Bustling waterfront cafés, sandy beaches and boat trips to nearby islands have long defined Skiathos as a destination that captures everything about a Greek island escape
Set among mature gardens above Megali Ammos, Aegean Suites is an intimate adults-only retreat that combines the privacy of an all-suite hideaway with panoramic views across the Aegean and easy access to Skiathos Town. With only 20 suites spread across a series of low-rise buildings, the hotel feels more like a private Mediterranean residence than a traditional resort. Pathways wind gently through colourful gardens, leading to quiet terraces, peaceful corners and elevated viewpoints where the sea is never far from sight. The architecture is understated and timeless, allowing natural stone, soft colours and Mediterranean planting to shape the atmosphere rather than dramatic design. Service is equally personal, creating an unhurried environment where attention is discreet and every stay feels individual. para-2 Every suite has been designed around generous proportions, privacy and comfort. Separate sitting areas, spacious bathrooms and private balconies or terraces provide room to settle into the slower rhythm that defines the property. Many suites enjoy uninterrupted views across the Aegean, while higher categories introduce outdoor jacuzzis and larger living spaces that elevate longer stays. The Heaven Suite and Two Bedroom Suite are particularly impressive, offering the space and flexibility to enjoy the hotel's residential style to its fullest. Rather than relying on fashionable design statements, the interiors favour lasting comfort, elegant furnishings and a calm palette that reflects the colours of the surrounding coastline. para-3 Pelagos Restaurant forms the culinary heart of the hotel, serving Mediterranean cuisine built around seasonal ingredients and carefully prepared local produce. The atmosphere remains refined without becoming formal, making it as suitable for a leisurely lunch as an intimate evening meal. Throughout the day, the Karavia Pool Bar offers lighter dishes, cocktails and refreshments beside the pool, allowing guests to spend long afternoons without ever needing to leave their sun lounger. Although dining within the hotel is a genuine highlight, Skiathos Town is only minutes away, placing a wide selection of waterfront tavernas, cafés and bars within easy reach whenever a change of scene appeals. para-4 The swimming pool sits quietly at the centre of the gardens, creating a peaceful focal point where the atmosphere rarely feels hurried. Days unfold naturally between the pool, nearby beach and shaded terraces, with no pressure to follow a schedule. Megali Ammos Beach lies only a short stroll away, while private boat charters, watersports and island excursions reveal the hidden coves and celebrated beaches that have made Skiathos one of Greece's most rewarding island escapes. When evening arrives, guests can easily wander into Skiathos Town before returning to the calm of the hillside setting, striking a balance that few locations on the island achieve so naturally. para-5 A small but thoughtfully designed spa offers massage therapies, wellness treatments and beauty rituals, complemented by a fitness area for guests wishing to remain active during their stay. The emphasis is not on extensive facilities, but on creating another opportunity to slow down, recharge and enjoy the relaxed pace that defines the hotel from arrival to departure. para-6 Aegean Suites enjoys an elevated position above Megali Ammos Beach, approximately 1.2 kilometres from Skiathos Town and around 3 kilometres from Skiathos International Airport, providing a peaceful setting that remains exceptionally convenient for exploring the island.
From £180 per night
Between Koukounaries and Banana Beach on Skiathos’ pine covered southwest coast, Elivi Skiathos spreads across 213 acres of forest and shoreline, combining three distinct accommodation collections with direct access to some of the island’s most celebrated beaches. The scale is considerable, but Elivi never reads as a single monolithic resort. Instead, it unfolds gradually through pine forest, gardens and coastal paths, with the Xenia Hotel, Grace Rooms & Suites and Nest collections each creating their own rhythm. That separation gives the stay real variety, from more traditional hotel accommodation to suites and villas with private pools, hot tubs and stronger residential character. The setting does much of the heavy lifting. Koukounaries lies immediately alongside the resort, Banana Beach is close by and the surrounding forest gives the entire property a strong sense of place. Sea views appear between trees and terraces, while the distance between different areas creates quieter pockets without losing the benefits of a large and well equipped resort. para-2 Accommodation is broad enough to suit very different styles of stay. The Xenia Hotel offers the most classic arrangement, including Double Xenia rooms and swim up options, while the Grace collection introduces more contemporary suites with private pools, hot tubs and direct beachfront positions. The Nest collections go further again, with larger suites, interconnected layouts and villas spread through both the Infinity and Grove areas. Junior and Premium Suites are available with either private pools or hot tubs, while interconnected options work particularly well for families and groups wanting extra space without losing privacy. At the top end, the Grace Suite, Nest Suite, Sunset Suite and Swan Villa each bring a more distinctive sense of scale and position. The strongest categories combine generous interiors with sea facing terraces and private outdoor space, making them natural choices for guests who want the resort around them without feeling dependent on its shared areas. para-3 Dining is as varied as the accommodation. Xenia Restaurant and Nest Restaurant handle breakfast in their respective areas, while Leda & The Swan moves into a more refined Mediterranean style for dinner and gives evenings a different tone from the more casual daytime venues. Nest Greek Fish Restaurant keeps things close to the island with seafood and local flavours, while Grace Restaurant adds an Italian influence and Hagoromo provides another distinct evening option. Elevate Bar brings sushi and cocktails into the mix, and the wider collection of bars makes it easy to shift from beach drinks to something more polished later in the day. That spread works especially well across such a large property. Rather than returning to the same area each evening, guests can move between different parts of the resort and make dinner feel like part of the exploration rather than simply another meal. para-4 The beaches are the real anchors of the Elivi experience. Koukounaries sits just beyond the resort and Banana Beach is similarly close, giving guests immediate access to two of Skiathos’ best known stretches of coast without needing to plan a day around getting there. Two outdoor pools, including an infinity pool, provide an alternative to the sea, while tennis, an outdoor gym, basketball and a wide range of water sports add plenty of movement. Snorkelling, diving, cycling and hiking open up the wider landscape too, which suits a resort built within such a large natural setting. Families are equally well catered for, with a kids club, play areas and accommodation options that make longer stays practical, while the resort’s layout allows adults to seek out quieter parts of the property whenever they want a slower pace. para-5 Elivi Spa gives wellness a proper place within the resort, with an indoor pool, hammam, sauna and treatment rooms offering massage and beauty therapies. Yoga, fitness sessions and personal training add structure for guests who want it, while the surrounding forest and coastline provide a naturally restorative backdrop. The spa works particularly well as a counterpoint to the beach focused side of the hotel, giving the stay another dimension on days when a quieter few hours feel more appealing than staying by the water. para-6 Elivi Skiathos sits on the southwest coast of the island between Koukounaries and Banana Beach, with Skiathos Port approximately 8 kilometres away and Skiathos Airport around 9 kilometres from the resort.
From £160 per night
