Blue Dolphin Hotel

Recent Reviews: 663

• User:Suzana S

  Trip type: Family

  Not Welcoming

  21 Sept 2025

  I would not return to this hotel We spent 9 days out of 20 days in Greece here and it was one disappointment and nuisance after another from the moment we arrived. Here's a short list: the ground-floor rooms smell like mold. I had a headache the whole time until we were given another room, which had windows and did not smell like mold. Ask for a room with windows. The buffet dining area is a small, depressing, corporate-looking cafeteria. I don't know who thought of the depressing color scheme and design in such a beautiful natural area. The cafeteria managers like to micro-manage and police you, which is really off-putting and uncomfortable. After breakfast we wanted to take some fruit with us to the beach and were stopped (!) at the door and told we could not take the fruit. I said I'm not a big breakfast person and only have coffee in the morning and would like fruit for a bit later. I was told I could only take one or two pieces of fruit and to choose which ones I wanted while the manager stood there watching me. It was the most stingy, cringey thing I've ever experienced at a resort, and I've stayed at many all over the world. I promptly complained to the director who apologized and said she regretted the way this was handled and that I can take fruit out of the cafeteria in the mornings. On another occasion, we were sitting in the outdoor bar having some beverages and socializing (there were several occupied tables) when, all of a sudden the lights went out and we were sitting in darkness- no warning, no final call, nothing, just, closing time and get the f*ck out, basically, which we did. It was so rude and unwelcoming. Oh, and if you have a problem with your room, such as we did when a cicada ended up in our ceiling vent and chirped loudly and incessantly all night, the hotel acts like it's the victim because they don't know what to do and, "it's nature and they can't control it." Fortunately, we were finally given another room for the night however, it took close an hour, the room smelled like mold and the reception guy was so annoyed and condescending as if it was our fault a cicada got in our ceiling vent. This hotel acts like they're doing you a favor. The next morning after breakfast, we were told we would not be able to use our room for two hours while they dealt with the matter of the cicada. When I said that this was a huge inconvenience since all our stuff is in there, including our passports in the safe etc., and that I wanted to make sure our room was not being fumigated as I will not sleep in any kind of fumes, they just had no answer and no solution for me, until, Maria, the director / head manager got us another room to move to. Why the front-desk employees couldn't do this from the start is just bizarre. I will say that Maria was professional and attentive, which we appreciated. She gave us a certificate for complimentary lunch at the beach restaurant and a complimentary spa service for me. I do not fault the other employees. They just need better training. Finally, I must add, that the dinner buffet is lackluster and uninspired. Greek food is amazing and this place could do much better. I found many of the dishes flavorless and oily. The music in the cafeteria is also just awful- something like wanna-be hip elevator music. Ugh. Just play beautiful Greek music. Why would I want to hear generic, corporate background elevator music on my Greek seaside vacation? This was my experience. BlueDolphin Hotel, Γενικός Διευθυντής at Blue Dolphin Resort Hotel, responded to this review 🌟 Dear Guest,thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed account of your stay. Although several months have passed since your visit, we truly appreciate your effort in describing your experience so thoroughly. We are sincerely sorry that your time with us did not meet your expectations and that you left feeling disappointed. Your feedback is important and helps us improve.🙏 Regarding your room experienceWe deeply regret that your initial room had humidity and odor issues, and that this affected your comfort. This is certainly not the standard we strive to offer. We are glad that our team eventually provided an alternative room, but we acknowledge that this should have happened more promptly and with more empathy. We have since reinforced our procedures for room inspections and guest support to avoid similar situations.🍽️ Restaurant & buffet concernsWe are sorry to hear that the atmosphere and design of the dining area did not appeal to you. We understand how frustrating it must have been to feel monitored while simply requesting fruit to take with you. The way this situation was handled does not reflect the hospitality we want to deliver. Your comment has been addressed with our F&B management team, and adjustments have already been made since your visit.✨ About the outdoor bar experienceWe sincerely apologize for the abrupt closure and lack of communication. Guests should always feel respected, informed, and welcome — and we regret that this was not the case for you.🦗 Concerning the cicada incidentWe understand how inconvenient and stressful it must have been to deal with a loud cicada inside your vent at night. While we are located in a natural environment and certain aspects of nature are not fully controllable, our reaction and support should have been faster and more considerate. We acknowledge that the communication you received from the front desk was not appropriate. We appreciate you mentioning that our director, Maria, handled the matter professionally, and we are glad she was able to assist you with compensation and care.🍴 Buffet quality & musicYour comments regarding the food quality, seasoning and music choice have been shared with our culinary and management teams. We are always working to enhance our dining experience and your feedback is truly valuable in this effort.🙏 Thank you once againWhile we are saddened that your experience fell short of your expectations, we genuinely appreciate the time you took to describe the issues in detail. Please know that your comments have contributed to several internal improvements since your stay.We hope you may consider giving us another opportunity in the future to offer you a much more welcoming and comfortable experience.☀️ Sunny greetings from Chalkidiki,Your Blue Dolphin Team

