Pelion Peninsula
Set in a superb location, just south of Horto towards Milina, this no-frills hotel stands right beside a tiny beach. The actual rooms are very plain, but…
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Santorini
Behind a huge bloom of geraniums on Perissa’s main street, Hiroko and Spiros (a Japanese-Greek couple) run an immaculate 10-room hotel. It’s a pastel…
Macedonia
These modern, family-friendly studios lie 15 minutes' walk from the bus station, east along the waterfront. Panoramic lake views unfurl from the balconies…
Sifnos
Effortlessly chic, Verina rents minimalist suites and villas at outposts in Platys Gialos, Vathy and above Poulati (north of Kastro). Verina Suites lies…
Delphi
This rambling budget option, entered from either of two streets, is an odd mix of attractive period decorations and comfortable (if slightly dated) peach…
Hania Province
In a traditional building set back from the beach in a lovely garden setting, Santa Irene has 15 roomy, bright and balconied studios sleeping two to five…
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…
Hydra Town
Set in a former bakery, this atmospheric hotel has a gorgeous garden, big breakfasts and comfortable, simply designed rooms. The reception area has…
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…
Andros
Across the road from the blissful sweep of Kipri Beach, about 3km south of Gavrio, this large resort-style hotel offers super views and swell rooms, some…
Hania
In the heart of the old town, this place is on a lively pedestrian street and has spacious studios with wooden floorboards, renovated sparkling bathrooms…
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,…
Dodecanese
Angela has wrought-iron beds, sparkling kitchenettes with fridge and microwave, and a spic-'n'-span feel to the individual studios. Add to this balconies…
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…
Pelion Peninsula
This century-old village house, next to the charming cobblestoned Plateia Agios Georgios, has been converted into an ever-so-cosy guesthouse by the local…
Cyclades
Gorgeously situated at the highest point of Ioulida, this complex with sweeping views offers a variety of suites and villas that sleep you and up to nine…
Fira
Friendly and spotless, this wallet-friendly hotel clusters around an appealing dipping pool. Simple rooms come with terraces and the owner is always…
Paros
La Selini shines under the care of its North American owner, Lou Ann. A short walk from Livadia Beach, the cheerful complex offers bright, comfy rooms and…
Argostoli
This pleasant, peaceful and hugely welcoming family-run campsite, 2km beyond Argostoli near the lighthouse at the northernmost point of the peninsula, can…
Kythira
Three beautiful two-bedroom apartments set in a late-18th-century house just steps from the kastro. All have modern, minimal decor and full kitchens,…
Paros
The quiet, well-kept rooms here at Rena's are a good budget option and excellent value, just inland from the Ancient Cemetery. Spot the Rooms Rena sign…
Macedonia
This sleek, technologically forward, adults-only hotel in a backstreet gives easy access to Polyhrono's seaside strip together with the peace of a quieter…
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…
Alonnisos
Just 200m inland from the port, owners Ilias and Magdalini provide a warm welcome at this quiet, spruce blue-and-white building down a flower-fringed path…
Paros
A popular and friendly place, Mike's has a great location within view of the ferry quay. Your only option here are recently renovated, self-contained, two…
Hania Province
Well positioned overlooking the water, this hotel has been around since the early 1960s but has seen a number of upgrades, with another renovation…
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…
Macedonia
A boutique hotel 6km west of Florina, Veltsi has woodland views, well-furnished rooms, a pool and a playground. It is perfectly positioned for winter…
Socrates Organic Village – Wild Olive
Central Greece
A great alternative to staying in Messolongi itself, this attractive little complex is set in an olive grove 5km directly inland. It consists of five well…
Cyclades
The sweet rooms here are traditional tile-and-marble affairs with pastel-coloured accents and balconies. This central, whitewashed complex is the closest…
Hania Province
This welcoming stone-built guesthouse has comfortable, tastefully furnished rooms, with fridge and balcony, that sleep two to four. There's also an…
Meteora & Thessaly
This smart hotel is poised beside the road that connects Kastraki and Kalambaka, within easy walking distance of both. Ideal for drivers, it has friendly…
Peloponnese
With two rows of rooms sharing wooden balconies with a peaceful outlook over the village to the hills beyond, this dark and atmospheric historic building…
Epiros
This big blocky 55-room hotel in central Arta is perfectly functional and modern, if not bursting with character. Balconies give you a bird's-eye view…
Hania
Mixing Venetian style and modern fixtures, this hotel occupies a characterful 600-year-old building. There are 12 decent rooms with fridge and TV; studios…
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,…
Messinia
The smartest of a range of small hotels in town, Achilles has 13 comfortable modern rooms, all with balcony, and a pleasant outdoor terrace. There’s an…
Hania Province
Run by the warm and welcoming Anna and set in a lovely shady garden bordered by tall poplars, these well-appointed, family-friendly apartments sleep up to…
Naxos
This lovely place is right on the beach at Agia Anna, only 6km south from Naxos town. There are choices of family rooms and suites, a beach restaurant and…
Pelion Peninsula
This sublime spot sits in solitary splendour in front of Papa Nero beach. All of its eight light, breezy rooms have small kitchenettes and balconies…
