Kefallonia
Boasting one of the finest infinity pools in Greece, this adults-only boutique eyrie overlooks the cobalt-blue bay far below. There are just 13 romantic…
Must-see hotels in Greece
Kythira
Rather wonderful white-and-blue studios sleeping up to four are stacked Cycladic style above the Avlemonas shoreline, with kitchens and sumptuous sea-view…
Dodecanese
Fresh, well-appointed studios, run by a lovely young couple and set a few streets back from the harbour, with spotless kitchenettes, modern bathrooms,…
Fira
If money is no object or you're celebrating a once-in-a-lifetime occasion, it's hard to do better than these sleek, monochromatic suites with copper…
Delphi
Eight spotless modern rooms, soundproofed windows, extremely charming owners, excellent service and a central location – halfway along the main through…
Patra
Sleek and stylish apartments in white or black, on a quiet side street several blocks north of the main square, are slightly incongruous compared with the…
Oia
Traditional, split-level cave houses built into the caldera’s edge with all the comforts of home. Classy decor, amazing views and unrivalled hospitality…
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,…
Delphi
A gem of a budget choice, cosy and central, Sibylla has hospitable owners along with eight light and tidy rooms, all with overhead fans. Several have…
Milos
Sitting on its own within the fields on the eastern edge of Adamas, this friendly, family-run hotel offers spacious, stylish rooms with balconies, some of…
Rethymno Province
In the heart of the upper town, this traditional 14th-century Venetian home has been given a plush new lease on life. Each of the five suites has…
Macedonia
Making great use of a renovated, stone-built Doltso mansion, this 10-room hotel has an intimate atmosphere, cosy communal spaces, and stylishly presented…
Thrace
Sweet and personal, this labour of love opened in 2018 in a former boarding house. The 10 rooms are homey but plush, with a little retro flair; the Forest…
Paros
A few blocks behind the waterfront, Sofia’s verdant garden alone makes it worth the stay. Rooms are immaculate, and some are decorated with the owner’s…
Chios
Fluent English-speaker Kaliopi runs these tastefully designed, luxurious castle-like apartments. All have sky-high ceilings, balconies facing a narrow…
Syntagma & Plaka
This 37-room hotel is minutes from Syntagma, but you'd never know it once you're inside its cocoon, down the end of a shopping arcade. Most rooms look on…
Paros
On a hillock overlooking Naoussa from a short distance and surrounded by three pools, this wonderful boutique place combines spacious, airy, whitewashed…
Loutra
Drifted in on a summer breeze, this beachy hotel is Loutra's most upmarket choice, with an elegantly bleached colour palate and artfully hung driftwood in…
Athens
With its jaunty, colourful style and helpful staff, City Circus lifts the spirit more than most budget hostels. Its bright, well-designed rooms have…
Hydra Town
This restored mansion has retained the character and some of the memorabilia of the home's original family while adding impeccable modern touches. There's…
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…
Saronic Gulf Islands
This charming hotel has bright, comfy rooms with antique details and neat bathrooms. Some have small balconies, some sea views. There is also a patio…
Andros
Tastefully decorated rooms and suites gaze out to sea from this elegant little block, above a grocery shop and cafe at the southern end of the waterfront…
Kardamyli
One of the Peloponnese's best budget options. Olympia loves her traveller guests (as they do her) and offers five clean rooms with bathrooms in the centre…
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…
Central Greece
The immaculate, newly renovated Alexakis boasts contemporary rooms, a lovely terrace with breakfast to match and broad views of Mt Iti. The delightful,…
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…
Oia
Traditional cliffside dwellings that have been in the owner’s family for generations. It offers beds in cosy alcoves, mod cons offset with traditional…
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…
Hydra Town
Climb high on the south side of the port to swishy, top-of-the-line apartments in an impeccably renovated ancient mansion with kitchenettes and sweeping…
Lefkada
Perfectly positioned on the mountainside 6km southwest of Lefkada Town, with panoramic views of the glittering sea, Mira has cosy and immaculate…
Saronic Gulf Islands
Sirene Blue Resort offers a deluxe seaside vacation, from the sparkling pool to crisp linens. Find it at Monastiri Beach, near Moni Zoödohou Pigis.
Saronic Gulf Islands
On the edge of town, along the road to Agia Marina and near the old port, the pristine Orloff hides behind high white walls. Enjoy stylish rooms, private…
Iraklio Province
These four casual and compact studio apartments with blue-and-white decor are simple but feature wonderfully tasteful beds, modern bathrooms, grapevine…
Iraklio Province
Arsinoi would be just another apartment building near the beach were it not for the friendly Papadospiridaki family, who will fall over backwards for you …
Karpathos
This gorgeous hotel may not be on the beach, but sits instead in its own patch of peaceful olive-groved paradise. Recently renovated fresh white rooms pop…
Dodecanese
One of the best budget deals around, each of these simple, spacious studios comes with a kitchenette and small balcony. Rooms don't have direct sea views,…
Alonnisos
The fabulous work of an Athenian designer, this collection of contemporary, all-different apartments is spread across two buildings, one just inland from…
Symi
Offering Symi's best-value accommodation, this simple but charming family-run hotel perches on the edge of Horio. Its simple but attractive rooms, kitted…
Alonnisos
Rose bushes, lavender and olive trees trickle down to a pebbly beach from these four low-key luxe suites and four-person villa, just north of Steni Vala,…
