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Updated: April 29, 2026 • By Santorini Dave
My Top Mykonos Beach Hotels
- Best Overall Beach Hotel: Mykonos Blu
- Best Hotel for Families: Santa Marina
- Best Hotel for Couples: Bill & Coo Coast Suites
- Best Platis Gialos Hotel: Branco Mykonos
- Best Ornos Hotel: Mykonos Blanc
- Best Elia Hotel: Myconian Imperial
- Best Party Hotel: Tropicana Hotel
- Best Private Beach: Santa Marina
- Best Secluded Hotel: The Wild Hotel
- Best Value – Right on the Beach: Acrogiali Hotel

The Mykonos Blu Hotel overlooking Psarou Beach.
Mykonos Beach Hotels – My Advice
- Check how close the hotel really is to the beach: Many Mykonos hotels use “beach” in the name or description, but a smaller number are truly on the sand. Before booking, check the hotel’s exact location on a map, look at recent guest photos, and confirm whether you can walk from the room or pool directly to the beach without crossing a road.
- Best truly beachfront hotels: Santa Marina in Ornos is ultra-luxury and has its own private beach. Branco Mykonos in Platis Gialos is a chic 5-star boutique hotel right on the water, with music, sunbeds, and a polished beach-club feel. Mykonos Blanc in Ornos is stylish, intimate, and steps from the sand. Mykonos Blu in Psarou is gorgeous and close to the beach, but it sits above the sand, so expect steps down to the water.
- Choose the right beach area for your trip: Ornos is the best all-around beach town for families and convenience, with a protected bay, calm water, beach restaurants, supermarkets, and frequent buses to Mykonos Town. Platis Gialos is the best beach hub, with a good sandy beach, many hotels, restaurants, and water taxis to other south-coast beaches. Elia is best for a quieter, more upscale resort stay, with a long sandy beach and excellent luxury hotels such as the Myconian Imperial.
- Know the tradeoff before choosing a beach hotel: Beach hotels are better for swimming, sunbeds, pools, and a slower daytime rhythm, but they are less convenient for nightlife, shopping, late dinners, and wandering Mykonos Town. If you plan to go into town most nights, stay in Ornos or Platis Gialos rather than a more isolated beach like Elia.
- Time your trip for the kind of beach vacation you want: The main beach season runs from late May to early October. May and June are sunny and beautiful, but the sea will still be cool. July and August have the hottest weather, highest prices, biggest crowds, and strongest party scene. September is often the best beach month, with warm sea temperatures and a slightly more relaxed feel. The first week of October can be great but the island gets quiet quickly once autumn hits.
- Use the water taxi if you stay on the south coast: If you stay in Ornos or Platis Gialos, you can visit several beaches without renting a car. The south-coast water taxi links Ornos, Platis Gialos, Paraga, Paradise, Super Paradise, Agrari, and Elia, making it easy to beach-hop during the day and return to your hotel for dinner.
The 24 Best Mykonos Beach Hotels
1. Mykonos Blu – Psarou Beach
Hotel phone: +30 22890 27900
5-star hotel with a dazzling pool, 3 outstanding restaurants, and a holistic spa. Mykonos Blu sits above sandy Psarou Beach, naturally protected from the winds. Several rooms, suites, and villas include private pools. Located near Nammos beach club and Nammos World luxury mall and just a 3-minute walk to Platis Gialos Beach for more beach club and dining options.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 23220
The best luxury resort for families, offering a semi-private beach served by the world-renowned Buddha Bar Beach, a playground, and indulgent spa. Ornos Beach is a short walk away for more dining and beach club options. The resort’s free shuttle runs all day into Mykonos Town, just a 10-minute drive away.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 23500
Barefoot luxury hotel right on the sand of Platis Gialos Beach. Branco features a trendy beach bar, modern Greek taverna, a sunny pool, and an indoor/outdoor gym with yoga and meditation classes throughout the week. Rooms feature minimalist style, several with private jacuzzis. Ideal for couples.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 27618
Beachfront, luxury hotel with a sparkling pool, full spa, and popular beach club. Many spacious rooms and suites here offer private jacuzzis or pools. Located at the east end of family-friendly Ornos Beach, near the water taxi connecting all the southern beaches. Several great restaurants are just steps away.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 24094
Gorgeous hotel with a pebbly, private beach, 2 sun-drenched pools, 3 wonderful restaurants, and a private yacht for day trips or overnight stays. All rooms have private terraces, and several add private pools. Ornos Beach, lined with restaurants and beach clubs, is just a 10-minute walk away.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 25555
Luxury resort with a sea-view pool, full-service spa, 2 tasty restaurants, a bar, and a private, serviced beach (mostly sandy with some rocky patches). All rooms and suites have private terraces, most with sea views, and some with private pools. The immediate area is fairly quiet, with the closest restaurants, Hippie Fish and Beefbar, a short but steep 5 to 10-minute walk away.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 26676
Relaxed, luxury villa collection with a private, serviced beach club on secluded Glyfadi Beach, a hidden gem on the blissfully uncrowded Aleomandra Peninsula. Its top-notch Miramar Restaurant serves a Mediterannean menu directly to the beach beds or on its terrace with dreamy views over the sea. Its spacious villas include a full kitchen and large furnished terrace with al fresco dining tables; many include an outdoor jacuzzi or private pool. An additional indoor pool is located in the wellness center, along with the spa and gym. Serene and tranquil surroundings but not much within walking distance; a car rental is recommended for exploring the island.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 23437
Family-friendly, hotel with its own small private beach, saltwater pool and jacuzzi, 2 fantastic restaurants, and a spa. Some rooms have private jacuzzis or semi-private pools. Located a 1-minute walk to Platis Gialos Beach and a 10-minute walk to Psarou Beach.
