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Kanela Studios

Alykes, Alykes, 29090, Greece – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 73 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.6
Exceptional
73 reviews

lovely apartment in a fab location and a wonderful host ..

Rachel United Kingdom

The property was quirky with a home style gift sup and bar

Alana Australia

Kanela studio was lovely, very tasteful, decoration and interior was lovely very Tulum, Mexico like The studio was just enough, clean and comfortable all you need to have a great stay The hosts Marios and Roberto are outstanding, you really feel like you made a friend and they both make you feel at home Its the sweetest kind of people,could not recommend this place enough The cafe they run has delicious breakfast and tje best frappe on the island At night George makes the best cocktails and Roberto the nicest mezze platters you will have Definitely would stay here again

Ioana Spain

The location of the hotel.It was very close to the beach of Alykes.The hotel owner was very friendly.Very well decorated.The coffee place was really nice too.

Antonia Greece

Everything was absolutely perfect. The stuff, the room and the whole place there.

Thomas Greece

The budget room had everything we needed, it has a nice balcony that is overlooking the garden. Marios (the host) was very kind and helpful, we couldn't have asked for a better host. He even took time to take us to a tour around the island, even though he is very busy in the Café every day. The Café is also very nice and cozy, it has amazing foods and coffee. You can eat there every day and not get tired of it.

Tibor Hungary

The staff were extremely friendly and very accommodating. It is in the most perfect location. The rooms are lovely and have a modern twist.

Emily United Kingdom

It was great staying at Kanela! We had good time as the owner was really kind !

May France

We had a wonderful time in Zakynthos. Kanela studios are a beautiful pitstop for exploring the North part of the island. Our host and now our friend Marios was amazing! The sightseeing and activity recommendations were top! We particularly enjoyed the horse riding at Yanishorses.gr! We'll be coming back soon!

Zlatina Switzerland

Lovely homely feel to the reception, bar area and rooms. Marios is the best host ever! After a week it felt like we’d known him for years. Great location for the beach, or an exploring holiday. Central enough for bars and restaurants in Alikes as well. Free safe, and aircon, although being October we didn’t use it.

John United Kingdom
9.6
Exceptional
73 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “lovely apartment in a fab location and a wonderful host ..”
    Rachel Rachel United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The property was quirky with a home style gift sup and bar”
    Alana Alana Australia Australia
  • “Kanela studio was lovely, very tasteful, decoration and interior was lovely very Tulum, Mexico like The studio was just enough, clean and comfortable all you need to have a great stay The hosts Marios...”
    Ioana Ioana Spain Spain
  • “The location of the hotel.It was very close to the beach of Alykes.The hotel owner was very friendly.Very well decorated.The coffee place was really nice too.”
    Antonia Antonia Greece Greece
  • “Everything was absolutely perfect. The stuff, the room and the whole place there.”
    Thomas Thomas Greece Greece
  • “The budget room had everything we needed, it has a nice balcony that is overlooking the garden. Marios (the host) was very kind and helpful, we couldn't have asked for a better host.”
    Tibor Tibor Hungary Hungary
  • “The staff were extremely friendly and very accommodating. It is in the most perfect location. The rooms are lovely and have a modern twist.”
    Emily Emily United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “It was great staying at Kanela! We had good time as the owner was really kind !”
    May May France France
  • “We had a wonderful time in Zakynthos. Kanela studios are a beautiful pitstop for exploring the North part of the island. Our host and now our friend Marios was amazing!”
    Zlatina Zlatina Switzerland Switzerland
  • “Lovely homely feel to the reception, bar area and rooms. Marios is the best host ever! After a week it felt like we’d known him for years. Great location for the beach, or an exploring holiday.”
    John John United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff10
  • Facilities9.4
  • Cleanliness9.6
  • Comfort 9.6
  • Value for money9.6
  • Location9.7
  • Free WiFi 9.7
High score for Alykes

Just 100 feet from Alykes Beach in Zakynthos, Zante Studios (Kanela Studios) is surrounded by a lush garden with a stone-paved sun terrace. It offers self-catering accommodations with free Wi-Fi throughout.

All air-conditioned studios and apartments open to a shaded balcony with Alykes village, garden or partial sea view. Each has a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge and cooking rings. Some also come with a dining area. A TV and hairdryer are provided.

Guests can find a super market at 150 feet from Zante Studios. The scenic Katastari village is around a 5-minute drive. Zakynthos Town and Port is at 9.3 mi, while Zakynthos Airport is 9.9 mi away. The famous Navagio Beach is 12 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Kanela Studios has been welcoming Booking.com guests since May 7, 2012

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Most popular amenities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE parking!

