Corfu Hotels and Accommodation: Where to Stay on the Island

Saint Nicholas Beach Apartments sit at the water's edge on the beach of Agios Nikolaos at the entrance to Dassia, with their own private beach, a swimming pool and a playground. The air-conditioned studios have marble floors, a fully equipped kitchen, a 32-inch satellite TV and free Wi-Fi throughout, set in gardens of olive, palm and fruit trees. Corfu Town and the airport are 12 kilometres away, and free private parking is provided.

Villa Lefki stands among green fields near Agios Matthaios village, a fully equipped villa with a large pool, sun terrace and big garden. It has a living room with fireplace, satellite LCD TV and DVD player, a dining area and a kitchen with microwave, dishwasher and coffee maker, opening onto sea-view balconies and patios with direct garden access. The nearest beach is a 5-minute drive, Corfu town and port are 20 kilometres away, and there is a spa bath, barbecue, playground and free on-site parking.

Konstantina Apartments occupy two houses of 30 apartments in Kavos, 100 metres from one of the most beautiful sandy beaches on Corfu. A garden with a swimming pool, children's pool and pool bar sits at its heart, where breakfast is served each morning. Built by the grandfather and extended by the next generation, this family-run resort has welcomed guests for 25 years, and its family atmosphere brings many visitors back.

Anna Pension offers relaxed, reasonably priced accommodation on the hill just above the bay of Liapades, with fantastic views over the sea. It has three studios and two apartments on a 1,000-square-metre plot, 5 minutes on foot from Liapades beach, with parking on site. The rooms are simple but spacious, made for tranquillity and views; the quieter Rovinia Beach is about 20 minutes away, and the area is good for walks.

The Amalia Complex stands in the quiet village of Nissaki in the northeast of Corfu, three buildings around a large swimming pool. You can book a studio or an apartment with 2 or 3 bedrooms, simply furnished with a full kitchen, large fridge, coffee maker, dining area and TV, on excellent beds. The bedrooms open onto a large balcony looking over the nature, the sea and, in the distance, the island's capital, with Mount Pantokrator to the right, and a path leads down to the beach and its tavernas.

Bella Vista Hotel Studios sit on a quiet side street off the beach road in Benitses, split between a hotel and a nearby building of studios and apartments. Three friendly sisters run the complex, and breakfast is served in the hotel. Each brightly decorated studio has its own mural, a brand-new kitchenette and fridge, a TV and a balcony, and the seafront tavernas, supermarkets and shops are around the corner in a village that has become quiet and pleasant again.

Solaris Apartments lie on a side street off the road to the port of Kassiopi in the northeast of Corfu, small buildings around two very large pools, one with a children's section. A snack bar on site serves cheap snacks, and shops, bars, tavernas, a bakery and a supermarket stand 20 metres away, with five beaches within 10 to 15 minutes on foot. Studios and standard or luxury two-bedroom apartments are available, some with balconies over the pool and over the village and its old Venetian castle.

The Paradise Inn sits among olive groves near a secluded beach a few kilometres from Paleokastritsa, one of Corfu's most picturesque resorts. Guests start with a buffet breakfast, relax around the pool with drinks and snacks from the bar, and eat Greek and Mediterranean dishes made with local organic produce in the restaurant. The modern, air-conditioned rooms have satellite TV, a fridge and a private balcony with views of the pool or the surrounding hills.

Ipsia Apartments stand in a tranquil spot with a great sea view, a 4-minute walk from the centre of Paleokastritsa yet free of noise. The property suits couples and families who want to be close to nature, with different studios for rent and apartments for up to 6 people. A sandy beach of crystal-clear water lies close by, an easy base for quiet, relaxing days.

