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For most visitors, the best areas to stay in Samos are Pythagorion and Kokkari, offering a blend of history, natural beauty, and local amenities.


Pythagorion, on the south-eastern coast, is a particularly good choice for couples and those interested in history. This UNESCO World Heritage site is built around a picturesque harbour, lined with tavernas and cafes. You'll find ancient ruins scattered throughout the town, including the remains of the Eupalinian Aqueduct and the ancient theatre. The main street, Lykourgou Logotheti, is bustling with shops and eateries.


Kokkari, on the north coast, is ideal for those who appreciate natural beauty and water activities. It's a charming fishing village known for its pebble beaches and green surroundings. The village centre has a lovely harbour with traditional fishing boats and seafront restaurants. Kokkari is popular with windsurfers and hikers, with trails leading into the island's lush interior.

Two of the best hotels in Samos that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are Casa Cook Samos and Doryssa Seaside Resort.


The Casa Cook Samos, with an exceptional 9.6 rating, is highly praised for its beautiful rooms and delicious food. Guests frequently highlight the friendly and amazing staff. The hotel also boasts a beachfront restaurant, private pool options, and a winery offering private tours. It is conveniently located near Potakaki beach, just 0.8 km away.


Another excellent choice is the Doryssa Seaside Resort, which has an 8.6 rating. This resort offers beachfront dining, a poolside bar, and rooms with sea views. It is particularly noted for its great breakfast and location, and guests often mention the friendly staff. Potakaki beach is a mere 0.3 km from the resort.

Two of the best family-friendly hotels in Samos are the Hydrele Beach Hotel and the Doryssa Seaside Resort.


The Hydrele Beach Hotel, with an 8.6 rating, offers a children's pool, a playground, and complimentary rollaway beds and cribs, making it very convenient for families. Highchairs and strollers are also available for younger guests. It is located just 0.7 km from Potakaki beach. Guests frequently mention the super friendly and helpful staff, and the great location.


Another excellent option is the Doryssa Seaside Resort, rated 8.6. This resort provides a children's pool, a playground, and complimentary cribs. Families will appreciate the free breakfast, which includes a buffet option, and the availability of kids' meals. It is also very close to Potakaki beach, just 0.3 km away. Guests often praise the great breakfast, the wonderful location, and the friendly staff. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Samos

For a luxurious stay in Samos, both Casa Cook Samos and Doryssa Seaside Resort are excellent choices.


The Casa Cook Samos, with an outstanding 9.6 rating, is highly praised by guests for its beautiful rooms, delicious food, and incredibly friendly staff. This hotel offers a private pool, premium bedding for ultimate comfort, and a beachfront restaurant. For those interested in local produce, there are private winery tours available, and guests can also enjoy the Turkish bath or hammam. It is conveniently located near Potakaki beach, just 0.8 km away, and the Castle of Lycurgus, which is 1.9 km away.


Another superb option is the Doryssa Seaside Resort, rated 8.6. This hotel is top for its great location and friendly staff, with guests often complimenting the breakfast. It features a beachfront restaurant with alfresco dining, a garden-view restaurant, and sea views from many areas. There is also a poolside bar and rainfall showerheads in the rooms. For recreation, guests can enjoy onsite outdoor tennis. The resort is very close to Potakaki beach, only 0.3 km away, and the Castle of Lykourgos Logothetis is just 1.0 km from the property. Find more luxury hotels in Samos

For an excellent all-inclusive option in Samos, consider the Samaina Inn.


The Samaina Inn, with an 8.2 rating, offers an extensive all-inclusive experience. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool with comfortable sun loungers and a convenient poolside bar. A full breakfast is included, ensuring a great start to your day. The hotel is located just 2.4 km from Potami Beach, making it easy to enjoy the beautiful coastline. See more all-inclusive resorts in Samos

For the best spa hotels in Samos, consider Casa Cook Samos, Erato by Samian Mare, and Hydrele Beach Hotel.


The Casa Cook Samos, with an exceptional 9.6 rating, offers an extensive full-service spa. Guests can indulge in a wide range of treatments including steam rooms, various massages like Thai, deep tissue, and hot stone, as well as body treatments, reflexology, manicures, pedicures, and Ayurvedic therapies. It features couples' treatment rooms and offers spa services daily. It is also conveniently located near the Castle of Lycurgus, just 1.9 kilometres away. Guests frequently praise the friendly and amazing staff, delicious food, and beautiful rooms.


Another excellent option is the Erato by Samian Mare, rated 9.2. This hotel also provides a full-service spa with diverse amenities such as couples' treatment rooms, body scrubs, a Turkish bath or hammam, a steam room, aromatherapy, and various massage options including sports and deep tissue. Spa services are available daily.


The Hydrele Beach Hotel, with a solid 8.6 rating, features a spa that includes deep tissue massage, facial treatments, body treatments, sports massage, manicures, pedicures, body scrubs, reflexology, and a Turkish bath or hammam. The spa is accessible, and the hotel is located just 1.8 kilometres from the Castle of Lycurgus. Guests consistently praise the super friendly and helpful staff and the great location. See all spa hotels in Samos

Several hotels in Samos offer complimentary breakfast, including Casa Cook Samos, Doryssa Theorem Hotel, Arion Hotel, Doryssa Lithos Hotel, and Samaina Inn.


The Casa Cook Samos, rated 9.6, provides a free full breakfast and is recognised as a Hellenic Chamber Boutique Hotel, offering a couples dining experience. Guests consistently praise the friendly, amazing staff, delicious food, and beautiful rooms. It is conveniently located near Potakaki beach, just 0.8 km away, and attractions like the Tunnel of Eupalinos and the Castle of Lycurgus.


