Hello John,
I'm glad Arillas has worked it's magic on you and that you plan to return. Arillas is one of the few places that does manage to attract a mixed age group of visitors, in my opinion two bars are enough (in Arillas that is) for anyone wanting a late night drink...or into the early hours of the morning drink.( for those able enough to stay up until the wee sma' hours!)
A few nights a week Keith and I like to go into the Coconut bar to finish off our evening, but you are right in that the bars do seem to be quiet, in previous years they have been busier. It would certainly be difficult for anyone considering opening another bar.
It is unfortunate that the bars are located opposite the Akti Arilla, but I do know that if requested you will be allocated rooms furthest away from the bars. Not having stayed in this hotel I do not know if this would have made much of a difference, also first time visitors would not know about this problem to ask for 'far away' rooms in the first place.
Arillas is not Sidari, you are quite right in what you say and definitely not selfish in that you don't want it to become like it, I'm quite sure it will not be allowed to either.
Many more happy holidays in Arillas.
Eileenx