Iraklio Province
Quirky host Natasa (and father) woos guests with her mystical Matala magic at this budget-friendly hotel, be it via motherly doting, morning tiropites …
Must-see hotels in Greek Islands
Iraklio Province
Tucked into the hillside south of Arhanes and with grand views of Mt Yiouhtas, this cluster of four villas is a haven of peace wrapped around a swimming…
Rethymno
Extremely comfortable and slightly quirky, the rooms with kitchenette in this 200-year-old home are named after the seasons and incorporate original…
Iraklio Province
An air of rustic sophistication pervades this old-timey, charming 1893 garden villa that also saw incarnations as a military barracks and an elementary…
Evia
Loutra Edipsou's most luxurious address, founded in the late 19th century, this in-your-mud-masked-face seaside wellness resort is set around a rambling…
Skiathos Town
Set back around a flower-filled courtyard, the handsome, super-central, efficiently run Mouria hides just behind the National Bank. There's a shared…
Skopelos
Cosy, colourful decor combines with views across beautiful Limnonari Bay and its secluded white sands at this appealing, efficiently run 10-room…
Iraklio Province
Iokasti’s 20 modern and bright studios, junior suites and apartments with balconies and cheerful aqua and ochre accents are set off the main drag towards…
Evia
On the historical Montofoli Estate, whose origins date to the Frankish era, these four character-rich, all-different villas comprise some of Evia's most…
Dodecanese
The 'glitziest' hotel in Tilos cascades down the cliff to two tiny aquamarine-laced inlets, so the rooms' views are indeed ravishing. The fully equipped…
Hania
This creaky old Venetian house with a long, steep, winding staircase and antique furniture delivers eight snug rooms with character aplenty. The location…
Zakynthos
Two converted windmills – one dazzling white, the other with exposed-stone walls, each sleeping two guests – plus two- and four-person rooms and…
Dodecanese
Focused around a lavish swimming pool and spa centre, this was the first luxe hotel on the island and in many ways is still among the most unique, if just…
Ithaki
The only real hotel in the northern part of Ithaki, the large, pink family-run Nostos has delightful airy rooms richly shaded in blues and with impressive…
Iraklio Province
Near the Archaeological Museum, this trio of meticulously restored traditional houses built in the early 19th century sport period furniture, fireplaces…
Agios Nikolaos
At these prices, you know you're not getting the Ritz, but behind the faded facade lie surprisingly welcoming, though wee, rooms with bedside lamps, shiny…
Skiathos
Spread across a pine-sprinkled headland at the southwest end of Koukounaries, Skiathos' latest luxury arrival is a glossy, calming revamp of the former…
Iraklio Province
This newish boutique hotel is the domain of friendly Danai, who flipped her mother's old hotel into one of Iraklio Province's most stylish abodes. Playing…
Rethymno Province
Hugging a rugged and remote sandy bay, this place offers small but updated rooms, some with gorgeous bay views, below a traditional taverna. Alternatively…
Dodecanese
The only hotel in Mandraki town itself stands proudly on the hillside, set above a citrus orchard five minutes’ walk from the sea. If you’re arriving from…
Iraklio Province
Right on the beach at the quiet end of the waterfront promenade, this 28-room peach-coloured hotel provides a fine base for the beach and the countryside…
Kastellorizo
This friendly good-value pension in a colourful and atmospheric house packs a punch with five mint-green/mustard rooms with rustic but tasteful…
Kalymnos
A true island favourite, set in its own garden of Eden, bursting with jasmine, roses, hibiscus and aromatic herbs. Fantastic-value accommodation…
Skiathos Town
Comfortable, outstanding-value modern rooms, studios and apartments fill this lovingly restored townhouse, with a palm-shaded back garden and super…
Rethymno
This regal Venetian mansion is an elegant place to unpack. Fine furniture, exposed stone walls and timber vaulted ceilings create a plush period ambience…
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…
Hania
One could imagine Hercule Poirot peering down the curving stairway at Doma, a quiet, century-old classic overlooking the sea in the Halepa district…
Iraklio Province
Run by delightful owners Maria and Mihales, this converted home (where Maria grew up) has maintained touches of its history, including an old well and a…
Amorgos
Pagali Hotel is tucked away in Langada village, and has superb views. Rooms and studios are comfortable, and the year-round hotel offers alternative…
Ierapetra
Oozing ambience and comfort, these cosy apartments orbit a central courtyard and have such lovely traditional touches as exposed stone walls, wrought-iron…
Hania
This network of refurbished buildings around the Venetian Harbour has a bed for every budget, from basic rooms to luxurious bi-level suites with Jacuzzis…
Skyros
Just back from Acherounes beach, 1.5km north of Linaria, this cluster of comfortable, uncluttered apartments with kitchens and balconies sits amid palms,…
Rhodes Town
Two stylish, serenely cool (and connectable) two-bedroom apartments – ideal for families with kids, as they’re in a self-contained area down an…
Skyros
Set around fragrant gardens and a pool, boutique-feel Ammos has an inviting, low-key vibe to match its smartly updated cream-hued rooms, which feature…
Dodecanese
Sitting incongruously upon Grikos Beach, Patmos' ultraluxe design hotel leaps from a David Hockney painting with its sleek geometric aesthetic and cube…
Kastellorizo
Set in four faux-neoclassical villas, near the western corner of the harbour, Poseidon offers comfortably finished studios and apartments with grey shabby…
Hania Province
This cluster of low-rise whitewashed buildings dotted around a peaceful olive grove has a range of accommodation, from clean, basic rooms above the…
Skyros
Palms, bougainvillea and water features fill the grounds at this relaxing white-walled complex, 500m inland from Molos and Gyrismata beaches. Traditional…
Evia
With helpful multilingual staff, the in-demand Karystion sits above the beach just east of the Bourtzi castle. The modern, uncluttered, well-appointed…
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…
