Myconian Korali Hotel in Megali Ammos, Mykonos

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By Santorini Dave

Essentials
• Location: On a hill above Megali Ammos Beach, near Mykonos Town.
• Hotel website: myconiankorali.gr
• Hotel phone: +30 22890 22107
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The pool terrace at Myconian Korali hotel, overlooking Megali Ammos beach.

Hotel Review

Myconian Korali – Posh hotel with a saltwater pool, luxury spa, and sea view suites – many with jacuzzis or private pools.

Myconian Korali is a small, upscale hotel on a hill overlooking Megali Ammos Beach, and just a short walk to Mykonos Town. All rooms include private terraces, most with sea views; higher category rooms and suites add heated, outdoor jacuzzis or private pools. The main pool, private pools, and the thalassotherapy pools in the spa are all filled with saltwater. As a Relais and Châteaux resort, Korali highlights their culinary program with organic produce, fresh-caught fish, and locally farmed meat at their restaurant, sushi bar, pool bar, and breakfast table.

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Myconian Korali – Location

• Area: Myconian Korali sits on a hill above Megali Ammos Beach, about a 15-minute walk from the nightlife, dining, and shopping that has made Mykonos famous. The landmark Kato Mili windmills and the Old Port are accessible within a 14 or 17-minute walk, respectively. The road into town is busy and has no sidewalk, but many travelers walk to and from town, so drivers are used to sharing the road with pedestrians. The bus station at Fabrika is only 10-minute walk away, making it a breeze to reach the island’s best beaches, the airport, and the ferry port at Tourlos.
• How to Get There: The hotel is located on a side road just off the main road connecting Mykonos Town to the airport, making it easy to reach by bus, taxi, or driving yourself. It is approximately 5 km from the Mykonos ferry port in Tourlos, and 3km from the Mykonos Airport to the hotel.
  
  To reach the hotel by bus, take the Fabrika-bound bus from the Airport or the Tourlos Ferry Port (AKA “The New Port”). These airport and ferry port routes run several times a day throughout the summer but infrequently (if at all) in the winter. Fabrika, in Mykonos Town, is the closest official bus stop to the hotel, just a 10-minute walk (800m) away. The bus from the Airport to Fabrika Station takes about 15 minutes, while the bus from the New Port to Fabrika takes about 20 minutes. Tickets cost about €2, and are purchased on the bus or from a manned kiosk at the terminal, in cash only.
  
  Taxis are also available from the port or airport, though there are only about 30 taxis serving the whole island, so there is often a long wait; schedule a ride through a private car service in advance to avoid this (I use and recommend Welcome Pickups). Mykonos are not metered, so be sure to agree on a price with the driver before setting out. A taxi from the port or airport to Myconian Korali will cost roughly €15-20. Booking through a private car service will cost only a bit more – about $38 (or €31), but is worth it to avoid the wait and for the convenience of paying ahead.
  
  For those who prefer to drive themselves, we recommend renting a car either at the airport on arrival, or in Mykonos Town. We strongly recommend reserving a vehicle in advance, especially if you require automatic transmission. On arrival at the hotel, Myconian Korali offers free parking (a major perk).
• Handy to: Megali Ammos Beach. The Windmills of Kato Mili/Little Venice. Dining, nightlife, and shopping in the Chora.

