The Best Greek Islands to Visit in 2025

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The Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini might be the social media darlings, but with over 200 inhabited islands scattered across the Aegean, Mediterranean, and Ionian seas, there are plenty more—big and small, well-connected and utterly remote—to choose from for your next Greek getaway.
In recent years, islands that have long been a closely guarded local secret—Milos, Folegandros, Tinos, and Keá, for example—have begun to shine on an international stage, thanks to shiny new hotel openings (and, for one island—Paros—a Netflix cameo, too). Others prefer to stay just under the radar, content with a slower, more authentic way of life.
Whether you want to see and be seen at a fine-dining restaurant or tuck into freshly caught seafood with your toes in the sand; party at buzzing beach clubs or find a secluded spot on a sleepy beach; hike to ancient architecture or browse trendy galleries—there’s a Greek island to suit. In no particular order, these are 34 of our tried and tested favorites for 2025.
How we choose the best Greek islands
Here, we've ranked the best Greek islands. While we love and highly recommend every island on this list—and advocate visiting all of them throughout your lifetime, if you can—we've also edited the list to help you pick if it's your first time planning a visit to this magical corner of the world, or you just want to branch out from your usual summer isle trip. The order below reflects our well-traveled team's personal opinions, the landscapes, food, beaches, hotels, and more.
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1. Milos
Best for: A photogenic and dramatic coastline
Everyone knows the Venus de Milo (which has stood in the Louvre since the 19th century). Until recently, very few had heard of Milos, the volcanic island where Aphrodite’s graceful likeness was discovered. Those in the know jealously guard their treasured island, and especially its 70 (or more) beaches—surely the most diverse and dramatic coastline of all the Greek Islands.
Little by little, though, Milos is being discovered. Instagram is saturated with no-filter shots of the undulating white cliffs at Sarakiniko, the bottle-green swimming hole at Papafragas, and colorful, rickety syrmata—tiny boat houses wedged between rock and sea. (You’ll find the best photo opportunities at Klima and Mandrakia). This painterly landscape was shaped by the minerals that have long been a source of wealth—obsidian, alum, barite, and sulfur, which still bubble up in the island’s many hot springs. As the 11,000-year-old mining industry is gradually giving way to tourism, several chic hotels have made an appearance. Go now, before the trickle of visitors turns into a tide.
Where to stay in Milos:
- For romance: Domes White Coast Milos or White Pebble Suites
- For families: Captain Zeppos
- For an eco-retreat: Skinopi Lodge
- For an authentic stay: Achinos By The Sea
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2. Paros
Best for: Friendly locals and long beaches
Though not quite as big a secret as it used to be, most recently thanks to its cameo in One Day on Netflix, Paros is still one of the quieter islands, mainly frequented by Greeks, island hoppers in the know, and those in search of an authentic taste of Grecian life.
Though the pace here is altogether slower than on nearby islands, such as neighboring Mykonos, there’s still a vibrant restaurant and bar scene in popular Naousa. The sweet spot though, is that while the island has been gearing up for tourism in a way it hasn't done historically (thanks, in large part, to the new luxury hotels strung around the coastline), much of it remains calmer, more rustic and—crucially cheaper—with villages dotted high and low across the landscape, sprawling out across interwoven pathways (often without car access), and lined with outdoor eateries, private homes, and quaint boutiques selling locally-made wares.
In short, for travelers willing to part with the familiar streets of Santorini or the mecca of the masses, Mykonos, the rewards are sweet, with a charming mix of cubist villages, long beaches and coves, wandering goats, and old monasteries. A mixture of hospitality, informal ease, and wildness.
Where to stay in Paros:
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3. Hydra
Best for: A long weekend with the art crowd
You'll know when Dakis Joannou, Greece's foremost art collector, is on Hydra. His yacht, Guilty, is painted in gaudy 'camouflage' by Jeff Koons. Every summer, Joannou invites big hitters such as Matthew Barney and David Shrigley to create site-specific installations in the Greek island's old slaughterhouse. Even the school is commandeered for exhibitions in the summer holidays. Car-free and protected by a preservation order, Hydra has always been the artists' muse of the Greek Islands. Leonard Cohen set the scene in the '60s; now Brice Marden, Sadie Coles, and Juergen Teller have homes here. Athenian artists take up residence at the School of Fine Arts, one of the vast, grey, stone mansions overlooking the horseshoe harbor. Musicians of all stripes rehearse and record at the Old Carpet Factory, an 18th-century residence whose double-height ceilings and underground cistern have incredible acoustics.
Less than two hours from Athens, Hydra fills up with chic Greeks at weekends. They come to disconnect and slow down, but also to see and be seen. Wily cats and weary donkeys patrol the back alleys, but all the action happens along the waterfront. Oh look! There's Olivia Palermo at The Pirate Bar and Chloë Sevigny shaking her tail feather at Hydronetta Beach Bar. Who cares if there are barely any beaches? You can always find a slab of sun-baked rock from which to dive into the clearest water in the world. See our full guide to Hydra, Greece.
Where to stay in Hydra:
- For a boutique stay: Orloff Boutique Hotel
- For a beachfront stay: Onos Residence
- For a group: Mirkella (sleeps 12)
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4. Sifnos
Best for: Big, fat Greek feasts
Sifnos owes its foodie reputation to its most famous descendant, Nicholas Tselementes, who wrote the first Greek cookbook in 1910. Forget souvlaki and moussaka: here, chickpea croquettes and stewed capers are taverna staples. The island is peppered with potteries that produce the earthenware casseroles used for revitháda (baked chickpeas) and mastelo (lamb with red wine and dill). Traditional dishes are slow-roasted in a wood-fired oven at To Meraki tou Manoli, a local institution on sheltered Vathy Bay. (While you’re there, invest in some timeless tableware from Atsonios Ceramics, in business since 1870.) In postcard-pretty Artemonas, all roads lead to Theodorou, purveyors of nougat wafers and almond sweets since 1933. You can eat in your bikini at Omega3, where locally foraged and fished ingredients are given an exotic twist: baby-calamari tempura, smoked eel in chilled melon soup with wasabi, and chickpea sorbet with wild apricot jam and pine nuts. In 2021, Omega3’s previous energetic head chef Giorgos Samoilis opened Cantina, an equally experimental restaurant in Seralia, a pretty little bay below the beautiful medieval village of Kastro. Lobsters are plucked straight from the sea at Heronissos, then served with spaghetti on the jetty. It's just the right balance of low-key luxury and unspoiled authenticity. Rather like Sifnos itself.
