Ikaria
For musician and philosopher Christos, who runs this cluster of large and stylishly furnished apartments with huge terraces, this place seems to be an…
Must-see hotels in Northeastern Aegean Islands
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Thasos
Well-informed and attentive owners Elke and Yiannis make Aldebran the best value in southern Thasos. Along with a leafy courtyard and table tennis, it…
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Ikaria
Less than 100m from Faros Beach, friendly Greek-Australian Evon Plakidas rents high-quality suites, some with spiral stairs, all with kitchenettes. The…
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Chios
Two studios in a late-19th-century captain's house are furnished as a fancy boutique hotel, with comfy beds, couches and too many multicoloured pillows to…
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Thasos
This beachfront gem is the best in town – understated, with cool jazz in the garden bar and friendly service throughout. The gracious owners, Eleni,…
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Northeastern Aegean Islands
This elegant and welcoming small hotel on the harbour’s northern edge comprises Fourni’s most sophisticated lodgings. From the patio restaurant, set under…
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Thasos
Dreamed up in a psychedelic haze, this fanciful hotel is filled with Dalí-esque furniture and whimsical sculpture. If you don't mind the decadent decor,…
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Chios
Fluent English-speaker Kaliopi runs these tastefully designed, luxurious castle-like apartments. All have sky-high ceilings, balconies facing a narrow…
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Theofilos Paradise Boutique Hotel
Lesvos
This smartly restored 100-year-old mansion is elegant and good value, with modern amenities and a traditional hammam. The 22 swanky rooms (plus two luxe…
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Chios
The Castle Suites is a collection of 20 rooms spread throughout the village, all with traditional stone touches and modern bathrooms; a few have…
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Ikaria
Big-hearted women run these immaculate rooms – with names such as Bougainvillea, Anemone and Hyacinth – in the centre of Therma. In addition to being as…
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Lesvos
A leisurely 15-minute walk from the village, this lodging – set in a garden of palm trees – features five studios and three two-bedroom apartments, all…
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Samos
You'll sleep and eat well at this welcoming hotel-taverna gem. Rooms are cosy and clean, and equipped with fridges and fans. When you're hungry, just…
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Ikaria
Cascading down a rocky cliff, these pastel-coloured rooms come with balconies so huge you might be tempted to sell tickets to watch the spectacular sunset…
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Lesvos
You can almost plunge into the deep blue sea from your private balcony at this lovely guesthouse perched above the narrow beach at the eastern edge of…
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Lesvos
On the road to Sikamenea and a short walk from the Old Town, these large motel-styled rooms surrounding an expansive shady courtyard are owned by the…
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Chios
Owned by a Canadian journalist, the island's only reliable accommodation option is this luxurious four-bedroom villa, built by a shipowner in 1897 and…
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Chios
What were once the actual gates of the Genovese-built castle now contain two large and fully equipped apartments, complete with a washing machine and a…
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Ikaria
The many happy guests who return every year attest to the magical atmosphere of this pension run by the charismatic Vasilis ‘Dionysos’ Kambouris, his…
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Limnos
Top of the hill in every sense, these tastefully furnished studios with well-equipped kitchenettes come with balconies offering views of Myrina's red…
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Limnos
Sleep in luxurious safari tents, eat in a restaurant that gets most of its supplies from a nearby village and – most crucially – surf! That's the concept…
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Ino Village Hotel & Restaurant
Samos
With its courtyard pool flanked by ivy-clad, balconied white buildings, Ino Village, just 500m above Vathy, feels remote and elegant. While this mini…
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Chios
If you wonder what might be hiding behind the tall stone walls of Kampos, here's your chance to find out. Rooms in this typically introverted stone…
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Chios
After the hustle and bustle of traffic-filled Chios Town, it is a pleasure to find yourself in the serene neighbourhood inside the kastro (castle), where…
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Ikaria
This excellent, attractive budget gem is tucked back 30m from the main road, just above the Carte Postal cafe and Taverna Baido. The gracious owner, Maria…
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Ikaria
Perched high above Agios Kirykos, this cluster of nine villas, styled as traditional stone houses, is as luxurious as it gets on this side of the island…
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Thasos
This gentrified version of domatia has a fancy hotel quality, with an elegant subdued design that involves many wooden surfaces, ropes and bamboo stems…
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Lesvos
A well-managed and welcoming hotel in a shady setting at Skala Kallonis, about 300m from the sea and village square. It's a favourite for returning…
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Ikaria
On a headland between Mesahti and Livadi beaches, the Atsachas has clean, well-furnished rooms, some with fully equipped kitchens. Most have breezy sea…
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Samos
This reasonable seafront lodging is bang in the middle of the port hubbub. The several balconied harbour-view rooms are fitted with overhead fans and…
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Thasos
Just follow the sound of rushing spring water to this rambling hotel by the church for great views of Panagia’s slate-roofed houses. The welcoming owners,…
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Northeastern Aegean Islands
Under the same management as To Arhontiko cafe, this merry colony of brightly coloured and individually designed studios and apartments nestles on the…
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Lesvos
The friendly 18-room Sappho is what passes for a big hotel in laid-back Skala Eresou. Its modest position on the quieter west end of the beach is…
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Samos
This central waterfront hotel attracts Athenians and foreign travellers alike, drawn by its two pools, Jacuzzi, taverna and bar. Rooms are ample and…
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Limnos
This restored mansion (and Myrina's first hotel) dating from 1851 impresses with swanky boutique rooms, fireplaces, helpful staff, a cosy bar, classic…
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Ikaria
These studio apartments, located 1km before Evdilos, feature kitchens and spacious decks with views. Prices are as variable as the quarters. A breakfast…
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Ikaria
This popular family-run place perched on the edge of the spectacular Chalari canyon above Nas Beach comes with its own taverna and an interesting pottery…
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Thasos
Heading just east of Alyki’s bus stop on the main road, look for the big burst of flowers and a sign pointing up the drive to this charming set of nine…
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Ikaria
You can’t miss the traditional blue-and-white island colour scheme at this attractive, well-managed 25-room hotel. Rooms are large and cheerful, most with…
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Chios
Host and former sea captain Alex Stoupas' handmade model ships decorate each of the simple but clean rooms here. The kapetanios (captain) is '100% helpful…