Myconian Korali – The Basics

• Ages: The hotel is open to guests of all ages and offers babysitting services on request. Guests tend to be couples throughout the season, with family travel in the peak months from mid-June to mid-August.
• Beach: The nearest beach to Myconian Korali is Megali Ammos, about 1 km downhill. Megali Ammos is an unorganized beach with no beach clubs or sunbeds to rent, though there are amazing sunset views. The best organized beach nearby is at Ornos, 2.5 km away. This is a popular beach with golden sand, clear water, and plenty of beach clubs. Ornos Beach and several other great beaches (Platis Gialos, Paraga, Paradise, and Agios Ioannis) are easy to reach by bus from Fabrika.
• View: Entry-level rooms face the inland, but all other rooms and suites feature partial sea or panoramic sea views over Megali Ammos toward the sunset.
• Private Pools/Jacuzzis: Phos Superior Rooms, Kynthos Junior Suites, Emar Junior Suites, and Armonia Suites feature private, heated, outdoor jacuzzis. Oria Superior Rooms offer semi-private pools, which are for the private use of the guests for the corresponding rooms, but they are not hidden from view. Aeon Superior Rooms and Era Junior Suites boast private pools, while Delos Junior Suites, Delos Premium Junior Suites, Cyclades Suites, and Ortigia Suites offer both outdoor jacuzzis and private pools. Private pools are unheated, so they are best booked during the summer months.
• Parking: The hotel offers free parking in their lot on-site.
• Extras: 24-hour reception, 24-hour concierge, 24-hour room service, twice-daily maid service, babysitting on request, free welcome drink, wedding planning, retreats, women’s boutique, and access to all restaurants, spas, and facilities at their sister properties next door at Platis Gialos Beach and Elia Beach.
• When to Book: Myconian Korali is open from late April/early May through late October. Reserve at least 4 months in advance (6 months is better) for stays during the high season from June through September, and about 3 months in advance for the low and shoulder seasons.
• How to Book: Booking.com will have the best rates.
• Phone: +30 22890 22107
• Email: ikorali@myconiancollection.gr
• Website: myconiankorali.gr

Myconian Korali – Amenities

• Pool: The hotel features a saltwater pool overlooking the sea with sunset views toward Baos Island and the Windmills of Kato Mili.
• Spa: Myconian Korali shares an indulgent, thalassotherapy spa with its neighboring sister properties, featuring 5 saltwater pools (each heated to a different temperature), a hammam, sauna, and cutting-edge spa technology.
• Fitness Center: The hotel’s gym is open from 9 am to 9 pm and includes the latest equipment, a yoga studio, Pilates, personal training, and wellness seminars.
• For Disabled Guests: The hotel is built on a hill and has several (mostly short) flights of stairs and no elevator. Not suitable for guests in wheelchairs or with more than minor mobility concerns.
• For Families: Myconian Korali is open to guests of all ages and offers babysitting services on request. Most rooms and suites are designed for up to 3 guests; only the 2-bedroom Ortigia Suites sleep up to 4.
• Activities: The hotel’s 24-hour concierge team can arrange a variety of activities, including yachting, helicopter tours, island hopping, archaeological tours to Delos Island, horseback riding, and much more.

Myconian Korali – Food and Drink

• Restaurant: Baos Fine Dining offers farm-to-table, haute cuisine with regional Greek flavors and fresh sushi. The menu highlights seasonal, local ingredients and excellent wine. Food can be ordered a la carte or as part of a degustation menu with wine pairings. Plenty of vegetarian options.
• Lounge/Bar: Kitrino Bar offers a casual yet fashionable experience, serving light fare, cocktails, and shisha poolside with a DJ every day.
• Breakfast: Myconian Korali offers a complimentary, buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 to 10:30 am. The buffet features hot and cold items and is supplemented by made-to-order eggs. Fresh juices, coffee, and champagne top it all off.
• Room Service: Room service is available 24 hours a day.

Myconian Korali – Rooms

• Room Types: Inopos Room • Rinia Room • Panoramic Room • Onar Junior Suite • Phos Superior Room • Kynthos Junior Suite • Oria Superior Room • Aeon Superior Room • Theros Junior Suite • Emar Junior Suite • Era Junior Suite • Delos Junior Suite • Delos Premium Junior Suite • Armonia Suite • Ortigia Suite
• Smoking Rooms: The hotel does not allow smoking in any of their room types. Smoking is allowed on private outdoor terraces and in designated outdoor common areas.
• Best Room: The best options for couples are the Armonia Suite and Delos Premium Junior Suite. Both rooms feature panoramic sea views toward the sunset from their private terraces. Armonia Suite offers a private, heated, outdoor jacuzzi and more interior space with its 1-bedroom layout. Delos Premium Junior Suite also features an outdoor jacuzzi but adds a private pool and more outdoor space with its larger terrace.
• For Families: Myconian Korali is open to guests of all ages and can arrange babysitting on request. The best option for families is the Ortigia Suite with 2 bedrooms (1 with a king bed and 1 with 2 twin beds), both with ensuite bathrooms. This spacious 120 sqm suite offers a separate living area, large sunset sea view terrace, an outdoor heated jacuzzi, and an outdoor unheated pool.