Where to stay in Sifnos:
- For romance: NÓS
- For a boutique stay: Verina Astra
- For families: Verina Terra
- For a laidback stay: Sifnos House
- For something unique: Windmill Airbnb
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5. Santorini
Best for: Honeymooners and first-timers
Cooing American and Chinese honeymooners line up to take selfies as the sun sinks behind Santorini's caldera, the flooded volcanic crater. That view may be a romantic cliché, but it still takes your breath away. A volcanic explosion blew out Santorini's heart 3,500 years ago, leaving black-sand beaches, vertiginous cliffs in psychedelic hues, and swirling rumors about Atlantis in its wake. The eruption also preserved the ancient city of Akrotiri under layers of ash, and created fertile ground for exceptional Assyrtiko grapes and Vinsanto wines. (Sample them at Domaine Sigalas and Vassaltis wineries, paired with delicate dishes that let the grapes sing.)
Apart from a boat trip to the smoldering crater of Nea Kameni and hot springs at Palia Kameni, there's not much to do but gaze at the mesmerizing views from your suite, dangling on the edge of the caldera. Most places to stay are concentrated in Oia and Imerovigli, but the inland village of Pyrgos is up and coming. Go for a twilight Bellini at Franco's Cafe and visit Emporio, with its smattering of old-school coffee shops and Airbnbs. For a glimpse of Santorini before the onslaught of cruise ships and Instagrammers, explore the quieter south (but keep your discoveries to yourself).
Where to stay in Santorini:
- For laidback luxury: Perivolas
- For glamour: Nobu Hotel
- For romance: Andronis Boutique Hotel
- For the wine: The Vasilicos
- For groups: Elilia Superior Villa (sleeps 8)
- For something unique: Cave house
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6. Syros
Best for: Culture and off-season cachet
On Syros, the capital of the Cyclades, you won’t find sugar-cube villages and whitewashed lanes. The colorful 19th-century city of Ermoupoli is built on twin peaks—one Orthodox, the other Catholic, the heritage of a long Venetian occupation. There’s still a strong Italian flavor in Ermoupoli’s marble piazzas, princely mansions, and a miniature replica of La Scala, the showpiece of a year-round cultural scene. Syros hosts festivals of animation, dance, digital art, film, classical music, jazz, and rebetiko, the Greek blues popularised by local musician Markos Vamvakaris. A few rebetiko joints have survived in the upper town, Ano Syros.
Once Greece’s ship-building center, Syros' industry centers around the yard in Neorio. But the most splendid legacy of the shipping industry is the manor houses in Vaporia and Poseidonia. The beaches are slightly less splendid—with the exception of Delfini, Varvarousa, and Aetos in the wild north. But fabulous seaside tavernas abound: Iliovassilemar on Galissas beach for samphire and sea-urchin salad and rockfish soup; Allou Yialou in the pretty seaside village of Kini for lobster with orzo. In Ermoupoli, the finest places to eat and drink are around Androu Street: Ousyra, where the chef plates up Greek-ified pasta and beautifully balanced salads, and Django Gelato, where the pistachio gelato reigns supreme, and the fig sorbet made in August can sell out in less than half an hour. Perhaps the prettiest restaurant of all is Mazi, a vine-covered courtyard festooned with bougainvillea. Before you leave, stock up on loukoumi (rose-tinted Turkish delight) and San Michali cheese from Prekas delicatessen, and visit Zeyelo for hand-made wooden sunglasses.
Where to stay in Syros:
- For glamour: Hotel Ploes
- For romance: Aristide Hotel
- For groups: Waterfront villa with a pool (sleeps 8)
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7. Folegandros
Best for: Authenticity with a bohemian buzz
The village square should be your first port of call on any Greek island: settle into your favorite café, pick up local gossip, and adjust to the languid pace of life. On Folegandros, this presents a challenge: the cliff-hanger capital, Hora, has not one but three squares, each brimming with a jumble of cafés, tavernas, and dinky raki bars. We recommend Pounta, where the Danish owner makes and sells the lopsided cups and bowls in which your coffee and Greek yogurt are served. From Hora, zigzagging steps lead up, up, and away to the only real landmark, Panagia church; make the pilgrimage at sunrise (perhaps after an all-nighter at diminutive Astarti bar).
Folegandros—which means “iron hard” in ancient Greek—is as barren as its name suggests. Fruit trees are protected from fierce winds by rings of stones. You won’t find sandy beaches lined with sunbeds; only limpid, pebbly coves, such as Katergo, Ambeli, and Livadaki. Set in the rocks above Agios Nikolaos Bay, Papalagi serves big fat prawns and whole grilled octopus on a wooden deck aligned with the horizon. Water taxis service some beaches in high season, otherwise, you’ll have to scramble down rocky footpaths to cool off. On your way home, stop at Mimis or Synantisi in Ano Meria for the island specialty of matsata (goat or rabbit stew with hand-made pasta).
Where to stay in Folegandros:
- For families: Anemi
- For beach access: Blue Sand Hotel
- For a private stay: Maistros
- For views: Anemomilos
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8. Crete
Best for: Antiquities, active adventures, and sunshine all year round
Greece's largest island and the birthplace of Zeus, Crete has ancient ruins, snow-capped peaks, and beaches galore. Sunshine is pretty much guaranteed year-round, but spring is especially lovely for rambling and sightseeing. The Minoan palace of Knossos is glorious, despite the steady stream of coach parties (go early: it opens at 8); but there are stunning ancient sites, such as Aptera and Malia, peppered all over the island. The 10-mile-long Samaria Gorge also teems with pilgrims, but there are hundreds more canyons to explore, often with only the elusive kri-kri (wild goats) for company. One of the most staggeringly beautiful hikes is through the Aradena Gorge in the wild and rugged Sfakia region, ending at Marmara, a translucent cove on the Libyan Sea, for a cooling dip and lunch at one of Crete’s finest tavernas, Dialiskari.
