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Updated: August 17, 2026 • By Santorini Dave
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The idyllic setting of Agia Anna Beach in Naxos. Great sand and swimming, a string of wonderful restaurants, and the fantastic Iria Beach Art Hotel (one of my favorite beach hotels in the Greek islands) all within a few hundred meters.
Naxos is one of my favorite Greek islands for hotels because you can stay on a great sandy beach without giving up good restaurants, traditional villages, hiking, or an interesting main town. It’s also better value than Santorini and Mykonos, though the best beach hotels and family rooms fill early for June through September.
For most first-time visitors, I recommend Naxos Town or Agios Georgios Beach. Agios Georgios gives you the best combination of sandy beach and walking access to Chora. For a more beach-focused stay, choose Agios Prokopios or Agia Anna; Plaka has the island’s longest and most beautiful resort beach but is quieter and more spread out. Stelida and the inland villages have some of Naxos’s most interesting boutique hotels, but a rental car makes those locations much easier. See my Where To Stay in Naxos guide for the full breakdown.
Naxos Hotels – My Advice
- Best Hotel Overall: Nissaki Beach Hotel. The best combination of good beach, pool, restaurant, and easy walking access to Naxos Town.
- Best Luxury Beach Hotel: Ammothines Cycladic Suites. My favorite polished resort-style stay on Plaka Beach.
- Best Boutique Hotel: Kavos Boutique Hotel. Officially three-star, but better than that rating suggests, with excellent service, food, views, and villas.
- Best Hotel for Couples: Naxian on the Beach. A small couples-focused hotel directly on Plaka Beach.
- Best Hotel for Families: Nissaki. Beach, pool, family suites, restaurants, and Naxos Town all without needing a car.
- Best Hotel in Naxos Town: Nissaki. For a more traditional town hotel with superb service and value, I also love Hotel Grotta.
- Best Hotel at Agios Prokopios: Virtu Suites. Upscale and right beside one of the best swimming beaches on Naxos.
- Best Hotel at Agia Anna: Iria Beach Art Hotel. One of my favorite beach hotels anywhere in Greece.
- Best Hotel at Plaka Beach: Ammothines. For couples who want to be directly on the sand, I prefer Naxian on the Beach.
- Best Inland Hotel: ELaiolithos. Stay here for food, hiking, villages, mountain views, and a completely different side of Naxos, not for a conventional beach vacation.
- Best Value Hotels: Saint Vlassis • Kalergis Studios
- Best Resort Pool Near Naxos Town: Naxos Resort. Particularly good for families who want a large resort-style pool but still want to walk to town.
- Best Hotels Near the Ferry Port: Grotta • Emery • Anapollo. All are walkable, but with heavy luggage I would still arrange a transfer or taxi. Short distances in the Old Town can involve steps, hills, and confusing lanes.
- Where I would stay without a car: Naxos Town, Agios Georgios, Agios Prokopios, or Agia Anna. The farther south you go along Plaka, the more useful a car becomes. For Stelida and inland hotels, I strongly recommend one.
- One luxury hotel I hesitate to recommend: Laguna Coast is a beautiful new property, but I don’t love the location. It’s difficult to walk anywhere useful from the hotel, so you are committing to a car or taxis for beaches, restaurants, and Naxos Town. For most travelers paying this much, I prefer a luxury hotel with a better location.
