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Naxos is the island where your hotel budget stretches furthest in the Cyclades.
That's not a polite way of saying the options are limited — it's the opposite. Naxos has exceptional hotels at every price point, from five-star beachfront suites in Plaka to family-run boutiques in Chora where the owners deliver homemade cake with your morning coffee. What you won't find are the eye-watering €600/night minimums that Santorini and Mykonos have normalized. On Naxos, €150/night gets you something genuinely special.
The island's size and diversity mean your hotel choice matters more here than on a compact island like Paros or Milos. Staying in Chora (Naxos Town) puts you near the Portara, the castle, nightlife, and ferries. Staying on the beach strip — Agios Georgios through Agios Prokopios, Agia Anna, and Plaka — gives you sand and sea but requires transport for dinner options. And then there's the interior, where one remarkable mountain hotel has become a destination in its own right.
For the full area-by-area breakdown, read our guide to where to stay in Naxos. This article focuses on the hotels themselves — the ones worth your money.
Quick Answer: Best Hotels in Naxos by Category
Short on time? Here's the cheat sheet:
- Best five-star: Nissaki Beach Hotel — beachfront luxury on Agios Georgios, steps from Chora
- Best boutique: ELaiolithos — a mountain eco-retreat that redefines what a Naxos hotel can be
- Best for honeymoons: Naxian on the Beach — couples-only on Plaka's white sand
- Best for families: Kavos Hotel — pool, garden, beachfront Agios Prokopios location
- Best in Chora: Hotel Grotta — Portara views, character, and the best sunset terrace in town
- Best beachfront: 18 Grapes Hotel — style and sand in Agios Prokopios
- Best budget stay: Saint Vlassis — clean, central, family-run, and absurdly good value
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Boutique & Luxury Hotels in Naxos
ELaiolithos Luxury Retreat
This is the most unusual and rewarding hotel recommendation I give for any Greek island.
ELaiolithos sits in the Tragaea valley — the mountainous interior of Naxos, near the village of Chalki, surrounded by olive groves and with views of the island's highest peaks. It's an adults-only, eco-certified boutique where the restaurant only serves sustainable, seasonal dishes made with ingredients grown within five kilometers — much of it from the owner's family farm.
Suites are spacious with handmade textiles, full kitchens, patios with hammocks, and al fresco dining tables. Cooking classes, wine and cheese tastings with a sommelier, and bespoke adventure itineraries are tailored to each guest's interests. The heated pool feels like a private oasis.
The nearby Panagia Drosiani — the oldest Byzantine church in Greece — is an eight-minute walk. Hiking trails radiate from the property in every direction.
This is not a beach hotel. It's the hotel you choose when you want to experience a different side of Naxos — the agricultural heartland, the mountain villages, the food. And the food here may be the best hotel dining on the island.
Price range: €180–350/night
Best for: Couples, food lovers, hikers, anyone wanting something beyond beach-and-town
Good to know: You absolutely need a car. The mountain location is the whole point, but it means a 20-minute drive to the coast. Combine a few nights here with a few nights at a beach hotel for the best of both worlds.
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Naxian Collection
A hilltop collection of villas and suites about 2km from Chora with panoramic Aegean views. This is the closest Naxos gets to the villa-resort concept — spacious, private, and beautifully designed.
Eight suites share four semi-private pools; eight villas each have their own private pool (the Elegant Villa has two). Most include full kitchens, and Luxury Villas add jacuzzis. The restaurant serves organic dishes grown in their own gardens, there's a wine cellar with local reds and whites, and cooking lessons are available.
Laguna Beach is a 12-minute walk; sandy Agios Prokopios Beach is about 15 minutes on foot. You get seclusion without isolation.
Price range: €250–600/night
Best for: Couples wanting villa luxury, families needing space, honeymooners
Good to know: The hilltop location means some walking on slopes. Not ideal if mobility is a concern. Excellent value compared to similar villa concepts on Santorini.
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Nissaki Beach Hotel
The only five-star boutique hotel in Naxos Town. Nissaki sits on Agios Georgios (Saint George) Beach — the wide, sandy, impossibly shallow beach just south of the Chora — combining luxury facilities with walkable access to everything.
The pool is excellent, the jacuzzi attached to it a nice bonus, and the seaside restaurant serves quality Greek food all day. Rooms are contemporary with clean lines and sea views. The location is the real asset: you're on the beach yet a five-minute walk from the Portara, the kastro, and the restaurants of the Old Town.
Price range: €200–450/night
Best for: Travelers wanting five-star comfort within walking distance of town and beach
Good to know: Agios Georgios Beach is the most convenient beach in Naxos but not the most beautiful. If pristine white sand is your priority, consider Plaka or Agios Prokopios instead.
