Joanna Villas

One bedroom apartment was modern spacious, clean and comfortable. Location fantastic as very close to beach, bars and restaurants but far enough away that it was peaceful. Not a large complex so no sunbed wars and not crowded with people. Vaggelis was an excellent host and always on hand for local advice. He arranged our airport transfers and sorted a bottle of prosecco and cake for my Husband's birthday on arrival. We had a fantastic time and would highly recommend.

The walls are thin between apartments so you can hear every sound and movement. It just happened that we had a baby/toddler that cried at night and someone with a bad cough in our block but this was just unlucky and didn't bother us too much. The breakfast is very minimal. These are pretty much self catering apartments so go with that expectation. It wasn't an issue as plenty of choice in the local cretan bakery or local restaurants.

We absolutely loved the location of Joanna Villas, a sensational view at breakfast and a very short walk to the shops, restaurants, bars, the beach and promenade. A short bus ride into Fira was also a plus. Breakfast on offer was a wide selection of fruits, pastries, breads and cereals, eggs, meats and cheeses. Fresh coffee was available from a proper coffee machine and fresh orange juice and Greek yogurt was brought to your table. The pool and surrounding area was comfortable, always clean and enough beds and umbrellas for all, Vangelis bringing out the daily offering of watermelon was a lovely touch and much appreciated! No strict closing time on the pool was a great touch as with long days out and about, a dip in the pool upon our return was much needed. We felt welcomed and thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Vangelis and his family, the cleaners and the staff, everyone was just lovely and made our holiday a very memorable one. Upon asking Vangelis for late check out, he let us stay in our room until late, nothing was too much trouble! Our room was comfortable with lovely beds, a great shower, toiletries and hairdryer. The small kitchenette was adequate, a large fridge with lots of room to chill foods and drinks. Our apartment had great air conditioning and black out blinds. We also had a cute little patio with a table and chairs and a clothes rack to dry our towels on. Fresh pool towels were available everyday and we could also take them to the beach. We would 100% come back here as we had a really lovely holiday!!

There was nothing to not like!! If I was to be really picky, maybe a cold drinks machine would be great but the shop was 5 mins away and Vangelis, when he was there, was more than happy to share his beers with us!! So, this is no way a criticism, maybe just a suggestion.

The friendly, family atmosphere and beautiful location.

Lovely apartments, staff couldn't do enough for you, owner was very obliging and helpful. Complex was lovely and pretty too, nice clean pool also

Paddle boards in the pool - too big !! 🤣