4 star hotels in Kos Town

The recommendation by Susan was informative and friendly. The studio was clean and there was a variety of therapies to choose from.

Everything was very nice the rooms were cleaned every day the hotel variki many guests is clean the food is very good we really liked the Greek restaurant great food thank you very much Betty,Amro,Katerina for the great service with a smile

Eighth Year in a Row – Still Amazing! This is our eighth year staying at this hotel, and we’re always very happy with our experience. There are several pools and free sunbeds, including free loungers on the beach, which makes it perfect for spending quality time with family. We feel the restaurant has improved compared to last year – there seems to be a wider selection of food now. We especially enjoyed...

We went to the spa and all had great massage, lovely staff It was nice experience I strongly recommend for kipriotis visiters !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Had a very relaxing massage and facial treatment in the spa with Alexandra. I would highly recommend the service, well worth the money.

The hotel is not bad,it may be old and shabby but it is clean as are the rooms.The staff at the reception are the beast to put them on a boat to Bodrum and stay there.They cannot help with most questions,but George and Betty really help and are always there for you.If they can help,we give them 5 points Gizem gesterleishan cannot solve toe problem,he can only give you wine for 3 euros

Our 6th time in this hotel. Great as always. Staff friendly as always. No problem getting a sun bed but a lot does depend on time of the year but still beds available when I got up. Food is fine just don't try everything at once or you will say it's repetitive! Back again end of August for 3 weeks (never want to go home after 2) and can't wait

Just came back from a 2 week stay at this hotel. Beautiful country & hotel however there were a few things we were unhappy with. Certain members of staff are not friendly especially when working at the bar in the evening, barely acknowledging you etc and just very unwelcoming. The sun beds go at the crack of dawn (quite literally) and there certainly isn’t enough for the amount of people staying at...

After a lot of bad reviews and a lot of things that my partner and I had seen on the Facebook! All the reviews regarding food and the place In general! In regards to all of that we couldn’t complain the hotel or the food there was plenty of option and the food was always to a good standard! We never really had a night where we didn’t feel like we couldn’t eat! The hotel is in the perfect place it’s...

Well this was a lovely break for 7days and the suite we had was right on the beach. I’m going to give you my honest opinion as I know there been a few bad reviews. My suite was fantastic modern clean and tidy. We did have an issue with the toilet press breaking but they was out straight away to fix it and even gave us the option to swap to another suite of the same quality. The staff was very friendly...

My partner booked us an all inclusive holiday here and the room and views were amazing and very clean and tidy, however the reception staff was quite moody and rude imo, the food was okay but quite repetitive and the drinks at the bar was very limited considering it being all inclusive entertainment was good quite enjoyed it the location on the beach was spectacular regarding views and sea breeze ...

I'm here for a month and so far it's been great rooms dated but very clean towels changed every other day food is ok something for everyone gyros at pool bar lovely beer is a bit weak no spirits till 5 and tonic is not good so got some from shop !!! Only negative is 👎 on site laundry which is a must for a month and family s with kids !! anyway over all a great holiday for the price

Just spent 10 days at the Platanisa Hotel and although I have given 4 stars, this is only because I can't give 4.5. Arrived late due to flight a delay and was greeted by a friendly receptionist, who relayed all required information, efficiently and with a smile, a great start. The rooms are a decent size, modern and clean with decent decor and AC. Our rooms were on the ground floor, which we didn...

Heerlijk rustig hotel met een super leuk en actief animatie team. Fun and actief animation team who'll work hard the whole day!!!

Staying at Platanista hotel was an all around fantastic experience! The unique architecture and tasteful decor create a very pleasant atmosphere. We woke up every morning looking forward to the generous assortment at the buffet. The friendly staff made us feel right at home, with the entertainment team keeping us busy throughout the day. Cleanliness was impeccable, 10/10. If you're in Kos, we wholeheartedly...

Just wow.... Right as you walk in you get the feeling of a hotel that is classy, cozy and thought through. The owner really did a great job in picking the design that is not only stunning but timeless. After our check-in we were met by this super nice and friendly young guy that took our bags and showed us to our rooms. Now lets get to the rooms: what can I say besides that everything, every detail...