The 29 Best Hotels in Naxos
1. Nissaki Beach Hotel: Agios Georgios Beach/Naxos Town
My favorite Naxos hotel for most travelers. Nissaki gives you something few hotels on the island can match: a real sandy beach, a good pool, an excellent seaside restaurant, and an easy walk into Naxos Town. Rooms are spacious and all include private terraces; the Two Unit Suites are best for families. If you want one hotel that lets you enjoy both Chora and the beach without renting a car, this is the easiest recommendation.2. Kavos Boutique Hotel: Stelida
Wonderful boutique hotel with a quiet setting, beautiful sea views, and one of the best restaurants on Naxos. The spacious suites and villas sleep up to seven guests and include kitchenettes and private terraces. There’s a lovely infinity pool, and Agios Prokopios Beach is about a ten-minute walk downhill. The location is peaceful but somewhat isolated, so I recommend having a car.3. Ammothines Cycladic Suites: Plaka Beach
My favorite upscale resort on Plaka Beach. Ammothines has minimalist suites and maisonettes, a beachfront infinity pool, an excellent restaurant and bar, and easy access to one of the longest sandy beaches in Greece. Larger accommodations work well for families and groups. Choose it when the beach is the priority; choose Nissaki instead if walking into Naxos Town every evening matters.4. Iria Beach Art Hotel: Agia Anna Beach
I love this hotel. The location is the reason to book it: directly on Agia Anna Beach with great swimming, beachfront tavernas, and plenty of restaurants within an easy walk. Rooms and suites have private terraces and accommodate up to four guests; two rooms are wheelchair accessible. The restaurant uses produce grown on the owner’s nearby farm. Agios Prokopios is about an eight-minute walk north and Plaka about ten minutes south.5. Ayiopetra Exclusive Getaways: Sangri
One of my favorite romantic hotels on Naxos. This tiny adults-only property has just five suites, a pool, beautiful countryside views, and an unusually personal feel. Every suite has a private veranda, kitchenette, and living room, and breakfast is made with Naxian products. Stay here for quiet, privacy, and exploring the interior of the island. A rental car is essential.6. 18 Grapes Hotel: Agios Prokopios
Stylish five-star boutique hotel with a large pool, rooftop jetted pool, spa, restaurant, and sunset views. All rooms and suites have private terraces, most have sea views, and several add private outdoor pools or jacuzzis. The biggest advantage is location: about a five-minute walk from Agios Prokopios Beach and its restaurants, shops, and bus service to Naxos Town.7. Akre Hotel: Stelida
Beautiful, quiet luxury suites with superb sunset views toward Paros and access to a small private beach cove. Some suites have private hot tubs, while the shared pool has bar service and an excellent restaurant overlooking it. This is a good couples hotel for travelers who value privacy over convenience. Agios Prokopios is a 20- to 25-minute walk and Naxos Town about 15 minutes by car, so I recommend renting one.8. Naxian on the Beach: Plaka Beach
My favorite Plaka Beach hotel for couples. This small, couples-focused property sits directly on the sand and is much more intimate than a conventional resort. Book it if you want a stylish room, beach immediately outside, and lazy days centered around Plaka rather than sightseeing and frequent trips into Chora. For families or travelers who want a large pool and more resort facilities, I prefer Ammothines.9. Sundunes Hotel: Plaka Beach
Polished luxury hotel directly on Plaka Beach with a large pool and a mix of suites and villas, including private-pool options. It is one of the island’s best newer beach stays and works especially well for travelers who want to spend most of the day at the hotel or on the sand. The tradeoff is Plaka’s distance from Chora: if you plan to eat and shop in Naxos Town every night, taxis add up quickly.
10. ELaiolithos Luxury Villa Suites: Moni
One of my favorite hotels on Naxos, but a specialist choice rather than the best hotel for everyone. This adults-only mountain hideaway has a heated pool, outdoor fitness area, excellent food focused on local ingredients, and spacious suites with kitchens and large terraces. Cooking classes, tastings, and customized outings are available. The hotel overlooks Panagia Drosiani, one of the oldest Byzantine churches in Greece, and sits amid some of the island’s best villages and hiking country. Stay here to experience inland Naxos; the beach is a 30-minute drive away.
