Crete to Syros Beaches

By Katia Luz

Kois Studios - very close to Azolimnos beach and handy to cafes. Enjoy spacious rooms with full kitchen, air conditioning and free parking. Everything you need for a summer holiday.

"One of the best places I have ever stayed during summer holidays. Not only the room was amazing and very well looked after, Mrs Louisa was an exceptional host who welcomed us upon arrival and had already left in the room breakfast items, a bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, sweeties and a lot of printed info on the island including maps. The room was cleaned daily. The location couldn't be better, 2 mins walk to Azolimnos beach, the bus stop, the mini market and the restaurants. The room was equipped with a double-bed and two sofas that were perfect for sleeping an adult or a child. There were two balconies one overlooking the seafront and a bigger one at the back with a big dining table and two deckchairs for ultimate relaxation."

Kini Beach - Κίνι - is a calm protected harbour with a sandy beach and plenty of space to spread out around the bay.

See the mermaid monument down by the sea. She is known as Panagia Gorgona or Saint Mermaid as legend has it she saved a dying fisherman and brought him to shore.

Enjoy the tavernas and cafes by the water. Head to Cougar's Cafe day and night for drinks be beach.

Syrolia Village - this stylishly designed home offers 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, with a full kitchen and all other amenities just 500 metres from Kini Beach. Free parking.

"Exceptional hospitality by the family who owns it, they made sure that we have indeed memorable vacation at Syros island. Syrolia village is less then five minutes walk from the beach, in one of the prettiest area at Syros island. The apartment is fully equipped with everything you need, and gives the dreamy feeling, especially for the couples. The owners really put an effort to the details, and with intention, made sure that everyone who come, feel the way we feel during our stay."

At Galissas Beach Γαλησσάς - on the west coast of the island, you will find a lovely sandy beach in a perfect U shape, in a pretty protected harbour ringed with tamarisk trees. This beach is 8 km from the capital Ermoupolis, and 8.5 km from the airport. From Galissas you can take a day trip out with a boat, and explore the fine, sandy, untouched beaches on the west coast of Syros.

In Galissas, dine in style with the wonderful food at Iliovasilema Sunset Seafood Taverna. This dining experience is like taking a summer holiday within your holiday. This taverna has been voted by travellers as one of the best in Galissas. A setting amongst the long grasses of the sandy beach dunes, soft romantic candlelight, great service, great company and great food, can you ask for more?

Tavernas and cafes ring the bay dotted with tamarisk trees and beach lounges. This beach is miles from the hustle bustle and the perfect place to get away from the stress of the modern world, enjoy days filled with sunshine and delicious Greek food.

The stylish Benois Hotel is just metres from the beach at Galissas.

The bright blue and white colours adorn the bright sunlight and relaxing in the crystal clear waters couldn't be easier.

"Perfect relaxing laid back holiday in a blissful location. This hotel exceeded expectations. Breakfast was fabulous, and the lunch and dinner dining was also excellent. The location on The beach was second to non. Staff were amazing. We couldn’t have been looked after better. Our daughter and partner joined us from Australia and also her best school friend and partners from England so we were a mixed generation group. We will definitely return. This is like old school Greece from the 70’s and 80’s. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you Benois."

Hotel Palazzo Ploes
This carefully restored mansion has been classified a 'preservable work of art' by the Greek Ministry of Culture and deservedly so. Located on the water’s edge yet close to the Plateia Miaouli, Apollon Theatre and the stunning church of St Nicholas, this hotel is an experience in the best Syros has to offer. Relax outside the terrace bar to enjoy the summer evenings by the sea.

"Absolute perfection. One of the most beautiful properties I’ve stayed in around the world. What an exceptionally special place and experience. The palazzo is elegant, timeless and sophisticated and the service and staff are wonderfully friendly and world class. The view is absolute perfection and our room and private terrace were divine! Cannot wait to return and stay again."

Syrou Melathron
This beautifully restored neoclassical building is located on a hill overlooking the sea, just behind the beautiful Orthodox cathedral of St Nicholas. This is a magnificent location, close to everything yet enjoying the quiet, stylish neighbourhood of Vaporia. The building dates from 1857 and has been declared a historical monument; every exquisite detail of its design has been lovingly respected.

The views alone make this a stunning choice of accommodation in Syros.

"A great, authentic place to stay. Beautiful hotel with great architecture. View from our room and the roof Terrace was excellent. Staff were very helpful."

Take the ferry from Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) and stay at least 2 nights, then make your way to Mykonos and Syros. What a way to island-hop! Of course, stay on Mykonos for a few days or nights, then pop over to Syros.

In summer season, the durations of these ferry journeys are:

• Heraklion to Santorini - 2 hours
• Santorini to Mykonos - 2 hours
• Mykonos to Syros - 1 hour

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