Costa Smeralda

🌿 Surrounded by nature on a tranquil, green hillside
🌊 Seafront position with the nearest beach about 350m away
🌅 Breathtaking, wide-open views across the Ionian Sea
🏊 Intimate freshwater pool with sun terrace and loungers
🥐 Relaxed Bed & Breakfast stays, perfect for taverna-hopping evenings
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: Bed & Breakfast

Hotel features:
• 4 low-rise blocks
• 24 rooms and suites
• 3 floors and no lifts – steps and slopes around the property

Child policy: children are welcome; child age up to 11 years.

Costa Smeralda rests on the seafront just outside Sivota, one of the prettiest spots on Greece’s mainland Ionian coast. From the hotel you’re cocooned by pine and olive-clad hillsides, with views stretching over emerald water to tiny off-shore islets.

Follow the coastal road and you reach Sivota Marina, where fishing boats and day cruisers bob in the harbour alongside waterfront cafés. The resort centre is close enough for an evening meander to traditional tavernas, yet far enough that the hotel itself stays delightfully peaceful.

• Seafront setting
• 350m to the nearest beach
• 1km to Sivota Marina
• 1.2km to Sivota resort centre

Approx. transfer time from airport (Preveza – PVK): 1 hour 40 minutes.

Sivota – Parga, Greece

Mornings at Costa Smeralda revolve around the light-filled breakfast room, where a buffet spread typically includes fresh bread and pastries, cheeses and cold cuts, fruit, yoghurt and hot options – a simple but satisfying start before days of beach-hopping or boat trips.

The pool bar keeps things relaxed throughout the day with coffees, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, plus snacks and light bites when you don’t feel like moving far from your lounger. As evening falls, stroll into Sivota to sample harbourside seafood tavernas and local ouzeri bars.

Smart casual dress may be requested indoors, and beachwear is usually not permitted in dining areas. Restaurant and bar offerings, opening hours and any supplements can vary by season and are subject to change.

Days here centre on the outdoor freshwater pool, edged by a sun terrace with loungers and parasols and backed by soft-green hills. It’s compact and calm – ideal for a cooling dip between chapters of your holiday read. Pool towels are provided free of charge, saving space in your suitcase.

From the hotel’s seafront location, you’re a short stroll (around 350m) from the nearest beach. This stretch of the Ionian is known for clear, gently shelving water and pretty coves, many of which can also be explored by boat from the marina.

Costa Smeralda is all about slowing the pace. There’s no full-scale spa or gym on site, but you’ll find:

• Outdoor freshwater pool with sun terrace
• Free pool towels
• 16-hour reception (daily)
• Equipment hire including kettles and mobility scooters (surcharge applies)

Local operators in Sivota can arrange boat trips, kayaking or car hire if you want to explore the wider Parga region, from hidden beaches to pretty coastal villages.

Superior Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 2
Bright, well-presented rooms that open onto a private balcony overlooking the Ionian Sea. Expect: flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, hairdryer, kettle, fridge, air conditioning and a bathroom with bath or shower. Daily cleaning is included.

Deluxe Room with Balcony and Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 3
Similar in amenities to the Superior rooms but with extra space or an enhanced layout, plus a furnished balcony and sea view. Ideal if you like a little more room to spread out.

Junior Suite with Balcony and Partial Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 3
Junior Suites offer an open-plan style layout with a sitting area and a balcony or terrace that enjoys a partial sea view. Facilities include flat‑screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, hairdryer, kettle, fridge and bathroom with bath or shower, plus air conditioning and daily cleaning.

Junior Suite with Balcony and Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 3
As above, but with that full Ionian panorama from the balcony. A great choice for longer stays or for guests who like a lounge-style area alongside the sleeping space.

One Bedroom Family Suite with Balcony and Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 4
Best for families or small groups, these suites feature a separate bedroom and living/sleeping area plus a sea-view balcony. All the core comforts are present – TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, hairdryer, kettle, fridge, bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning.

Sole Use Rooms and Suites
Selected Superior, Deluxe and Junior Suite categories are available for sole occupancy, offering all the same facilities and sea or partial sea views in a more private set-up.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

Costa Smeralda keeps things blissfully low-key on site – think lazy pool days and sunset drinks. For a little more action, Sivota and the surrounding Parga region offer:

• Boat trips to nearby islands and hidden coves
• Snorkelling and swimming in crystal-clear bays
• Coastal walks through pine and olive groves
• Day trips by road to Parga town or Plataria harbour

Excursions and activities are typically organised locally and paid for separately.

• Reception open 16 hours per day (daily)
• Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
• Pool towels provided free of charge
• Equipment hire including kettle and motorised scooter (local charge)
• Luggage storage (subject to availability)
• Assistance with local taxi or excursion arrangements via reception

Services and opening times can vary by season and occupancy.

Destination essentials
• Resort: Sivota – Parga, Greece
• Flight time from UK: around 3.5 hours to Preveza (PVK)
• Time difference: GMT +2 hours
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)

Good to know
• The hotel is built across several low-rise blocks with steps and no lifts, so it may be less suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
• Local dining is a highlight here – your Bed & Breakfast board makes it easy to explore the waterfront tavernas of Sivota.
• Facilities, entertainment and opening hours can change seasonally or due to occupancy.

Information is based on the most recent details provided to us and may be subject to change. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Costa Smeralda right for couples looking for a quiet break?
Yes. With just 24 rooms, a serene pool area and a location slightly removed from the livelier resort centre, Costa Smeralda is very well suited to couples and friends wanting a peaceful, scenic base rather than big-resort entertainment.

2. How close is Costa Smeralda to the beach and Sivota village?
The hotel is set on the seafront, with the nearest beach roughly 350m away. Sivota Marina is about 1km from the property and the resort centre – with shops, bars and tavernas – is approximately 1.2km away, walkable for most guests.

3. What board basis is available and what is breakfast like?
Stays at Costa Smeralda are on a Bed & Breakfast basis. Breakfast is served buffet-style in the breakfast room and usually includes a mix of continental and some hot choices. For lunch and dinner, you’re free to explore the excellent local tavernas around Sivota.

4. Are there many steps at Costa Smeralda?
The hotel is arranged across four small blocks on three floors and there are no lifts, so access is via steps and slopes. Guests with limited mobility should bear this in mind when choosing this property.

5. Do the rooms at Costa Smeralda have sea views?
Many room types are sold with either full or partial sea views, including Superior and Deluxe Rooms with Balcony and Sea View, several Junior Suites and the One Bedroom Family Suites. Always check the room name when you book to ensure you select your preferred view.

6. Is Wi‑Fi free at Costa Smeralda?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including guest rooms and the pool/bar areas. Speeds can vary depending on usage and location.

7. Is there evening entertainment at the hotel?
Costa Smeralda does not focus on organised entertainment. Evenings tend to be relaxed, with guests heading into Sivota’s marina area for dinner and drinks. This is part of its appeal if you prefer quiet nights and local experiences over shows and discos.

8. What is the approximate transfer time from Preveza Airport (PVK)?
The transfer from Preveza Airport to Costa Smeralda typically takes around 1 hour 40 minutes by road, depending on traffic and any additional stops on shared transfers.