Star Paradise Hotel

You come to Star Paradise for a straightforward Greek seaside stay in Paradisos, with the beach nearby and Neos Marmaras within easy reach. It is a small hotel rather than a self-contained resort, which suits you if you would rather spend the day outdoors and keep the evening simple.

English is spoken by the hotel team, alongside Greek, so you can deal with the practical details without resorting to underwater sign language. The garden, balconies and outdoor furniture give you places to sit, while air conditioning, a mini fridge and soundproof rooms take care of the less glamorous but rather useful parts of a diving holiday.

Star Paradise Hotel stands in Paradisos, Neos Marmaras, on the Sithonia peninsula of Halkidiki, Greece. Paradisos Beach is about 0.05 miles away, with direct beach access, sun loungers and parasols. Neos Marmaras is about 1 km away, close enough for a change of scenery without turning dinner into an expedition.

A supermarket, bakery and bus stop are about 100 m from the hotel, while tavernas are within a short walk. To Simadi Fish Tavern Restaurant is about 750 ft away. Parthenonas, the traditional village in the hills, is around 4.3 miles away, and the seaside village of Toroni is about a 20-minute drive.

The rooms are arranged for uncomplicated recovery: a balcony opening towards the garden or pool, air conditioning, a mini fridge and a kettle. You can put cold water away for your return, make a hot drink without staging a full galley operation, and sit outside while the day dries off. Every room has a private bathroom with a shower cabin, towels, toiletries and a hairdryer.

For two, the Superior Studio keeps things simple with a king-size bed, while the Superior Double Room adds a sofa bed. If you are travelling with family or a small group, the larger Superior Quadruple Room or a studio with a sofa bed makes more sense than trying to negotiate personal space around dive bags. Family rooms are available, and children of any age are welcome.

A mosquito net, tiled or marble floors and soundproofing are practical details rather than decorative promises. Daily housekeeping is included, and room service is available with limited hours. The hotel also has a shared lounge and TV area for the moments when you have run out of energy before you have run out of evening.

Breakfast is served as a buffet, with continental, Italian and American choices, as well as à la carte options. It starts at 08:00, giving you a useful first meal before the day gets moving, although an early boat departure may call for a little planning. The board options range from room only to breakfast included, half board, full board and all-inclusive, depending on the accommodation arrangement you choose.

There is a bar on site, plus room service with limited hours. The garden has BBQ facilities, so the place can shift from breakfast base to an informal evening spot without pretending to be a grand dining destination. When you want a proper taverna meal, To Simadi Fish Tavern Restaurant is about 750 ft away, and Neos Marmaras brings more choice at around 1 km.

Paradisos Beach is the obvious off-duty plan. With direct access, loungers and parasols, you can move from the hotel to the shore without arranging a shuttle, a timetable or an elaborate tactical retreat. Pool and beach towels are available, and the sun terrace, garden and outdoor seating cover the quieter version of the afternoon.

For something more active, a golf course is within 3 km. Car hire is available if you want to explore further, while the historic village of Parthenonas and nearby protected sites provide a cultural change of pace. Otherwise, the balcony, the garden and the shared lounge make perfectly respectable use of the hours when your legs have decided that one more excursion is a poor idea.

Check-in runs from 15:00 to 00:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 11:00. You need photo identification and a credit card at check-in. Early check-in and late check-out are available on request. Upper floors are accessible by stairs only, so keep that in mind when choosing your room.

Free private parking is available on site without reservation, and car hire can be arranged. WiFi is free throughout the hotel, including the rooms, while luggage storage is available. Payment can be made in cash, by Visa, Mastercard, IRIS or bank transfer. Pets are not allowed, and the hotel is non-smoking.