Staying at the Haris Apartment was a pleasant and memorable experience. The accommodations were adequate and located within walking distance of a grocery store that offered essential foods for healthy eating. Beaches nearby were attractive and walkable barefooted.
The apartment was nice and clean. Air conditioning and hot water had no issues. Amenities ie: coffee machine, stove, fridge, pans utensils all there. Cafes, bars, food, market, beaches, shops all really close distance.
It is a really easy place to stay at. You can arrive and begin to chill out, which Armenistis is perfect for.
Muy buena estancia en los apartamentos Haris, opciĂłn muy recomendable.
Apartamento bien situado, limpio y confortable. Los propietarios muy amables y atentos. QuizĂĄ faltaban elementos de cocina (tijeras, bandeja, pinzas...). Muy recomendable por precio, calidad, confortabilidad y ubicaciĂłn.
Haris and Cynthia were amazing hosts, with incredible hospitality. The apartment was huge, had a full functioning kitchen and air conditioning, and a beautiful balcony view. Anyone who get's a chance to stay with them should consider themselves lucky, they were an incredibly great representation of what makes Ikaria and it's people great.
15 days of paradise !
The apartment is clean, well situated and has a beautiful view over the sandy beaches.
Haris is the best host, the best cook and, after our stay, now also a good friend.
He took us out to restaurants where I learned to dance the Ikariotikos, taught me to dance the tango, took us to a Greek wedding and was very helpful in trying to find us a house to buy on the island.
I'm not going to do too much publicity for the island as, quite selfishly, I think it's best if it remains a secret .........
What more can I say except an enormous thank you to Haris and Cynthia and we'll see you again soon !!!
As Americans arriving in the remote island of Ikaria, locals and tourists alike often asked, "How did you find this island?" It was simple - the hot baths and festivals. What we didn't expect to find was a friendship that we hope to maintain forever. The owners of Haris Apartments in Armenistis, Harry and Cynthia, are so warm, hospitable and fun! We attended the festival with their family and had an amazing time! My 14 year old daughter and I danced till nearly 4 AM (check out this video....it sold us on the island http://www.island-ikaria.com/nightlife/panagiria.asp). The following night, we went for dinner with Harry and Cynthia where a band was playing, provoking dancing in the streets â it was great fun! The apartment itself is well appointed with a beautiful view of the ocean from the balcony and the sunset off the back stairs. You are within walking distance to 3 beaches. Ikaria is a hilly island with rocky beaches (my preferred style of beach), but Armenistis offers sandy beaches as well. If you're looking for a true get away experience to an island with mostly Greek's and one that is rich in local culture, this is the place to go. Non-Greeks represent only 10% of the tourism - it is a popular place for young Athenians to get away and enjoy the adventures of the island. There are good trekking options, beaches, natural hot springs that come straight out of the ocean floor, and, the wonderful festivals. Hitchhiking is a common mode of transportation as there is little in the way of public transportation (Lucy and I did it a couple of times â very safe). If you make a trip to Ikaria, stay with Harry and Cynthia - you won't regret it!!!