Messinia
It's not a Sofitel, but it is much more charming. Modern, gold-trimmed and ornament-decorated digs at the entrance to the village are commodious with…
Must-see hotels in Greece
Lindos
This enclosed courtyard accommodation, next to the police station at the south end of the village, holds half-a-dozen heavenly white rooms plus two family…
Andros
These ecofriendly, unique and luxurious secluded cottages are hidden within wetlands behind the gorgeous remote beach at Ahla. It's really in the middle…
Lasithi Province
These five bi-level stone villas blend into the hillside and are just a few minutes’ walk up the road from the waterfront. Each comes with plenty of…
Pelion Peninsula
In a quiet but central location, this stately and spacious villa (c 1863) holds six comfortable double rooms plus three larger suites that sleep three to…
Macedonia
Cleverly restored, but retaining the pleasing rusticity of its 1857 origins, this handsome Doltso mansion comes with soothing lake views and a plumb place…
Hora (Naxos)
Hard to beat on the island for luxury and locale, Nissaki Beach Hotel offers up a seaside restaurant and gorgeous pool area right on Agios Georgios Beach…
Aigialos Niche Residences & Suites
Fira
This luxury place features a hotel, residences and suites, and boasts awards from Historic Hotels of Europe such as Most Romantic Historic Hotel. Expect…
Piraeus
A far cry from standard Piraeus grunge, this place is also a bit far from the metro (20-minute walk) and the ferry port. But it runs a free shuttle and…
Syros
Unremitting elegance and attention to detail are hallmarks of this boutique beauty, inside a 19th-century mansion. Soaring ceilings, Venetian chandeliers,…
Nafplio
Intimate and comfortable, the five rooms in Aetoma, a classic mansion, have dark, heavy and stylish furnishings, and hospitable owners who go out of their…
Sifnos
An idyllic complex tucked away in an olive grove, Eleonas offers gloriously roomy two-bedroom apartments that sleep six, with kitchen, living space and…
Rhodes Town
This nicely equipped modern hostel in the New Town is by far the best budget option in Rhodes Town. As well as clean, well-maintained dorms and double…
Sarti Vista Bed & Breakfast Resort
Macedonia
This rural resort, with a great view over the sea to Mt Athos, is a collection of modern, self-catering apartments with balconies set amid olive groves…
Mykonos
Ambient beats from the beachfront DJ station drift over the deckchairs and pool of this modern hotel that has commandeered the eastern half of Platys…
Around Athens
This simple hotel has been dressed up with a bit of creative interior decor, but the real attraction is its great value. It's a few blocks inland, yes,…
Thessaloniki
Near the port and train stations, the Met is a posh, minimalist luxury hotel with sleek modern bathrooms, a spa centre and an outdoor pool. Amenities…
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…
Mykonos
Equidistant from Psarou and Platys Gialos beaches, this intimate five-star hotel is all elegant Cycladic curves and whitewashed, airy rooms and suites …
Syros
In the former French consulate, these elegantly renovated rooms and suites are kitted out with modern decor and top-notch bathrooms. Suites are spacious,…
Hora (Naxos)
Edgy yet homey, simple yet plush, this well-run and immaculate 13-room hotel has a seaside feel in its boutique fit-out. Service is thoughtful, there’s an…
Plakias
Located at the quiet end of town and fronted by a flower-filled balcony, the spacious self-contained rooms here are clean and comfortable, and feature…
Andros
This popular complex of bright, spic-and-span studios, split between two buildings, sits at the southern end of town enjoying views over green fields from…
Pelion Peninsula
This former fisherman's cottage, burrowing into the hillside just above the seafront at the north end of the bay, was German-owned until 2001 – the name…
Oia
This cluster of snug studio apartments, some split-level and all with outdoor spas for sunset viewing, is inland from town on the road to Finikia and a 10…
Galaxidi
These five bright and airy studios, equipped with small kitchenettes and balconies, stand a pebble's throw from the waterfront action, with sea views from…
Peloponnese
At the northern end of the main drag, Prytanio has rooms named after gods and painted in battleship grey. On the ground floor, all are modern, spacious…
Nafplio
The five bright rooms (and steep stairs) are crammed into this converted 19th-century mansion. Rooms are simple and white: expect good mattresses,…
Hora (Mykonos)
This hidden complex of bright, high-beamed studios and whole houses (the largest sleeping six in two bedrooms) makes for a splendid choice. Each has a…
Athens
The designers have brought a playful touch to the rooms of this 63-room boutique hotel, filling them quirky, colourful pieces of contemporary art, decor…
Athens
This charming old hotel on busy Athinas has beautiful high moulded ceilings, polished timber floors and an original cage-style lift. The simple rooms are…
Kalymnos
Two colourful and comfortable rental studios, a couple of minutes' walk up from the beach, each with two rooms, sleeping up to five guests and equipped…
Meteora & Thessaly
This crisp modern hotel stands at the northwest edge of a small central square that conveniently holds an underground car park. As well as comfortable…
Syros
Set back from the water about 1.5km from Megas Gialos, this peaceful hotel is run by a charming French-Greek couple and has a large pool and spotless…
Hora (Mykonos)
In an elevated location on the edge of Hora, overlooking a ruined windmill, this welcoming hotel is a prime sunset-viewing spot. The delicious breakfast…
Delphi
This well-stocked campground occupies a pretty wooded setting 4km west of Delphi, with a swimming pool looking out over the olive trees to the gulf, plus…
Andros
This small and rustic site is set among olive trees about 400m behind the harbour. There's a decent toilet block, and the attractive pool area is a major…
Fira
If you’re staying here, your day of luxury begins with breakfast on your balcony. Ultramodern rooms are white, crisp and cool in more ways than one, yet…
Sifnos
Pitch your tent behind the beach in a well-run lot with shady trees, or hire tents with mattresses for €30. There are well-equipped rooms and apartments …
Peloponnese
In the heart of Leonidio, this hotel has a lovely paved courtyard with hammock chairs. The rooms surrounding it are just beautiful, with rough stone walls…
