A charming small hotel on the island of Paxos, set directly on a beautiful pebble beach with clear turquoise water. The hotel offers comfortable rooms with sea views and is an ideal base for exploring this unspoiled island.
Paxos Beach Hotel stands directly on a picturesque pebble beach at the southeastern edge of Paxos island, one of the smallest and most unspoiled of the Ionian Islands. The property lies close to the village of Gaios, Paxos's principal settlement and main ferry arrival point, roughly a five-minute drive or twenty-minute walk along the coast path. The surrounding landscape is characteristic of Paxos — dense olive groves, limestone cliffs dropping to clear turquoise water, and a coastline free of mass development.
The hotel is a compact, family-managed property with a white-and-blue exterior typical of Ionian island architecture. Rooms are simply but attractively decorated, with tiled floors, local artisan touches, and private balconies or terraces overlooking the sea. The seafront rooms in the upper storey offer direct views across to the islet of Anti-Paxos and the open Ionian. Standard rooms on the lower level look onto the beach terrace and garden.
Beach access is immediate — a short path from the hotel entrance leads directly to the pebble shoreline, where the water achieves exceptional clarity due to the absence of river runoff on the small island. A collection of sunbeds and umbrellas operated by the hotel lines the beach. The adjoining restaurant serves lunch and dinner with a menu of fresh seafood, Greek mezze, and grilled dishes; dining on the terrace with the beach just metres away is one of the property's characteristic pleasures.
Paxos is popular for sailing, and visiting yachts moor in Gaios harbour throughout summer. The hotel is well positioned for day excursions to Anti-Paxos — which has two excellent sandy beaches — and to the sea caves of Grammatiko and Kastanida along the western coast. A water sports station adjacent to the hotel rents kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling equipment.
The island has no airport; guests arrive by ferry from Corfu (approximately one hour), Parga on the mainland, or Igoumenitsa. The hotel can assist with ferry schedules, boat hire, and scooter rental for island exploration.
Amenities
- beach access
- restaurant
- bar
- wifi
- water sports
Location
Gaios Beach, Paxos, 49082
39.1943, 20.1654 View on map
Highlights
- Beachfront location on a clear-water pebble beach with direct sunbed access steps from the rooms
- Sea-view rooms looking directly toward the islet of Anti-Paxos and the Ionian horizon
- Terrace restaurant serving fresh seafood and Greek mezze with the beach immediately in view
- Ideal base for day sailing and kayaking to Anti-Paxos's sandy beaches and the western sea caves
- Authentic Ionian island setting on one of Greece's least-developed and most peaceful islands
Tips for visiting
- Book three to four months ahead for July and August — the hotel is small and fills quickly
- Hire a scooter or small car on the first day to explore the island's best coves, including Monodendri and Kipiadi
- The Anti-Paxos ferry from Gaios harbour runs twice daily in season — the white-sand beaches there are far superior to most on Paxos
- Bring cash — Paxos has only one ATM in Gaios and it can run empty in peak season
- The route to Gaios village is a pleasant twenty-minute walk along the coast path for evening taverna dining
Accessibility
The hotel's beach access involves pebble terrain, which is difficult to navigate for wheelchair users. Ground-floor rooms with flat access to the terrace and restaurant are available. Guests requiring specific accessibility provisions should contact the property prior to booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel accessible by car?
Paxos has very limited road space. Most guests arrive by ferry and the hotel can arrange scooter or quad rental for getting around the island. Gaios harbour is the nearest drop-off point.
What is the best way to get to Paxos from Corfu?
A high-speed ferry from Corfu New Port to Gaios takes approximately one hour. Slower car ferries and excursion boats also operate seasonally from various Ionian and mainland ports.
Are there sandy beaches near the hotel?
The hotel sits on a pebble beach. Sandy beaches on Paxos itself are limited. The best sand beaches are on the nearby islet of Anti-Paxos, accessible by a short daily ferry service from Gaios harbour.
Does the hotel offer water sports?
A water sports station adjacent to the property rents kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling equipment. Sailing day charters can be arranged through the front desk.