8/10
With a central location Skiathos Island Suites provides easy access to all of Troulos's facilities. The elevated position of the site provides super views from the balconies. The staff are very friendly and eager to be of service. Breakfast is a little adventure every day, always something different to excite the pallet. The apartment was spacious and the bed comfortable. Local restaurants Salt & Pepper and Ratatouille are excellent for service, cuisine and value. Supermarkets are everywhere, even offering medicines. Troulos Beach is a 10-15 minute walk away but never tiresome. Golden sand is covered mainly by sun-loungers (standard day charge on whole island of €8.00 for 2 longers plus parasol) but one can find sheltered spots at either end. Local bus is regularly frequent and opens up the inhabited island for tourists. Fares are strange: €1.60 for one stop; €2.00 for the entire route (27 stops)! Four stops away to the west is Koukounaries Beach, probably the best on the island and 15 stops to the east is Skiathos Town with shopping street, harbour, museum peninsula and many eating places with great views over the Aegean Sea and neighbouring islands. When there watch out for low flying airliners and cruise ships.