I gave 5 stars because I had a really good time with the animators. Chante Joy and Ben were defently the best ever. I really was entertaint with their energie and all the activities were really fun. My mom said this was the most active vacation ever so that says allot of how good they were.

Today our last day in hotel Platanista. It is the 10th time that we return to this fantastic hotel. Again met many people here who also keep coming back. The reason you can guess is that it is a super good hotel here. Important for us is the good location of the hotel, the friendliness of all staff as well as the people who serve the food, especially the maître hotel Maria, Julia and Manolis. At the...

The staff was so polite, everyone was smiling every day and said good morning. We especially want to say thank you to Lucy, who cleaned our room, made wonderful swans that pleased us every day.

Room, staff, food, cleanliness,

Service team is nice and dedicated. Big range of food in the buffet

Positive: - very postively surprised about the food quality and variety. This was great, 2 weeks there and had the feeling of eating diverse and healthy if you chose it. - personal very competent, try to solve issues quickly. Negative: - We got one of the no renovated rooms. That didn't fulfill the western concept of a 4 star hotel. E.g. gel and shampoo were neither provided. Cucarachas in the room...

Great hotel with really great staff.

Stay in the new part of the hotel, the old part is old with all the short ich, food is good and people are friendly

We stayed in one of the Premium bungalow, very clean, spacious, with the beautiful pool, all inclusive. The food was amazing, we loved it, there was grilled meat every night, breakfast was lovely; with different types of omelettes, Greek salads, great variety and selection! Staff was lovely, especially Eve at reception, Dimi in the restaurant, Mohammed, they made us feel like home. Thank you guys...

We have just returned from a week at Aeolos. I made a mistake on reading the reviews before I came so was a bit worried. However we have both really enjoyed our stay. Overall this is a lovely hotel with potential for even more with a manager who is clearly looking to help improve anything that he can. We had a superior bungalow which was really spacious on the inside especially for 2 people, and had...

Staff are friendly, very hard working and polite. Premier Bungalows are a must. They are spacious, clean, and come with perks, such as designated sun loungers labelled with your room number. Our room was in need of some TLC. Missing hooks on the curtains (which definitely needed washing) a broken hinge on the wardrobe door and others were rusty. The manager was apologetic and agreed that repairs were...

We have just returned room this superb hotel, our fourth stay in as many years, and once again everything was perfect. Everything from the initial check in to the final check out was exceptional. The room, the food, all of the staff, everything was first class and nothing was a problem for anyone. We thoroughly enjoyed a stay and would highly recommend this hotel. We will be returning again next summer...

beautiful hotel with a wonderful beach and pool. there is plenty of space to do whatever you like and lie down wherever you want since the hotel complex is huge. theres no need to reserve sun beds since there are plenty by the beach and by the pool. definitely recommend the beach, since the pool can get quite crowded. all of the staff was exceptionally nice and helpful. whenever we requested anything...

The hotel complex has an amazing location right by the sea and offers a breathtaking view of the sunrise and sunset. The Premium bungalows are modern and clean with direct access to the beautiful pool and a few meters further into the sea. Breakfasts and dinners were served almost on the seashore and were very delicious and varied. The hotel staff was always friendly, welcoming, and very helpful. Thanks...

Hotel is empty. Don't get fooled

Good hotel 1 week spent in July 2019. Very satisfied with the services. Good food, pleasant staff. We recommend.

Very good hotel, the team is very available. Small note the food is a bit repetitive. I recommend

Top. Nice people, food is nice too, fresh fruit coktail are in the all inclusive. Just prepare shoes for the sea or you will hurt your toes. (They sell some in front of the hostel otherwise)

A mighty fine hotel, but they should enforce the 'no sunbed reservation' policy, right now there's an alco-team Polaczki Leżaczki that leave something tiny on the sunbed and disappear for hours, of course in the best sun time. Meh.

Great one-week stay at this hotel. Apart from nice and modern design, definitely the best part is the staff, especially at the reception desk (younger person with dark hair) and pool bar. The food and drinks were great, sadly vegetarian options are pretty repetitive. Unfortunately, coffee during lunch and dinner is absent. The ban on reserving sunbeds before 10 am was a promising addition, but it was...

VERY nice rooms, VERY nice view, VERY nice food, VERY friendly staff at the restaurant, Albana and Raphael from the bar were very friendly and the girls at the reception were unbelievable nice.

