Paliria Hotel
Chalkida - 2,El. Venizelou
With a view over the Evripos Strait, this 3-star Chalkida hotel is located by the main beach.
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Of all the Greek islands, Evia is one of the largest, second only to Crete, and one of the easiest to reach due to its proximity to Athens and the mainland, to which it is connected by two bridges. It boasts an impressive mountainous landscape, beautiful beaches washed by crystal-clear sea, lively towns and quaint villages.
In short, it has all the makings of an international tourism star. Instead, it is an unknown treasure outside Greece: tourism thrives on domestic guests, including many Athenians who choose the island of Evia for their weekends by the sea.
Much cheaper than the more famous islands, Evia is the right place for those who want to experience authentic Greek culture and mingle with the locals, a generous and hospitable people.
Given the easy and frequent connections with Athens, Evia can be visited all year round. Of course, summer is the best time to go to Evia because with the sunny days and high temperatures, you can enjoy the island’s beautiful beaches.
August is also the busiest month in Evia, but as it is less touristy than other Greek islands, it is possible to get good prices even in the high season.
Evia is a very large island and this should be taken into account when choosing where to stay. There are more developed towns, offering good connections to other places on the island and many services, and others that are quieter.
Although the island is almost unknown to international tourists, tourism on Evia is well developed and there is therefore a wide choice of hotels, flats and rooms with private individuals, well distributed in the different price ranges. Prices are generally lower than on the other Greek islands.
Chalkida is the main connection point to the mainland and a number of hotels have sprung up here to accommodate Athenians who come to the island to spend the weekend. It is the most convenient, both for ease of arrival and for the amount of shops, bars and services, and is particularly recommended for those who want to go out in the evenings.
One of the most touristy areas of Evia is Kimi (or Kymi), a pretty town along the east coast. It is an excellent starting point for excursions to the island’s main tourist attractions, boasts a long coastline, beautiful beaches in the surrounding area and characteristic historical buildings with beautiful wrought-iron balconies.
Ferries to Skiros depart from Kimi and it is therefore the recommended choice for those who want to combine the two islands in one holiday.
The town of Edipsos (or Loutra Edispou) is one of the most famous thermal resorts in Greece, an open-air spa that has attracted visitors since antiquity. Ancient emperors and modern-day celebrities such as Marcus Aurelius, Onassis and Greta Garbo bathed in its healing hot waters.
It is a little more expensive than the average Evia, but it is worth spending a little more to add a touch of relaxation to your holiday. You can choose from more than 80 thermal springs, all surrounded by lush vegetation and some right by the sea, perfect for relaxing to the sound of the waves!
Eretria is a town along the west coast of the island, developed from one of the oldest inhabited settlements of Evia. It is an ideal choice for lovers of history and culture.
Limni is a pretty town, a former fishing village, with typical taverns, stately homes and a harbour with which it is connected to Chalkida and Edipsos and other neighbouring islands.
Other places with a good choice of accommodation that can make a good base for a holiday are Rovies, Pefki, Amarinthos and Karistos.
We offer a selection of hotels at Evia to suit all categories of travellers. The most booked by tourists are the sea-facing hotels, often right on the beach. If you want to play it safe, choose one of the following: they are among the most booked hotels in Evia, sorted by number of reviews.
If you prefer space, privacy and the ability to prepare your own meals to a hotel holiday, book a holiday home at Evia. We recommend a few below, but in this case we advise you to book early because houses and apartments for rent at Evia are in high demand.
With so many kilometres of coastline during your holiday in Evia, you can choose from a variety of beaches, all of which are still authentic and uncrowded.
The beaches of Evia along the inland coast are generally sandy and gently sloping. The Aegean coast, on the other hand, is rocky and indented, with small beaches in coves that are often difficult to reach, perfect for those who like wild beaches or want to rest in solitude.
Here are the beaches not to be missed in Evia:
On an island as large as Evia, rich in scenic and cultural attractions, you really can’t be bored.
Each of the recommended places to stay is worth a visit, but if you are short on time, Chalkida is definitely worth a stop. The town’s landmark is the old bridge in the Euripo Strait, which is one of the links to the mainland and one of the few slide bridges still in use today.
Other characteristic buildings are the Karababa fortress (which can be visited inside), originally built by the Romans and later modified by the Ottomans and Venetians, and the Kokkino Spiti or Red House of the Maliou family, an example of fine architecture, occasionally opened for events and celebrations.
Evia, like any other Greek locality, is also rich in vestiges of antiquity. The most interesting ruins that can be seen on the island are all located in Eritrea and include the Ancient Theatre, the Temple of Apollo Daphnephoros, the Temple of Isis and the Tomb of Eros.
The most interesting religious buildings on the island include the Emir Zade mosque and the Aghia Paraskevi church in Chalkida; the Byzantine monastery of Moni Agiou Nikolaou Galataki, the hermitage of Aghios Christodoulos and the churches of Zoodoxos Pigi and Genisi Theotokou in Limni.
History, art and local culture enthusiasts will find a couple of interesting museums in Evia, including the Archaeological Museum of Chalkida, the Folklore Museum of Kimi, the Archaeological Museum of Eritrea and the Museum of Hydrobiology in Limni.
In Kimi you can also visit the house of Georgios Papanikolaoy, a Greek doctor famous for developing the pap smear.
Evia may not boast the nightlife of Mykonos or the glamour of Santorini, but its main centres nevertheless offer opportunities for recreation and entertainment.
Among the sporting activities, one of the most popular is spear fishing, while in August you can watch the traditional squid fishing.
The island’s mountains offer good opportunities for trekking and, in the winter months, even mountaineering. If, on the other hand, you are looking for absolute relaxation, head to one of the island’s thermal resorts. Apart from Edipsos, there are also Gialtra and Ilia.
The island of Evia does not have an airport. The easiest way to get there is to fly to Athens and from there take a bus to Chalkida. The bus journey from Athens to Evia takes just over an hour. It is also possible to take the bus to Chalkida from Thessaloniki.
Another option for those flying to Athens is to take a boat from the port of Rafina, only 15 km from the capital’s airport.
Evia is connected by boat to a few places, including the islands of Skyros and Alonissos.
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