Myconian Korali – Local Transport

• Walking: The hotel is located just south of Mykonos Town on a hill overlooking the sea near Megali Ammos Beach. Myconian Korali is 1 km from Megali Ammos beach as well as Mykonos Town, where you’ll find most of the island’s best dining, nightlife, and shopping. Little Venice and the windmills are 1 km, the Old Port is 1.5 km, and 2 excellent sunset viewpoints are nearby at Boni’s windmill (1.5 km) and 180° Sunset Bar (2 km). The road to and from town does not have a sidewalk and is pretty busy with cars, so exercise caution when walking, especially at night. That said, most people do walk in this area, so drivers are used to sharing the space with pedestrians here.
• Bus: Myconian Korali is within walking distance of two bus stops. The closest stop is at Fabrika, a 10-minute walk (800m) away, which serves the New Port (Tourlos), Airport, and the beaches at Ornos, Agios Ioannis, Platis Gialos, Paradise, and Paraga. The second bus stop (considered the island’s main bus station) is at the far end of the Old Port (2 km), offers connections to the New Port (Tourlos), Ano Mera village, and the beaches at Kalafati, Agios Stefanos, Kalo Livadi, Elia, and Panormos. There is no bus connecting Fabrika and the bus station at the Old Port; it takes about 14 minutes (1 km) to walk from one to the other. Tickets cost from €1.60 to €2.30, depending on the destination. Buses can get very crowded, especially during the high season, so much so that they often fill to capacity and are unable to take on more passengers. There are only 26 public buses serving the island. Bus schedules change every couple of weeks, so check the KTEL website for the most current timetables.
• Taxi: The nearest taxi stand is at Fabrika next to the bus stop, about a 10-minute walk (800m) from the hotel, but there are generally fewer taxis traveling through this area than at the main taxi stand, which is about 2 km away, near the Old Port, behind the Cosmote building and next to the post office. There is almost always a wait at either taxi stand as there are only 30 taxis serving the entire island. Book ahead to avoid the wait, and have the driver meet you at the hotel instead. There will be a surcharge for advanced reservations (about €5) and for carrying luggage, usually just a couple of euros. A taxi from the port or airport to Myconian Korali should be about €15 to €20.
• Water Taxi: The New and Old Ports and several beaches are connected via a boat system. The SeaBus connects the New Port and Old Port with routes running about every 30 minutes, all wheelchair accessible, and all €2 one-way per person, while a Delos round-trip costs €20. Water taxis also connect the southern beaches, with routes connecting the main beaches at Ornos and Platis Gialos with the more remote beaches at Paraga, Paradise, Super Paradise, Agrari, and Elia. An all-day, all-beach pass costs €20.
• Scooters and ATVs: Scooters are the main mode of transportation for the locals, and ATVs are super popular with tourists, but if you’re unfamiliar with the terrain, these can be very dangerous to drive. The roads in Mykonos are zig-zagging, hilly, narrow, littered with potholes, sometimes dirt roads, and without street lights in most areas outside of Mykonos Town. And that’s not to mention the aggressive drivers, some of the world’s worst. A rental car is a much safer bet than a scooter or ATV, and can just as easily reach the more remote beaches on the island.

Myconian Korali – What’s Nearby?

Best Nearby Restaurants

• Bakalo Greek Eatery: Excellent choice for simple, Greek comfort foods like moussaka and cheese dumplings.
• Funky Kitchen: Phenomenal Greek-Mediterranean restaurant, fusing classic flavors and modern techniques and featuring seasonal, local ingredients. Great vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Reservations recommended.
• Krama Fine Greek Dining: At Semeli Hotel, Krama features elevated versions of classic Greek comfort foods.
• Thioni Restaurant: Contemporary, creative Greek fine dining, also at the Semeli Hotel.
• To Maereio: Cozy restaurant serving traditional Greek family recipes and fantastic wine. This popular restaurant does not take reservations, so arrive early or have a glass of wine on the terrace while waiting.
• M-eating Restaurant: Creative, Greek fine dining with a casual atmosphere. Known for their lamb and beef dishes, fresh seafood, and their Mykonian onion pie.
• Caesar’s: Family-owned restaurant serving traditional Greek comfort foods in a friendly atmosphere.
• Pasaji: The best beach club in Ornos, Pasaji offers great sushi, meats, cocktails, and shisha served on the beach or in their open-air dining room.
• Kiki’s Tavern: Located at Agios Sostis Beach, Kiki’s Tavern is a little out of the way, but well worth the 8 km drive to get there. This open-air restaurant serves a stripped down menu of grilled meats, seafood, and veggies in a stunning setting and free wine while you wait for a table (they do not take reservations).

