Thasos
Heading just east of Alyki’s bus stop on the main road, look for the big burst of flowers and a sign pointing up the drive to this charming set of nine…
Must-see hotels in Northeastern Aegean Islands
Ikaria
You can’t miss the traditional blue-and-white island colour scheme at this attractive, well-managed 25-room hotel. Rooms are large and cheerful, most with…
Chios
Host and former sea captain Alex Stoupas' handmade model ships decorate each of the simple but clean rooms here. The kapetanios (captain) is '100% helpful…
Samos
An impeccably well-kept quiet pension on the small and central Plateia Irinis, the Despina offers attractive rooms and studios (some with kitchenettes)…
Chios
Ultimate rural getaway in a traditional house resembling a castle tower, with vaulted ceilings and Gothic windows in well-appointed rooms. Breakfast (€6)…
Limnos
These attractive stone buildings are just metres from the beach, set on a rambling kid-friendly green with a pool. Rooms have smart wood-and-stone motifs,…
Samos
Football coach Manolis runs this immaculate, nicely furnished guesthouse in a quiet area not far from the main street and the seafront. All rooms come…
Samothraki
This handsome, well-managed hotel with large modern rooms is just opposite the town beach. Balconies face the sea, while flowers and poplar trees fill an…
Limnos
Standing on a hillock, 500m away from Platy Beach, these tidy and well-equipped studios, complete with kitchens, indeed offer panoramic views of the…
Samos
This small, quiet and central pension, 100m up from the waterfront, claims a hilltop view of the harbour. All seven rooms are bright and very well kept,…
Limnos
A gleaming white block with blue doors greets you upon arrival. It's set back 150m from the beach, with palm trees and rose bushes, and has welcoming…
Lesvos
In the heart of the port area, you'll find these modern and comfortable rooms, all with balconies overlooking the harbour, along with the family’s…
Samos
In a radical departure from the standard white-and-blue colour scheme, this hotel opts for a palette of autumn foliage both inside and out. Rooms feature…
Limnos
This immaculate and friendly budget gem is a five-minute walk from shops and the beach at Riha Nera. Rooms face a lovely garden and feature kitchenettes,…
Lesvos
Fully equipped apartments perch on the hill and offer all the mod cons, plus sea and castle views. It's located at the top of the village on the way to…
Lesvos
Eleven sparkling-clean rooms come with wooden furniture painted in the lightest shade of blue – the same colour as the sea, just 30m from the front door…
Samothraki
Just across a leafy lane from the local stream, the Orfeas is simple, comfortable and friendly. The best rooms have balconies overlooking the stream, and…
Samos
On Tarsanas Beach in Kokkari, these three elegant and tastefully furnished two-room apartments are completely outfitted with modern amenities, plus hand…
Lesvos
Smart spotless apartments near the centre of the village, managed by the welcoming Maria and her crew. Self-caterers will like the handy kitchenettes…
Lesvos
Look for the geraniums climbing the steps of this well-managed pension 50m from the port. Rooms are spotless, bright and have small sea-facing balconies…
Limnos
Tucked behind the port in a charming neoclassical house, the Apollo's large high-ceilinged rooms come with kitchenettes and balconies. Located near the…
Thasos
This funky edifice stands out among Limenaria's seafront hotels thanks to its Scandinavian ecodesign, with a wooden facade and 16 airy modern rooms, all…
Northeastern Aegean Islands
Look for the Aegean-blue balconies at this friendly seafront standby near shops and tavernas. It has clean and simple self-catering rooms with overhead…
Lesvos
Two handsome studios are set in a courtyard of roses and geraniums. Each comes with a fully outfitted kitchen and sunset sea views from a relaxing stone…
Ikaria
The friendly, modern Atheras has an almost Cycladic feel due to its bright-white decor contrasting with the blue Aegean beyond. There’s an outdoor bar by…
Samos
Airy, nicely furnished apartments smack on Psili Ammos beach (on the eastern coast). All come with a sea view and kitchenettes; some are even equipped…
Chios
The restored Perleas Mansion offers seven elegant well-appointed apartments, and a restaurant serving traditional Greek cuisine. The relaxing estate,…
Samos
This striking upmarket establishment, 1km west of the bus stop, is set back from the road in a pastel-green-and-blue building, just opposite the beach…
Lesvos
The modern and well-positioned Lesvion, smack on the harbour, has reasonable service and attractive spacious rooms, some with excellent port-view…
Samothraki
These secluded vine-covered stone bungalows, with breezy modern rooms, sit on a lush hillside near a waterfall. To reach them, turn from the coast road…
Lesvos
This budget gem, about 80m back from the waterfront, has tile floors and small balconies overlooking the hillside. Breakfast, with homemade jams and…
Thasos
This small and smartly updated hotel, next to Euro Bank and a short block inland from the waterfront, has 16 attractive and comfortable rooms (four with…
Lesvos
Just 50m from the beach, this well-managed traditional stone hotel has modern tiled rooms and a large garden pool. Staff is friendly and helpful, and the…
Chios
These traditional studios and cottages, spread across a striking village of medieval stone houses surrounded by olive and pine forests, feature modern…
Northeastern Aegean Islands
On the harbour’s far side, this is a Fourni bargain, with small, clean rooms, three of which have shaded balconies overlooking the small beach that skirts…
Samos
Superb location in the village, with amazing balcony views, decent furnishings, and a lovely garden and orchard setting. Follow the painted wooden signs…
Lesvos
A reliable, functional family-run hotel right next to the quay with rooms facing the sea and a filling breakfast (€6 extra) that features produce of the…
Northeastern Aegean Islands
Attractive, clean and comfortable studios at Kampi Beach, with views to Patmos. About a 15-minute walk from the harbour.
Northeastern Aegean Islands
Maria Markaki’s two self-catering apartments in Kamari village overlook the sea. Both are fully equipped studios with double beds. Book ahead in high…
Samos
Run by a friendly family, these spotless apartments across from the beach get rave reviews from loyal returning guests. It's close to the ferry port.
