Food is one of the pleasures of travelling slowly around Amorgos. This isn’t an island where you need to spend your holiday chasing a list of famous restaurants. Some of the best meals fit naturally into the geography of your day: dinner in Chora after exploring its whitewashed lanes, seafood around Katapola harbour, a relaxed…
Meganisi is small enough that choosing where to stay isn’t about being close to dozens of major attractions. Instead, the decision comes down to the type of Greek island holiday you want. The three principal villages offer quite different experiences: Vathy is best for waterfront restaurants, harbour atmosphere and being able to walk out for…
Iraklia has a growing collection of attractive small hotels, studios and family-run rooms. Most accommodation is concentrated around Agios Georgios, placing visitors close to the port, restaurants and the island’s two most accessible beaches. There are no large resorts or international hotel chains. The strongest properties combine Cycladic design with balconies, sea views and personal…
Finding somewhere to stay on Antikythera requires a different approach from accommodation planning on most Greek islands. There are no resorts, large hotels or long lists of apartments competing for bookings. Antikythera has only a handful of rooms and small accommodation options, reflecting its tiny permanent population and limited tourism. For most visitors, Potamos is…
Choosing where to stay in Sikinos is refreshingly simple. Unlike larger Cycladic islands with dozens of resort areas, most accommodation on Sikinos is concentrated in two places: Alopronia, the small port settlement beside the beach, and Chora, the traditional hilltop village. The choice between them matters more than choosing between individual hotels. Stay in Alopronia…
Unlike Hydra, Spetses is not car-free but the island has adapted to accommodate visitors with vehicles. Rent a car to explore the countryside, or hop on a horse carriage and enjoy the scenery while being transported to a nearby beachside tavern. Stay at Orloff Resort, set within the stone walls of a 19th-century mansion. The…
When visiting Heraklion, Crete, there are several options for accommodation to suit every traveler’s needs and preferences. Whether you’re seeking luxury hotels, budget-friendly accommodations, or charming boutique hotels, Heraklion has it all. From beachfront resorts to vacation rentals, you’ll find the perfect place to stay in this beautiful city. Key Takeaways: Heraklion offers a range…
One of the most popular beaches in Crete, Elafonisi Beach is renowned for its glistening lagoon and dramatic cliffs contrasting with soft rosy-pink sand. The beach is easily accessible from Chania and offers a wide range of amenities and facilities for travellers to enjoy. To reach the beach, travellers can opt for organised day trips…
Halki is a small island, and choosing where to stay is considerably simpler than on most Greek islands. Almost all visitors will want to be based in or around Nimborio, the colourful harbour settlement where ferries arrive and most of the island’s restaurants and services are found. Accommodation is quite different from the large resorts…
Discover the Best Places to Stay in Paleo Trikeri, a peaceful, car-free island nested on the Pagasitic Gulf. Here, you can hike around the rocky island or explore the impressive Monastery of Evaggelistria. Rome2Rio makes travelling from Athens to Paleo Trikeri easy. Offering door-to-door travel information and booking, Rome2Rio will help you get to your…
If you’re visiting Lefkada for the first time you can’t go wrong with the quaint port villages of Geni and Vlycho. Here you’ll find cozy boutique hotels and self-catering apartments centered around local tavernas and bars. Located on one of the island’s most breathtaking coastlines, Nidri offers both beautiful beaches and a range of activities…
Choosing where to stay in Samothraki is more important than it might first appear. Unlike many small Greek islands, Samothraki doesn’t have one obvious resort where almost every visitor stays. Accommodation is spread between Kamariotissa, Chora, Therma, Paleopoli, the south coast and smaller settlements around the island. Current local accommodation listings include hotels, apartments, guesthouses…