Best Nearby Bars and Breweries

• Alley Cocktail Bar: Awesome bar with a seasonal menu featuring local herbs, fresh fruits, and signature drink blends.
• Galleraki: Gorgeous spot for sunset cocktails and a lively atmosphere late into the night. The best views are from their upstairs balcony, so reserve ahead or arrive early to snag a spot there.
• Semeli the Bar: Spectacular sunset views outside and a packed dance floor inside. This bar tends to attract a younger crowd and more Americans than other bars in Mykonos. There is a 1-drink minimum per guest.
• Scarpa Bar: The best fresh fruit cocktails in Mykonos, and also known for their signature drinks, especially the Roger Rabbit (vodka, carrot, lime, peach, passionfruit). Their namesake Scarpa cocktail is the Greekest drink you’ll ever taste (mastiha, vanilla, beet, lemon, yogurt). Sunset views and house music until sunup.
• Bao’s Cocktail Bar: Named after the pirate Bao, defender of the island, this bar offers amazing cocktails, all night dancing, and some of the best sunset views in Mykonos. Reserve ahead for the best view tables, or drop in anytime late for drinks and partying in the main bar or in their performance/VIP lounge Secret of Bao’s upstairs.
• Skandinavian Bar Disco Nightclub: One of the oldest night spots in Mykonos, Skandinavian is a large complex with 2 bars downstairs, a rowdy dance club and bar upstairs, and an outdoor courtyard.
• Katerina’s Cocktail Bar and Restaurant: Owned by the first female Greek sea captain, Katerina’s Bar offers a perfect perch for sunset views from the upstairs bar or the downstairs restaurant, serving exceptional seafood and refreshing cocktails at both spots.
• Notorious: Cozy cocktail bar with a small all-day menu and creative, signature drinks. Live music most nights and karaoke on Friday nights.
• Jackie O’ Bar: The most fun bar in Mykonos, Jackie O’ is a gay bar (straight-friendly) open for sunset cocktails, all-night dancing, and nightly drag shows. They have a sister bar in Super Paradise Beach Club that’s also worth a visit.
• Babylon: Right next door to Jackie O’ Bar, this popular gay bar (straight-friendly) and dance club hosts regular events, including drag shows, dancers, and theme parties from sundown to sunup.
• 54 Cocktail Bar and Sunset Lounge: Gay/straight bar and dance club with an awesome DJ, friendly staff, and fantastic cocktails. The party starts late here, so arrive around 9 or 10 for a chill vibe or after midnight for a livelier atmosphere.
• 180° Sunset Bar: Amazing outdoor bar with panoramic views over Mykonos Town and the Old Port. Though it’s usually busy, there is plenty of room to spread out over multiple patios. This is a more low-key bar than those in the heart of the village.

Best Nearby Cafe

• Gioras Wood Medieval Mykonian Bakery: The best baklava in Mykonos. Gioras has been in the same family for a couple hundred years, and uses traditional recipes and methods to create their decadent pastries.