11. Virtu Suites: Agios Prokopios
One of the best luxury choices at Agios Prokopios. The location is the big advantage: stay here for immediate access to one of Naxos’s best swimming beaches while still having restaurants, shops, and bus service nearby. It is a better choice than a remote luxury property if you want a beach holiday without renting a car.12. Liana Beach Hotel & Spa: Agios Prokopios
Good upscale beach hotel at Agios Prokopios with a pool, spa, restaurant, and easy access to the sand. It works particularly well for families who want more facilities than a small boutique hotel but don’t want the isolation of a Stelida or far-south Plaka resort. Restaurants, shops, and the bus into Naxos Town are close by.13. Hotel Grotta: Naxos Town
One of my favorite hotels on Naxos and an excellent value. Grotta has wonderful service, sea and Portara views, a small spa with an indoor hydromassage pool, and one of the best hotel breakfasts on the island. The ferry port, bus station, Old Town, restaurants, and bars are all an easy walk. Grotta Beach itself is rocky, so choose Nissaki if swimming from a sandy beach is important. Free arrival and departure transfers are a nice bonus (though it’s a short easy walk too).14. Anapollo Boutique Hotel: Agios Georgios Beach/Naxos Town
Excellent adults-only boutique hotel for travelers who want town convenience without staying in the busiest lanes. Rooms and suites are contemporary and comfortable, all with balconies. There is a small pool, lobby bar, and a very good breakfast buffet. Agios Georgios Beach, restaurants, Naxos Town, and the ferry port are all within walking distance.15. Naxian Secret: Agios Georgios Beach
Small, family-owned, all-suite hotel with an infinity pool and just eight suites. All have king beds, kitchenettes, good bathrooms, and balconies; some add outdoor jacuzzis. Breakfast is delivered directly to the suite each morning. The location is quiet but practical, about ten minutes on foot to Agios Georgios Beach and 15 minutes to Naxos Town.16. Villa Marandi Luxury Suites: Stelida
Small beachfront all-suite hotel in Stelida and a good choice for travelers who want a quiet boutique stay close to Naxos Town without being in Chora itself. I like it most for couples and relaxed family stays where the hotel and sea matter more than walking to restaurants every night. A car gives you much more freedom here.17. Emery Hotel: Naxos Town
One of my favorite small hotels in central Naxos Town. Stylish rooms and apartments have kitchenettes, and some add indoor or outdoor jacuzzis. Service is especially personal, and the made-to-order breakfast is excellent. The location just outside the busiest Old Town lanes is very convenient: Naxos Castle is around the corner and the ferry port about a ten-minute walk.18. Melidron Hotel & Suites: Agios Prokopios
Family-friendly boutique hotel with a pool, attached kids’ pool, comfortable rooms, and one of the better locations for a car-free beach stay. The largest two-bedroom Family Suite sleeps four. There is also an accessible room with a roll-in shower and ramp access; contact the hotel directly to book it. Agios Prokopios Beach, restaurants, shops, and the bus stop for Naxos Town are about five minutes away on foot.19. Cosmos Hotel: Plaka Beach
Excellent Plaka choice for larger families and groups. Suites, two-bedroom apartments, and large villas all have kitchens or kitchenettes and private outdoor space; the biggest villa sleeps up to ten. The freeform pool includes a kids’ section, and Plaka Beach is a short walk away. Several restaurants and beach clubs are nearby, but I would rent a car if you plan to explore much beyond the beach.20. Naxos Resort: Agios Georgios Beach/Naxos Town
Best choice near Naxos Town if a large resort pool matters. Naxos Resort now incorporates the former Galaxy Hotel, so travelers who stayed at Galaxy in the past will find it operating as part of the larger property. Rooms are comfortable rather than boutique-luxury, but families get a big pool, restaurant, spa, breakfast, and Agios Georgios Beach a minute or two away. Naxos Town is about a ten-minute walk.21. Legato Spa Suites: Naxos Town
Four unusually well-equipped spa suites in Naxos Town. Every suite has its own hot tub, hammam, sauna, massage chair, aromatherapy setup, and kitchenette. The top-floor two-bedroom suite adds a large balcony, and all guests have access to the rooftop terrace. This is best for couples who care more about the room than hotel facilities. The Old Town is about a 5-minute walk and Agios Georgios Beach about eight minutes.22. Naxos Island Escape Suites: Plaka Beach
