Where are the best areas to stay in Naxos?
If Naxos is your holiday destination of choice, there are a selection of areas where you can stay on this picturesque Greek Island. Choose Naxos Chora if you enjoy delving into local history or opt for the west coast beach resorts of Agia Anna Naxos, Plaka, Mikri Vigla, Stelida or Agios Prokopios. Each area has its own unique charm with golden sandy beaches, laid-back seafront tavernas and activities to occupy families, friends and couples.
Hotels in Naxos Chora cater to all tastes and budgets with a range of characterful boutique guesthouses, aparthotels, budget and luxury accommodations. You will be treated to archaeological sites such as the Portara, Naxos Castle and labyrinth streets sprinkled with shops, bars and tavernas. Naxos Chora is a great choice for anyone seeking a combination of history, beach fun and nightlife.
If you prefer your holidays with a more relaxed vibe, a few kilometres south of Naxos Chora, you’ll find the resorts of Agia Anna Naxos, Agios Prokopios, Stelida, Plaka and Mikri Vigla. Many of the island’s 4 and 5-star Naxos hotels are concentrated around here, and with some of the best beaches, waterparks, bars, tavernas and easy access to the legendary Temple of Demeter, there’s something for everyone.
Naxos Chora is the capital of the Greek island of Naxos and home to the main ferry port which serves Mykonos, Santorini and Piraeus on the Greek mainland. It’s a charming town with a backdrop of rolling hills and white-washed houses which cascade down the hillside to turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea. The most popular landmarks to visit are the ancient Portara - said to be the doorway to the Temple of Apollo, and the Venetian castle of Naxos which offers incredible views across the town.
A few kilometres south of Naxos Chora is the pretty resort of Stelida. Set on a peninsula with a pebble and sand beach, it boasts amazing views along the coastline. As Stelida is less than 10 minutes’ drive from Naxos Airport, there are no long transfers after your flight or ferry crossing. The resort features a small waterpark suitable for adults and children, and there are tavernas where you can enjoy delicious local cuisine. If you choose to stay in Stelida you can enjoy amenities of two resorts, as it’s possible to walk to Agios Prokopios and its popular 1.5-kilometre-long sandy beach.
Agios Prokopios is known to have one of the best stretches of beach on Naxos. Popular with families and couples, it offers a host of water sports and dive centres where you can obtain your PADI certification or explore subterranean wonders beneath the shimmering Aegean Sea. If you choose this area to stay in, you can spend leisurely days sun worshipping on the beach, sipping a cooling drink in laid-back cafes, or sampling tasty local cuisine in one of the many tavernas.
Agia Anna Naxos is a pretty coastal village with a pristine beach surrounded by verdant cedar woods and rocky promontories. This beautiful stretch of beach is particularly popular with families and couples who seek a relaxing holiday. If you choose to stay in Agia Anna Naxos you can immerse yourself in true Greek island living, staying in stylish apartments or low-rise hotels with a traditional Mediterranean feel.
Plaka is located on the west coast of Naxos around 20 minutes’ drive from the capital Naxos Chora. With 4 kilometres of soft sands and glistening turquoise waters, it’s a popular place to stay for families and couples seeking relaxation and beach fun. The village tavernas offer good value local cuisine and beachfront cafes can bring you snacks and beverages as you soak up the Mediterranean sunshine.
Mikri Vigla has powdery white sands and crystal-clear blue waters of the Aegean Sea. Just a few kilometres from Plaka, this unspoilt Naxos village offers a tranquil retreat for those seeking a peaceful holiday in Naxos. The cape is popular with photographers, nature lovers and artists with cedar forests and a peninsula which stretches out into the sea.
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