Nearby Shopping and Cool Shops

• Mytho: Wonderful gift shop selling 100% Greek products, many handmade and unique. Located at the Kato Mili windmills.
• Soho Soho: There are 4 branches of this designer store in Mykonos, 2 of which are in Mykonos Town. Both of the shops are about 1 km away, one for men and one for women.
• Osklen: Innovative, high-end, Brazilian streetwear boutique selling clothing, beachwear, shoes, and accessories for men and women.
• Alter Ego: Boutique shop specializing in women’s clothing, sandals, and jewelry by Greek designers.
• Emmanouella’s: Women’s clothing boutique offering limited and exclusive pieces by Greek designers.
• Optique Boutique: Stylish frames and sunglasses shop with a staff that excels at matching up shoppers with their most flattering shapes.
• Elena Makri: Luxury women’s boutique by the former Vogue editor-in-chief. Clothing, shoes, and accessories that take inspiration from classical Greece.
• Rarity Gallery: Truly amazing collection of contemporary artwork and exhibits, free admission, and no pressure to buy.
• Cosset Design: Upscale art, furnishings, and home décor store with a curated collection of unique and extravagant pieces.
• Ilias Lalaounis: Iconic jewelry store offering unique works by the legendary late goldsmith.

Nearby Attractions

• Windmills of Kato Mili: 5 picturesque windmills that were once part of the largest, most important flour mill on the island that was in operation from the 17th through the 19th centuries. Only the exteriors are available to visit now. This is the most recognizable landmark on the island.
• Little Venice: The western half of Mykonos Town, with sunset view restaurants, lively bars, and all-night shopping, mostly built in converted 18th-century fishing houses.
• Old Port: Beautiful waterfront neighborhood with restaurants, bars, shops, and a beach, plus the ferry to Delos Island.
• Boni’s Windmill: This 16th-century windmill is the oldest on the island and offers gorgeous sunset views from the top of the hill. Inside the windmill is part of the Agricultural Museum, open in the summer months from 2 pm until 8 pm.
• Paraportiani Orthodox Church: A complex of 5 churches built over the course of 2 centuries beginning in 1425.
• Folklore Museum: Tiny, slightly disorganized collection of 19th-century Mykonian furniture, ship parts, and artifacts once owned by a local pirate. Free admission (donations welcome).
• Mykonos Farmers: Wonderful dairy offering tours of the facilities and a variety of cheesemaking classes.
• Delos Island: A holy sanctuary for over 1,000 years before becoming known as the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. The ruins of Delos are one of Greece’s most important archaeological sites. Ferries leave from the Old Port several times a day, cost €20 round-trip, and take about 20 to 30 minutes to reach the island, depending on the weather. A guide is recommended.

Nearby Markets or Grocery Stores

• O Parianos Fruit Shop: Excellent local vendor selling seasonal fruits and vegetables.
• OK! Grocery: Well-stocked grocery store with a friendly, helpful staff, selling fresh produce, breads, snacks, beverages, and travel essentials.

Myconian Korali – The Hotel

Myconian Korali sits on a hilltop overlooking the Aegean Sea. Originally opened in 1979, the architecture is in Cycladic style built with local stones. The glass door leads to the lobby and reception area.

Inside the lobby, the furnishings are a mix of contemporary and whimsical retro styles. The glass door on the far side leads to the pool, bar, and restaurant.

The reception desk is staffed 24 hours a day.

The saltwater pool overlooks Megali Ammos Beach and the Aegean Sea. It is ringed by sun loungers on two levels and served by the pool bar.

A view of the pool and sun terrace. Just visible on the upper right here is Baos Island.

Standing on the sunken sun terrace with double and single-sized sunbeds.

The pool is served all day by Kitrino Bar.

A look at the bar with shisha and a DJ station on the right.

Adjacent to Kitrino is Baos Fine Dining, serving some of the best food in Mykonos.

Reserve in advance and request a table by the window. The sun sets behind Baos Island, seen here. Also visible just left of center is Megali Ammos Beach.

Myconian Korali also has a small boutique with women’s clothing and accessories.

In a separate building, guests will find a luxurious spa with 5 thalassotherapy pools filled with saltwater and heated to different temperatures.

The full-service spa features a hammam,…

…a sauna,…

…and treatment rooms for individuals or couples.

Rooms and suites at Korali are spacious and stylish. Seen here is the Era Junior Suite, a mid-tier category.

The Era Junior Suite features an open-plan layout, with lots of sun and cheerful accent colors.

All come with a welcome bottle of Greek wine and sweets.

This suite features a round soaking tub.

Stepping out, guests will find a seaview terrace with an al fresco dining table, 2 sunbeds, and private saltwater pool.

Another angle on the terrace.

View from the private pool. Check rates and availability: Myconian Korali