Parga
Directly facing Krioneri Beach, these seven studio apartments couldn't be in a better spot – you can go for a swim before breakfast! The furnishings are…
Must-see hotels in Greece
Epiros
A night at this luxury hotel includes a wine-tasting session, as well as an excellent breakfast. The rooms have a subdued Greece-meets-Morocco style, with…
Antiparos
The family-run, elegant, marble-lined rooms at Artemis (at the far northern end of the harbour) are compact but well priced, and have lovely private…
Small Cyclades
Spotless, snug studios on the crest of the hill, with epic sunset views of the village and the bay from the terraces in front of each room. The convivial…
Corfu
Lovely, refurbished, bougainvillea-draped two-bedroom apartments, with sea-facing balconies, set in flower-filled gardens towards the far end of Kassiopi…
Corfu
Set slightly askew of Paleokastritsa's pretty main beach, with a cool olive-grey terrace cafe at lobby level, wine-coloured Zefiros offers bright and…
Ios
Set back from the port and next to the steps leading up to Hora, this multilevel cluster of Cycladic cubes attracts mostly young, hip travellers who like…
Athens
Set in an old mansion, complete with velvet sofas and patterned tile floors, this friendly place is pleasantly homey and a nice change from slicker,…
Karpathos
This well-managed, garden-set complex of five studios pretty much has Agios Nikolaos Beach to itself. There are spotless white studios, decorated in…
Ioannina
This restored mansion adjacent to the citadel is immaculately decorated in antique style that's still light and airy. The seven rooms, set around a little…
Cyclades
Spotless, spacious and well-equipped with little kitchenettes, these three individually designed studio apartments with bold splashes of colour are a…
Paros
Secluded enough to be away from Naoussa's bustle yet only a stroll away, the aptly named Sea House sits right on the water. Rooms are decked out in…
Small Cyclades
Decked out in blues and whites, these whitewashed, round-edged Cycladic cubes sit uphill from the port and come with small kitchenettes and snug little…
Antiparos
Near the Kastro, an Athenian couple run a clutch of spotless, spacious rooms and studios. Their knowledge of the island and its history is superb (Flora…
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…
Samothraki
This Cycladic-styled sugar-cube cluster, located 3km east of Loutra, contains brightly coloured apartments with kilim rugs and ergonomic kitchenettes…
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…
Syntagma & Plaka
This classically elegant place is for the romantics: have breakfast under the Acropolis on your balcony (in higher-end rooms) and dinner in the chic…
Syntagma & Plaka
Brazilian designers the Campana brothers melded their signature scraps-to-art style with Greek-folk touches and old Athens photos, creating a hip space…
The Mani
This impressive stone tower, 4km west of the turn-off to Porto Kagio, is a true retreat: there's nothing for miles around, except for breathtaking…
Rethymno
Occupying the former home of Venetian nobles, these 10 newly renovated rooms are elegant and bright. Just a stone’s throw from the harbour, they're…
Kardamyli
Live out your image of quintessential Greece (dreamy sigh): tasteful provincial-style stone studios, apartments (sleep four) and maisonettes (sleep six),…
Rethymno
Tucked in the heart of the old town, this luxurious Venetian mansion has historical ambience and cushy furnishings. The suites in the Estate building…
Nafplio
A beautifully renovated pink mansion over three floors that's sleek and modern on the inside. Rooms are very stylish, decorated in soft neutral tones…
Dodecanese
Three gorgeous traditional homes have been renovated in stunning style. Fine accents, including flagstone floors, jute rugs and polished concrete, give…
Rethymno Province
In a prime waterfront location, the Captain's modern and spacious split-level apartments are an excellent choice – all are different, but each is spacious…
Symi
With its cloud blue and aqua exterior, small and appealing Albatros has a sunny breakfast room and four whitewashed bedrooms with tiled floors,…
Kalymnos
Overlooking the harbour, five minutes’ walk from the ferry, this central, custard-coloured mansion is one of the most handsome in town. The Danish manager…
Dodecanese
The very pleasant rooms in this beachfront hotel have private balconies, some of which look out across the leafy rear garden and others, over the coast…
Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor
Hania
This chic hotel is tucked away in a quiet alley and housed in a meticulously restored Venetian mansion (check out the ruins under the lobby's glass floor)…
Lasithi Province
These four stone-built studios and maisonettes sleep up to four and enjoy a lovely garden setting in the hillside at Kato Zakros. The 800m walk to the…
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…
Dodecanese
Just below the kastro (castle), this enchanting boutique hotel has a swish pool with a terrace overlooking the mouthwash-green bay. The lobby is scattered…
Limeni
This series of solid stone studios and apartments perched above Limeni Bay are excellent value for money. Both options are spacious, all have kitchenettes…
Athens
This boutique hotel offers just 10 rooms in a handsomely converted neoclassical building right beside the metropolitan cathedral. Six of the rooms…
Syntagma & Plaka
Having created a sleek boutique hotel above their stylish deli and restaurant, Ergon House offers communal kitchens in its hallways so you can prepare…
Nafplio
Set among citrus groves with lovely perspectives over the peaceful countryside, these traditional-style stone houses are perfect for families. They have…
Cavo Olympo Luxury Resort & Spa
Macedonia
On Plaka Litohorou's seafront, this minimalist masterpiece consists of 49 rooms and suites overlooking either Mt Olympus or the sea, some with spas or…
Rhodes Town
This stunning design hotel, owned by a Greek photographer whose equipment is on show throughout, looks out on ancient ruins. It holds eight very different…
The Mani
Tucked away en route from Pyrgos Dirou to the Diros Caves, this handsome tower has just five unique, characterful and arty rooms. Vaulted ceilings, an…
