The 8 Best Hotels
in Naxos
Naxos is the largest and greenest island in the Cyclades, and its hotel scene reflects that scale and variety — you'll find everything from clifftop suites overlooking the Portara to whitewashed village guesthouses buried in the marble-paved lanes of Naxos Town. Unlike Santorini, where hotels charge a premium purely for the caldera view, Naxos offers genuine value: a sea-view suite here costs roughly 30–40% less than its equivalent on Thira. The island divides naturally between the port-capital Chora, the long sandy west coast running through Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna, and the interior mountain villages of Halki and Apeiranthos — each with its own accommodation character.
We've narrowed it down to 8 hotels across three tiers: 2 splurges, 4 mid-range, and 2 budget picks. The splurge category earns its price through private pools, architectural drama, or genuinely extraordinary service. Mid-range is where Naxos really shines — owner-run Cycladic properties with real personality at €100–180 a night. Budget picks are honest about trade-offs but won't leave you miserable; both sit close to the beach or the old town.
| Hotel | Neighborhood | From €/night | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Grapes Naxos | Chora (Naxos Town) | €220–480 | Splurge |
| Naxian Collection | Stelida Hill, near Agios Prokopios | €280–620 | Splurge |
| Hotel Grotta | Grotta, Naxos Town | €110–230 | Mid-range |
| Kavos Boutique Hotel | Agios Prokopios Beach | €120–260 | Mid-range |
| Chateau Zevgoli | Kastro, Naxos Town | €100–200 | Mid-range |
| Agia Anna Beach Hotel | Agia Anna Beach | €90–185 | Mid-range |
| Hotel Anixis | Chora port area, Naxos Town | €50–110 | Budget |
| Despina Apartments | Agios Prokopios | €45–95 | Budget |
Where to stay in Naxos
Naxos splits into three distinct zones that feel quite different on the ground. Chora (the port capital) gives you history and restaurants; the west coast beaches suit sun-and-sea priorities; the mountainous interior is for travellers escaping both. Your choice of base determines your entire experience of the island.
The island's capital stacks layers of Venetian, Ottoman, and Cycladic history across its hillside, culminating in the walled Kastro at the top. Hotels here range from medieval tower houses to clean port-side budget options. You can walk to the Portara (the ancient marble gate), the old market lanes, and the best restaurants on Naxos. Prices are moderate by Greek island standards — expect €80–200 for mid-range, with the boutique Kastro options pushing higher.
This 5-kilometre stretch of fine sand on the west coast is where most beach-focused visitors base themselves. Hotels vary from smart boutique properties with pools to budget apartments, all within walking distance of the water. It's more purpose-built for tourism than Chora but not tacky — tavernas are genuinely good and the sea is reliably calm and shallow. Slightly cheaper than Chora for comparable rooms, and very car-friendly.
South of Agia Anna, Plaka is a wilder, less developed beach backed by sand dunes and tamarisk trees. Accommodation here is sparse — mostly small apartments and one or two simple hotels — and genuinely quiet even in August by Greek standards. It draws naturists, windsurfers, and travellers wanting to avoid the main beach circus. A car is essentially required; prices drop noticeably compared to the Prokopios strip.
The marble-paved village of Halki and its neighbours in the Tragaea plateau are Naxos's best-kept open secret — olive groves, Byzantine churches, and almost no tourist infrastructure. A handful of small guesthouses and restored village houses operate here; they're priced well below the coast. Ideal for travellers renting a car to explore the island's real character, but you're fully dependent on your own transport and advance planning.
18 Grapes Naxos
Tucked inside a restored Venetian-era building in the Kastro quarter, 18 Grapes is a design-forward boutique hotel where rough-cut stone walls meet bespoke wooden furniture and curated local ceramics. Breakfast is served on a terrace that catches the morning light off the Aegean, and the owners — a Greek-French couple — have sourced every detail from Cycladic craftspeople. The feel is hushed and grown-up: no pool, but you're three minutes from the port-beach and surrounded by the best restaurants in Chora.
- Venetian building with original stone vaulting
- Design-led rooms with local artisan furnishings
- Breakfast terrace with Aegean morning light
- Walking distance to Portara and old town
- Owner-curated, genuinely independent feel
Naxian Collection
Spread across a hillside estate above the west coast, the Naxian Collection is a cluster of private villas and suites with individual plunge pools and panoramic views down to Agios Prokopios beach. The aesthetic is restrained Cycladic luxury — whitewash, local marble, and linen — without the ostentatious flourishes common on Santorini. The on-site restaurant sources heavily from the island's interior farms, and the spa uses Naxian thyme and citrus in its treatments. A shuttle runs to the beach but the isolation is a genuine feature here.