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Ammothines Cycladic Suites
A recently opened five-star near Plaka Beach that brings Santorini-level design to Naxos at Naxos prices. Suites are spacious, white-on-white with natural accents, and some come with private pools. The infinity pool overlooks one of the best beaches in the Cyclades.
Price range: €250–500/night
Best for: Design-conscious couples wanting a premium Plaka base
Good to know: Plaka is beautiful but remote — you'll need a car for restaurants and nightlife in Chora (15–20 minutes). The trade-off is waking up 50 meters from one of Greece's finest beaches.
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Honeymoon Hotels in Naxos
Naxian on the Beach
A couples-only, luxury property set directly on Plaka Beach — about 10 meters from the sand. If your priority is waking up to white sand and turquoise water, and you want to share that with no children, no tour groups, and minimal noise, this is the one.
Rooms are elegant with private terraces facing the sea. The design is understated Cycladic luxury — no over-the-top flourishes, just quality materials and thoughtful details. The intimacy of the property makes it feel like a private retreat rather than a hotel.
Plaka itself is a long, unbroken stretch of fine white sand — one of the best beaches in Greece. The southern end is clothing-optional; the section near the hotel is not.
Price range: €200–400/night
Best for: Honeymoons, romantic getaways, couples celebrating anniversaries
Good to know: You're remote here. No walkable restaurants beyond the hotel — you'll need transport for dinner. Many couples pair a few nights at Naxian on the Beach with a few nights in Chora for balance. If you're deciding between Naxos and other romantic islands, see our guide to the best Greek islands for couples.
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18 Grapes Hotel
In Agios Prokopios — one of Naxos's most popular beach areas — 18 Grapes is a boutique that consistently draws honeymooners who want romance without isolation. The name refers to the island's winemaking heritage, and the aesthetic follows through: warm, textured, inviting.
Rooms are stylish and well-appointed; the pool area is beautiful; and Agios Prokopios Beach is right there. What elevates 18 Grapes is the service — consistently praised in reviews as personal, warm, and genuinely attentive. The kind of place where staff arrange taxis, book restaurants, and deliver handwritten notes.
Price range: €150–300/night
Best for: Honeymooners, couples who want boutique style near a great beach
Good to know: Agios Prokopios has more restaurant options within walking distance than Plaka, making it a better base if you want evening options without driving.
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Best Hotels in Naxos Town (Chora)
Hotel Grotta
Character, views, and an unbeatable location. Hotel Grotta sits on the Grotta headland north of the Chora — a position that gives it direct Portara views and what is arguably the best sunset terrace of any hotel on Naxos.
Rooms are simple, clean, and well-maintained rather than designer — this is a three-star property with four-star views. What makes it special is the experience: watching the sunset over the Temple of Apollo from your terrace, then walking five minutes to the Old Town for dinner. The staff are warm and helpful in the unpretentious way that characterizes Naxos hospitality.
Price range: €80–180/night
Best for: Sunset chasers, history lovers, travelers who value location over luxury
Good to know: Some rooms have significantly better views than others. Request a sea-view room with a Portara angle when booking — it makes all the difference.
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Emery Hotel
A smart mid-range option in the heart of Chora. Clean, contemporary rooms, a pleasant pool area, and genuinely close to the town's best restaurants and the kastro. Emery strikes the balance between comfort and value that Naxos does better than any other Cycladic island.
Price range: €100–200/night
Best for: Couples, solo travelers wanting a comfortable Chora base
Good to know: No sea views, but the location is walkable to everything — port, beach, restaurants, nightlife.
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Family Hotels in Naxos
Kavos Hotel Naxos
In Agios Prokopios, right on the beach, with a pool, a garden, and the kind of laid-back family atmosphere that makes kids feel welcome without making adults feel they're at a kids' camp.
Rooms are spacious and clean, with family suites available. The grounds are well-maintained and shaded — important when you're traveling with small children in Greek summer heat. The beach here is sandy with calm, shallow water — perfect for younger swimmers.
Service is consistently praised: staff go out of their way to help families with logistics, local tips, and the kind of personal touches that make a difference when you're managing small people in a new place.
Price range: €100–220/night
Best for: Families with kids of any age
Good to know: Agios Prokopios is one of the most family-friendly beaches on Naxos, but it gets busy in August. Arrive early for beach spots. Bus connections to Chora are good.
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Iria Beach Art Hotel
On the long sandy stretch between Agia Anna and Plaka, this four-star property combines art-forward design with practical family amenities. Spacious rooms, beautiful grounds, pool, and direct beach access.
What sets it apart from standard family hotels is the attention to aesthetics — this is a property that looks and feels curated without sacrificing comfort for families. The breakfast is generous and the staff helpful.
