Kimkim Trip Reviews for Greece

Our stay at NLH Monastiraki was okay but not spectacular. The staff was accommodating, allowing us to leave our luggage early even though we couldn't check in right away. The room was fine, but we were disappointed by the balcony view, as it overlooked a street frequented by delivery trucks—not what we expected. Breakfast was similar to that offered by a Hampton Inn—decent, but not exceptional. A bit of a surprise was having to pay $5 for a cappuccino, as the staff member didn't show me how to use the machine myself. The rooftop bar was a letdown due to inappropriate music being played, but the view of the Acropolis was beautiful.

Milestones Naxos was by far my favorite place to stay. The room was gorgeous, and the hospitality by Eliza, who worked at the front desk, was unparalleled. She treated us like family, going out of her way to make us feel special with gestures like offering lemonade during the day and arranging transport to a nearby restaurant. The breakfasts were generous and the cleanliness was exceptional. The peacefulness of the location, with breathtaking views and serene surroundings, made for an unforgettable stay.

Artmeis was a wonderful host, greeting us immediately and allowing us to check into our room (really more like an apartment) early. We had a bedroom, a bathroom, a kitchenet with a family room. It was nice to have space to spread out and it was fabulous when it came time to pack up our luggage to fly home. He was extremely helpful with recommendations for restaurants and even made several reservations for us. He found us a driver when we didn't have one prearranged through KimKim. We had to leave well before the normal breakfast hour to make our flight home and he stocked our refrigerator with some cold breakfast foods for us so we could eat before we left. The location of this hotel was perfect for us and it was very quiet. The only way it would have been better was if it had a water view, but it was more than worth the trade off.

The Explore Acropolis & Acropolis Museum tour was absolutely incredible. Our guide was incredibly informative and kind, making the experience memorable. She managed the pace well, accommodating slower-moving participants while keeping everyone engaged. Her genuine interest in sharing knowledge and helping us made this tour a highlight of our trip.

The Traditional Cooking at a Naxian Village Home was an amazing experience. We enjoyed it immensely, especially as our chef, a young family member, shared wonderful stories and insights into the family and culture. The simplicity and authenticity of the cooking was wonderful, and the time flew by as we were so engaged with the experience.

The Cooking Class and Wine Tasting experience in Santorini was phenomenal. It was well-organized, and everything from the class instruction to the wine tasting was perfectly executed. It made for a spectacular and memorable day enjoying the culinary delights of the region.

We were able to knock around the city but we were exhausted. It would have been better if we could have checked in early to take a 1-2 hour nap so we would have more energy.

We chose to use this time to enjoy a glass of wine, people watch and do some shopping.

We had truly planned to have a beach day, which was walking distance from our hotel, but we opted to rent a car and drive around the island because we found it so charming. We were so thankful we did. We found some fifth generation potters and toured their place and ordered pottery to be shipped home.

Natalia was AMAZING and so much fun. She knew more than she could share about Naxos and the shop/restaurant owners clearly love her as well. This would have been best to do our first day there.

I loved wandering around Santorini and talking with the shop owners and learning about them and the area they were located in within the village. To say I supported the economic development of Santorini was an understatement. We brought back wine, artisan jewelry and some clothing.

The review was more based on the timing of the trip. Doing it at the end wasn't wise. It should have been a first thing for us because much of what we saw was something we had already discovered on our own. The guide was precious.

So fun and relaxing. It gave you a view of the island you wouldn't have otherwise and a great LAST adventure to have on the island.

The room was very comfortable and clean with nice views of the sea. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was quaint, but close to many restaurants and shops. Highly recommend this hotel.

We were a little surprised by the number of steps down to the hotel, but the views from it were spectacular, with very nice outdoor spaces and friendly, accommodating staff. Special thanks and kudos to the porters who lugged our cases up and down the steps!

This was a great afternoon/evening! The number of people on the cruise was appropriate to the catamaran so that we didn't feel crowded at all. The crew were very friendly and helpful and the barbeque meal was very good too.

We didn't really do this activity because the steep terrain made it a bit intimidating.

This was a special opportunity to meet and interact with "real" Naxians who were very welcoming and hospitable.

We had a very nice day at Agrios Prokopios. This included a very nice lunch and leisurely stroll along the foreshore.

