The Bay Hotel

🏖️ Beachfront location on a quiet bay
🧘 Great for peace and relaxation away from the crowds
🏡 Modern, minimalist accommodation in white-and-blue tones
🏊 Stylish pool area with two freshwater pools
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout communal areas

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board

Child age guideline: up to 11 years
Rooms: 112 | Blocks: 9 | Floors: 4 | Lifts: 2

The Bay Hotel sits directly on the sand in Vassilikos, an unspoilt corner of southeast Zante where pine-covered hills roll gently down to the Ionian Sea. This is a softer, more natural side of the island – think dune-backed beaches, clear shallows and a handful of relaxed tavernas rather than big resorts.

You’re around 350m from the nearest shops, cafés and low-key bars, and just 2.6km from Vassilikos resort centre with its cluster of seafood restaurants and traditional Greek tavernas. Days are easily filled between the beach, the pools and coastal walks, while livelier spots like Argassi and Zante Town are within taxi reach if you want a change of pace one evening.

• Beachfront – direct access from the hotel
• 350m to nearest shops, bars and restaurants
• 2.6km to Vassilikos resort centre

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour

Vassilikos, Zante, Greece

Dining at The Bay Hotel leans into relaxed, contemporary Greek living. The main restaurant, set out on the terrace, combines buffet and à la carte service, serving international, Italian and Greek dishes for breakfast and dinner – from fresh local salads and grilled meats to pasta and daily specials.

At lunchtime, the pool restaurant steps in with à la carte international plates and snacks right by the water, ideal for long, lazy pool days. A pool bar and lounge-style bar complement the scene with everything from coffee and soft drinks to local and premium spirits.

A smart dress code may apply in the evenings (no beachwear), reservations may be required, and some items or venues can carry a supplement depending on your board basis. Offerings and opening dates are based on the previous season and can change from year to year. What All Inclusive typically includes.

Outside, the focus is firmly on the water. There are two outdoor freshwater pools, including a dedicated children’s pool, both edged with sunbeds and parasols for unhurried sunbathing. Towel service is available with a refundable deposit, so you can keep luggage light.

From the pool terrace, it’s only a few steps down to the hotel’s sandy beachfront – ideal for sunrise strolls, swims before breakfast and watching the sky change colour in the evenings. Gentle activities such as water polo are offered in season, and the sheltered bay makes it easy to enjoy the sea at your own pace. Facilities and opening periods can vary by pool and are typically available between early May and October.

Balance poolside lounging with a session in the compact but well-equipped gym, which comes with cardio machines, an aerobics studio, stretching zone and a sauna (18+; seasonal opening, usually 10:00–19:00). If you prefer to keep things lighter, there’s table tennis, darts, tennis and a basketball area, plus organised aerobics sessions and water polo.

For wind-down time, head to the small spa area for massage and beauty treatments (18+, extra charge, usually open six days a week between May and October). Occasional evening entertainment, including live music, adds a little atmosphere without disturbing the peaceful feel.

Practical touches include a 24-hour reception, currency exchange, luggage storage, mobility scooter hire and charging (local charge), and a handy on-site mini-market for beach essentials and snacks.

Double Room with Garden View
Sleep 2–3 guests, these bright double rooms overlook the hotel’s gardens and offer a calm base after a day at the beach. Expect a balcony or terrace, flat-screen TV, fridge, hairdryer, air conditioning, and a bathroom with bath and shower attachment. Daily cleaning and towel changes are included, along with a safety deposit box in most units.

Double Room with Sea View
As above, but with views across the bay – perfect if you like to start and end your day with the sea in sight. Facilities mirror the Garden View rooms with balcony or terrace, flat-screen TV, fridge, hairdryer, air conditioning, safety deposit box, bath with shower attachment and daily servicing.