Price range: €120–250/night
Best for: Families who want quality design and beach access
Good to know: Between Agia Anna and Plaka — good for beach days, but you'll want transport for Chora dining.
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Budget Hotels in Naxos
Saint Vlassis Hotel
In Chora, near the port, with rates that feel like they belong in a different decade. Saint Vlassis is a family-run three-star with rooms that are consistently clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. Air conditioning works, WiFi works, the breakfast is honest, and the location is walkable to everything.
What elevates it beyond "budget" is the ownership. This is the kind of place where guests mention the staff by name in reviews, year after year. Personal attention, local restaurant tips delivered with genuine enthusiasm, and the feeling that someone actually cares whether you enjoy Naxos.
Agios Georgios Beach is under five minutes' walk. The Portara is ten minutes. The Old Town restaurants are closer still.
Price range: €50–100/night
Best for: Budget travelers, solo visitors, couples who'd rather spend on food than rooms
Good to know: Some rooms are compact. Request a larger unit if it matters. The savings here fund several dinners at Naxos's excellent tavernas — and the food on this island is extraordinary.
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Sofi Pension
Another family-run gem in the Agios Georgios area. Rena and her family offer the kind of warm, attentive hospitality that makes people come back year after year. Rooms are simple but spotless, breakfast is homemade, and the beach is moments away.
Price range: €45–90/night
Best for: Budget travelers wanting family warmth and a beach-adjacent location
Good to know: Not fancy. Not trying to be. It's honest, warm, and one of the best values on the island.
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Practical Tips for Staying in Naxos
Getting there. Naxos has a small airport with seasonal flights from Athens (40 minutes). Most visitors come by ferry — about 5 hours from Piraeus on a standard boat, or 3.5 hours on a high-speed. Direct ferries also connect Naxos to Paros (40 minutes), Mykonos (under 2 hours), and Santorini (2–3 hours).
Do you need a car? If staying in Chora, no — you can walk to the beach, restaurants, and port, and buses serve the main beach strip regularly. If staying in Plaka, Mikri Vigla, or the interior, yes — a car transforms the experience. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, and its interior villages (Chalki, Apiranthos, Filoti) deserve exploration.
The food. Almost every visitor is caught off guard by how good the food is on Naxos. Because the island is agriculturally self-sufficient, the potatoes, Graviera cheese, and locally raised meats are some of the best in Greece. You'll likely spend less on dining here than on the more famous neighboring islands — and eat better.
Agios Georgios Beach for families. Parents consistently rave about Saint George Beach. You can walk out 50 meters and the water remains waist-deep and calm. It's the best starter beach for families in the Greek islands.
When to visit. June and September deliver warm weather, swimmable seas, and manageable crowds. July–August is peak season — hot, windy (meltemi), and lively. May and October are shoulder months with lower prices but some businesses closed.
Combine with other islands. Naxos pairs naturally with Paros (40-minute ferry) for the classic Cyclades combo. Add Milos or Santorini for a 10-day itinerary. For island comparisons, see our Naxos vs Paros guide or let our AI trip planner build the route.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best area to stay in Naxos?
Chora (Naxos Town) works for most first-time visitors — it has the Portara, the castle, walkable restaurants, and Agios Georgios Beach. Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna are the best beach bases with some nearby dining. Plaka offers the finest sand but requires a car. See our full where to stay in Naxos guide.
Is Naxos good for honeymoons?
Very much so. It's less crowded and less expensive than Santorini, with better beaches and equally romantic sunsets (just seen from the Portara instead of a caldera). Naxian on the Beach and 18 Grapes are both excellent honeymoon picks. See our guide to the best Greek islands for couples and honeymoons.
Is Naxos or Paros better?
Different strengths. Paros has trendier hotels and better nightlife. Naxos has superior beaches, richer food culture, more to explore (it's twice the size), and better value. Most island hoppers visit both — and the 40-minute ferry between them makes it easy. Read our detailed comparison.
Can I visit Naxos without a car?
Yes, if you stay in Chora or along the main beach strip (Agios Georgios to Agia Anna). Buses run regularly in summer. But you'll miss the interior — and the interior is where Naxos truly distinguishes itself from other Cycladic islands. A day or two with a rental car is recommended.
Still deciding where to base yourself? Read our complete guide to [where to stay in Naxos](https://greektriplanner.me/blog/where-to-stay-in-naxos). For broader planning, explore our guides to the [best Greek islands to visit](https://greektriplanner.me/blog/best-greek-islands-to-visit) and the [best Greek islands for first-time visitors](https://greektriplanner.me/blog/best-greek-islands-to-visit-for-the-first-time).