The Best Hotels in Amorgos, Greece, for Every Traveller

These affordable apartments, on a rocky hillside on the outskirts of the village of Lagada, are ideal for families. Accommodation ranges from studios to apartments, which can sleep up to five people, while all room types feature a generous living area, a fully equipped kitchen and expansive views over the Aegiali Gulf. It’s an easy five-minute drive or a picturesque half-hour walk to Aegiali Beach, the largest beach on Amorgos, and just 3km (1.9mi) from the Aegiali ferry port. Keep in mind that parking is a 400-metre (1,312ft) walk through a village alleyway.

This family-friendly holiday village dates back to the 1960s, when Michael and Kalliopi Gavala began building small traditional houses on Aegiali Beach for holidaymakers. Today, it’s run by the couple’s five daughters who are continuing in their parents’ hospitable footsteps. The rooms, studios and apartments are sited in a lush garden, with access to a pool, bar, restaurant and playground. A particular highlight is the beachside restaurant, serving up homemade food – think Mama’s dolmadakia (stuffed vine leaves) and patatato, a traditional Amorgian dish of goat and potatoes in a tasty tomato sauce. Plus, there’s also a Children’s Club, where children over four can learn the local language and enjoy activities, such as painting and dancing.

The Vigla Hotel, in the picturesque village of Tholaria, is the ideal base for hikers, with a number of the island’s best tracks and pathways passing nearby the hotel. The contemporary rooms are all air conditioned and feature private balconies or terraces. Need some time off from hiking? Spend the day relaxing around the pool, soothing sore muscles with the hydromassage jets and jacuzzi, before enjoying dinner at the poolside restaurant. The hotel grows its own seasonal fruits and vegetables – including courgettes, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, apricots and grapes – in the on-site orchards, and also makes its own delicious olive oil.

Looking for a luxurious getaway on Amorgos? Aegialis Hotel & Spa is the only five-star hotel on the island. Each of the modern rooms and suites boasts a unique design, with features ranging from handcrafted wrought-iron furniture to marble-clad hammams. The Lalon Idor Spa is a place of tranquillity, with an indoor pool, sauna, hammam and jacuzzi. Many of the treatments on offer use wild medicinal herbs – think an aromatherapy healing massage using essential oils from a local distillery. Plus, the hotel also hosts a number of yoga retreats throughout the year, which include accommodation, meals, spa access and daily yoga practice.

These characterful apartments are just minutes from the scenic Aegiali Beach and the ferry port. The apartments have been decorated in a homely way with traditional touches, such as stone walls, and each one features a fully equipped kitchen and its own balcony or terrace, with some boasting unobstructed views of the Aegean Sea. There are plenty of restaurants within easy walking distance – Amorgialos is recommended for traditional Greek food and local seafood, such as fresh tuna skewers – and it’s just a short drive to a number of the traditional villages scattered throughout the surrounding hills. Take Thoralia, for example – it’s just seven minutes away and is known for its pretty narrow alleys and whitewashed buildings.

These traditional holiday units, less than two kilometres (1.2mi) from Katapola Port, boast private terraces overlooking the sea. Each unit is elegantly decorated – think bright white walls with stone accents, grey tiled floors and crisp linens. They are also equipped with kitchenettes, with a fridge and cooking hobs, so you can prepare your own meals using local produce. If you’re travelling on a budget, book the Economy Double room. It’s slightly smaller than the regular double rooms, but still has a balcony with sea views.

In 1988, Luc Besson sparked international interest in the world of freediving with his cult film Le Grand Bleu (The Big Blue), which was filmed on Amorgos. Want to live out your “Big Blue” dreams? Check into this hotel in the village of Katapola, home to the island’s main port, where its bright white and blue interiors will make you feel as though you’re on a film set. Most of the simple rooms live up to the hotel’s name with views over the bright azure water, while the hotel is run by the friendly Mr Fanis, who is happy to recommend hikes, local beaches and other activities.