With the exception of Elounda—a pocket of bling popular with oligarchs—the northeast coast is scarred by over-development. Head west to the Amari Valley or Apokoronas for authentic villages surrounded by olive and orange groves. Or go south, where you'll find the best beaches in Crete—try Ligres, Sougia, or Kedrodasos. Alternatively, take a back-to-nature break at Milia Mountain Retreat, a 16th-century hamlet powered entirely by solar energy. Everything on the mostly organic menu is grown, caught, or reared locally. In fact, it’s almost impossible not to eat well on Crete, which produces superb cheese, honey, and olive oil, as well as delicious goat, rabbit, and smoked-pork dishes. Time slows almost to a standstill in the mountain villages, where locals with formidable whiskers welcome you with shots of raki (Cretan grappa) for breakfast and celebrate saints' days with a volley of gunshots. Even the road signs are peppered with bullet holes.
Where to stay in Crete:
- For families: Domes Zeen Chania and Cretan Malia Park
- For romance: Acros Wellness Suites
- For a great location: Blue Palace Resort & Spa
- For a village stay: Kapsaliana Village
- For a private stay: Azure Awe
- For a group: Cien (sleeps 16)
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9. Corfu
Best for: Character and lush landscapes
Corfu is the “It Girl” of the Ionian islands. The cosmopolitan capital is a charming clash of Venetian, British, and French colonial influences. Evenings kick off with cocktails on the Liston (a colonnade modeled on Paris's Rue de Rivoli), followed by dinner at Salto, an unpretentious wine bar and bistro on the edge of the Old Town.
With its pastel villages, rolling olive groves, and grand manor houses, the rest of the island recalls Tuscany—but with some of the best beaches in Europe. The smart set stays on Corfu's northeast coast (nicknamed Kensington-on-Sea) where the Rothschilds like to unwind. It's wall-to-wall Sloanes and speedboats at Agni, a tiny fishing village with three rival tavernas (Toula's is the best). From here, you can rent a boat and putter to your own cove: perhaps Nissaki, Agios Stefanos, or Kerasia. These idyllic bays still resemble the delectable landscape that Lawrence Durrell fell for in the 1930s—now back in vogue thanks to the ITV series, The Durrells. Or venture inland to Ambelonas, an enchanting winery, restaurant, and cooking school that specializes in unusual local dishes, such as roast pork with quince and creme brulee with Corfiot kumquats. Steer clear of the south, especially Kavos—unless you happen to like wet T-shirt contests.
Where to stay in Corfu:
- For a standout spa: Angsana Corfu Resort & Spa
- For all-inclusive: Ikos Dassia
- For romance: Domes Miramare
- For families: Domes of Corfu
- For groups: Emerald Oasis (sleeps 10)
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10. Naxos
Best for: Endless sandy beaches
Naxiots once made considerable fortunes exporting potatoes, cheese, marble, and emery. Locals bequeathed undesirable seaside plots—useless for farming—to their laziest offspring. When tourists cottoned on to the island's scores of fabulous beaches, these wastrels found themselves sitting on gold mines. The west coast of Naxos is fringed with mile upon mile of powdery sands. Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna delight toddlers and teenagers alike with their shallow waters and beach bars. As you head south, the beaches get wilder: Plaka, where you can gallop across the dunes on horseback, Mikri Vigla for windsurfing and kitesurfing, and crystal-clear Kastraki.
Should you tire of frolicking on the shore, three supersized kouros statues are hidden in the hills and there are dozens of drowsy villages to explore. Try Kitron, the local citron liqueur, at the Vallindras distillery in Halki, or sample homemade wine and arseniko cheese under the plane trees in Ano Potamia village. No wonder Herodotus described Naxos as “the happiest of islands."
Where to stay in Naxos:
- For romance: Naxian on the Beach
- For laidback luxury: Kavos
- For a private stay: Eye of Naxos Sky
- For families: Hidden Hill
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11. Cephalonia / Kefalonia
Best for: Laidback family holidays
Casting Penélope Cruz as a Greek peasant is improbable. Shooting a World War II film on an island flattened by an earthquake in 1953 sounds even crazier. And yet Captain Corelli's Mandolin put under-the-radar Kefalonia (Cephalonia) in the spotlight in 2001. The dramatic scenery still lives up to the hype: milky-white Myrtos beach, the island's pin-up; pine-fringed Horgota beach; and the giddying heights of Mount Ainos, a national park where wild horses roam. Outdoor Kefalonia organises four-wheel-drive safaris, if you can't face the hairpin bends. Surprisingly, the two prettiest seaside villages—Assos and Fiskardo—didn't make the cut. But the yachting set has discovered its photogenic charm. Everyone from John Galliano to Jon Bon Jovi has jumped ashore to taste the seafood pasta at Tassia Restaurant in Fiskardo, washed down with local Robola and Muscat wines. (We recommend the organic muscat from the 19th-century Haritatos Vineyard in Lixouri, also an enchanting setting for wine tasting.) The rocky coastline around Fiskardo is deliciously pristine: go snorkeling at tiny Dafnoudi or Emblisi, flanked by slabs of limestone that turn the water electric blue.
Where to stay in Kefalonia:
- For an adult-only retreat: F Zeen
- For families: Emelisse Nature Resort
- For groups: Odyssea (sleeps 12)
- For a private stay: Wilderness Whisperings house
- For something unique: Sky-high villa
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12. Andros
Best for: Walking trails and wild beaches
Divided by four mountain ranges, Andros is like several islands in one. Lush valleys, rushing streams, handsome villages, and wild, windswept beaches are connected by a well-maintained network of hiking trails, making this an excellent off-season destination. Many of Greece’s powerful shipping dynasties hail from Andros; they have bequeathed the island with grand estates, splendid museums, and an elegant neoclassical capital. The marble-paved streets of Chora are full of unexpected treasures: a tiny, open-air cinema showing black-and-white classics, great pizzas and cocktails in a converted slaughterhouse, sublime sundresses and sandals at Waikiki boutique. Inland, there are fortified monasteries, ice-cold waterfalls, and fantastic farm-to-table tavernas like Kosses in Ano Fellos, Fofo’s in Livadia, and Tou Josef in Pitrofos to explore. And then there are the mind-blowing beaches: from the spectacular sandy bays of Zorkos, Vitali, and Vori on the north coast to the mellow beach bars at Apothikes and Chryssi Ammos, or the sunset views and old-school fish taverna at Agia Marina, there are options for whichever way the wind or your mood is blowing. You could spend weeks on Andros and still have more to discover.