We had a lovely stay at the Harmony Crest Resort and felt very welcome due to the friendly and helpful staff. You have an amazing view on the sea, perfect in combination with the relaxed atmosphere. The hotel is very clean and perfectly decorated. The food is great.

We all thought the hotel hit the target Firstly the staff are all really nice Chris as you walkin the door George the restraunt manager and the Scottish lads in the pool bar The pool isn’t the biggest but there are always sunbeds and the pool bar isn’t expensive and offer a good range of drinks and food Our room a sea view room was really up to date Lovley bed slippers towels robes and the shower...

This is a 3 star hotel at most. The staff are absolutely lovely but the actual hotel is not nice. Rooms are dated, bathrooms are old, the pool is not one of a boutique hotel. The location is good. I wouldn’t stay here again. The property is not maintained well, there is clear limescale on the bathroom walls and there is missing skirting board in the rooms.

This was a lovely hotel spacious rooms but the pool area let it down small so decided to look elsewhere just Down the road we came across beds and umbrella on a shingle beach where you are at the water’s edge only 20 beds very quiet a peaceful watching the ferries come in from the subbed. The sun beds was in the ownership of Smiles Taverna And to put the icing on the cake Smiles had its own Greek Taverna...

What a gem! excellent location very close to the post in a really nice part of Kos town. I was upgraded to a sea view room that offered majestic views to the Aegean. Very friendly staff and nice pool ambience. We did rent a car to explore the island for a few days but also we could explore the town with a bicycle! We will definitely be back!

We stayed at Kosea Boutique Hotel with my wife and had a great time! The staff were amazing — friendly, professional, and radiated a positive atmosphere. You could tell they worked well together, which really enhanced our experience. The lifeguard at the pool was always helpful and attentive, which we truly appreciated. The breakfast offered a wide variety of options, and we especially enjoyed the...

I came with my boyfriend we had an amazing night. Everyone was very friendly, the rooms was just as the photos and it’s close to the centre too!!

During our stay at Lambi Resort we had 60th anniversary of our wedding . Hotel staff initiated by An, reception lady, arranged that day for us in absolutely unforgetable way. Starting with decoration of our bed with towels and flower petals (attaching photo) and ending with bottle of champagne and anniversary cake (photo). Lambi Resort is having excellent staffs, exceptionall friendly and helpful...

Nice hotel with two pools, bar, restaurant and minimarket.

A great resort. Very clean and spacious rooms. Two swimming pools with crystal water. A perfect place for vacation very close to the center of Kos. The staff is very polite, friendly and helpful. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were delicious. We had a great time. Thank you very very much 👒🏖🌞👙🍉🍒🍓☀️

There are couple things that are absolutely great about that place: first of all friendly stuff - always there to help, great example of Greek hospitality. Restaurant team leader was always there for us, BIG THANK YOU once again;) food was awesome - great variety and plentiful - you need to try those tzatziki. Rooms were new, clean, beds were very cozy. Great stay, 5 of 5 stars:)

Brilliant resort for relaxing holidays. Excellent service. Staff are excellent and very helpful. Great thanks to the restaurant manager Manos, he is extremely friendly and takes care of the hotel customers. Will return to this resort soon 🔜.

Just returned home from a one week stay at this hotel. The hotel has a fantastic location... It's super easy to walk to the marina or the old town, there is a small supermarket next door and an amazing ice cream shop a couple of mins down the road. The majority of staff are super helpful and friendly with a couple (whose names escape me, female blond hair and glasses works in the pool bar during the...

We stayed for 2 nights between 29.06.2025 and 01.07.2025. The hotel reception was very good. The rooms were spacious and clean. However, the restaurant section is not suitable for children. When I entered with my 2-year-old baby in a stroller, we put it on the edge of the table on the first day. A lady came immediately and said in a harsh tone to pull it aside. On the second day, she said it was forbidden...

Just had our 3rd visit. We love Kos and travel there frequently. Tried some different hotels/aparments - but all in all. Price-performance here is perfect. Nice, modern, clean, good breakfast, the best staff, comfortable rooms and all in all a great location for travelling around the island. Walk around the town and enjoy every night, travel the island by car during the day ... We'll be back again...

