Best Hotels in Ikaria

Santorini Secrets · 2025-07-15T21:37:02.102Z

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The views from Toxotis Villasare exceptional.

The Best Hotels in Ikaria are mostly located in Agios Kyrikos or close to the best beaches of the island such as Armenistis, Gialiskari or Evdilos and Fanari. However, Ikaria is an island that is famous for its lovely mountain villages so you will find great hotels in places such as Raches that can make a great alternative accommodation. Ikaria is famous for its summer Greek festivals otherwise known as “panigyria” that are happening on a specific day (usually in July, August or September) to celebrate the name of a specific Saint.

BEST HOTEL IN IKARIA:Toxotis Villas

BUT ALSO CHECK:

For Beach: Erofili
For Families:Cavos Bay
For Couples: Anemoessa
Budget:Nefeli
All-Inclusive:**no all-inclusive**
Adults Only: **no adults-only**
In Agios Kyrikos:Anefanti Villas
In Armenistis:Toxotis Villas
In Evdilos:Kerame Studios

Ikaria is famously one of the Blue Zones in the world, with people actually living longer than average compared to other areas in the same country or region. The island itself is a little gem with a wild history full of conflicts while it was once an independent state. Today, the island lives out of tourism mainly but it is still not extremely developed with only a few independent B&B’s and family-run hotels.

Ikaria island is quite far from Athens, and you can reach it by taking a ferry from Piraeus (it takes 8 hours ) or alternatively (and easier), just take a direct 45-minute flight from Athens or Thessaloniki only as it’s not an international airport (always check Ferryhopper for the latest ferry schedules and Booking.com Flights for the most up-to-date flights to Greek islands).

I definitely believe you need a car in Ikaria, as it’s a pretty big island with lots of areas to see and explore. There are local buses, but they are not that reliable and frequent.

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