Where to stay in Andros:
- For a guesthouse stay: Melisses
- For privacy: Onar
- For a village stay: Touchstone House
- For groups: Five Star Greece
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13. Serifos
Best for: Naturists and purists
The sleeper hit of the Cyclades, Serifos is the summer retreat of interior designers and architects who prefer to keep the sandy beaches to themselves. (One French home-owner is so protective of her hideaway that she tells all her friends she summers on nearby Sifnos.) Even in August, you’ll find coves where you can skinny dip in blissful solitude. That’s because the best beaches (such as Kalo Ambeli and Skala) are only accessible via bone-rattling dirt roads or donkey tracks. Better still, rent a motor boat from the laidback harbor, Livada. Make sure to moor outside Anna’s taverna on Sikamia beach for freshly caught fish and garden-grown salads.
In the cascading hilltop Hora, there’s barely any nightlife, no smart boutiques or fancy hotels. But who cares when you can kick back with fennel pie and raki at Stou Stratou, pick up Natassa Kalogeropoulou’s minimalist ceramics at Kerameio, and listen to Greek folk in the open-air amphitheater? And all less than three hours from Athens.
Where to stay in Serifos:
- For a boutique stay: Verina Astra
- For romance: Chill & Co.
- For groups: Lenia (sleeps 12)
- For something unique: This 19th-century captain’s house
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14. Mykonos
Best for: Decadent parties and five-star hotels
Mykonos had LGBTQ+ clubs and sunrise parties long before rave culture was even invented. Its bohemian allure hasn’t faded since the 1960s, although the once-naked beaches now have nail bars, personal trainers, and house music pumping out all hours. The influx of supermodels and superyachts has inspired hot new hotels and restaurants. The hippest place to show off your abs is Scorpios, a louche beach bar that puts Ibiza's finest in the shade (book a cabana to watch the sunset). After hours, it's always Astra, where you might find Keith Richards chatting up Karolina Kurkova. The LGBTQ+ crowd has dwindled, but drag queens and oiled bodybuilders make a splash at Jackie O', overlooking Super Paradise beach.
If the glitzy excess gets too much, escape to Fokos taverna for superfood salads and lamb chops, or Kiki's, an off-grid grill-shack overlooking Agios Sostis Bay, where even Naomi Campbell has to queue for a table. Or cruise over to the tiny island of Delos, an archaeological sanctuary that once thronged with 30,000 sun worshippers (the temple is dedicated to Apollo, the Greek god of light).
Where to stay in Mykonos:
- For romance: Cali Mykonos
- For the party scene: Soho Roc House
- For a laidback stay: Once in Mykonos
- For families: Santa Marina resort
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15. Zakynthos / Zante
Best for: Seaside holidays with toddlers or teens
Zakynthos, or Zante, has shrugged off its reputation as a destination for guys on tour (as long as you avoid Lagana and the built-up south coast) by rebranding itself as one of Greece's greenest islands. It's not just the emerald hills sliding into the electric blue Ionian: much of the south coast is a nature reserve where endangered loggerhead turtles hatch in the sand. The turtle beaches are off-limits, but there are countless coves in every hue of green and blue. Favorites are tiny Xigia, with its bubbling underwater springs, and craggy Porto Limnionas, with sunbeds wedged between the rocks and palm-frond umbrellas positioned between the pine trees. Skinari is the starting point for boat trips to the most famous landmarks, the Blue Caves and Shipwreck Beach, where a rusting liner leans into the chalky cliffs. From Keri, you can cast away for Marathonisi Island, another turtle sanctuary.
The mountainous interior, all sleepy stone villages poking out of pine forests, is great for hikes and bikes. (Eco Zante can arrange outdoor activities guided by insiders.) Askos Stone Park is a wildlife sanctuary inhabited by deer, chinchillas, and dozens of other species. After exploring the Venetian castle high above the harbor, treat the kids to thin-crust pizzas (with grown-up toppings like bresaola, aubergine, and gorgonzola) at Alesta on cute St Mark's Square.
Where to stay in Zante:
- For families: Porto Zante
- For romance: Zante Maris Suites and Olea All Suite Hotel
- For a private stay: Halcyon Seas
- For a group: Ble Kyma (sleeps 12)
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16. Amorgos
Best for: Deep blue seas and wide open spaces
It’s not easy to get to Amorgos. In high winds, the fast ferries stay grounded and the slow boat takes upwards of eight hours from Athens. When you disembark at Katapola, a sleepy harbor lined with great little fish tavernas (our favorites are Prekas and Mouragio), a sign announces: “Welcome to Amorgos. Nobody will find you here.”
That’s just the point. This craggy Cycladic island has always attracted loners, hikers, divers, and pilgrims, who shuffle up the cliff face to the Monastery of Hozoviotissa, a sliver of white dangling close to 1,000 feet above the sea. The water here is a million shades of blue and so startlingly clear you can see every sea urchin lurking on the rocky shore. Even the sage-scented hiking trails are called Blue Paths because the sea and sky are visible in all directions.
With a population of under 2,000, the locals are outnumbered by shaggy goats that blend in perfectly with the burnished landscape and hippie vibe. But you don't have to be a recluse to fall for Amorgos. There are plenty of all-day spots and a few late-night bars where Amorgos groupies meet, summer after summer: Jazzmin, in Hora, for backgammon and cocktails; Pergalidi in Langada for herbal infusions and jazzy tunes; Seladi in Tholaria, with giddying views and a telescope for stargazing.
Where to stay in Amorgos:
There are very few hotels on Amorgos, beyond basic rooms to let. Vorina Ktismata is the exception, with seven smart apartments looking out across Hora’s white-washed rooftops.
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17. Paxos
Best for: The perfect balance of seclusion and sophistication
One of the tiniest Ionian islands, Paxos packs a big punch. Not for its five-star hotels (there are hardly any) or its sandy beaches (practically none), but for its electric blue sea and three dinky harbor towns, each one so pretty it’s impossible to pick a favorite. In laid-back Loggos on the northeast coast, star-spangled evenings are spent on the waterfront terrace of Taxidi bar, where the owner, Spiros, often jams with local musicians. You could while away days in the waterfront cafés of Lakka, watching lissom sailors hop on and off their yachts. Protected from the wind but with a lively social scene, the main port of Gaios is characterized by Venetian architecture and a high quota of stylish Italians, who own pale stone villas hidden in the wooded interior or on the crest of the limestone cliffs along the western shoreline. For the many British Paxos aficionados, all roads lead to Ben’s Bar, a happy-go-lucky hangout on Monodendri beach, where you can laze under the olive trees with French toast and Piña Coladas. Make sure to rent a motor boat to putter along the coast to pebble coves such as Marmari and Kipiadi, or across to Antipaxos, an even smaller island that’s a hit with the yachting set. Paths through vineyards and orchards trickle down to bays with a sea so clear it looks retouched.