Junior Suite with Sea View
Sleeping 2–4, Junior Suites offer extra space and a more suite-like layout, ideal for longer stays or for those who like a little breathing room. Sea-view balconies or terraces make the most of the location. Facilities include flat-screen TV, fridge, coffee-making facilities, air conditioning, bath with shower attachment, bathrobes and slippers, and daily cleaning.

Senior Suite with Garden View
These larger suites accommodate 2–4 guests and look onto the gardens. They add upscale touches such as coffee-making facilities, kettle, bathrobes and slippers and a DVD player, alongside a balcony, fridge, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, air conditioning and daily housekeeping.

Senior Suite with Sea View
For the most indulgent stay, Senior Suites with Sea View combine generous space with wide-open sea vistas from the balcony or terrace. Facilities include a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, coffee-making facilities, kettle, fridge, bathrobes and slippers, DVD player, hairdryer, bath with shower attachment, air conditioning and daily cleaning with towel change.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

💪 Gym with cardio equipment and stretching zone (18+, seasonal)
🏀 Tennis, basketball, table tennis & darts
🤽 Water polo and pool games (seasonal)
🧘 Light fitness and aerobics sessions
🎵 Occasional evening entertainment and live music (May–Oct, programme varies)

🛎️ Reception with currency exchange and luggage storage
🧺 Pool towels available (refundable deposit)
🧴 Spa with massage treatments (18+, extra charge)
🛒 On-site mini-market for essentials
♿ Mobility scooter hire and charging (extra charge)
📶 Free Wi-Fi in communal areas

Vassilikos covers much of Zante’s southern peninsula and is known for its natural beaches, green hills and easy-going feel. Expect a handful of tavernas and beach bars rather than big clubs, plus great access to some of the island’s most attractive sands.

• Language: Greek
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +2 hours
• Average flight time from UK: around 4 hours
• Transfer time to Vassilikos: approximately 1 hour

Hotel facilities, entertainment and opening dates are typically seasonal (May–October) and may change depending on occupancy and local conditions. Some services and activities carry an extra charge, payable locally. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

The Bay Hotel Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is The Bay Hotel right for couples looking for a quiet break?
Yes. The Bay Hotel is set in laid-back Vassilikos and has a calm, low-key atmosphere with a beachfront setting, stylish pool area and modern rooms and suites. There is entertainment, but it’s occasional and unobtrusive, so the overall feel is relaxed rather than lively.

2. Does The Bay Hotel have direct beach access?
The hotel sits right on the beachfront, with direct access from the gardens and pool terrace onto the sand. You can move easily between the pool, bar and beach throughout the day without needing transport.

3. What is included with Half Board at The Bay Hotel?
On the latest guidelines, Half Board at The Bay Hotel includes a buffet-style breakfast and a five-course set-menu à la carte dinner served in the main restaurant. Drinks at dinner and items in other outlets may carry an extra charge and offerings are subject to change each season.

4. Are there facilities for children at The Bay Hotel?
While the ambience is more grown-up than family-focused, children are welcome. There is a freshwater children’s pool, highchairs available in the restaurant and a gently shelving beach on the doorstep. The typical child age guideline is up to 11 years.

5. Is there a spa or gym at The Bay Hotel?
Yes. The Bay Hotel features a small spa area offering massage treatments for guests aged 18 and over (extra charge), along with a gym that includes cardio fitness equipment, an aerobics studio, stretching zone and sauna. Opening hours are seasonal and can vary with occupancy.

6. Is Wi-Fi available at The Bay Hotel?
Free Wi-Fi is available in the communal areas of the hotel, allowing you to stay connected by the lobby, bar and terrace. Signal strength in rooms can vary, and speeds may be lower at busy times.

7. How far is The Bay Hotel from Vassilikos centre and other resorts?
The hotel is about 2.6km from the centre of Vassilikos, where you’ll find more tavernas, bars and shops. Livelier areas such as Argassi and Zante Town can be reached by taxi or hire car if you’d like a change of scene one evening.