We booked to stay at the Kassandra Bay through First Choice as part of a wedding package. When we arrived and saw how beautiful the hotel was (set right on a private beach) we decided to hold the reception at the hotel too. All of the staff, including the Managers, were fantastic for our whole stay - nothing was too much trouble, they went out of their way to help us plan the reception and really helped us get the best value out of the budget we had to spend. We had 35 guests attend and received so many comments about how lovely the food was and how nice the hotel and staff were. We stayed during peak season and the main Greek holiday fortnight but the Kassandra Bay still managed to provide a first class and personal service and helped make our wedding day even more special. Thank you to all the staff and we will definitely be back!

I thought I would try and put you all straight about this hotel before you book your Summer holidays. It's quite simple really, just don't book here. You will be disappointed. From someone who spends months searching for the ultimate Summer holiday I can assure you that this was a Big mistake. All the negative reviews are absolutely right. It's ridiculously expensive-the bar, water, restaurant, BBQ ... everything really. And before I further explain, Efi, why don't you actually DO something about all these reviews instead of trying to make out everyone is lying!
The breakfast is the only positive comment I can make about the food- if you can stand the manager and his wife monitoring your every move! The restaurant food was mediocre at best and cost a fortune. I ordered risotto which tasted like chalk it was so under cooked. They were not best pleased about having to cook it again either. One day we actually had a large fly, yes large fly, in our Son's spaghetti bolognaise! Oh and the BBQ seating order is Greeks first, English last, and the meat is largely fat so don't bother- save your money for elsewhere!
The rooms are pleasant -our room was furnished ok but 3 star standard. It had a blocked sink on arrival. Solution? We were given a screwdriver to sort it out ourselves!!! Our children were down the corridor because they could not possibly put us together as it was high season and we both had different room types..."/ Their room was very basic and had hardly any view - I would rate it no more than a 2/3 star. It was NOT welcoming at all. The corridors were also dark leading to our rooms and not particularly inviting.
In case you were not aware, the pools are sea water and smell of strong chemicals. The beach is nothing to write home about and yes, you do need a high room to get a decent view.
Yes, the manager does reprimand his hard working staff in front of guests which is sooooooo unprofessional. There is not a relaxed atmosphere as seen on the website and that's the truth. We spent so much money... Probably one of the most expensive holidays we have had. The taxi ride into Skiathos varies depending on who feels like ripping you off the most.
Yes the toilets are smelly in the basement, the table tennis table is insufficiently lit and is in a very odd place. The reception staff are not particularly helpful at all in general although there are one or two who seem vaguely happy to see you. This is not a 5 star place... I have never written a review on trip advisor before but just thought I might save some of you from a disappointing Summer vacation.

My opinion , By far the best family 5 star hotel in Skiathos island.
My kids think is a paradise !!

We stayed at Kassandra Bay in August/ september.

First of all:

The rooms are kind of shabby. Looks more like a 3- star hotel.
The dinner server in the restaurant was cold an expensive. The club sandwich was ok, but for 10 euros per person it should have been amazing!

The beach by the hotel has a service- button, to call on the waiter. Poor guy was running up and down all day long serving the guest. Great service!

Skiathos is crowded with tourists, if you love Greece, there are other places to visit besides Skiathos. Still, a beautiful island. We recommend visiting the beach Tsougria an NOT Lalaria. Lararia is very overrated and packed (I mean PAAAACKED) with screaming italian families! Never again!

Great breakfastbuffet!
Dirty and smelly toilets by the pool.
Expensive and lousy food.
Service OK from the reception.
Driving distance to the city of Skiathos.
Crowded beach by the hotel, rent a car and drive around the island, so many beautiful beaches.
Dont go to Lararia!