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Updated: May 23, 2026 • By Santorini Dave
My Favorite Naoussa Hotels
- 5-Star: Cosme
- 4-Star: Opal
- Boutique: Stelia Mare
- Cheap: Villa Isabella
- Beach Resort: Cove Paros
- For Couples: Lilly Residence
- For Families: Kanale’s
- Best Pool: Hotel Senia
- Near Old Port: Bohemian Luxury
Naoussa is a lovely fishing village toward the north of the island. Its most characteristic feature is the ancient Venetian Castle by the Old Port.
Staying in Naoussa – My Tips
- 1. Book hotels, cars, and key dinners early.
Naoussa is no longer a quiet fishing village that happens to have a few good restaurants. It is the most sought-after base on Paros, and prices reflect that. For July and August, book the best hotels 4 to 6 months in advance, especially if you want a pool, sea view, family room, or easy walk to town. Rental cars also sell out, particularly automatics. For the top restaurants, reserve a few days ahead, and longer for peak dates. That said, some of my favorite places in Naoussa are casual backstreet spots that do not take reservations, so leave room for flexibility.- 2. Use mornings for the village, evenings for atmosphere.
Naoussa is at its best twice a day, and for very different reasons. In the morning, it is quiet, bright, and easy to explore. This is when I like wandering the lanes, getting coffee, browsing shops, and photographing the harbor before the crowds arrive. At night, the village becomes one of the best dining and nightlife scenes in the Cyclades. It is busy, stylish, and fun, but not peaceful. If you want the pretty version of Naoussa, go early. If you want the social version, go after sunset.- 3. Do one harbor dinner, then eat in the backstreets.
The tiny Old Venetian Harbor is the postcard setting, and it is worth doing at least once. It is where you go for a romantic, special-occasion dinner and the full Naoussa scene. But the best food is not always on the water. Some of the more interesting, better-value, and more local-feeling restaurants are tucked into the lanes behind the harbor. My advice is to mix it up: one scenic harbor meal, then spend the rest of your dinners exploring the backstreets.- 4. Stay just outside the center for pools, quiet, and easier logistics.
The heart of Naoussa is a pedestrian-only maze. It is charming, but it can be noisy late at night, and many hotels in the center are small, compact, and without pools. For most travelers, the sweet spot is just outside the center, especially near Piperi Beach, on the hillside behind town, or along the immediate edge of the village.- 5. Be careful with “near Naoussa.”
Some excellent hotels sit just outside town, but not every short distance is a pleasant walk. A hotel that looks 12 or 15 minutes from the harbor on Google Maps might involve a dark road, no sidewalk, and fast traffic at night. That is fine if you have a car or are happy using taxis, but it is not ideal if you expect easy evening strolls. If walking into Naoussa every night matters, choose a hotel on a safe, obvious route into town, not simply one that looks close on a map.- 6. Use water taxis for Naoussa’s best nearby beaches.
Naoussa has a couple of small town beaches, but the best swimming is around the bay. In summer, small boats leave from the harbor for beaches such as Kolymbithres and Monastiri, and this is the easiest and most enjoyable way to reach them. Kolymbithres is the most famous, with smooth granite rocks and small sandy coves. Monastiri is better for a fuller beach day, with facilities, a beach club, and nearby walking trails. Check the day’s return times before you go.- 7. Visit Parikia, but do not treat it as an afterthought.
Many travelers stay in Naoussa and only pass through Parikia for the ferry. That is a mistake. Parikia has a lovely old town, good restaurants, better local shopping, the main port, and easy boat access to Antiparos. It is less polished than Naoussa but more useful and more grounded. Go for a late afternoon wander, dinner, or a full day built around Antiparos.
See Also
- Where to Stay in Paros
- Best Hotels in Paros
- Best Hotels in Paros for Families
- Best Beach Hotels in Paros
The 14 Best Hotels in Naoussa, Paros
1. Cosme – Naoussa
2. Cove Paros – Naoussa
3. Avant Mar – Naoussa
4. Opal – Naoussa
5. Parian Boutique Hotel – Naoussa
6. Hotel Senia
7. Bohemian Luxury Boutique Hotel – Naoussa
8. Paliomylos Spa Hotel
9. Lilly Residence – Adults Only
10. Kanale’s Rooms & Suites
11. Stelia Mare Boutique Hotel
12. Kalypso Hotel – Naoussa
13. Kallisti Rooms & Apartments
14. Villa Isabella – Naoussa
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