Stayed here with my husband and our 9 year old son (one room accommodation) in early May. Very friendly staff, clean hotel. Breakfast buffet was very rich with some changes every morning. Plenty of storage/cabinets in the room. Good location just outside the busy streets of the center/old town of Kos City, quiet at nights. Easy access with a rental car, almost everyday we could park straight in front...

We had such a lovely stay! The room was beautiful. The staff were all fantastic—especially Michael at breakfast and Pam in the spa. They were both so kind and went out of their way to make us feel welcome and well looked after. Thank you. We'll be back!

Nice staff, great location and clean modern rooms! They were tremendously welcoming and helpful. The breakfast was also quite good I must add!

Rooms are very basic. Beds rock hard. Food is mainly awful, except breakfast which was ok. Service was self serve in restaurant. NO wine unless you buy small bottle for your own use 125ml for ,€6.50!! Outrageous!!! The pool snack bar great omelettes and lunch food for less. Preferred to eat there and just salad or chips in the main restaurant in the evening. Drinks at the bar expensive! Vodka and orange...

Irene on reception is one of the best hotel employees on the planet. Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and a makes an effort that shows she really cares. The rooms are basic. The food is average. Had a beer in the bar and it was warm. Pool area OK.

+ The hotel has a good location, takes about 20 minutes to walk to Kos Town + There are some nice beaches 3-5 minutes walk from the hotel + There is a friendly bike/motorbike rental place at the end of the road, 2 mins walk from the hotel + Pool is nice size + Good, budget friendly hotel as a base + Plenty of nice cats on the hotel grounds + Aircon in the room worked perfect - FOOD - inedible. We...

Great folks at the reception desk but ultimately I would pass on staying here again. The hotel is very clean, a bit dated, but the beds are not very comfortable and a few issues with the room. Having a shower caused the drain in the bathroom to overflow. This hotel is about 25 min walk outside the town and a bit isolated in terms of things to do. You can rent a bike or scooter close by though. The...

Just spent a week at this hotel and really enjoyed it. The staff are so friendly and especially Irene on reception who was always very helpful and pleasant. The downside is the poor food and entertainment, although for the price we paid we couldn't really complain. Entertainment was only 3 nights out of 7. The Greek night was quite amateurish but was a lot of fun. The second night was a duo and...

Hotel is in a great location and the staff are super helpful. Nothing is too much trouble. We are about to stay here for the 3rd time, so would definitely recommend.

It's a very nice hotel, can recommend the harbour view rooms, other than that the rooms at the back don't have a particularly nice outlook. Staff are excellent, especially the lady at the front of the breakfast room. Still find the tourist tax unnecessary and just a money making scheme.

Right in front of the ferries, food and beverage markets start from 300 and 100 meters to the right and left. A spotlessly clean hotel. There is also a room where you can leave your luggage for early check-in and late check-out.

I can’t say enough about Kosta Place City Hotel. The hotel was in a perfect location and the staff were very friendly, nice and welcoming. My boyfriend and I spent 5 days in Kos I got us an upgraded business room which was very impressive in size which overlooked the harbor. I came back by myself a week later after missing the ferry after returning from Athens. They were again very accommodating and...

Staff are very helpful and friendly. Great service had 2 issues with the door to room and the safe, both were dealt within about 10 minutes. Our room was a bit upside down, bedroom was upstairs, but the wardrobes were downstairs had to be careful when using them. It was a wonderful holiday, thoroughly enjoyed it.

Choose this hotel due to the location across the road from the port. Lovely hotel, very nice staff in reception and dining hall, very good choice for breakfast. Would definitely return when next in Kos (maybe pay for an upgrade to a sea view room).

Having read reviews prior to going I was a bit anxious about staying here, however myself, my husband and two of our children 12 & 16 have just had a great holiday at Kipriotis Aqualand. The room- we booked through Jet2 our room was described as a one bedroom family room, it was huge, it had two rooms one that was part of "the kitchen" and another double room and a huge double balcony. They have...

We arrived with high hopes, but were immediately taken aback — to the point we considered leaving. The hotel is extremely basic, which we should have expected for the price, but the initial impression was still a shock. That said, the rooms were clean and quiet, which helped us settle in. The aquapark pool is open from 10am to 6pm, but if you want a sunbed in the shade, be prepared to claim it early...