- Private plunge pools on hillside villas
- Farm-to-table restaurant using Naxian produce
- Spa treatments with local botanical ingredients
- Unobstructed sunset views over the west coast
- Quieter alternative to comparable Santorini resorts
Hotel Grotta
Hotel Grotta sits on the rocky northern edge of Naxos Town, a ten-minute walk from the ferry port, with uninterrupted sea views from most rooms and a pool terrace cantilevered above the water. It's a family-run establishment that has been here for decades — nothing flashy, but the rooms are clean and airy, the staff know the island in depth, and the sunset from the upper terrace is as good as anything you'd pay triple for in Oia. Rooms with sea-view balconies are worth the small supplement.
- Pool terrace directly above the Aegean
- Ten-minute walk to Portara and old town
- Family-run with long local knowledge
- Sea-view balcony rooms at reasonable rates
- Good base for island-wide day trips
Kavos Boutique Hotel
Kavos sits a two-minute walk from one of the Cyclades' finest sand beaches — Agios Prokopios — and has the kind of infinity pool that faces due west for sunsets. The architecture is crisply Cycladic: blue shutters, marble floors, whitewashed courtyards. Rooms are generously sized for the price bracket, with proper stone finishes rather than the thin-render look common at cheaper beach hotels. The owners are hands-on and breakfast, included in most packages, features local cheeses and Naxian honey.
- Two-minute walk to Agios Prokopios beach
- West-facing infinity pool for evening sunsets
- Local breakfast with Naxian dairy and honey
- Generous room sizes for the price bracket
- Owner-run with attentive, personal service
Chateau Zevgoli
A genuine medieval tower house inside the Venetian Kastro district, Chateau Zevgoli has been operating as a small guesthouse for decades, with stone spiral staircases, arched doorways, and rooms that feel more like a private home than a hotel. It's intimate — only nine rooms — and the owner Despina has been hosting guests for years with the kind of warmth that makes repeat visitors return. The location, deep in the warren of the old town, means no car access but maximum atmosphere.
- Medieval tower house inside the Venetian Kastro
- Stone staircases and arched original architecture
- Nine-room intimate scale with personal hospitality
- Heart of Naxos Town's most atmospheric quarter
- Decades of owner-run continuity and local knowledge
Agia Anna Beach Hotel
Positioned directly on Agia Anna beach, this straightforward mid-range hotel offers beachfront access at a fraction of comparable Santorini prices. Rooms are simple but well-maintained, with most facing the sea; the lower floor units step almost directly onto the sand. The tavernas, water sports, and the sandy shallows that make this stretch ideal for families are all right outside. It lacks the design polish of Kavos but makes up for it in location and price.
- Direct beachfront position on Agia Anna
- Sea-facing rooms with shallow sandy shallows nearby
- Walking distance to beach tavernas and watersports
- Family-friendly layout and relaxed atmosphere
- Strong value compared to similar Cyclades beaches
Hotel Anixis
Hotel Anixis is a clean, honest budget option in the lower port area of Naxos Town, a five-minute walk from the ferry terminal and ten minutes from the Portara. Rooms are compact but freshly maintained with good air-conditioning — essential in July and August. The communal terrace catches a sea breeze and there's free parking nearby, which is genuinely rare this close to the centre. Staff are helpful with bus timetables and beach recommendations. Nothing luxurious, but reliable and well-priced.
- Five-minute walk to the ferry terminal
- Free parking — rare this close to the centre
- Clean, reliable rooms with working air-conditioning
- Helpful staff with solid local knowledge
- Strong value for Naxos Town location
Despina Apartments
A family-run apartment complex in the village of Agios Prokopios, a short walk from the beach, Despina Apartments offers self-catering studios and one-bedroom units with kitchenettes at some of the lowest honest prices on the west coast. The setting is quieter than the main beach strip — a five-minute walk to the sand — and the owner keeps everything spotless. Ideal for longer stays where having a kitchen drops daily costs significantly. No pool, no restaurant, but a supermarket is a four-minute walk.
- Kitchenette studios at some of the island's lowest rates
- Short walk to Agios Prokopios beach
- Family-run with high cleanliness standards
- Supermarket four minutes on foot
- Ideal for longer stays with self-catering savings
Frequently asked questions
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How we chose these hotels
Our editorial team reviewed Naxos's hotel landscape and selected 8 across budgets, prioritising properties that capture local character — heritage architecture, owner-run boutiques, surf-town informality — over generic resort-chain accommodations. Where two hotels are comparable, we pick the smaller, owner-run option.
None of these hotels paid to be included, and we have no commercial relationship with any of them. Use the "View on Google Maps" links above to find each property's official website, current rates and availability. Prices are estimated nightly ranges in EUR for a double room and will vary by season and availability. Recommendations are reviewed every six months; this guide was last updated April 2026.
When to visit Naxos
For everything you need to plan a Naxos trip — neighbourhoods, food, things to do, day trips, transport — see our complete Naxos travel guide.