This was a nice activity but not outstanding in my opinion. I felt that the tour of the 'garden' was a bit rushed. However, like the Naxos farm visit, it was great to see something of the island that wasn't a typical tourist stop.

Following Lea's advice we had a very nice walk around the narrow streets near the old port, with a nice lunch along the way.

Wonderful hotel with amazing views. Close to the beach and the staff could not be more helpful and friendly. The spa is worth is and is close enough to walk to town but also ample taxis for a short ride if tired.

The hotel was very nice and centrally located within easy walking distance of all the attractions. However, it's located in a very busy pedestrian area which was sometimes noisy well into the night. Also, a church located across the street rang the church bells every morning at 6:30.

A very nice, modern hotel in a perfect location just across the street from the historic section of the city. Lots of shops and restaurants in the area. The buffet breakfast is amazing and delicious.

Beautiful hotel with amazing views of the harbor. Very helpful and friendly staff. I would definitely recommend it, except it's not a good choice for anyone who has difficulty with steps.

Our tour guide was great. He gave us lots of information about what we were seeing without it being overwhelming. He also did a great job of maneuvering our group though the crowds and occasionally stopping to make sure we were all still together and for us to take a brief break. Lots of walking, hills and steps.

The hotel we stayed in Milos was very nice. It had a pool and a hot tub, and everything about it was great. It was a bit of a walk to the main town, but it was manageable with a car. The concierge service was extremely helpful and gave us great advice on restaurants and what to do in the area.

The accommodation in Naxos was excellent. The owner was a retired pathologist who provided amazing service. The location was close to Saint George Beach, and although it was a bit of a walk to town, it was worth it. The owner even gave us a ride into town one day, which was very kind.

The hotel in Santorini was great as well. We appreciated being between Fira and another town, which allowed us to enjoy a quieter area with lots to do.

One of the best with one of the best guides ever! Alex!

Elizabeth was great on this tour! Loved it!

Manos and the e-bike tour was one of the best trips on Naxos!

The full-day sailing tour around Milos was a little long, especially due to the wind, but the stops were great, and the food was really outstanding. We loved being able to swim off the boat in the beautiful spots that they picked. The catamaran was not too crowded, providing a good opportunity to engage with other travelers.

This was magical. The only way to truly appreciate Santorini.

Overall it was very clean and functional. The staff were very helpful, friendly and personable. The rooms are of adequate size but the bathroom was small. Air conditioning was fine once we figured out how to set it - there were no instructions in the room. The fridge was cold but the tiny freezer was unable to keep ice frozen. Location is in an area that is a bit rundown. Easy walk to town. The beach at the hotel is ok but not as remarkable as other nearby beaches reached by bus (buy the tickets before you board) or taxi (expensive). The two pools were very clean and inviting. Maid service very prompt and efficient. Breakfasts were very extensive and many types of self-serve fresh-brew coffees were available. The layout of the hotel is a bit inconvenient in that you almost always need to go up and down short stairways to get around. The Galaxy pool is smaller and there were rarely, if ever, any shaded lounges available on sunny days. More umbrellas and chairs would be useful. The restaurant, serving breakfast and dinner adjacent to the large pool, was actually part of the next-door sister property Naxos Resort. Bar staff were admittedly worn out from a long season but did their best to put on a game face. If we did this trip again, we would not choose the Galaxy and instead have KimKim offer other choices.

Very clean and the executive suite is large with a kitchenette and separate bedroom. Quiet except for a couple emergency vehicles at night. Perfect location. The hotel's claim that Executive Suites have a view of the Acropolis, Hadrian Arch etc. is misleading---if you stretch out over the very small balcony overlooking the street and turn your head as far as possible to the side you can get a glimpse of them in a narrow opening down the street between buildings. Hotel breakfasts were extensive and very good. We used the reception/bar area for our family/friends group pre-meal cocktails with both our own wine and wine purchased from the bar. Staff was very friendly and helpful and on our last night they did recommend a restaurant in an out-of-the-way beautiful location that was the culinary highlight of the stay.

Clean, with very friendly staff. Nice location with restaurants nearby and you can walk to the Acropolis. We only stayed one night so can't give a full review - except to compliment the staff for having a takeaway breakfast ready for us when we had to leave at 4:30.a.m.!

