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…
Telendos is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Dodecanese, but unlike some tiny Greek islands, it has a surprisingly useful selection of places to stay. Accommodation is small-scale. You won’t find sprawling resorts or large international hotels. Instead, Telendos offers small hotels, suites, studios and holiday homes, most within walking distance of the…
Kalamos is a small and remarkably undeveloped Ionian island, so choosing where to stay is quite different from booking accommodation on Lefkada, Corfu or Kefalonia. There are no large resort areas and only a limited selection of conventional tourist accommodation. Most visitors looking to stay on the island should concentrate on Kalamos village, with some…
Choosing where to stay in Agios Efstratios is refreshingly simple. The island has only one substantial settlement, and almost all visitor accommodation is concentrated in or around Agios Efstratios village, usually called Ai Stratis. There are no large resorts and no reason to divide the island into competing hotel districts. Accommodation is primarily made up…