Pilot Amphora Boutique

Absolutely stunning experience in terms of the building, hospitality, and food. We could feel every moment that this is a family-run hotel with extremely high attention to detail. Without a doubt, this was one of the best hotel stays. The staff provide a level of personalised service and attention to detail that puts other fine hotels to shame. We had the most relaxing 12 nights and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. Thanks again to all of the team.

Pilot Amphora Boutique hotel is a small boutique hotel close to the main square in Georgioupolis, about a 5-10 min walk from the beach and has plenty of restaurants and tavernas in walking distance. The hotel is peaceful and calm, incredibly spotless and very welcoming. Room We had booked an Indulge Room with Private Pool but were upgraded to an Amphora Suite with Private Pool. The room was beautiful and had a relaxing spa feel. The colours and lighting were warm, muted and neutral - the wood throughout the room really complimented the high quality finish to give a luxurious, spacious and calming vibe. The bed was large and amazingly comfortable. The bed linens were spotless and very good quality. We had the best sleep at this hotel - there was no outside noise so it was peaceful and quiet. The rainfall shower was also a highlight! The WiFi was good, the room was cleaned daily by incredible cleaning staff who were quick and thorough. Not just the room but the whole hotel was well maintained, exceptionally clean and neat and tidy. There is a fridge in the room, a coffee machine and complimentary water. There is also bath towels, sun lounger towels, robes and slippers. We had a large private pool with a deck, loungers, table and chairs. Trees, foliage and plants offer privacy, alongside dividers each side. The room was beautiful and we cannot fault it! Food We booked Breakfast only, and each morning there was a great selection of breakfast offerings. There was usual continental breakfast selections such as bread, fruit, pastries, cheeses, granola and also hot food of bacon, mushrooms, hash browns and an egg menu (poached, boiled, scrambled etc). The staff remembered our hot drink order from the first morning, so this was brought to us each day without asking which was lovely and a really thoughtful touch. We ate lunch at the hotel from the snack menu a few times and the food was always really tasty, good portions and reasonably priced. Staff The staff throughout the hotel are so attentive, warm and welcoming. They are extremely professional and nothing was too much for them. They were always approachable, said hello and they were really friendly. Really great team of staff and a great manager! Facilities The main pool was a great size and had plenty of seating around - from loungers, canopy beds and table/chairs. The pool and the surrounding area is stylish and again, kept clean and tidy. There is also an outdoor bar/seating area as well as indoor tables. There is a good size, well equipped gym, a little cosy reading book downstairs with a book library and a meeting room. Overall we had a lovely stay - the room was amazing, the staff friendly and welcoming and the food was tasty!

A delightful small and compact hotel ideally placed in Georgioupolis. Very close to the town square but far enough away to be peaceful and quiet. The rooms are lovely, the cleanliness is first class and the staff demonstrate how to give excellent public service. There are only a select few members of staff and they were all lovely, helpful people. The 5 course dinner was simply excellent and there is plenty to eat! Mr Gary certainly enjoyed every minute!

The staff are excellent. But the rest is not 5*. The food is often cold (even breakfast eggs cooked to order), dinner portions large, you cannot call frozen mozzarella sticks with chilli dipping sauce (labelled up as a sweet & sour tangerine sauce) 5*. Just small examples. I could go on. Our stay was pleasant. We ate at local restaurants 4 nights (Poseidon is wonderful). We asked for twin beds - they made up the sofa downstairs (yes, you climb a staircase to bed) Not suitable if you’re suffering with knee or hip problems

We had an absolutely wonderful 4-night stay at Pilot Amphora Boutique Hotel in Crete, and it exceeded all our expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel incredibly welcome. The hotel has such a beautiful boutique atmosphere — stylish, elegant, peaceful, and full of character. Everything has clearly been thoughtfully designed, creating a really special and relaxing environment. Our room was beautiful, comfortable, spotlessly clean, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We particularly appreciated the attention to the little details. The toiletries were excellent and, such a thoughtful touch, they were replenished every day. Our bottle of water was also restocked daily, which was incredibly convenient and showed just how attentive the hotel is to its guests. Housekeeping was impeccable throughout our stay, and coming back to a beautifully clean and refreshed room each day really added to the experience. We stayed on a half-board basis, and the evening dining experience was exceptional. Every evening we were treated to a delicious 5-course meal, with each course beautifully presented and absolutely full of flavour. The quality of the food was outstanding, and it was clear that so much care and thought went into every dish. Our only “downside” — and this is entirely personal — was that we simply couldn’t manage to eat everything! The portions and number of courses were so generous, and everything was so delicious that I genuinely felt bad leaving anything behind. It really was that good! Our final evening was particularly special, with a saxophonist playing live music while we enjoyed our dinner. It was such a lovely and unexpected touch and created a wonderful atmosphere for our last night. Dining to beautiful live saxophone music was the perfect way to end an already fantastic stay and made the evening feel really memorable. Breakfast was another highlight — fresh, delicious, beautifully presented, and the perfect way to start each day. Having such wonderful food included as part of our stay made the whole experience even more special. The staff deserve a special mention. They were genuinely friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout our stay, always happy to assist and make sure we had everything we needed. Their warmth and hospitality really made the experience feel personal. After four nights, we honestly didn’t want to leave. Pilot Amphora Boutique Hotel is the kind of place that turns a holiday into a memorable experience. It combines beautiful design, comfort, exceptional food, excellent service, and genuine Cretan hospitality perfectly. We would absolutely stay here again and would happily recommend it to anyone looking for a special place to stay in Crete. A truly wonderful hotel and a fantastic experience from beginning to end!