1 Konstantinos Palace
Karpathos Town - Main Street
Konstantinos Palace in Karpathos Town offers direct access to a private beach area and beachfront.
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The choice of accommodation is a key aspect of a successful holiday on Karpathos, an island in the Dodecanese that offers an extraordinary variety of accommodation. From traditional holiday homes to boutique hotels, family-run flats and scenic villas, the island caters for every type of traveller and budget.
The accommodation facilities on Karpathos are characterised by the preservation of traditional Greek architecture, characterised by white houses with blue shutters and wooden details that blend harmoniously into the natural landscape. Most accommodation is concentrated in the southern part of the island, where the climate is milder and services are more developed.
The offer ranges from inexpensive family-run guesthouses to luxury resorts with swimming pools and wellness centres. Many establishments retain an authentic character, offering the opportunity to come into direct contact with Greek hospitality and local culture, elements that distinguish Karpathos from the more touristy destinations of the Dodecanese.
The main accommodation areas provide easy connections to the island’s beautiful beaches and to other destinations in the archipelago, such as Rhodes and Kos, via ferries that operate during the summer season.
Pigadia (Karpathos Town), the capital and main port of the island, is an ideal choice for those wishing to stay in the nerve centre of Karpathos. The town offers the widest variety of accommodation, from modern hotels overlooking the harbour to flats in the old town, all easily accessible from the airport, which is only 13 kilometres away.
The town centre concentrates most of the essential services: restaurants, traditional taverns, shops, supermarkets and the liveliest nightlife on the island. Accommodation ranges from superior hotels with swimming pools and panoramic terraces to budget studios perfect for independent travellers wishing to explore the island on their own.
The long sandy beach bordering the town is an added bonus for those who choose Pigadia as their base. Boat excursions to the more remote beaches and boat connections to other Dodecanese islands depart from here. The central location also facilitates travel to all the attractions of the southern island.
Amoopi stands out as the most developed beach resort on Karpathos, located just 7 kilometres from Pigadia along the east coast. This area is home to some of the most beautiful beaches on the island, characterised by crystal-clear waters and golden sand, surrounded by a wide range of accommodation facilities ranging from holiday villages to beachfront flats.
The area is particularly attractive to families and travellers seeking comfort and services, offering hotels with swimming pools, quality restaurants and beach bars. The five beaches of Amoopi (Votsalakia, Kastelia, Maounas, Perammos and Little Amoopi) have different characteristics, some equipped with umbrellas and sunbeds, others completely free for those who prefer the natural setting.
The proximity to the airport (10 kilometres) and the availability of parking spaces make Amoopi perfect for those renting a car to explore the island. From here, one can easily reach the beaches of the east coast and the picturesque villages of the hinterland, such as Menetes, famous for its colourful traditional houses.
Arkasa is one of the most historically and culturally fascinating localities on the south-western coast of the island. This ancient centre, once an important trading hub of the Dodecanese, now offers a perfect balance of tradition and modernity, with accommodation ranging from charming hotels to traditional holiday homes.
The village preserves important archaeological finds and typical architecture characterised by pastel houses overlooking a beautiful bay. Accommodation in Arkasa includes family-run hotels that offer an authentic experience, allowing guests to come into direct contact with the local culture and enjoy traditional cuisine in the village’s taverns.
Arkasa’s convenient location provides easy access to some of the island’s most spectacular beaches, including nearby Agios Nikolaos with its turquoise waters.
Lefkos emerges as one of the most popular destinations for those seeking absolute peace and relaxation, situated on the west coast in a prime location between three small bays with fine, clear sandy beaches. This coastal resort offers accommodation particularly geared towards wellness and tranquillity, ideal for couples and travellers wishing to disconnect from the daily routine.
Accommodation in Lefkos ranges from flats with panoramic sea views to hotels surrounded by nature, many of which are within walking distance of the beaches. The area is renowned for its spectacular sunsets that colour the sky and sea in shades of gold and red, creating a romantic and relaxing atmosphere unique to the island.
The area has minimarkets and tavernas serving fresh fish and local specialities, maintaining an authentic character away from mass tourism. From Lefkos it is possible to explore the west coast of Karpathos and easily reach other scenic destinations such as Symi, which is connected during the summer by boat excursions.
Diafani is the island’s second port and the gateway to the northern part of Karpathos, characterised by a completely different atmosphere from the south. This fishing village offers simple but charming accommodation, ideal for those who wish to experience the most authentic and wild Greece, off the beaten tourist track.
Accommodation in Diafani is mainly family-run pensions and houses that retain the traditional character of the island. The village, with its blue and white houses adorned with colourful bougainvillea, offers an immersive experience in the local culture, with taverns serving ancient recipes and the chance to socialise with the locals.
Diafani’s location makes it an ideal starting point for excursions to the famous village of Olympos and for trekking in the unspoilt nature of the north of the island. Boat trips to the completely uninhabited and wildly fascinating island of Saria also depart from here.
Olympos offers an absolutely unique holiday experience in the Greek archipelago, being one of the best-preserved traditional villages in the eastern Mediterranean. Situated 310 metres above sea level, this mountain village offers accommodation that allows you to experience the Greece of yesteryear, in an environment where traditions are still alive and authentic.
The accommodation facilities in Olympos are mainly traditional houses converted into small family-run guesthouses and guesthouses. The Aphrodite Hotel and a few other establishments offer simple rooms but with breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea, allowing one to wake up to panoramas that embrace both sides of the island and the Anatolian coast.
Staying in Olympos requires a spirit of adventure and adaptation, but offers unforgettable memories in return. From here one can easily reach the trekking trails and explore the wilderness of northern Karpathos.
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