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• User:Giorgia_ZH

  Trip type: Couples

  Strategic position to visit Halkidiki

  17 Sept 2025

  Location: it is in a strategic place to visit Halkidiki (first, second peninsula and the top of the third one). The hotel is well maintained and it is close to the beach.Room: Room was spacious , nice and spacy balcony with rack to dry clothes, well cleaned. Few notes to improve: internet TV, provide a bottle (in glass) of water each day in order to reduce plastic. Service: the hotel has a nice garden, gym with basic tools and a pool. All the staff is very welcome from the reception to the staff at the restaurant (special thanks to the lady welcoming each day to the restaurant). To improve: the restaurant / buffet: coffee machines (the espresso it is not an espresso), food in the evening should be kept warmer (few times the meat was cold and the pasta overcooked)Price: it would be perfect if they will provide water (in glass) to guests and improve the food in the buffet BlueDolphin Hotel, Γενικός Διευθυντής at Blue Dolphin Resort Hotel, responded to this review 🌟 Dear Giorgia,thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed impressions with us. 💙 We are truly pleased to hear that our location, close to all three peninsulas of Halkidiki, made your holiday easy and enjoyable, and that you appreciated the cleanliness, spacious room and comfortable balcony.✨ Service & FacilitiesIt’s wonderful to know that you found our gardens, gym and pool area pleasant and that our team — from reception to the restaurant — made you feel welcome. Your kind mention of our colleague who greets guests daily at the restaurant means a lot to us. 😊🍴 Restaurant & SuggestionsThank you as well for your constructive comments regarding the restaurant and buffet.We understand your feedback about:the coffee machines,the temperature of certain dishes in the evening,the pasta consistency.We take this seriously and have already shared your notes with our kitchen and F&B teams so that we can improve both quality and consistency.💧 Sustainability & Room FeaturesYour suggestions about adding internet TV and offering daily glass-bottled water are very valuable. Sustainability is something we actively work on, and feedback like yours helps us progress in the right direction.🙏 Thank you again for your balanced review — highlighting what you enjoyed while offering thoughtful suggestions for improvement. They help us grow and continue enhancing the guest experience.We would be delighted to welcome you back and offer you an even better stay next time. 🌞☀️ Sunny greetings from Chalkidiki,Your Blue Dolphin Team

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• User:Claire P

  Trip type:

  Best holiday ever!

  14 Aug 2025

  The resort is spotless and the rooms are perfect. We stayed in a Suite and the size and views of the sea were amazing.The staff were very friendly, in particular Pink Wave, the lady on the door at dinner time (in Celestre) and the hotel manager. The pool never seemed over crowded and we always got a sun lounger. It was a fabulous holiday. Thank you BlueDolphin Hotel, Γενικός Διευθυντής at Blue Dolphin Resort Hotel, responded to this review 🌟 Dear Claire,thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with us! 💙 We are delighted to hear that your stay in our Suite was so memorable and that you enjoyed both the space and the beautiful sea views.It means a lot to us that you found the resort spotless and the atmosphere relaxing. We are especially happy to read your kind words about our team — from our Pink Wave colleagues to the lovely lady welcoming you at dinner in Celestre, and of course our hotel manager. Knowing they helped make your holiday special truly warms our hearts. 😊We’re also glad that you always found a sun lounger and could enjoy the pool area without it ever feeling too crowded.Thank you for calling it “the best holiday ever” — this is one of the greatest compliments we could receive. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another fabulous stay! 🌞☀️ Sunny greetings from Chalkidiki,Your Blue Dolphin Team

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• User:Ина П

  Trip type: Couples

  I said "yes"!

  30 Jul 2025

  I can't describe how good was the experience there. The place is amazing, quiet and beautiful. The staff is very kind, helpful and simply wonderful. My boyfriend, now fiance, proposed me there and they made sure to make this day the best day of our lives. I couldn't say "no", of course. The garden is the best looking garden I've ever seen. The beach is rocky, but has sand patches. I liked the food, especially in the beach restaurant. Metamorphosi is really close, but far enough so you dont feel like you are in the middle of a busy street all day. There is not much to do, but we went there to relax and lay on the beach and around the pool. BlueDolphin Hotel, Γενικός Διευθυντής at Blue Dolphin Resort Hotel, responded to this review What a beautiful story — thank you for sharing such a special moment with us! We are truly honored to have been part of your engagement and to know that our team helped make it the most memorable day of your lives.It warms our hearts to hear how much you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, the gardens, the beach, and especially the beach restaurant. Your kind words about our staff mean the world to us — they’ll be thrilled to know they made a difference.We wish you both a lifetime of love, happiness, and unforgettable adventures together. And who knows — maybe we’ll have the joy of welcoming you back for your honeymoon? 💍✨🌸 With heartfelt congratulations and sunny greetings from Chalkidiki,Your Blue Dolphin Team

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• User:Traveler32865088521

  Trip type: Couples

  Great place to stay. Very clean. A little isolated though if you don't hire a car

  03 Jul 2025

  Lovely hotel with gorgeous views of the sea and very clean amenities. Our room was lovely and well serviced by housekeeping. The buffet dining can be a little chaotic but the choice of food was good and well worth the extra it cost to go half board. Staff in the main were lovely and evening entertainment was ok.A few things to be aware of though are 10 euro per night island tax payable on arrival at hotel. The nearest village to walk to from the hotel for a coffee or a meal is Metamorfosi which is about 25/30 mins away (didn't bother us coz we like a walk) & the transfer from the airport takes about 2 hours as you change to a shuttle bus after Peninsular 1. Would I go again??? Yes, if I wanted to totally chill on a beach and not do too much sightseeing. We had a lovely time BlueDolphin Hotel, Γενικός Διευθυντής at Blue Dolphin Resort Hotel, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, especially the peaceful atmosphere, the beautiful sea views, and the cleanliness of our facilities.We’re also happy to know that your room met your expectations and that you found our housekeeping team attentive. Your comments about the buffet and the value of the half-board option are much appreciated.Thank you as well for sharing helpful tips for future guests regarding the location, local tax, and transfer time — we’re sure many will find this useful.We’d love to welcome you back whenever you’re ready for another relaxing beach holiday in Chalkidiki!☀️ With sunny regards,The Blue Dolphin Team

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