Where to stay in Paxos:
- For an authentic stay: Paxos Villa
- For a great location: Oneiro
- For groups: Panayia View (sleeps 14)
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18. Lefkada
Best for: Sailors, surfers, and superstar beaches
Lefkada is something of an anomaly. Unlike the other Ionian islands, it’s accessible from the mainland via a causeway on the northern tip. Lefkada’s main town, flattened by an earthquake in the 1950s, certainly won’t take your breath away, but those famous cliff-backed beaches, Egremni and Porto Katsiki, sure will. You’ll find sheltered beaches no matter which way the wind is blowing; but if you’re here for the swell, the south coast is fantastic for windsurfing (head to Vassiliki or Sivota, home to the world windsurfing championships), and Agios Ioannis Bay billows with kite-surfers. At Nidri, ignore the unlovely bars and watersports centers and hop on a boat to explore the little isles nearby. You can swim through sea caves near Kalamos; eat seared tuna with tarama at Errikos taverna on Meganisi, a favorite of reclusive billionaires; and watch the sunset with a basil-infused Mastiha and tonic at Mylos bar, a converted windmill on Kastos.
Want to cool down or escape the summer crowds? Drive through forests of chestnut and pine into Lefkada’s mountainous interior to the somnolent villages of Karya (home to an enchanting textile museum), Eglouvi (to play backgammon under plane trees), and Exanthia (to watch the setting sun from up in the clouds at Rachi restaurant). You might even see paragliders leaping off the mountain.
Where to stay in Lefkada:
- For romance: Ibid
- For views: New Morning villa
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19. Ithaca
Best for: A mythical retreat for lovers and loners
Despite its legendary stature, the homeland of Homer's hero, Odysseus, remains surprisingly under the radar. Ithaca’s turquoise and emerald coves are popular with the sailing set, but few visitors venture into the forested hills. So you might be the only person exploring the eighth-century BC ruins of Odysseus’ palace, or making the heady trek to the church of Anogi, covered in Byzantine frescoes (ask for the key at the village coffee shop, where the owner will cook you a set menu of whatever is available—maybe a tomato salad, some local cheese and braised goat—straight from her garden or neighbors’ fields).
From Anogi, it’s an exhilarating two-hire hike down to Kioni, a miniature port where you’ll find Spavento, the perfect pier-side café-bar. Go any time of day or night for ice-cream sundaes, excellent cocktails, and a soundtrack to make your heart sing. The waterside tavernas at the drowsy fishing port of Frikes are unfailingly delightful, especially Ageri. The deep, sheltered harbor town of Vathy is barely livelier, but the mood can be deliciously mischievous at Mylos bar. Beaches are mostly small and pebbly, but the sea is as clear and refreshing as gin. Authentic, unspoiled, and infuriatingly (or gratifyingly) hard to reach, rugged little Ithaca is somewhere you can still disappear.
Where to stay in Ithaca:
- For a private stay: Ithaca Airbnb house
- For families: Levendis Estate
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20. Tinos
Best for: Traditional villages and knockout tavernas
Tinos has more than 50 villages, each vying to be fairest of them all. Pyrgos is famous for its marble craftsmen, sculpted birds, and flowers decorate every doorway. In Volax, basket weavers squat outside cottages surrounded by giant boulders, seemingly flung from the heavens by Zeus in a fit of pique. There's even a village called Love—Agapi—where you can tuck into wild fennel fritters at the only taverna. Tinos takes its food culture seriously: there are artichoke, caper, and honey festivals. Marathia launched the island’s farm- (or fishing-boat-) to-table scene, elevating local ingredients into complex modern dishes. For a perfect meal in perfect surroundings, go for cuttlefish risotto and octopus caramelized in grape must at Thalassaki, served on the jetty in Isternia Bay, then watch dusk bleed into the horizon from Exomeria bar.
Tinos is only 20 minutes from Mykonos, so it's a wonder it isn't overrun with tourists. The harbor is swarmed on August 15, however, when Orthodox pilgrims flock here to kiss the Virgin Mary at the Monastery of Panagia Evangelistria, one of the holiest sites in Greece. Otherwise, the island is miraculously untouched. Solitary chapels and whimsical dovecotes stud thyme-scented hills, dropping to sandy bays whipped by the Meltemi wind. There's a nascent surfer scene on Kolibithra Bay, where a VW camper van has been converted into a cute beach bar.
Where to stay in Tinos:
- For a guest house stay: Xinara House
- For a private stay: The Detailor
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21. Patmos
Best for: Stark mystique and show-stopping villas
Patmos has an indefinable je ne sais quoi—an otherworldly quality that radiates from its crowning glory, the medieval Monastery of St John. This turreted fortress, bursting with Byzantine relics, is named after John the Divine, who conjured up his apocalyptic revelations in a cave nearby. Pure-white Hora, a World Heritage Site, is where A-listers and fashion editors stay. High walls and heavy doors conceal magnificent mansions dating back to the 16th century. The almighty church has kept nightlife in check. If you must see and be seen, head to quietly glamorous Astivi or Stoa Theo's bar on miniature Agia Lesbia in Hora. Beach life is generally languid and low-key; Psili Ammos and Livadi Geranou are our favorite hideouts. Dinner reservations are essential at Benetos, for Med-Asian fusion on an organic farm, and Lambi for grilled fish on a purple pebble beach.
Joining the Patmos in-crowd requires commitment. There's no airport and it's a nine-hour ferry journey from Athens, which keeps the hoi polloi at bay. Seriously reclusive types hop on a fishing boat from Patmos to Marathi and play castaway at Pantelis, a divine taverna with modest rooms to let.
Where to stay in Patmos:
- For a guest house stay: Pagostas
- For a stay in the historic center: Traditional home
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22. Rhodes
Best for: Traveling back in time
When the writer Lawrence Durrell arrived in Rhodes after World War II, he found an island devastated by centuries of crusaders and invaders. Like the fallen Colossus, it was “a Rhodes dispersed into a million fragments, waiting to be built up again.” Since then, Rhodes has reinvented itself as one of Greece's top travel destinations. The big draw is the medieval citadel in Rhodes Old Town: stroll along the battlements and you'll spy Byzantine churches, Roman ruins, synagogues, and minarets. In the maze of alleys, seek out Marco Polo Mansion, a 15th-century guest house decorated like a pasha's harem, with an enchanting restaurant in the garden.
