Greece › Serifos Hotels
By Santorini Dave
The beach of Livadakia in front of Coralli Seaside Resort – the best beach near Livadi and the port.
- The island’s villages are small and atmospheric. Most activity is centered in the bustling port of Livadi or the dramatic hilltop Chora, while inland hamlets like Panagia and Galani offer quiet glimpses into traditional agricultural life and historic Byzantine churches.
- Serifos has over 70 sandy beaches. Most remain wonderfully undeveloped, providing a raw, natural landscape that is becoming rare in the Cyclades. Psili Ammos and Ganema are standouts, but you will often find smaller coves entirely to yourself if you are willing to drive or hike.
- The island feels like a time capsule. This western Cycladic gem is often compared to Mykonos in the 1970s. It retains an authentic, rugged charm and a bohemian soul that hasn’t been smoothed over by mass tourism.
- Accommodations are boutique and independent. You will not find any all-inclusive or sprawling luxury resorts here. Instead, the island offers small hotels, traditional guesthouses, and stylish villas that blend into the rocky landscape.
- Access from Athens is fast and efficient. Serifos is one of the closest Cycladic islands to the mainland. High-speed ferries from Piraeus can get you to the port of Livadi in about two hours, while the larger conventional ferries take around four to five hours.
- The pace of life is intentionally slow. This is not an island for those seeking high-energy beach clubs or all-night partying. It is a place for long lunches, quiet afternoons, and breezy evenings in the hilltop Chora.
- Dining is a major highlight. Restaurants on Serifos are plentiful and consistently high quality. You will find excellent traditional tavernas in Livadi and Chora serving local specialties like marathokeftedes (fennel fritters) and sun-dried octopus.
- Chora is one of the most stunning in Greece. Perched high above the harbor, the main village is a labyrinth of whitewashed houses and narrow alleys leading up to a Venetian castle. It offers some of the best sunset views in the Aegean.
- A rental car or scooter is highly recommended. While there is a local bus connecting the port to Chora and a few popular beaches, having your own wheels is the only way to explore the island’s remote western and northern coastlines.
The 9 Best Hotels in Serifos
1. Windhouses Serifos – Chora
Sits high on the hill and offers incredible views of the Aegean Sea and the port below. The traditional Cycladic design feels authentic and peaceful, and the rooms are kept spotlessly clean and comfortable. Be prepared though for a short walk and stairs to get into Chora. The one-bedroom “house” sleeps two, the two-bedroom sleeps four.
Hotel Phone: +30 21022415442. Aliktypo Studios – Livadi
Affordable luxury down a leafy lane just outside of the main port area. This tidy collection of rooms, studios, and sizeable maisonettes offer up to 50 sqm living space with fully equipped kitchens. Decorated in pleasing pastel hues of blue, brown, light green and cream, rooms have their own balconies – some with views to Chora. The beach is a 1-minute walk away, and the port is just 5 minutes by foot.
Hotel Phone: +30 22810510003. Coralli Seaside Resort – Livadakia
Deluxe and Family bungalows sleep family of 4 and feature a kitchen with fridge, ac, small patio, and private entrance. There’s a nice pool, friendly restaurant, and a wonderful beach. It’s a pleasant 10-minute walk to the ferry port and restaurants of Livadi.
Hotel Phone: +30 2281051600
The beach at Coco-Mat Eco Residencies.
4. Coco-Mat Eco Residencies – Vagia
Former miners’ residences from 1910 are now plush and relaxing suites, with views over a gorgeous beaches. One-bedroom residences range in size from 35-50 sqm, with a living area on the upper level and a lower level bedroom. Two-bedroom residences are 90 sqm. All are equipped with the famous Coco-Mat sleeping systems, and feature terraces, kitchens, Wi-Fi, aircon, and ceiling fans. A dedicated walkway takes guests to the beach below, where the hotel provides loungers and umbrellas.
Hotel Phone: +30 22877729775. Pénde Suites – Livadi
Luxurious, spacious, and convenient suites, situated a 3-minute walk from the port. This cluster of five suites are minimistically decorated in light earth tone colours; each featuring a flat screen satellite TV, aircon, espresso machine, and mini-bar, as well as a terrace and pergola. Located close to Livadakia beach, with port pickups included.
Hotel Phone: +30 22810515716. Pénde Traditional Villas – Livadi
Three stunning, self-contained villas within a five-minute walk from the port. These individually named homes (Lilac, Verde, and Madera) offer artisanal Serifian architecture in dazzling blue and white. They range in size from 85 to 165 sqm, plus ample balcony space, and sleep 4 to 6. Each has an open plan kitchen, two bedrooms, and two bathrooms. Air-conditioned. Nearby Livadakia beach is a 5 minutes walk on foot.
Hotel Phone: +30 2281051571
The charming port town of Livadi has several good restaurants and hotels spread along the harbor-front road.
7. Serifos Dream Houses – Ganema
Airy and well-equipped stone cottages with views over Ganema beach, located in one of Serifos’ quieter yet very accessible corners. The upper floor living area of each cottage leads out onto a shaded porch. Kitchens are equipped with basic breakfast items and cooking supplies. Books, hi-fi equipment and Wi-Fi is available for guests. Bedrooms are downstairs (where it is cooler) and are smallish and simple, yet elegant. There is a nearby beach taverna, but these are self-catered units; because it’s a 20-minute drive back to Livadi for supplies, a car is a necessity.
Hotel Phone: +30 69322221328. Writer’s Home & Guest Home – Ramos
A quiet and sizeable rental cottage, set on a hill with a view. The writer’s home has three compact bedrooms (plus one sleeping spot on a mezzanine platform), a fully equipped kitchen, and relaxed living areas including a desk surrounded by books. The outside area is expansive with more seating areas and even a wood oven to cook in. Minimum stay one week, and wi-fi is included. A car or motorbike is a good idea for shopping forays to Livadi.
Hotel Phone: +30 69745544239. Indigo Studios – Livadi
Reasonably-priced, comfortable, and characteristically Cycladic rooms, studios, and spacious apartments a short walk away from the port of Livadi. Practical, cozy, and tastefully assembled, with satellite TV, safe boxes, and communal laundry areas. Studios and apartments feature fully-equipped kitchens. Individual patios with table and chairs feature for each option.
Hotel Phone: +30 2281052548
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