Romantic boutique hotel with sea-view suites less than 200 meters from Plaka Beach. All suites have private terraces and Honeymoon Suites add indoor jacuzzis. Breakfast and room service use produce from the hotel’s garden, and the mother-and-son owners provide warm, personal service. A good choice for couples who want quiet Plaka rather than a full-service resort.23. Athina Studios and Suites: Plaka Beach
Family-friendly seafront hotel with a garden pool, pool bar, jacuzzi, and beach club. Studios, suites, and apartments have private balconies or terraces, and most include kitchenettes. Larger two-bedroom units sleep up to five. Plaka Beach is directly outside and there are several places to eat nearby. Naxos Town is about a 15-minute drive.24. The Saint Vlassis: Agios Georgios
One of the best-value boutique hotels on Naxos. Rooms have unusually upscale touches for the price, while several suites add indoor or outdoor jacuzzis. Breakfast and room service are excellent. The location is inland from the beach rather than directly on it, but Agios Georgios is about a ten-minute walk and Naxos Town around 15 minutes.25. Archon Seaside Retreat: Plaka Beach
A good self-catering choice at the quiet southern end of Plaka. Rooms, studios, and one- and two-bedroom houses sit directly across from the sand and all have sea views. Houses and studios have full kitchens, and there is a shared pool surrounded by gardens. There is no restaurant or breakfast, and this end of Plaka is isolated enough that I strongly recommend a car.26. Korali Boutique Hotel: Agios Georgios Beach/Naxos Town
Small, comfortable hotel in an excellent location close to both Agios Georgios Beach and Naxos Town. Rooms are spacious, all have Cocomat mattresses, and some include kitchenettes. The top-floor apartment sleeps four and has a sea-view roof terrace and jetted bath. A strong choice when location and value matter more than a pool or resort facilities.27. Argo Boutique Hotel: Agios Georgios Beach/Naxos Town
Well-equipped boutique hotel between Agios Georgios Beach and the center of Naxos Town. Rooms cover a wide range of budgets, with higher categories adding plunge pools or jacuzzis. Facilities include a pool, spa with hammam and sauna, rooftop bar, and breakfast. Choose Argo when you want more hotel amenities than the small guesthouses nearby but still want to walk everywhere.28. Kalergis Studios: Agios Georgios Beach/Naxos Town
One of my favorite affordable beachfront stays near Naxos Town. Studios sleep up to four and include kitchenettes; most have balconies or patios. The hotel sits at the north end of Agios Georgios Beach, just a couple of minutes from town. Guests receive discounted rates at the attached Vammos beach club. This is about location and value, not luxury.29. Finikas Beach Hotel: Pyrgaki Beach
My favorite remote beach resort on Naxos. Finikas sits on quiet Pyrgaki Beach near Alyko Cedar Forest and has a pool, playground, spa, restaurant, and sea-view rooms and suites. It works well for families and couples who want to stay far from the busier west-coast resorts. It is a poor choice if you expect to pop into Naxos Town every evening. A rental car is essential.Family Villas & Apartments in Naxos
The pool terrace (with kids’ pool) at Iliada Villas.
These are good choices for families who want more space and a kitchen or kitchenette.
- Iliada Villas: Agios Prokopios
Beautiful one-, two-, and four-bedroom apartments sleeping four to ten people, with full kitchens and washing machines. Nice pool and about a ten-minute walk to the beach.- Santa Katerina Apartments & Studios: Naxos Town
The Two-Bedroom Grand Suite sleeps a family of five; most other units sleep up to four. Not directly on the beach, but both Agios Georgios and central Naxos Town are an easy walk.- Sunday Studios: Agia Anna Beach
One- and two-bedroom apartments sleep up to four. Excellent location close to the beach, restaurants, and supermarket.- Blue Harmony Apartments: Plaka Beach
The quiet two-bedroom Family Apartment sleeps up to five. Close to beautiful Plaka Beach and a short walk to the bus stop for Naxos Town, but the location will feel too isolated for travelers who want lots of restaurants and activity outside the door.FAQ on Hotels in Naxos
What is the best hotel in Naxos?
Nissaki Beach Hotel is my favorite hotel in Naxos for most travelers. It sits directly on Agios Georgios Beach but is still an easy walk into Naxos Town, giving you the island’s best combination of beach, restaurants, sightseeing, nightlife, and convenience without needing a car. Kavos is my favorite boutique hotel, Ammothines is my favorite luxury Plaka Beach resort, and Iria Beach Art is my favorite hotel at Agia Anna.
What is the best luxury hotel in Naxos?