Upmarket hotels are clustered around Lindos, its magnificent acropolis surrounded by slate cliffs and emerald coves. Go for the views—and the sublime octopus ragout at Mavrikos restaurant.
As you head south, high-rise resorts give way to stretches of golden sand, such as Glystra, Tsambika, and Fourni. Inland, you'll find alpine forests (Mount Attavyros), hilltop castles (Monolithos), faded frescoes (Saint Nikolaos Fountoukli), and ancient ruins (Kamiros). Marooned on the southern tip, Prasonisi is a powdery peninsula where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean. One side is calm, the other choppy—a metaphor for this island of two halves.
Where to stay in Rhodes:
- For romance: Casa Cook
- For history: Kókkini Porta Rossa
- For a boutique stay: Melenos Art Boutique Hotel
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23. Symi
Best for: Castaway coves and a picture-perfect port
Little Symi has the prettiest port in Greece. As you round the headland, neoclassical mansions in every shade of apricot and peach rise like a mirage from the sea. Built by 19th-century sponge and spice merchants, the whole town is now a national monument. You need strong legs to explore—it's about 500 steps up to the crumbling acropolis—but you won't need a car. The only proper road peters out at Panormitis monastery, a major pilgrimage site. Ravishing beaches such as Agios Giorgos Dysalona (backed by monumental cliffs) and Marathounda (where goats will try to filch your picnic) are only accessible by boat or on foot. In the rugged hinterland, more than 100 monasteries are hidden among the pine and cypress forests.
With its laid-back glamour, luminous sea, and almost tropical microclimate, Symi is a hit with French and Italian yachties. You'll find them eating flash-fried baby shrimp, a local specialty, at Tholos, a sensational taverna where the harbor views almost steal the show.
Where to stay in Symi:
- For a hotel stay: The Old Markets
- For a private stay: On The Rocks
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24. Astypalea
Best for: Escaping the crowds
A throwback to a gentler, slower, more elemental way of life, Astypalea is surprisingly easy to get to (daily one-hour flights from Athens). Every gap in the burnished hills frames a different view of Hora, cascading from the Venetian castle to seaside Skala. The scent of saffron biscuits wafts through the whitewashed lanes. Tucked beneath the battlements, Castro bar has a magical terrace that seems to float above the archipelago.
The nearest beach is Livadi, a sort-of-resort surrounded by citrus orchards. The rest of the island is stark and wild. Treacherous tracks hurtle down to shingle bays such as Vatses, with a rocking beach bar, and Kaminakia, where Linda's farm-to-table taverna serves the best roast goat in the Dodecanese. If you really want to be alone, rent a motorboat from Maltezana, an old-time fishing village, and putter to Koutsomiti and Kounoupes, tiny islands connected by a double-sided beach. At Vathy, a lagoon where erotic graffiti was etched into the rocks 2,500 years ago, the only taverna is called Galini (Peace)—which sums up Astypalea perfectly.
Where to stay in Astypalea:
Saluti da Stampalia Suites, with seven subdued but very stylish sea-view rooms, has upped the ante on an island where most accommodation is uninspired.
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25. Skiathos
Best for: Flopping onto a sandy beach with a good book
Skiathos may be the smallest of the Sporades islands, which counts among its number sleepy Alonissos and the pretty Mamma Mia! location of Skopelos, but it’s by far the most popular, especially with families, who come for the baby powder-soft sandy beaches and laid-back vibe. The island has some of the finest beaches in Greece, with the tree-lined, turquoise-watered Koukounaries in the south the most celebrated and the busiest (forget about getting a sun lounger here in peak season). Those in the north of the island, which can only be accessed by a steep, winding drive through pine groves, are more rugged and windswept but no less idyllic—emerging onto Elia beach on the west coast, with its crystal-clear sea and rickety wooden taverna, is like stepping into a little slice of paradise.
As dusk falls the town starts to liven up, with most of the action centered around Papadiamantis Street, the main shopping drag. Stroll down it on the way to dinner and browse smart boutiques selling handcrafted jewelry and knick-knacks, or pick up local delicacies from the upmarket Ergon deli (reopens in May), which also has outposts in Athens, Thessaloniki, and Mayfair. The buzziest restaurants are clustered around the harbor, with Bourtzi, perched atop a tiny rocky island, the best spot for sundowner cocktails, and The Windmill a favorite for elegant suppers. For the most charming setting, head to Sklithri and book one of the taverna’s tables right on the beach. Order an ice-cold Mythos beer, baked feta, and a platter of perfectly-chargrilled and out-of-this-world delicious vegetables then watch the sunset over the Aegean, with your toes in the sand.
Where to stay in Skiathos:
- For a hotel stay: Elivi Skiathos
- For a private stay: Villa Azalea
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26. Aegina
Best for: Low-key authenticity all year round
Unusually for Greece, Aegina is truly an island for all seasons. Only about an hour’s ferry ride from Piraeus, the unpretentious port (briefly the first capital of modern Greece) has a lived-in charm. Athenian weekenders come for the excellent seaside ouzeris; Skotadis on the harborfront is the standout. Classicists come to explore the portside antiquities of Kolona, the hilltop temple of Aphaia (allegedly the template for the Parthenon), and the ghostly Byzantine chapels at Paleochora. Canny ex-pats have snapped up properties in Pachia Rachi, a stone village with sensational views across the straits to the Peloponnese. The Dumas family, heirs to the Hermès fortune, have been discreetly spending their summers here for decades. With its soft light and gentle landscapes, Aegina has always been a muse for Greek artists and writers, including the prolific painter Nikos Nikolaou, whose former home and atelier is now an enchanting guesthouse and museum (open on Saturdays by appointment). Thanks to a tight-knit community of locals, Athenian escapees, and cosmopolitan emigrés, there’s always something interesting afoot: live music at Proka bar or Il Posto, a cozy Italian restaurant in Kypseli village, an exhibition in the 17th-century Markellos Tower, or a travel writing and ceramics retreat at Oikia Karapanou, one of many stately homes in various states of ruin and repair that dot this incredibly diverse island. The only thing Aegina doesn’t have is great beaches—perhaps that’s what has spared this accessible island from over-development. This is an island that doesn’t depend on foreign tourists and is all the better for it.
