Fodor's Expert Review Thalassa Boutique Hotel Kefalonia

Despite its name, this is more a resort than a boutique, though its small size (just 32 rooms) means it's a world away from many of the noisy affairs you'll find on this stretch of coast. There's room to breathe here, with two pools, a gym, a spa, and a restaurant. The lure for many is its proximity to Makris Gialos beach, though the busy sands there can be suffocating in summer. Rooms are, on the whole, simple and functional, with many commanding sea views across the lush coast. A quiet escape on an all-too busy stretch of coast.