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Hotel phone: +30 22894 44000
Adults-only, luxury hotel on a snug corner of Ornos Beach with an infinity pool and a heated cave pool in the spa. Ground floor rooms and suites have private pools, while upper floor units have private balconies. Greek fine dining, casual fare, and refreshing beverages are on offer all day poolside or on the beach; breakfast is complimentary. Wonderful, walkable location near restaurants and beach clubs, the water taxi to the south coast beaches, and the bus to Mykonos Town.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 72500
Stylish hotel with a small private beach in a protected cove and boasting a heated pool, authentic Greek Taverna, and an all-day pool bar (also serving the beach). Most rooms have sea views; some add private pools. Excellent location a short walk to Agia Anna Beach 2 and Kalafati Beach for dining, swimming, and water sports.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 26633
Adults-only, all-suite, luxury hotel on a small, private beach offering a pool, poolside cocktail bar, exceptional dining, and sea views throughout the property. All suites include a private terrace, free cell phone, and tablet; most add private pools or outdoor jacuzzis. Complimentary, a la carte breakfast is served daily at their casual, all-day Greek Taverna, while next door Beefbar serves contemporary Mediterranean fine dining.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 78746
Affordable hotel with a pool and Greek restaurant just a few steps from Paradise Beach. This is an excellent choice for partiers, as it is attached to Tropicana Beach Club and is only a 5-minute walk from the huge Cavo Paradiso beach club. The hotel offers regular shuttle service to Mykonos Town for more dining and club options.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 27666
I love this place and have to include it here even though it’s not truly a beach hotel. It sits directly between 2 of the best beaches on Mykonos, Psarou and Platis Gialos. Nissaki features 4 saltwater pools, a full-service spa, excellent dining and drinks. All rooms and suites include indoor or outdoor jacuzzis.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 79500
Spectacular, luxury hotel perched above Elia Beach with 2 pools, a spa, and guests-only beach area. Family-friendly amenities include a kids’ pool, playground, and babysitting. Food and drinks abount at their 6 restaurants and bars with all-day room service.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 22600
Family-friendly, luxury hotel in the center of Ornos Beach, offering a small pool, spa, and the wonderful Kuzina restaurant. The hotel features a private beach area, served throughout the day by a cocktail and light bites bar.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 25744
4-star, boutique hotel on the soft sands of Ornos Beach with a wellness center, courtyard pool, and an all-day pool bar serving light bites and beverages. Sunny rooms, suites, and maisonettes sleep two to four guest, all with king-sized beds and walk-in showers. The Summer Suite has a private pool, while maisonettes have either a jacuzzi or private pool. Excellent beachfront location within walking distance of beach clubs and restaurants, plus the bus to Mykonos Town and the water taxi to the south coast beaches.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 77600
Romantic resort on a small, private beach with a sandy lounge area and a rocky sea entrance; sandy Agios Ioannis Beach is a short but steep walk away. Facilities include 2 infinity pools, a fantastic restaurant and bar, and a revitalizing spa. All rooms and suites have private balconies and indoor or outdoor jacuzzis, some with private pools.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 22125
Luxury hotel with the largest infinity pool in Mykonos, a private beach space, 3 Mediterranean restaurants (from casual to gourmet), a lively pool bar, and a tranquil spa. Rooms, suites, and villas offer private terraces, some with private pools, and the largest with 5-bedrooms. Walking distance to a handful of restaurants.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 22125
Low-key luxury hotel steps from the sand and restaurants of Platis Gialos. Acrogiali Hotel has quadruple suites and family rooms that sleep 5. Breakfast is included in the rates, and a snack bar is available throughout the day. Guests have access to the pool at their sister property The George, a short walk away.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 22901
Beachfront boutique hotel with a pool and private beach space. The hotel is served by the popular Hippie Fish restaurant, specializing in Mediterranean seafood dishes, and the Hip Mixology Bar, offering fresh sushi and delightful, signature cocktails. Walking distance to a handful of restaurants along Agios Ioannis Beach and idyllic sunset views at Kapari Beach.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 22913
Fantastic, boutique hotel with a sea-view pool and beachfront restaurant on Platis Gialos. All rooms have private balconies and sea views. Perks include complimentary breakfast, 24-hour room service, and free arrival and departure transfer.
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Moderately priced resort on a gorgeous, golden sand beach with a waterfront restaurant, cocktail bar, private beach area, and breezy rooms and suites. The restaurant offers excellent Mediterranean fare and a great wine selection with plenty of Greek labels. The last stop on the water taxi route, Elia Beach is well-connected to all of the southern beaches while remaining quiet and uncrowded.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 72201
Family-friendly, beachfront hotel with a saltwater pool and an all-day pool bar serving cocktails and Mediterranean fare. Secluded location on Agragi Beach, one of the harder-to-reach (thus uncrowded) beaches. Rent a car if you stay here.
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Hotel phone: +30 22890 25127
Charming hotel with an enviable location at Platis Gialos Beach. Highlights include a split-level, saltwater pool, separate jacuzzi, and a rooftop restaurant. Friendly service and surprisingly affordable.
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