For a luxury beach holiday, I would choose Ammothines Cycladic Suites on Plaka Beach. Nissaki is better if you want to combine the beach with Naxos Town, while Kavos is the better boutique choice if you don’t mind staying in quieter Stelida. For couples who want to spend most of the trip directly on the sand, Naxian on the Beach is one of my favorites.
Where should I stay on Naxos?
Naxos Town and Agios Georgios are the best all-around bases for most first-time visitors. Stay here for the ferry port, restaurants, shops, nightlife, buses, and a beach within walking distance. Choose Agios Prokopios or Agia Anna for better swimming and a more traditional beach holiday. Plaka is quieter, longer, and more spread out. Stelida and the inland villages have excellent boutique hotels but are much easier with a rental car.
Do I need a car on Naxos?
Not if you stay in Naxos Town, Agios Georgios, Agios Prokopios, or Agia Anna. All four have restaurants within walking distance and useful bus connections. A car becomes much more valuable in Stelida, the southern half of Plaka, Pyrgaki, and the inland villages.
Even if you stay in town or at one of the main beaches, I recommend renting a car for a day or two if you want to explore Halki, Filoti, Apeiranthos, remote beaches, archaeological sites, or hiking trails.
When should I book hotels in Naxos?
For July and August, book the best hotels and family rooms six months ahead when possible. Beachfront rooms, villas, and larger family suites are the first to disappear.
For June and September, I would book three or four months ahead for the most popular hotels. These are my favorite months for most visitors: beach weather is excellent, the island is lively, and availability and prices are better than at the July-August peak. Late May and early October offer more flexibility, though some seasonal beach businesses are not yet open or have begun closing.
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What do you think about the old Galaxy resort, I believe it has changed names?
We stayed there a few years ago – is it the still the same quality?
Yes. The old Galaxy Hotel has changed quite a bit. It was purchased by Attica Group (the company that owns Blue Star Ferries), and it has now been combined with the neighboring Naxos Resort into a single property operating as Naxos Resort. The former Galaxy buildings are still there, but they’re managed as one resort. The rooms have also been renovated over the past several years.
If you enjoyed Galaxy before, I think you’ll still like it. The biggest strengths haven’t changed:
• Excellent location just steps from Agios Georgios Beach.
• Easy 5-minute walk into Naxos Town, so you don’t need a car.
• Good-sized rooms, attractive gardens, and a great pool.
• One of the better breakfasts (though this can change with little notice, so read recent reviews).
I wouldn’t call it a luxury hotel, but it’s a very dependable upper mid-range choice. If I were choosing between it and most similarly priced hotels around Agios Georgios, it would still be near the top of my list. The one thing I’d pay extra for is a pool-view or sea-view room. The standard garden rooms are perfectly fine, but the upgraded views make the stay feel much more special. So yes, I’d still recommend it. If your previous stay was a good one, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed returning.
Hi Dave,
What an informative website! My family is staying on Naxos for 3 nights at Athina on Plaka. In doing a Google search, it’s showing as a 2-star hotel. What do you make of that? Also, how easy is it to get between Plaka and Naxos Town using the bus?
Thanks!
Don’t be overly concerned by the official 2-star rating you see for Athina Hotel on Plaka; Greek star ratings are based on specific facility checklists and don’t capture the quality of service, charm, or guest satisfaction. The Athina has a fantastic location right on beautiful Plaka beach, a lovely pool, good cleanliness, and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a good choice for families. Getting between Plaka Beach and Naxos Town (Chora) by bus is easy and convenient, particularly during summer. The public KTEL buses run frequently along that main beach route (often every 30 minutes in peak season), and are reliable, air-conditioned, and reach the main town at the port in about 20-30 minutes, with bus stops dotted along Plaka beach road.
Hi, amazing site! Any thoughts on Zas Studios or Venetiko Apartments in Naxos Town for a budget option for 3 nights end of May? Thanks!
Both are good budget places with good locations. Venetiko is in the old town, surrounded by narrow lanes and small shops. Zas is near the beach (much better for parking a rental car if you have one) and about a 10-minute walk to the Old Town.