This place is brilliant had such a great time!! The entertainment team are fabulous and so energetic and friendly! They Get everyone involved and have everything for everyone from small little ones to adults with a variety of entertainment! The hotel was clean and the food has a great variety even for picky eaters like myself! Would reccomend!

Lovely staff, great food, evening entertainment from all entertainment staff is very lively with good company! Stayed at the start of the season and the local areas were open, nightlife is great and shops are beautiful. Great stay would recommend! Definitely coming again

First time in this beautiful island and i love it , i came with my family and was such a lovely experience The animation team was brilliant , specially Nachos and his team The evening program is fav and with a lots of variety every night I totally recommend everyone to come here to this hotel

Thank you for your amazing support during whole trip, Olga and Nacho! We had lots of fun with you, hope you will have a good summer season in Kos I would totally recommend attending all animations, taking as many trips as possible, a perfect trip

My partner and I stayed at this hotel for a fortnight and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The entertainment was the highlight of our holiday. Enzo, Maxi and the rest of the entertainment team work tirelessly to create a welcoming and positive atmosphere. The activities are interactive and fun but there is no pressure to join in. The team make a special effort to get to know their guests which was greatly...

Great hotel overall, incredible staff and all of them are super nice. Full of activities like darts, waterpolo and aqua gym and the energy the entertainers bring really makes the trip 10 times better. The two entertainers we had named Enzo and Maxi were super fun and friendly and always kept a good vibe. Beds are comfortable and the drinks were worth the price tag. Definetly would come back here again

I honestly have nothing bad to say. There was always something to eat as a picky eater + celiac, they had gluten free cereal and bread and had signs saying what dish contained what. The rooms were good with my only downside being that the bathroom wasn't the nicest but it honestly didn't cross my mind that much. My favourite part was the entertainment. Enzo and Maxi were the sweetest. I am a very introverted...

The food was delicious, wide variety of food. All staff were really welcoming and friendly, entertainment was absolutely amazing, Enzo and Maxxi are simply the funniest and the best!! We have had a wonderful time!

We were lucky enough to meet Enzo and Maxi, not only did they keep us wonderfully entertained with quizzes, karaoke and water activities, they knew all the guests, greeted us and checked in on how we were everyday. They are both brilliant at their jobs and lots of fun. The hotel is lovely and the food is fabulous. Swimming pool is bright and clean, my only complaint would be that the hours are...

I enjoyed my stay at this hotel food was ok, staff where very helpful and polite and the entertainment just smashed it there was never a moment u wasn’t doin anything I would definitely come bk again thank u to everyone who works at this hotel cause if it wasn’t for u guys this holiday would not of been the holiday it was ❤️❤️🫶🏼

What an amazing week my daughter and I had!! The staff were absolutely amazing, friendly and helpful, the area is quiet and safe… right across from the beach where there are gorgeous sunsets and you can see across to Turkey 🇹🇷 Can also get a boat over from Kos town which is about 40minutes walk, but there is a bus stop right outside the hotel or taxis. The rooms are basic but comfortable and have ample...

What a fantastic holiday made all the more special because of the hard working friendly staff. Who ensured hotel was kept in tip top shape, offering a wide selection of well presented food, that tasted as good as it looked, being an extremely critical foodie, I had nothing to complain about much to the delight of my family!! Only one drama related to an excursion which was dealt with by the TUI rep...

Firstly, I'd say this is in no way shape or form a 4 star resort in the average persons views, it is 4 star based on the amenities but not what you'd think is 4 star. I would say this could be an amazing place, but the food is BEYOND TERRIBLE. If you're coming here, please budget yourself extra money to eat out almost every meal, because it's genuinely dreadful. I found it so funny because you'd see...

Beautiful middle-sized hotel with engaged staff! Rooms. Even though rooms are not top modern, they have all you need: refurbished bathroom, AC (didnt work properly in the beginning, but they fixed it immediately), coffee set, fresh towels. Restaurant and bars. The food is always fresh and delicious, varying from day to day. We could not complain about anything, very pleasant experience! Staff. Always...

Just came home after a 7-day vacation at Atlantica Thalassa. I have to say one of the best family hotels i have ever experienced. We had all inclusive and the variation of food is great. Different food everyday both lunch and dinner. The staff in the restaurant is really good and always had a smile on their face. Great service in the pool bar and in the lounge bar. Big thank you to Bobo, Maria and...

