Must-see hotels in Greek Islands

  • Mykonos Bay Hotel

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Sitting right on the Megali Ammos Beach, 10 minutes' walk south of Mykonos Town, this appealing, whitewashed hotel curves around a saltwater pool, with…

  • Lela's Studios

    Lesvos

    Two handsome studios are set in a courtyard of roses and geraniums. Each comes with a fully outfitted kitchen and sunset sea views from a relaxing stone…

  • Altana Hotel

    Tinos

    Located about a 10-minute walk northwest of the town centre, en route to Kionia Beach, this agreeable hotel has a modernist Cycladic style, with snow…

  • Hippocampus Hotel

    Santorini

    Just steps from Kamari’s beachfront, this friendly place has a sparkling collection of rooms and studios, with added extras like hand-painted wall murals…

  • Pension Alkionides

    Hydra Town

    Hidden in a central, peaceful cul-de-sac, rooms here are smart (though some are quite small) and have tea- and coffee-making facilities. There's a pretty…

  • Calypso Hotel & Taverna

    Hania Province

    Beachfront and well established, Calypso offers tidy rooms with fridges, and ocean views from the balconies. Its spacious taverna-bar serves excellent…

  • Studios Diana

    Kos

    A fabulous budget option, with clean and basic studios, all opening onto the sea, with private balconies and very tiny kitchens. Turning on the air-con…

  • Hotel Atheras

    Ikaria

    The friendly, modern Atheras has an almost Cycladic feel due to its bright-white decor contrasting with the blue Aegean beyond. There’s an outdoor bar by…

  • Olive Tree Hotel

    Lefkada

    Brushed in the colours of olive oil, this modest hotel just above the village centre is managed by friendly Greek-Canadians. Each room has its own terrace…

  • Christos Place

    Hania Province

    These six lovely small cottages in an olive grove above Anydri sleep three to five and have kitchenette, underfloor heating, private terrace and satellite…

  • Georgia Mellou Rooms

    Saronic Gulf Islands

    Simple old-fashioned rooms are tucked into the heart of the old town, next to the cathedral, high above the harbour. The charming owner keeps everything…

  • Aeolos Apartments

    Hania Province

    Signposted up the hill from Kolymbari town, this dated but well-maintained complex has big balconies with sea views. Breezy studios and two-room…

  • Nereids

    Hydra Town

    This carefully restored stone house contains lovely rooms of exceptional value and quality. Spacious, peaceful and with elegant decor, they have open…

  • Odyssey Hotel

    Kefallonia

    Plush resort hotel just around the corner north of the harbour, with very comfortable balcony suites looking across to Ithaki, as well as a spa, gym,…

  • Carbonaki Hotel

    Hora (Mykonos)

    This family-run boutique hotel is a pleasant garden oasis with bright but comfortable rooms (of various price categories). Some open directly onto the…

  • Pelican Hotel

    Fira

    There’s no caldera view, but you’re just metres from the heart of the action in this long-standing, good-value hotel with a homey feel. The handy…

  • Alkyoni Inn

    Saronic Gulf Islands

    This lovely, elegant pension offers some sea-facing rooms with fabulous, unobstructed views. Two-storey family maisonettes sleep up to four. Its taverna…

  • Karavomilos Beach Camping

    Kefallonia

    Large family-oriented campground just 800m west of central Sami, with well-shaded sites stretching back from a decent pebble beach. Good facilities…

  • Windmill Kimolos

    Cyclades

    The most atmospheric abode in Kimolos, this converted windmill looks down on the island from its lofty hilltop position. The whitewashed rooms are cosy…

  • Aeolis Hotel

    Milos

    Inland from the harbourfront, this sweet, neat 12-room hotel is peaceful and calm, its white rooms given a pop of colour here and there. It's open year…

  • With-Inn

    Hora (Mykonos)

    On a hillside between the New and Old Port, this friendly guesthouse consists of nine spotless rooms. Price includes an excellent cooked breakfast, and…

  • Keti Hotel

    Fira

    Hotel Keti is one of the smaller ‘sunset view’ hotels in a peaceful caldera niche. Its attractive traditional rooms are carved into the cliffs, half of…

  • Kastro Hotel

    Saronic Gulf Islands

    A private, quiet complex encloses these studios and apartments close to the centre of town. Low-key decor and modern amenities combine with extensive…

  • Semeli Hotel

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Expansive grounds, a glamorous restaurant terrace and swimming pool, and dozens of stylish, contemporary rooms combine to make this one of Mykonos’…

  • Elena Apartments

    Samos

    Airy, nicely furnished apartments smack on Psili Ammos beach (on the eastern coast). All come with a sea view and kitchenettes; some are even equipped…

  • Katerina Mare

    Paros

    In a word: lovely. Light-filled suites are classy and pristine, each with a great view and every convenience, including kitchenettes. Service is stellar…

  • Pedi Beach Hotel

    Symi

    These pleasant, simple cool-tiled rooms are fresher than a tube of toothpaste with their aquamarine-striped beds and cobalt-blue curtains, and unblemished…

  • Villa Roussa

    Fira

    This place is all about location. Minutes from the caldera (without the prices to match) and seconds from the bus station (but thankfully out of earshot),…

  • Pantonia Apartments

    Kythira

    Smart, modern kitchenette apartments, 200m up from the sea, with separate sleeping and dining rooms. All have sweeping sea views – those higher up from…

  • Perleas Mansion

    Chios

    The restored Perleas Mansion offers seven elegant well-appointed apartments, and a restaurant serving traditional Greek cuisine. The relaxing estate,…

  • Arthur House

    Ionian Islands

    Simple but spacious and very clean apartments, with kitchenettes, washing machines and balconies, set in a pleasant garden 50m back from the waterfront…

  • Salt

    Milos

    Set on a pebbly shoreline, this upmarket hotel offers sophistication, luxury and sea views. The decor is strikingly minimal: mainly white with natural…

  • Kontseta

    Kythnos

    Easily the nicest option in town, these modern studio apartments are a cut above, with fresh decor and fine views. They are high above the ferry quay,…

  • Hotel Exari

    Hania Province

    This traditional-style stone-built hotel has 21 simply furnished rooms with TV and balconies, and there's an attached taverna with fireplace. The owner…

  • Hotel Kamari

    Sifnos

    Kamari provides spacious double rooms and fully equipped studios, with vine-draped balconies and very helpful staff. Sea views cost a little extra; steep…

  • Windmill Bella Vista

    Sifnos

    A converted Cycladic windmill is the atmospheric pick of the spacious, high-beamed apartments and studios at this small hotel, clustered around an…

  • Ionian Emerald Resort

    Kefallonia

    Lavish luxury hotel with a spa and gym to complement its spacious pool area. Rooms are creamy cool, with contemporary styling, lush linens and picture…

  • Mammis’ Apartments

    Dodecanese

    Set 100m up from the marina in gardens that are a riot of flowers, this peaceful complex holds 10 simple studios with kitchenettes, separate sofa beds for…

  • Kokkari Beach Hotel

    Samos

    This striking upmarket establishment, 1km west of the bus stop, is set back from the road in a pastel-green-and-blue building, just opposite the beach…

  • Hotel Paradissos

    Dodecanese

    Stately and peaceful, Paradissos is so close to the harbour you can taste salt on your lips. Its 18 dazzling-white sea-view rooms hold desks and private…

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