HI Dave,
Domus Castrum in Old Town vs Boutique Hotel Glaros Naxos? What do you think?
We are 3 adults in mid 50s, not necessary beach is a big thing. However, we’d like to have nice place and if Glaros a much better option, we will go with it. Domus Castrum is cheaper, but we really do not mind to pay more if Glaros will give us much better experience and more recommended.
Thanks
To me these are very different. Domus Castrum is a two-bedroom apartment with full kitchen. It is not part of a hotel. Glaros is a boutique hotel with a restaurant and small indoor pool. For your group, it has triple rooms with 3 twin beds. Domus Castrum is more central.
Dave
What can you tell us about Santana Beach Suites?
Thank you very much.
Scott
I love this location in Agia Anna beach. Steps from the sand and swimming. The hotel bar/restaurant is the Santana Beach Club – my favorite beach club in Naxos.
For a stay in Naxos in July, what hotels would you recommend for a 1 or 2 week stay? Looking for something nice and on or near a beach and good restaurants. Usually stay 5 star but for a longer stay could go cheaper. Have read some ok reviews about Medusa Beach Resort, Santana Beach, Boutique Hotel Glaros, Kavos Hotel, Naxian Utiopia and Naxian on the Beach. What do you suggest?
Of your shortlist, Medusa Resort, Kavos Hotel, Naxian Utopia, and Naxian on the Beach are what I’d recommend. Both Medusa and Naxian on the Beach are beachfront properties on Plaka, the best beach on the island, and both have excellent restaurants and bars onsite. Naxian on the Beach sits more toward the center of the beach with plenty of restaurants within a 5 to 15-minute walk of the hotel. Medusa sits farther south on Plaka with fewer restaurants within walking distance.
Kavos and Naxian Utopia are both in Stelida, about a 15-minute walk from the Agios Prokopios Beach and most restaurants (though they both have restaurants onsite – Stelida Restaurant at Kavos is especially good). Though both they are farther from the restaurants and beaches than Medusa or Naxian on the Beach, both Kavos and Naxian Utopia have more luxurious, better-equipped villas/apartments for longer stays with full kitchens that allow you to cook meals, rather than rely on dining out daily
Hey Dave! I got here great tips for Crete and Santorini. Now we plan to visit Naxos. Do you recommend Ippokampos Beachfront? We are a young couple with 18 months old baby. Thanks!
Yes, it’s quite nice and good value. Steps from the beach and a 5-minute walk to shops and restaurants, 15-minute walk to the ferry port.
Nissaki or Antony Suites or Grotta?
Hi Dave. Your site has been a godsend and is REALLY helping with all my research. We’re a mid-30s couple traveling for our anniversary in late August spending 2 nights in Naxos. I am trying to decide between Antony Suites and Nissaki, as Anthony Suites seems more romantic/relaxing (adults only) but I know Nissaki is right on the beach. Is Antony close enough that it’s not too much of a hassle to go to/from the beach throughout the day? Is Nissaki (and St. George) a suitable choice for a couple looking for romance/relaxation, or is it more of a family and/or party vibe?
Also, I recently saw a great deal at Grotta, which seems to be highly regarded/recommended hotel. How do you view Grotta in comparison to Nissaki or Anthony?
Thanks in advance for any thoughts you might offer!
All three are wonderful hotels in their own ways, but if you’re looking for easy beach access, I’d recommend Antony or Nissaki. Grotta is fantastic, but the beach it’s on is all rocks and not easily swimmable; the nearest swimmable beach is a 20-minute walk away (though the bus station is an easy walk with direct buses to many of the best beaches on Naxos).
Between Antony and Nissaki, I would recommend Nissaki if you plan to take advantage of the onsite facilities, like the pool, bar, and restaurant. Nissaki is on St. George Beach, and they offer free sunbeds with umbrellas for their guests. However, the end of the beach where Nissaki’s sunbeds are adjacent to a public parking lot, and it has a few rocks (not a lot) and some general beach debris because it’s at the end of the cove.