I've stayed here for 7 nights. I'm writing this review on my last day. Overall I'm really pleased with this hotel and having a great time in Kos. And would recommend people to stay in this resort. The hotel lobby looked really nice. Our room on the third floor looked the same as the advertised photo. And we had to carry our suitcases up the stairs, no lifts unfortunately. The beds were soft and comfortable...

Great hotel, great service and delicious breakfast!

A nice surprise at Kos island! Extra large rooms, nice decoration, big bathrooms and lovely terrace! A bit crowded around the pool but still a lovely hotel. Ps: Very polite employees!!!

Fairly new hotel with basic spacious rooms. Usually a lot of all inclusive tourists here from western and eastern Europe. Front desk kind of friendly but also not trying too hard doing her job. Pool is nice but the stretcher toppers were all soaking wet and smelly old. Overall ok, but wouldn’t stay again. But maybe I’m also not the target group 😜

Great hotel, room was nice, has fridge. But the hotel is old but its very great beacause price is good compare to quality.

Super hotel, friendly and warm staff. Breakfast is great, team are so friendly and helpfunctie...barmen Kostas is super. Nice pool.

Facilities need update and repairs, friendly staff good breakfast, nice location logical prices considering Kos a rather expensive option

very nice staff and hotel. good and abundant breakfast. the room on the street and sea are a bit noisy.

Went for the spar and it was amazing. Great ladies that do it. Very very polite. Nice atmosphere and just a nice place to relax Wish it was closer to two but beggars can’t be choosers. (Greece as a hole ) what’s with the Cats everywhere? Is there a rat issue?

Nice hotel very quiet at night no entertainment.

Stayed at their sister hotel but used the pool. Excellent location

Hotel is at a convenient location, minutes walk to the beach, however 20 minutes walk to old town, which we didn’t mind. Rooms were good. Special mention to the night receptionist, very helpful guy, not so much the reception ladies during the day. The bartender is sweet too.

I good friendly hotel with hard working staff.20 walk to Kos harbour and many tavernas nearby by. Drinks at the hotel very competitve served by the very friendly and effient Kirious.Pool is good and also a nice Jacuzzi.

A great place short way from Kos harbour. Lovely spacious garden and pool. A little wear and tear in the room but bed was great. Food and drinks in the bar and restaurant was great Breakfast included all that i could wish for. And a special thanks to the staff wich made our week superb

Nice pool area, fantastic staff, the room was quiet withh balcony. Good breakfast.

Loved everything about Aegean Houses! Our room was spotless & spacious. The swimming pool was cleaned every evening. There was a great summer holiday vibe there, a great buzz but not too packed. We were greeted on arrival in the most welcoming way, with lots of information provided. Staff were exceptional and so friendly. The food in the restaurant was brilliant and very reasonably priced. The...

Lovely hotel with super breakfast. Staff ( Polina) were super friendly and nice and helped us a lot.

A hotel with a great atmosphere. The charming hosts (from cleaners, kitchen to reception] and their hospitality are the 'Diamonds' of this boutique hotel. Dinner is delicate, served as an order 'a la carte'. Feedback and issues are handled professionally & graceful. Just go for this hotel and enjoy your trip :)

I must say it was one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in. Thank you Despina and Alex for making our stay so exceptional. And of course special thanks to the kitchen and cleaning staff. The breakfast was so yummy 😋 the area is beautiful and quiet approx 12 minute walk from Kos Town. It gives lovely countryside vibe. I could stay there forever!

Food is lovely. Friendly service- if a bit sloooow. Breakfast is wonderful. Nice pool. Relatively small but perfect for this smaller hotel. It’s my kinda place. 10 mins walk to town. Or hire bikes (5euros for the day) and spin around on those

Great service and rooms but a bit far away from the city. Not too long though, the pool however was really full of chlorine which made it hard to get into. Overall, great experience.

I feel like in my home. breakfast is awesome. Service is fast. waiters are always ask ‘you need something?’. Receptionists/manager are helped everything we need and every our questions they answers with patience. checking in time. Thank you for everything.

functional clean, does the job, staff are nice.. Typical Greek apartment. If you want a villa get a villa. This is a standard apartment nice pool area. Kid friendly