel in an excellent location. The beach is right in the front of the hotel, comfortable walking distance to Sami town centre.
The staff are very helpful and professional, especially Caroline, thank you so much for your helpful advice & tips 😀
Very enjoyable stay in the Garden Suite. We had a very relaxing stay, making good use of the pool, with the additional option of the sea at the front of the hotel. Service was very attentive from all the staff. Plenty of loungers available at all times. Well situated, a 20 minute stroll from the main restaurants in Sami, which was a lovely walk by the sea. Would definitely return.
Nigel
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
DeeAnna Lynn
10 Aug 2025
Disliked: Amenities
No food at hotel other than snack shop and we need to leave at 7am and they serve breakfast at 730. Sleeping is poor bc ligjts remain on all night with tennis court outside window and only sheer curtains on window. Disappointing stay.
nice hotel in a quiet beach area away from the port, although conveniently walkable along the seafront path. Please note I was upgraded to a room in the hotel rather than the room I booked so this is not a review of the basic garden room. This hotel did try to get credit card details from me "for security" despite having paid in full, in advance, but to their credit when I challenged it they did back down.
I cannot say enough good things about my stay here. Kefallonia has without doubt been the highlight of my trip and thats largely in part thanks to Spyros, Mary and the rest of the team who made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived in the hotel (and provided reassurance and support when I had stupidly left my phone and cards in the taxi that brought me there!) The room was comfy, the cleaniness excellent and the service overall was just top notch. It can be a bit of a challenge to sometimes get to other parts of the Island from Sami, but Spyros and his team were always on hand to ensure I was able to get to where I needed to be with minimal hassle. I certainly will be back again for sure!! Thank you so much for making this stay so memorable!
We had one night here in preparation for a boa excursion on the following day. The room was ok but no tea or coffee provided despite there being a kettle and mugs. No water in fridge.
The balcony was very small and the breakfast was disappointing with the lack of fresh fruit.
Nice surroundings and reception were particularly helpful.
A lovely hotel with fantastic, friendly staff and a great location - if you have a car you can get to almost anywhere on the island in approx. one hour.
Also close to Sami main town - about a 15 minute walk along the coastal path where there are lots of nice restaurants
L'hôtel était super sympa, bien situé calme et reposant, le personnel vraiment adorable. Seul bémol l'isolation avec les chambres d'à côté, nous entendons tout ce qu'il se passe . Admettons à la limite que c'est difficile de changer cela, changez au moins le shampoing par pitié, il est vraiment pas à la hauteur de tout le reste ! Vraiment le pire shampoing que j'ai utilisé, rajouter au moins un peu d'huile olive pour ne pas se retrouver les cheveux en paille en sortant de la douche svp .
Et nydelig hotell med varm, vennlig og positiv atmosfære, rett ved stranda og 10-15 minutters gåtur fra byen Sami. Meget vennlig og hjelpsom personal som får deg til å føle deg virkelig velkommen. Vil tilbake dit neste år!