Antony is great for more independent stays. There is a nice little spa, but there is no restaurant, though all suites have kitchenettes and guests may enjoy complimentary breakfast at nearby Finikas Café. Antony does not have a designated beach area for guests. They do offer free beach umbrellas, though, and the beach is less than a 2-minute walk away with plenty of room to spread out anywhere you like.
Hey, Dave thank you for the recommendations. I’m looking at your blog and was looking at The Saint Vlassis Penthouse. Its 4 of us (2 couples) and I see they have 2 available for a great price mid-May for 2 nights. We are only here for about 2.5 days and want to take full advantage of the island. How far from town would you say this property is walking. We usually like to stay in busy areas where shops, bars, and restaurants are easily accessible. Also, would you recommend any restaurants in town?
I’d say it’s about a 10 minute walk into Naxos Town from that hotel. About 20 minutes to get all the way to the port. Lots of great restaurants in Naxos Town (check out my article on best restaurants in Naxos).
Hi Dave,
I’ll be on Naxos with a few others in late March. We’d enjoy getting spa treatments, ideally at a place with a hot tub. Do you have suggestions for where to go?
Margy
I’m not sure what will be open in March but that will be the limiting factor. I would click through on the top hotels above and choose based on availability. Your choice will be very limited.
Hi Dave – Great site. Which would you recommend between Princess of Naxos, Astir of Naxos and Porto Naxos? We’d like a hotel near the beach and town with a nice pool for the kids
Thanks
These are all great hotels, but the pool is small and the rooms at Porto Naxos are not ideal for families; this is more of a couples’ hotel. Both Astir or Naxos and Princess of Naxos offer kid-friendly pools and 1-bedroom suites that comfortably sleep up to 4. Astir of Naxos offers more luxurious accommodations than Princess and is closer to town, while Princess of Naxos offers a more casual stay and is closer to the beach.
I love your site! We will be in Naxos in September for 4 nights. We would like to be right on the beach but also have a pool. We prefer not to eat all our meals at the hotel as we are foodies and love to try local restaurants. Would you recommend Medusa Resort or Nissaki?
Thanks for your help,
I think both of these hotels are wonderful; you really can’t go wrong. Nissaki definitely has the better pool with a built in jacuzzi, a great spot on family-friendly St. George Beach, and it’s only a short walk to the best restaurants in Naxos. The rooms are spacious and luxurious, though the style is a little out of date. Medusa’s rooms are not as large, but they’re more stylish; think contemporary Greek with a beachy vibe. The property edges right up to Plaka Beach, probably my favorite beach on the island. Located on the southern tip and surrounded by palm trees, it feels more secluded than it is. However, Plaka is a very, very long beach, so it’s a good 15 minute walk to reach any noteworthy restaurants.
Hi Dave,
We have 3 kids under 10. Want to be near the beach, 2 bedroom apartment and close to town. We booked Princess Naxos Hotel next August. From the map it seems to be located on the far edge of St George’s. Is it still a pretty easy walk into town?
Thanks
Pete
Without kids I find it’s a pleasant walk into town along a combination of beach, boardwalk, and small lanes. With kids it’s still completely fine but do expect a good 20 minute walk to the nearest collection of restaurants (e.g. around Nostimon Hellas) on the south side of Naxos Town; 25+ minutes to the center of town (along the harbor); and 30+ minutes to the ferry port (though I’m sure you’d be taking a bus or taxi for ferry connections). There is a bus stop very close to the hotel and pretty much all buses heading from Naxos Town to the southern beaches (the most popular bus route in Naxos) pass the hotel.
Hey Dave,
Spending 3 nights in Naxos during my honeymoon at the end of August. Wondering in your opinion what the best Naxos hotel for honeymooners is.
I’d recommend either the Nissaki Beach Hotel (luxury right on the beach) or Hotel Grotta (a little more charm and warmth, but not near the beach). Both hotels are in Naxos Town.
Hi Dave,
Fantastic site – thank you so much!
We are a family of four (kids 10 and 7) and will be in Naxos for about two weeks next June/July. What do you think of Ampelos Residence? Like the idea of being in an apartment with a kitchen (so we aren’t compelled to eat every single meal out), and want to be in a location where we can walk to both town and beach. We’ll have a rental car for some or all of the trip, to enable us to explore further afield.