Where to stay on Aegina:
- For a hotel stay: Nikolaou Residence
- For something unique: this bohemian artist's house
- For a group: Villa Calypso (sleeps 11)
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27. Kastellorizo
Best for: Castaway dreams and swimming through caves
Michael Anastassiades, Lynda Benglis, Savvas Laz, Silvia and Nicoletta Fiorucci… the number of artists, designers, and their patrons who summer on tiny Kastellorizo is remarkable. Covering less than five square miles with fewer than 500 inhabitants, this sun-blistered fleck lies just over one nautical mile from Turkey’s Anatolian coast. You can sail across to the town of Kaş for kofte and a trawl through the flea market and be back in time for a sundowner at Faros, a day-to-night hangout in the old lighthouse beside the mosque. A confluence of Levantine influences draws a culturally curious crowd to this remote Aegean outpost. Once a thriving maritime economy, Kastellorizo was bombed during World War II and then virtually abandoned. Gradually, the handsome sponge and spice merchants’ houses in vibrant shades of turquoise and terracotta are being revived as artists’ residences (such as Fiorucci’s 4Rooms), or enchanting guesthouses like Mediterraneo. You can dive straight from Mediterraneo’s sundeck into the port, where sea turtles bob alongside colorful fishing boats. There’s not much action beyond the waterfront strip known as the kordoni, or shoelace: a little snorkeling, cave swimming, or boat-watching, a ramble along goat tracks, a slow supper of stuffed onions under the fairy-lit plane trees at Ta Platania, or perhaps some yoga in the wild on the even tinier islet of Ro. This is a pure and simple Greece.
Where to stay on Kastellorizo:
- For a boutique stay: Casa Mediterraneo
- For romance: Mediterraneo
- For groups: The Admiral’s House
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28. Antiparos
Best for: Relaxed cool
This tiny island packs a surprisingly hip scene into its low-slung hills and shallow coves. Most of the action centers around the dinky port, where life drifts by in the waterfront cafés and the lively strip that leads to the square. Every season, more upmarket restaurants (Yam, Lollo’s) and boutiques (More than This, Zali) spring up alongside classic dive bars like Doors and Lucky Luke. At dusk, all roads predictably lead to Sunset bar for a spritz; after hours, everyone stumbles to cult disco La Luna, where both the decor and music are stuck in the '70s and '80s.
By day, the scene is way more mellow: brunch at Margarita’s in town or Time Marine on Psaralyki, one of a string of shallow, narrow beaches along the southern coastline. Beyond the modest, boxy houses of the harbor town are dozens of sensational villas designed by in-demand architects. The fanciest properties are scattered around Soros and Agios Georgios bays, where you’ll also find two of the island’s best tavernas, Peramataki and Captain Pipinos. The latter is a short boat or kayak ride from Despotiko island, where goats roam around the semi-excavated sanctuary of Apollo. The beauty of Antiparos is that nothing is more than ten minutes away, and after a couple of days, you’ll feel like a regular, bumping into the same good-looking faces wherever you go. If you get cabin fever, you can hop on the seven-minute ferry to Paros for kite surfing, windsurfing, fine dining, or village hopping.
Where to stay in Antiparos:
- For a hotel stay: The Rooster
- For a private stay: Antiparos Escape Villas and Oliaros
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29. Leros
Best for: Distinctive architecture and good vibes
Long overlooked because of its checkered history—this Dodecanese Island was an Italian naval base from 1912–1943, and later became the site of a notorious insane asylum—Leros is all the better for flying under the radar. The vast natural harbor of Lakki (an excellent marina for sailboats) still bears the surreal hallmarks of Fascist rationalism, an Art Deco mirage that’s like a faded version of Miami on the Med. The colorful neoclassical houses of Agia Marina and Platanos have a more lived-in feel, peppered with appealing patisseries, antique shops, and B&Bs. Italian cognoscenti and Turkish yachties have discovered Leros for one very good reason: Mylos by the Sea, arguably the best seafood restaurant in Greece, with a hopelessly romantic setting overlooking a windmill jutting out to sea. Sunset watchers converge on Harris Bar, another windmill poised between the medieval castle of Panagia and Panteli’s pebbly beach. Most beaches on Leros may be small and scrappy, but the water is luminous and there are just enough low-key beach bars like Zephyros and Lime. Since restaurants cater mainly to Greeks, the food scene is authentic and affordable: Thea Artemis taverna on gentle Blefouti Bay, Lychnari in Lakki, and the cult souvlaki joint Yparxo in Platanos are local favorites. Although there’s a tiny domestic airport, there are no international flights or big, branded resorts on Leros. Instead, there are family-run guesthouses brimming with character, where you feel more like a friend than a room number.
Where to stay on Leros:
- For glamour: Villa Clara
- For (vegan) romance: Archondiko Angelou
- For a private stay: Lakki Old Farmhouse
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30. Spetses
Best for: Family holidays with the smart society set
If it weren’t for Sotirios Anargyros, Spetses might be as barren as its more bohemian neighbor, Hydra. In the early 20th century, after making a killing in tobacco, Anargyros bought up huge swathes of the island and planted thousands of pine trees. Anargyos also founded the famous boarding school (whose grounds are a lovely spot for an evening stroll) that inspired a certain English teacher to write The Magus, and built the Poseidonion, a grand harbor-front hotel that has been gloriously restored (there’s no finer place for an aperitivo). From the heirloom-filled mansions built on shipping fortunes to the horse-drawn carriages and tasteful yachts, the whole place reeks of old money. But there’s plenty of new-fangled fun too: late-night bars (Bikini or retro-cool Bar Spetsa), two open-air cinemas, stylish boutiques (The Closet, whose resident cats are an attraction), and expensive restaurants (Patralis and Tarsanas vie for the best fish soup). In the summer, Spetses is a sociable place to see and be seen. But it’s also lovely off-season when you can hike the gentle green hills or cycle the coastal road that circles the island (there’s even a Tweed Run in October). Compact, well-kept, and easily accessible from Athens (2-3 hours by catamaran), Spetses is a people-pleaser for all ages and seasons.