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
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This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.
Closest beaches
  • Alykes Beach

    Alykes Beach

    8.9 Excellent beach
    200 feet from property

  • Alykanas Beach

    8.8 Excellent beach
    2,300 feet from property

  • Rasa Beach

    8.5 Very good beach
    1.4 miles from property

  • Laparda Beach

    8.6 Excellent beach
    1.4 miles from property

  • Old Alikanas Beach

    8.5 Very good beach
    1.5 miles from property
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Alykes
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rachel
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “lovely apartment in a fab location and a wonderful host ..”
  • Alana
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The property was quirky with a home style gift sup and bar”
  • Ioana
    SpainSpain
    “Kanela studio was lovely, very tasteful, decoration and interior was lovely very Tulum, Mexico like The studio was just enough, clean and comfortable all you need to have a great stay The hosts Marios and Roberto are outstanding, you really feel...”
  • Antonia
    GreeceGreece
    “The location of the hotel.It was very close to the beach of Alykes.The hotel owner was very friendly.Very well decorated.The coffee place was really nice too.”
  • Thomas
    GreeceGreece
    “Everything was absolutely perfect. The stuff, the room and the whole place there.”
  • Tibor
    HungaryHungary
    “The budget room had everything we needed, it has a nice balcony that is overlooking the garden. Marios (the host) was very kind and helpful, we couldn't have asked for a better host. He even took time to take us to a tour around the island, even...”
  • Emily
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The staff were extremely friendly and very accommodating. It is in the most perfect location. The rooms are lovely and have a modern twist.”
  • May
    FranceFrance
    “It was great staying at Kanela! We had good time as the owner was really kind !”
  • Zlatina
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “We had a wonderful time in Zakynthos. Kanela studios are a beautiful pitstop for exploring the North part of the island. Our host and now our friend Marios was amazing! The sightseeing and activity recommendations were top! We particularly enjoyed...”
  • John
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Lovely homely feel to the reception, bar area and rooms. Marios is the best host ever! After a week it felt like we’d known him for years. Great location for the beach, or an exploring holiday. Central enough for bars and restaurants in Alikes as...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hi is Air con included in the price of the room
    Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your question. To answer it, yes, air condition is included. Also all taxes, linens and towels, daily maid service, hot water and electricity are included in the price.  Warm regards, Kanela Studios Booking Team
    Answered on 3 March 2020
  • Hi Marios…. Free parking is available?
    Thank you for your enquiry. To answer your question, free public street parking is available for our guests in a small distance from the studios (about 30 m.). For more information, kindly visit our FAQ web-page.
    Answered on 25 March 2022
  • hi. some rooms have attached bathroom and others have private bathroom. is the attached bathroom shared by another room?
    Thank you for your reply. To answer your question, all bathrooms are private to their rooms and accessible only from the specific room. There are no shared bathrooms in our property. We are at your disposal for any further clarifications.
    Answered on 27 November 2022

Hosted by Giorgos, Marios

10
Host Review Score
Giorgos, Marios
Kanela Studios (formerly known as Zante Studios) is a two-floor accommodation built just next to the beautiful beach of Alykes in Zakynthos (Zante) island. All rooms have been recently renovated personally by the owners using natural materials. ‘Kanela’ means ‘Cinnamon’ in Greek. A few years ago someone abandoned a very cute puppy in the middle of a harsh winter, right outside our doorstep. We named that little puppy ‘Kanela’ because of her cinnamon color. When we decided to create our cozy place, Kanela was always there, with her gentle nature and her kind eyes, accompanying us throughout all the process. So when we finally finished works and we were looking to name the place, ‘Kanela’ came out naturally.
Giorgos and Marios are two brothers born and raised in Alykes, Zakynthos. Giorgos has lived in Italy and studied graphic design in Athens. Speaks Italian fluently. Giorgos loves creating things with his hands; many of the furniture in Kanela Studios and Kanela Cafe are his own creations. Marios has studied TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and Photography in the UK. I hold an M.A. in TESOL. Marios loves Documentary Photography and Video Art. He also enjoys travelling and working as volunteer in different countries; trying to have a positive impact in local communities.
Kanela Studios is located about 100 m. from the town center of Alykes in Zakynthos. Just a few steps away you can find tourist shops, restaurants and bars for every taste, a bakery, ATMs, a super market and the beach is right there, just 30 meters from the studios!
Languages spoken: Greek,English,Italian
Area info *
Amenities of Kanela Studios
Most popular amenities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Car rental
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Yoga classes
Languages Spoken
  • Greek
  • English
  • Italian

House rules

Kanela Studios takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out

6:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa American Express Kanela Studios accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Please inform Kanela Studios of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Bar is closed from Sun, May 01, 2022 until Sun, May 15, 2022

Bar is closed from Sun, Oct 16, 2022 until Mon, Oct 31, 2022

License number: 0828Κ132Κ0883201

FAQs about Kanela Studios

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Kanela Studios.

  • Kanela Studios is 500 feet from the center of Alykes.

  • Kanela Studios offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Movie nights
    • Yoga classes
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Horseback riding
    • Live music/Performance
    • Walking tours
    • Cooking class

  • The prices at Kanela Studios may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Kanela Studios include:

    • Double
    • Studio
    • Apartment

  • Check-in at Kanela Studios is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.