Corfu Imperial, A Resort to Live

Occupying the tip of the Kommeno Peninsula, Corfu Imperial, A Grecotel Resort to Live is one of Corfu’s most remarkable seaside addresses, with four sandy coves, mature Mediterranean gardens and an exceptional collection of waterfront rooms, bungalows, suites and private villas.

The peninsula gives Corfu Imperial its character before anything else does. Olive trees, palms and cypress frame paths that descend through the grounds towards small beaches, sea terraces and villas positioned almost at the water’s edge. The Ionian wraps around the property on several sides, so the view changes constantly as you move through the resort rather than being confined to a single grand outlook.

There is a wonderful sense of discovery in the layout. One path might lead to a quiet cove, another to a restaurant suspended above the water, while the most exclusive villas occupy their own sections of coastline with pools, gardens and private sea access. Marble, pale stone and established planting give the resort an elegance that feels entirely at home on Corfu, while the scale allows different parts of the peninsula to develop their own atmosphere.

Rooms & Suites

Accommodation ranges from elegant sea view guestrooms in the main building to garden bungalows, family suites and an extraordinary collection of waterfront residences. Panoramic and Deluxe Guestrooms make the most of the hotel’s elevated sea views, while Junior Bungalow Suites and Waterfront Junior Suites bring guests progressively closer to the shoreline.

The bungalow collection adds further variety, with swim up options, shared pool accommodation and larger family layouts set among the gardens. Boschetto introduces a separate family focused area within the estate, while the Imperial and Presidential Suites offer considerably more space and commanding views across the peninsula.

The villa collection is where Corfu Imperial becomes particularly special. Two and Three Bedroom Beachfront Villas, Waterfront Villas and Rock Villas place private pools beside the sea, while the larger Palazzo residences and multi bedroom estates offer expansive living areas, private terraces and exceptional seclusion. At the highest level, residences such as Palazzo Imperiale, Medusa Estate and the Six Bedroom Beachfront Villa create a genuine private estate experience within the wider resort.

Dining

Dining is every bit as varied as the setting. Mon Repos provides the broad Mediterranean heart of the resort, while Aristos moves into a more refined style of Greek and Mediterranean cooking. The different venues are spread across the peninsula, so dinner is often as much about the setting as the menu.

Yali Seafood is one of the most memorable places to eat, positioned directly beside the Ionian with seafood naturally taking centre stage. Trattoria & Wine Bar brings a relaxed Italian influence to the collection, while Merlin’s Bar Restaurant offers an adults only setting with a more contemporary character.

Guests can also visit Danilia Village, Grecotel’s recreation of a traditional Corfiot village, for dining and cultural experiences away from the peninsula. Back at the hotel, lounge, cocktail and pool bars make it easy to move from a late lunch by the water into drinks as the light begins to soften across the bay.

Experience

The coastline gives each day its own rhythm. Four sandy beaches and coves sit around the peninsula, joined by several outdoor pools and terraces, so it is easy to find a favourite corner and stay there for hours or move between the different parts of the resort as the mood changes.

Water sports, canoeing, snorkelling and diving make full use of the setting, while tennis, fitness sessions and a wider programme of activities provide plenty away from the sea. Families have dedicated clubs and play spaces, and the established gardens create room for quieter walks between the busier parts of the day.

The resort also works beautifully as a base for seeing more of Corfu. Boats can open up the coastline from the water, while nearby villages and Corfu Town bring Venetian architecture, café filled squares and the island’s rich cultural history within easy reach.

Wellness

Wellness is given serious space here, with an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and extensive treatment menu covering massage, body rituals, facials and beauty therapies. Yoga, personal training and fitness sessions add another layer, while the location itself does much of the work once you step back outside into the gardens and sea air.

Where

Corfu Imperial is located on the private Kommeno Peninsula approximately 12 kilometres from Corfu Town, with a regular hotel shuttle connecting the resort with the island’s historic capital.

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