This tour was billed as a cooking class in someone's home with a farm and garden tour before making lunch and eating it outside under the trees. There was no farm or garden tour and lunch was served in the stuffy kitchen. But the most disappointing was that the meal was not something that seemed Greek. It was meatballs with two kids of potatoes - mashed and fried. I was expecting salads, filo dough, olive oil, honey - those kinds of things. Having to make common meatballs and peel potatoes seemed like work, not a culinary experience. Our driver/guide was suffering from a root canal and he tried his best to be helpful but you could tell he couldn't wait for the tour to be over. Same with us. Also, the tour said we would stop at a distillery (we did, just ok) and an artisan pottery studio (we didn't). The woman teaching the class was pleasant but she seemed tired. I suggest finding other options for anyone wanting a cooking class - this one wasn't great.

We had so much fun on this sunset cruise. The catamaran was spacious and classy - one of the nicest catamarans in the harbor. We were lucky with the weather - no wind, the water was like glass and the temperature perfect. The crew was nice but didn't engage with us much. They brought out two kinds of appetizers, including chunks of banana with honey and cinnamon that was different and delicious. They served plenty of ok chilled white wine. The crew anchored by the arch for the sunset, and we watched a big full moon rise over Naxos harbor on the way back (it was twilight). We were all in great spirits, lots of laughs, and this was one of the highlights of the trip.

This was just what we wanted on our first full day: an orientation on Naxos and a visit to three villages that coincidentally let us check out some hiking options. Guide Gina was enthusiastic, personable and knowledgeable, explaining the quarries and terrain as we entered the hills. She had only been on Naxos a year and the driver cheerfully added information during her narration on the way to the villages. We met very nice local cafe in Melanes who provided some delicious snacks. (If we had known there would be food we would have skipped breakfast. )

On time, friendly drivers.

Ferry vouchers and transport to/from Naxos ferry were all in perfect order. We could have handled these easily ourselves but a couple in our group liked having the support of KimKim in case something went wrong (it didn't). The ferry boarding process is a bit disorganized but if you have ferry experience in your travels and go with the flow of passengers you're fine. Pay attention to announcements (in Greek) as you approach your destination, especially if you have a car, and go to the loading/unloading deck as it can take over five minutes to get to the boat exit and the ferries sometimes only stop for a few minutes. You may not make it off if you wait in your seat for the boat to dock.

Leo the guide was very thorough and knowledgeable, not just about the food we sampled but also about the eating habits and daily lives of the average resident. He knew well the story of Athens and Greece and answered numerous questions about history. We walked several miles and he made sure we were all up to the task. The shopkeepers were friendly and appeared to like Leo. We started with a breakfast filo dough pastry spanakopita at shop that had locals lined up outside. Then we had a delicious baklava. There was a larger meal with many different Greek foods at a local restaurant. He took us to the old town with the street markets, where local fishmongers, butchers and produce stalls had all types of fresh and dried food on display.

Between our research and the help of KimKim, this was a custom tour. We enjoyed the visits to villages like Lefkes where we had coffees and talked about Greek life and politics, then to Naoussa where we had a marvelous harbor-side lunch. The town was just beautiful with a quaint, authentic, old central shop area. We made a mistake in asking for a 4-hour midday tour. While it was interesting and the guide very professional and knowledgeable, we would probably have changed the timing as we returned to Naoussa about 3pm when all shops were closed and we had to sit in a cafe playing cards until the 6:15 ferry. It might have been better to either go much earlier in the day and return to Naxos to enjoy the afternoon, or do a longer tour and spend more time in Naoussa town and at a beach instead of sitting around for 3 hours.

The guide (Magdalena?) was exceptional and knowledgeable. When she realized that not many of our group of 12 were deeply into mythology, she adjusted and concentrated on pertinent facts about the Acropolis with just interspersed mythology references which were interesting. She did her best to maneuver through crowds, gained us immediate entrance to a couple areas that had lines, and several times we were off by ourselves near shade on a hot day.

We enjoyed this hotel very much. The staff was friendly and helpful, the accommodations were perfect, and the common areas for sitting and breakfast were very pleasant.

The Galaxy was very pleasant and comfortable.

Wonderful place for a quick overnight stay before we left Athens to fly home.