Where to stay in Spetses:
- For glamour: Poseidonion Grand Hotel
- For families: Orloff Resort
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31. Kalymnos
Best for: Unassuming villages and world-class climbing
For years, Kalymnos was unmoved by—if not outright hostile to—the arrival of mass tourism in Greece. The island lies too far from the mainland for the casual tourist to reach: the ferry was infrequent, the journey too long, and the mountainous terrain a deterrent to building an airstrip. In the meantime, flat and eager Kos became a tourist spot. Kalymnos remain undiscovered, and you are still likely to arrive by ferry via its noisier neighbor. In 1996, so the legend goes, the sheer limestone cliffs of Kalymnos caught the eye of an Italian tourist who also happened to be a rock climber. He returned the following year to pen the first routes, putting Kaymnos on the rock climbing map. Today there are more than 4,000 routes of various levels of difficulty on offer, making the island one of the best destinations for the sport in the world. Beyond the climbing, much of the island remains untouched by time, dotted with charming villages, little harbors, calm crystalline swimming, and stalls selling hot apple loukoumades. —Panos Karnezis
Where to stay in Kalymnos:
- For a hotel stay: Kantouni Beach Boutique Hotel
- For a villa stay: Five Star Greece
- For a cabin stay: Pirates of Kalymnos
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32. Keá
Best for: An easygoing escape
Despite its proximity to Athens—just one hour from Lavrio Port—Cycladic island Keá, also known as Tzia, has long flown under the international tourism radar. While some Athenians have marked it as their island of choice for a summer getaway, its beaches, many of them postcard-perfect, still skew towards the wild side. What they lack in drop-and-flop facilities, though, is more than made up for in seclusion and privacy; Orkos in the northeast is one of the most secluded, while blue-flag Koundouros in the southwest is popular with the yachting crowd and offers sunbeds and umbrellas alongside a number of cafés. With four significant shipwrecks off its sandy shores, it’s also a unique spot for keen divers.
This is an island dotted with noteworthy archaeological sites. Though little remains of it, Karthaia, one of Keá’s four ancient cities, is widely considered the most important—only accessible by foot, keen hikers might enjoy the hour’s walk from Stavroudaki. An easier site to reach—just a 15-minute walk from the island’s capital, Ioulida—is the Lion of Keá, a Sphinx-like representation of a lion carved into stone, while the Archeological Museum of Keá houses pottery, inscriptions, and figurines dating back to the Neolithic period and showcasing Keá’s vast history.
With the arrival of a global hotel brand like One&Only, a fast flurry of new restaurants and bars often follows, but (so far) things seem different in Keá. Of course, the hotel brings fresh options—Mediterranean dishes with a seafood slant at Atria, and contemporary cocktails at Kosmos (book in advance)—but traditional tavernas still reign supreme across the rest of the island: Aristos, O Paparounas, and Piatsa are among the favorites.
Where to stay in Keá:
- For all-out luxury: One&Only Keá Island
- For a taste of the traditional: Kea Mare Luxury Villas
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33. Kos
Best for: Tradition with a twist
Kos comes with a multitude of stereotypes, having taken center stage as the getaway of choice for the 18-30 holiday crowd for many years. But things are changing on this somewhat underrated Dodecanese island. A new breed of design-focused, quiet-luxury boutique hotels is emerging—look to Lango Design Hotel & Spa or Sagredo Boutique Hotel & Spa, both of which opened in 2024.
Located just two-and-a-half miles from the Turkish coastline, set sail from the main port and within a matter of minutes you’ll have escaped the party boats, views instead replaced with Turkey’s mountains on one side, the small Greek island on the other. Back on dry land, archaeological sites abound. Steps from the port are the Altar of Dionysus, the Roman Odeon, Casa Romana, and the Tree of Hippocrates, under which Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician who was born on the island, is said to have taught his students. Slightly inland, there’s the 4th-century BC Asclepieion of Kos, where he established his medical school.
See the sights by bike—the (mostly) flat topography of Kos means it has been a cycling island for centuries. If you’re all historied out, pedal towards the flamingo-filled waters of Tigaki's salt lake (autumn and spring are the best times to spot the graceful birds), the wetlands at Psalidi, or to traditional villages for a taverna dinner.
All of this, and we haven’t even mentioned the plentiful beaches, many of which get somewhat crowded during peak season. Black-sand Therma Beach with hot springs (the clue’s in the name) is the spot to visit for natural healing, but for the most peaceful experience, opt for a hotel with private beach access. Adult-only Oku Kos, which opened in 2020, is a true get-away-from-it-all haven.
Where to stay in Kos:
- For an adult-only retreat: Oku Kos, Lango Design Hotel & Spa, or KOIA All - Suite Wellbeing Resort
- For a stylish stay with children: E-GEO Easy Living Resort or Mitsis Selection Blue Domes
- For holistic wellness: Sagredo Boutique Hotel & Spa
- For a taste of the traditional: Melanopetra Boutique Apartments
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34. Kythnos
Best for: Holidaying like a local
Summer crowds in Kythnos are rare and—if seen at all—consist of mainly Greek visitors congregating in the island's capital, Mesaria. Perhaps surprisingly so (Kythnos is one of the closest Cycladic islands to Athens), but perhaps not—this is an island that welcomes but doesn't rely on tourists, instead generating income from agriculture and fishing.
With more than 60 miles of coastline—and a similar number of beaches dotted along them—sun, sea, and sand are some of the highlights of any visit to Kythnos. The most well-known beach is Kolonos: connecting mainland Kythnos with Agios Loukas islet, this narrow, sandy strip is flanked by the sea on both sides, its unique terrain a popular pull for (non-local) beachgoers. In the north, Loutra—which means “baths”—is the spot to visit for a therapeutic dip in hot springs, while close to the port, popular beaches include Apokrousi and Martinakia (Hamsa beach bar at Martinakia is a good spot to sink into a lounger for a day). Head to Simoussi in the southeast or Stifos in the southwest to soak up the sun in solitude.
The best bet for restaurant reservations is inland: Da Massimo Sunset Restaurant in the charming village of Dryopida is a good choice or head to Mesaria (Hora) and wander the quaint streets before taking a table at Margiora for an evening of stylized Greek dishes with a twist and creative cocktails housed in a restored 1800s mansion.
Where to stay in Kythnos:
- For barefoot luxury: Yfēs Kythnos
- For a group: Simousi Villas
- For Families: One of the two-bedroom suites at Amal Kythnos
This gallery was originally published on Condé Nast Traveller UK. It has been updated with new information since its original publish date.