Barbati View apartments face the northeast coast at Barbati, looking over the beach and the clear Ionian sea toward Corfu Town and the Greek mainland. The self-catering studios and apartments for 2 to 5 people each have a sea-view balcony, satellite TV, safety box, microwave, fridge, hairdryer, air conditioning and free parking. A swimming pool with free sunbeds and a separate children's pool sit on site, and the beach and village centre are 300 metres away, a supermarket 150 metres and the bus stop 200 metres.

Erifili Apartments lie on the coast at Sidari, 800 metres from the small town, an ideal base for relaxation in the quiet Greek countryside. Surrounded by forests, the apartments look onto a private garden and the natural terrain, with the stunning Canal d'Amour and its white carved rocks close by. Sidari itself has a beach, tavernas, cafes, local shops and a range of watersports.

Marina Apartments stand just 100 metres from the centre of Agios Gordios, with spacious self-catering studios and apartments in a clean, relaxed setting. Each has a fully equipped kitchenette and free wireless internet, and the garden offers barbecue facilities for al fresco dining, with a nearby outdoor pool. The lively tavernas, bars and restaurants of Agios Gordios are a short walk away, and the beach is 500 metres off.

Nikolaos House sits in Kommeno, the most exclusive area of Corfu, 11 kilometres from town and about 3 kilometres from Dassia and Gouvia. The complex has 12 apartments for 2 to 5 people, each with a sea view, 150 metres from a sandy beach and 50 metres from a mini-market, with restaurants and tavernas 50 to 150 metres away. Spa facilities, watersports, sailing, cruises and tours all start within walking distance.

Adriatica View offers family-run, fully equipped apartments with a panoramic view of the Ionian Sea and the sunset, a few minutes' walk from the beach. Guests enjoy spacious self-catering apartments with free wireless internet, free private parking and large private balconies for taking in the sunset. Gardenos Beach is 100 metres away, ideal for quiet sunbathing, and the traditional fishing village of Vitalades is close by.

Vlachos Apartments are gay-friendly studios and apartments on the long beach of Acharavi on the north coast of Corfu, surrounded by a garden of flowers, bushes and palm trees. The balconies give breathtaking views over the sea toward the Diapontia and Albanian mountains and the sunsets. Far from the noise of the city, the apartments offer serenity and romantic sea and mountain views.

Beach Front Salvanos apartments sit right on the coast, 500 metres from the centre of Acharavi in the north of Corfu and about 35 kilometres from the airport. The fully equipped apartments suit families and couples in a resort that is neither secluded nor overdeveloped, with watersports available. Restaurants and a supermarket are 150 metres away, the centre of Acharavi with its bars, bank and pharmacy is 500 metres off, and a neighbouring pool is free to use.

Alexander Apartments stand 200 metres from the sea in Acharavi, close to day and night-time entertainment, with free private parking. Each apartment has good self-catering facilities and a private balcony over the local scenery, set among lush gardens. The owners can arrange car rental, a public bus runs next to the property, and nearby shops, tavernas, restaurants and a beach are all within walking distance; the apartments are simple but very cheap.

The Bella Vista Beach Hotel is a small, recently renovated hotel in Benitses, close to the beach and Old Corfu Town and 12 kilometres south of the capital. It has 23 air-conditioned bedrooms in bright, cheerful colours, each with satellite TV, a fridge, telephone, en-suite bathroom and a private balcony or patio. A full Greek breakfast is included, and the hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a bar, 24-hour reception, car rental, free parking and nearby swimming pools. Built in 1980, it was fully renovated in 2003.

San Marco Villas occupy a quiet hillside above the village of Aghios Markos, with panoramic views to the sea, close to the resort of Ipsos and a short drive from Corfu Town. The villas offer B and A class accommodation with the facilities of a luxury hotel, in 2-bedroom apartments and twin studios, all furnished, equipped and air-conditioned with a sea-view balcony. Newer maisonette-type apartments add a second bathroom with hydro-massage and a second sea-view veranda. The nearest beach is about 500 metres away at Pyrgi village, where all watersports are available, and there is a restaurant on site.