The gathering point was extremely convenient since were were staying in the Ava Hotel. It was right at the end of the street at Hadrian's Gate. All the participants were divided into groups of about 12 and assigned a guide. Our guide Magda was extremely knowledgeable about the Greek gods, the myths surrounding them and their various relationships with each other and humans. She was funny, entertaining and personable. We visited many sites such as the Acropolis, the Theater of Dionysis and the Sanctuary of Asclepios, along with many others. Madga had tales to share for all of them.She was excellent at explaining the complexities of life in those early times. Quite the historian!

Fantantic tour! Our guide Leo was a native Athenian who met us in the lobby of the Ava Hotel. He was a fascinating narrator of the history of Greece as we walked through the city. In Plakia, where the Ava is located, Leo also explained the meal customs of most Greeks who eat a very light breakfast early before leaving for work but who then have a substantial snack around 10 am. Ours consisted of some famous spinach pie (spankopita) and some cheese pie. From there we stopped at a baklava shop where we each had a piece of the best baklava ever. We reached Parliament Square where Leo explained why the guards were attired the way they were, and we witnessed the changing of the guards. From there we walked through an upscale area, and then visited the "Athenian Trilogy," three beautiful buildings completed in the 1890s. Next was a visit to an olive oil shop where we learned about the various flavors and acidity levels. Our last stop was at a tavera where Leo ordered numerous delicious dishes for us to sample. It was the best we'd had so far. We walked back to the Ava through the market and old town. The five or so hours were well spent.

Gina, our tour guide, was delightful! We drove through the countryside, stopping first at a honey tasting place in the mountains with different honeys and teas and a delicious "lentern pie." This was followed by a visit to a Kouros, a statute made of marble, that had been abandoned after it was obviously dropped on the way down the mountain. The next stop was in a town largely made of marble where we had a scrumptious lunch served with wine (included). The setting was idyllic! Then there was a Kipton tasting at an old house, now a museum. Our driver then drove us through the countryside and villages back to the Galaxy Hotel. A wonderful tour!

Two of us went on this excursion to a farm and a cooking class. The drive up to the farmhouse was very pretty. Maria was the chef. When we arrived we were sitted at the kitchen table and offered zucchnini pancakes, cheese, spinach pie and a homemade brew made by Maria's husband. By the time we finished snacking, we were totally satisfied. At that point, Maria presented us with aprons, and we began our lesson. We helped make some meatballs in a rich tomato sauce, sliced potatoes which Maria's husband cooked, and mashed still more potatoes. Maria then dished up large portions in spite of our pleas to make them small. The plates consisted of the meatballs and sauce, delicious fried potatoes wedges and mashed potatoes. We managed to eat some but not all. It was way too much food.

This was a wonderful evening! The weather was perfect and the water extremely calm. The two crew members, while not overly friendly, were attentive and competent. We were served white wine (no red on the boats apparently), delicious sliced bananas with honey and cinnamon drizzzled over them, and some small bread slices with tomates and cucumber. The catarmaran itself was very comfortable. We sat on the front in comfortable padded seats leaning against the window. In the bay overlooking the Portara (the Temple of Apollo), the island’s emblem and main landmark, we anchored and watched a beautiful sunset. A very nice experience.

No problems with the ground transfers. Drivers were waiting with a sign and were easy to find.

It was nice to have reserved seats in first class. It is a short, easy ride between Naxos and Paros.

We had another fantastic guide who took us to four villages, lunch at an excellent restaurant, and then a beach where we waded and enjoyed the scenery for half an hour. The guide was knowledgeable and interesting, especially since he is somehow connected to the governing body of Naxos and was therefore able to give us details on many of the political aspects of life there. It was an outstanding tour!

We all loved our rooms here. Super fun staff

Perfect for our last night and VERY easy access to airport. Rooms good

Our kids stayed one night and spoke very highly of this hotel and its location :)

Great location and staff was amazing

Amazing to see some villages and learn history. Our guide was pleasant and very nice :)

Another informative and fun time

Probably the highlight of Greece. Great staff on board, fabulous food

Hercules was so fun and informative. Loved the wineries and our authentic meal.

This was so amazing. Our guide was fun, informative, and read the room.

Great location and spacious rooms.

Probably our favorite hotel during our 15-day trip to Greece.

Hotel was beautiful, although some of the rooms were a bit on the smaller side.

Beautiful modern hotel in a great location. Shopping, restaurants and sites were within walking distance.

Tour guide (Elena) was great. It's a challenging tour if your if you have any physical limitations.

