Naxos
Rising from the Aegean, Naxos presents a mountainous landscape where green gorges snake between whitewashed villages and ancient ruins, all set against a fringe of long beaches. The island belongs to Greece and forms the largest of the Cyclades group, offering a mix of rugged interior and coastal openness. Its terrain invites both exploration of stone pathways and relaxation on sandy stretches.
The interior of Naxos is dominated by a spine of hills that give way to deep, vegetated gorges. The green walls of the gorges are dotted with native shrubs, creating cool corridors that invite hikers. Walking through these valleys reveals narrow streams and shaded trails that contrast with the bright façades of the villages perched on the slopes. The villages retain traditional whitewashed walls, narrow lanes and modest squares that echo centuries of island life.
Scattered across the island, remnants of ancient civilization rise from the ground, their stone blocks hinting at temples and public spaces that once thrived here. Along the coast, the long beaches extend for kilometres, providing space for swimming, sunbathing and wind‑driven water sports. Their uninterrupted length lets walkers trace the water’s edge for hours without encountering a break. Visitors can combine a hike through a gorge with a dip in the sea, moving from the cool shade of the mountains to the open horizon of the shoreline.
This juxtaposition of verdant gorges and uninterrupted shoreline makes Naxos a place where contrasting landscapes meet within a single island.
Where to stay in Naxos
From boutique lodges to luxury resorts, every Naxos accommodation is hand-picked by our local insiders for location, comfort, and character.
Aqua Breeze Villas
Aqua Breeze Villas sits directly on the sands of Plaka in Naxos, built on an intimate scale with just two guestrooms. The hotel incorporates eco-friendly choices across its grounds, using LED lighting, water-efficient plumbing, and non-toxic cleaning products. It stands as a beachfront retreat in Greece where salt-water swimming sits alongside a private organic garden and outdoor fireplaces.
Montana Villa
An outdoor swimming pool open seasonally, bordered by a sun terrace and garden, forms the physical center of Montana Villa. This hotel stands in the Aghios Prokopios area on the island of Naxos, Greece, near the beach. Airport transfers run around the clock for an extra fee, connecting directly to Naxos Island National Airport 3.3 kilometers away.
Villa Paradise
An attached winery sits on the grounds of Villa Paradise, an eight-room guesthouse facing the ocean in Naxos, Greece. A private beach area and a seasonal outdoor pool look directly onto the sea.
Villa Anamnisis
Villa Anamnisis sits a hundred meters back from the shore at Plaka Beach on the island of Naxos in Greece. The hotel features five bedrooms alongside five bathrooms, plus an elevated terrace looking directly over the sea. The building provides space for group stays, combining indoor living areas with open outdoor gathering spots.
Venti Villa Naxos
A seasonal outdoor pool sits surrounded by open-air terraces at Venti Villa Naxos. The hotel stands near the shoreline on the island of Naxos in Greece. The property is not wheelchair accessible, and check-in requires coordinating arrival times 48 hours in advance so the host can meet incoming travelers.