Seems like quite a new place. If you don’t know much about it, any thoughts just on location would be great. Or any alternatives we should look at?
Many thanks!
I like the Ampelos in Naxos Town is nice. There are others with similar names that are not so great. Large family suites and a convenient location (bus to other beaches goes right by the hotel, good restaurants a short walk away). But it is located on a busy-ish town street away from the beach so I wouldn’t call it idyllic. But a fine choice, for sure.
Hi Dave – If we have 10 days for our trip, do you recommend:
1 night in Athens
3 nights in Santorini
2 nights in Naxos
2 nights in Paros- day trip to Antiparos
1 night in Athens
Also, what order do you recommend for the islands and should we fly or ferry? Should we add a night in Paros?
Thanks,
Ellen
I think this sounds like a great itinerary and choice of islands. Ferry from Athens to Paros to Naxos to Santorini then fly Santorini to Athens. Could also fly Athens to Santorini then ferry back to Athens through the other islands.
Hi Dave,
We love your site! Planning to be in Naxos for one night, arriving in the early morning, going to Plaka beach and staying at Nissaki Beach Hotel. We would like to get a good view of the sunset, have dinner and shop around in the shops in town. How would you recommend structuring our evening? Can you give any feedback on what time the shops close, what is the best time to eat dinner, can we catch the sunset from dinner anywhere and where you may recommend for an after dinner drink?
Thanks!
Lindsay
You’ve chosen the best beach and a fantastic hotel for your stay. I recommend getting into town in the afternoon to do your shopping, as the island doesn’t operate on the same late-night schedule as some of the other islands do (like Mykonos or Paros). Most of the shops in Naxos Town close around sundown, which varies depending on what time of year you are visiting. Restaurants tend to stay open late, because Greeks eat late, usually after 9:00 p.m. Many restaurants don’t even open until 8:00 p.m., though there are several in the Naxos Town marina that open earlier and offer views of the sunset while dining. Of these restaurants in the marina, Boulamatsis is the best, though there are other better restaurants without the view.
My favorite place to take in the sunset is at the Temple of Apollo. Known as the Portara, the temple ruins are located on a little “island” in the sea, connected to Naxos Town by a walkway. This is the quintessential Naxos sunset experience, postcard perfect. After the sunset, head to Doukato Restaurant; the food is superb and the setting is enchanting. For drinks, check out Like Home (casual with dancing) or Swing (inspired cocktails); both have sweeping, sunset views over the marina. All of these things (shopping, temple, restaurant, and bars) are within easy walking distance of each other.
Love your website!
What are your thoughts on Orkos Beach Hotel in Naxos for a family with teens? Good, safe location near a nice beach? Within walking distance to any restaurants or shops?
Thank you!
Beach is great. 3 restaurants and 1 small market within walking distance. Otherwise not much around. Bus stop for Naxos Town (Chora) nearby.
Hi Dave! Love your website, it’s been a giant help in the planning of our honeymoon. We’re likely spending 3-4 nights in Naxos in late September of this year and are interested in staying at Cyano Suites. Thoughts?
Nice place on the non-beach side of Naxos Town. It’s not the most picturesque area of town but it’s fine. Lots of restaurants within a 5 minute walk and 1 minute to bus station.
Hello-wondering if you’ve heard of Iphimedeia Apartments? We are a family of 5 travelling to Naxos for 5 nights in August and are having a hard time finding accommodations. We will have a car, but would like to be as close to Naxos Town as possible. Most of your hotel recommendations are fully booked for our dates. Thanks!
Iphimedeia Apartments is fairly new and a nice place but I wouldn’t describe it as a great location. About a 20/25 minute walk to Naxos Town and nothing much nearby. The bus (to both Naxos Town and main beaches) does stop a short walk from the hotel.
Hi Dave, wondering what you know about the Glaros Boutique Hotel or the Theros Boutique Hotel. We are two couples in our early fourties and Nissaki doesn’t have two rooms available in the last week of August. Would you say these are well situated for beach, town, and maybe an ATV trip up to the mountains? Any other recommendations if you think there are better options?
Glaros is much better located for town and beach.