LEGAL COMPLIANCE · EU DIRECTIVE 2011/83/EU

Cancellation Policy & 14-Day Right of Withdrawal

Clear, secure booking guarantees in strict compliance with Greek Law 2251/1994 and European Union consumer legislation.

European Union & Greek Statutory Protection Compliant with Directive 2011/83/EU on Consumer Rights & Greek Consumer Law 2251/1994 (Distance Contracts)
WITHIN 14 DAYS

100% Deposit Refund Guarantee

Guests hold an unconditional statutory right to withdraw from their booking within 14 calendar days from reservation confirmation. During this 14-day window, 100% of the advance deposit is fully refunded without penalty, fees, or deductions within 14 days.

AFTER 14 DAYS

Reservation Fee Retention Clause

Once the 14-day statutory withdrawal period has elapsed, the advance deposit is non-refundable and is retained in full by Santa Marina Apartments as a reservation guarantee fee / cancellation clause. Cancellations with deposit refunds are strictly permitted only within the statutory 14-day period.

POST 19/06/2026

High Season & Special Policy Enforcement (Bookings & Stays after 19/06/2026)

For bookings during the designated peak season and specifically stays scheduled after 19/06/2026, calendar blocks are allocated on an exclusive private sanctuary basis. In accordance with Greek and EU hospitality frameworks, the 14-day statutory withdrawal rule is strictly observed, with no deposit refunds granted after day 14 under any circumstance.

Frequently Asked Legal Questions

How is the 14-day statutory period calculated?
The period commences on the calendar day following receipt of your written booking confirmation and deposit payment.
How is the deposit refunded?
Via direct bank wire transfer to the IBAN account specified in your withdrawal form within 14 calendar days.
What applies specifically after 19/06/2026?
For peak summer dates after 19/06/2026, the 14-day statutory rule is strictly enforced; after day 14 the deposit is strictly retained as a reservation fee.

Statutory Withdrawal Form

Submit your formal declaration of withdrawal within 14 calendar days of booking confirmation to receive your 100% deposit refund.