Choosing where to stay in Milos isn’t simply a question of finding the highest-rated hotel. Where you base yourself changes the kind of holiday you’ll have. Stay in Adamas and you’ll have the island’s main port, plenty of services and a convenient base for exploring. Stay around Plaka and Trypiti and you’ll be surrounded by…
Choosing where to stay in Kastellorizo is refreshingly simple. This is a tiny island with one main settlement wrapped around its beautiful natural harbour. Unlike larger Greek islands, you don’t need to spend hours deciding between different resorts or towns. For most visitors, the main decision is whether you want to stay directly around the…
Best Places to Stay in Ios: From luxurious hotels overlooking the water to quaint hostels nestled in the heart of the island’s villages, Ios offers accommodation for every budget and travel style. The main village of Ios, Chora, is a cosmopolitan party hub where you’ll find lots of bars and clubs. During the summer, many…
Choosing where to stay in Leros is less about finding the island’s single “best hotel” and more about choosing the part of the island that suits the way you want to travel. Leros is compact, but its settlements have quite different characters. Panteli gives you a small fishing harbour, waterfront restaurants and one of the…
The North Aegean island of Lemnos has resisted change and oozes authenticity. From the hilltop castle above Myrina to the relaxed seaside villages of Platy and Armenistis, Lemnos has beaches for everyone – secluded and tranquil or buzzing with water sports and beach bars. The peak tourist season runs from June to August, but the…
A beautiful, rocky island, Andros has a gorgeous beach and a lively main town. It is a great choice for people without their own car who want to get around easily and easily. The most popular places to stay on Andros are the cosmopolitan Batsi and the elegant Chora. Both have a good variety of…
Accommodation in Othonia consists mainly of family-run apartments, holiday homes and small hotels. There are no international resorts or large conventional hotels, and many properties operate only between spring and early autumn. Most first-time visitors will find Ammos the easiest place to stay. The island’s principal port, beach, tavernas and basic shops are all within…
Choosing where to stay in Amorgos matters more than it first appears. The island is long, mountainous and relatively narrow, with its main visitor areas spread between the central port at Katapola, the northern resort area around Aegiali, the elevated capital Chora, and smaller mountain villages such as Tholaria and Lagada. For most first-time visitors,…
Where you stay in Nisyros can change the character of your trip considerably. The island is small, but its settlements offer very different experiences. Mandraki is the practical all-round choice, with the port, restaurants, shops and the largest range of accommodation. Paloi is better suited to travellers who want a quieter seaside base. Nikia puts…
Chios is a unique Greek island with distinct architectural villages, olive and citrus groves, and legendary aromatic mastic trees. It offers a mix of hotels and vacation rentals. Karfas is a crowd-pleasing resort with a long beach, hotel and vacation rentals, and seaside tavernas. Guests here can feast on seafood and try new water sports…
For a truly unique experience, stay in one of the traditional houses on Alonissos. These homes offer a cozy living area, private baths, and a balcony with stunning views of the sea and old town. A trip to Alonissos is ideal for those seeking old-school holiday tranquility, cultural expeditions, and a slower pace of life….
Choosing where to stay in Anafi is relatively simple because accommodation is concentrated in a few distinct parts of the island. Chora is the best base for most visitors. It has the greatest choice of restaurants and cafés, comes alive in the evening and provides good access to the island’s bus and walking routes. Kleisidi…