Andres was great. Had a lot of knowledge.

The tour was okay; but there is an additional charge to get to the Poseidon ruins.

Local cuisine was excellent. Enjoyed the walk throughout the city.

Another walking tour that required some stamina.

Would highly recommend this restaurant. The views were incredible.

Probably one of the best tours. What made it so memorable was our tour guide Felipe. He was very informative and so humorous. By the time the tour was over, we were certain we wanted him and our driver Philipos for the following day's tour.

It was a continuation of the previous day with Felipe (Guide) and Philipos (Driver). More fun and great sites.

Bill took us to a local restaurant. He was a great driver that was both friendly and funny.

This tour was amazing. Seeing these ancient ruins makes you appreciate how advanced the Minoan society was.

Although if rained on this tour, Nicos made it memorable nonetheless. He was very knowledgeable and engaging.

We had a second floor room with a view of one of the two pools and the ocean beyond. The view was lovely although you do see a bit of the rustic road leading in. Go for a second floor or higher room. Beware there are multi-level stairs everywhere and this hotel is on the outskirts of Naxos town. The beach is right across the road though so that’s great and the hotel’s breakfast buffet is generous. Its restaurant is open all day and we lunched there several times as we preferred the pool that’s next to the restaurant. Easy to get into the shallow end and more secluded from cars and traffic noise. Overall this hotel is quiet and we were very glad we were not in the heart of Naxos town.

More benches; more shade offered

This is what I expected Greece to look like. Charming villages, honey and pancake tasting, delicious Rossi pork lunch

I would give this hotel a 10 star rating if possible. They make you feel like part of the family. Service was exceptional and the rooms were clean and charming.

The rooms were clean and very spacious. Breakfast was served timely and the staff was helpful. Location provided easy walking access to many restaurants and shopping locations.

Beautiful location with beautiful views.

Rooms were clean and comfortable.

Elena was great and very informative

Andres was kind and informative.

Central location, safe and clean. The homemade breakfast will be forever remembered. Highly recommend.

Brand new apartment. Excellent location.

The view and breakfast!

This not only kicked off our Greek holiday but turned out to be a highlight. A VIP experience.

Location, perfect. Layout and space, beautiful. We did have an issue with the cleaning. We arrived very late at night and our apartment hadn't been cleaned. Angela and the building management had someone come to give us fresh sheets and towels for the night and would send someone for a full cleaning the next day. No one showed up the next day. Management was so apologetic and I just think it was a one time issue, but it was really irritating. Not a fault of KimKim at all, I just want people to know. Someone did end up coming our last day and doing a clean.

Amazing amazing amazing! Right across from the beach and had the most amazing views. We could have laid by that pool all day every day. Also breakfast was so so so so good! 78 steps to get up to our villa just a heads up to anyone going there with bad knees or out of shape! Lol

Views were literally insane, it was such an amazing view. We really enjoyed our stay here. Shower situation was a bit odd, but we understood the buildings are old and not modern. Didn't affect our opinion, they were just awkward and interesting.

Our guide was amazing we really loved her! Only reason for 4 stars is that it is a lot of standing sometimes we just wanted to go see the acropolis and then sit down with our guide. Still an amazing educational tour, we learned a lot.

This was amazing! Our guide was amazing!!!! 🤩 Great food and coffee as well 😋

We had lunch at Ms Maria's house!! We helped her cook lunch and then all ate together in her kitchen. It was very authentic and very homey - we all loved this so so much.

We loved this tour and our tour guide. Only issue was the length of the trip. Our ferry was delayed by 30 min, but I think it could have been planned a bit better. It was supposed to be a day trip to Mykonos and by the time we got there we only had 2.5 hrs to see everything. Our guide was incredible, but I would really suggest getting an early morning ferry (ours wasn't until 12:15pm and was delayed until 12:45pm) so that you have substantial time there. That was a bit disappointing. I almost feel like the tour was planned as if we were taking a high speed ferry, but we were not.

Great tour!!! 😁

Amazing amazing amazing!!!! At first we thought it looked like a lot of people to have on the boat at one time (about 16 of us). But it never felt crowded at all! One of our party got seasick and the crew was SO nice making sure she felt comfortable the whole time. The sunset was incredible and the dinner they made us was delicious. I recommend 10/10 for everyone to do this one.