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…
Must-see hotels in Greece
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…
Peloponnese
Kind of like an old-fashioned ski lodge with its handsome stone exterior, the long-running Filoxenia has had a modern spruce-up. Its 28 rooms are…
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…
Acropolis Area
The popular rooftop bar with cheap drinks and Acropolis views is a major draw at this modern and friendly Australian-run backpacker favourite. There’s a…
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…
Athens
A literal boutique hotel, this is a try-before-you-buy extension of the showroom for Coco-Mat, the excellent Greek-made all-natural mattresses. It's all…
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…
Pelion Peninsula
Framed by rose bushes, Platanias' first-ever hotel still stands proud at the foot of the road down the hillside, 100m inland from the beach. Quiet,…
Palios Stathmos Hotel & Restaurant
Pelion Peninsula
This imposing 1903 wood-and-stone hotel stands near the narrow-gauge railway station, amid the plane trees; it's 800m down steep footpaths from the…
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…
Kalymnos
A true island favourite, set in its own garden of Eden, bursting with jasmine, roses, hibiscus and aromatic herbs. Fantastic-value accommodation…
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…
Athens
A high-end clientele bunks here for excellent service and posh rooms. Newer 'eco-chic' rooms have organic bedding and comfy Coco-Mat beds; other floors…
Skiathos Town
Comfortable, outstanding-value modern rooms, studios and apartments fill this lovingly restored townhouse, with a palm-shaded back garden and super…
Preveza
This large, shady campground, 4km northeast of Preveza on the road to Parga, is very nicely kept up, with clean bathrooms, good laundry facilities and a…
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…
Athens
An old warehouse has been sprinkled with interior-designer fairy dust to emerge as this chic 14-room boutique hotel. Cement, wood and brick are the…
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…
Athens
Don't be put off by the somewhat divey location; this is a plain but excellent budget hotel. Most rooms have a little balcony, and all have minifridges –…
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…
Athens
Location and affordability are the strengths of this older, family-run place on pedestrian Eolou. Front balconies overlook Plateia Agia Irini, the scene…
Skyros
Just back from Acherounes beach, 1.5km north of Linaria, this cluster of comfortable, uncluttered apartments with kitchens and balconies sits amid palms,…
Acropolis Area
Behind its elegant neoclassical facade, this boutique hotel has been totally rebuilt. But the formal interior design stays true to exterior style, with…
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…
Peloponnese
Managed by a friendly young couple who can offer good hiking info, Proselinos has been fitted out in keeping with the age of this traditional building…