Another excellent choice is the Doryssa Theorem Hotel, with an outstanding rating of 9.6. This hotel offers a free buffet breakfast and features amenities such as free WiFi and private balconies or patios. Guests frequently highlight the friendly, amazing staff, the excellent buffet breakfast, and the lovely decor. Its location is quite convenient, being only 0.2 km from the Castle of Lycurgus and 0.3 km from the Samos Pythagorion Archaeological Museum.


The Arion Hotel, rated 9.2, provides a complimentary continental breakfast. It boasts an outdoor pool with a poolside bar, free WiFi, and free self-parking. The hotel is situated very close to Kokkari Beach, just 0.1 km away.


Doryssa Lithos Hotel, with an exceptional rating of 9.8, includes a free cooked breakfast. It also offers free WiFi, sun loungers by the pool, and a poolside bar. This hotel is located 0.7 km from the Castle of Lycurgus and 0.4 km from the Folklore Museum of the Nikolaos Dimitriou Foundation of Samos.


Lastly, the Samaina Inn, rated 8.2, offers a free full breakfast. This all-inclusive property features an outdoor pool with sun loungers and a poolside bar, ensuring a relaxing stay.

For top pet-friendly hotels in Samos, consider the Casa Cook Samos, Nisea Hotel Samos, Hotel Aria, Nepheli, and Doryssa Lithos Hotel.


The Casa Cook Samos, with an exceptional 9.6 rating, is a fantastic choice for travellers with pets. It welcomes both dogs and cats and provides food and water bowls, with pets staying free of charge. Guests frequently praise the friendly and amazing staff, the delicious food, and the beautiful rooms. It is conveniently located just 0.8 km from Potakaki beach.


Another excellent option is the Nisea Hotel Samos, rated 9.2. This hotel permits pets, including dogs and cats, and provides food and water bowls, with pets staying free. The rooms are noted for being clean, and the pool is described as amazing. It is situated 1.0 km from Glicorisa Beach and 3.2 km from Mykali Beach.


Hotel Aria also welcomes pets, which stay free, and offers amenities such as free WiFi and free self-parking. It is located 1.9 km from Gagou Beach.


Nepheli is a pet-friendly option that specifically welcomes dogs, with pets staying free. It features an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and pool umbrellas, and has a rating of 8.2.


Finally, the Doryssa Lithos Hotel, with a superb rating of 9.8, permits pets to stay free of charge. It offers complimentary breakfast, including cooked options. This hotel is 1.4 km from Glicorisa Beach and 1.8 km from Potakaki beach.

For budget-friendly hotels in Samos that offer excellent value, consider the Kalidon Panorama, Hotel Sofia, or Doryssa Boutique Hotel.


The Kalidon Panorama, with an impressive 9.6 rating, is highly regarded. Guests appreciate the complimentary buffet breakfast and the free area shuttle, making it easy to explore. It is also conveniently located close to several beaches, including Lemonakia Beach, which is just 0.3 km away.


Another excellent choice is Hotel Sofia, which boasts a 9.4 rating. This hotel offers a complimentary buffet breakfast and free self-parking. It also welcomes pets to stay free of charge.


The Doryssa Boutique Hotel, rated 9.0, provides a pleasant stay with free WiFi and a complimentary buffet breakfast. Guests can also benefit from free self-parking and free toiletries. It is within easy reach of the Tunnel of Eupalinos, approximately 1.1 km away. View all budget hotels in Samos

For a romantic stay in Samos, couples should consider the Casa Cook Samos or the Doryssa Theorem Hotel.


The Casa Cook Samos, rated an exceptional 9.6, is specifically designed for couples and offers a full-service spa with a wide range of treatments, including couples' treatment rooms, massages, and facials. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff, delicious food, and beautiful rooms. It is also conveniently located near the Castle of Lycurgus.


Another excellent choice for couples is the Doryssa Theorem Hotel, also with a high rating of 9.6. This hotel offers complimentary breakfast and free WiFi, and many rooms feature a balcony or terrace. Guests often highlight the friendly staff, excellent buffet breakfast, and lovely decor. The hotel is very close to the Castle of Lykourgos Logothetis and Glicorisa Beach. See all romantic hotels in Samos

For hotels in Samos near Glicorisa Beach, consider the Doryssa Theorem Hotel and the Doryssa Lithos Hotel.


The Doryssa Theorem Hotel, with an excellent rating of 9.6, is located just 1.9 km from Glicorisa Beach. Guests frequently praise its excellent buffet breakfast, convenient location, and lovely decor. Many rooms also feature a balcony or patio, great for relaxing.


Another highly-rated option is the Doryssa Lithos Hotel, which has an impressive rating of 9.8. It is situated 1.4 km from Glicorisa Beach and offers free breakfast, including cooked options, along with complimentary Wi-Fi. This hotel also provides free cribs and rollaway extra beds, making it suitable for families.

For hotels near Samos International Airport (SMI), consider the Doryssa Boutique Hotel, Casa Cook Samos, and Doryssa Seaside Resort.


The Doryssa Boutique Hotel, rated 9.0, is conveniently located just 0.6 km from Samos International Airport. Guests can enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast and free Wi-Fi, and pets are welcome to stay free of charge. It is also close to Potakaki beach, just 1.1 km away.


Another excellent option is the Casa Cook Samos, with an impressive 9.6 rating. This hotel is also just 0.6 km from the airport and offers a range of luxurious amenities, including a private pool, beachfront restaurant, and a private winery with tours. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff, delicious food, and beautiful rooms. Potakaki beach is a mere 0.8 km from the hotel.


The Doryssa Seaside Resort, rated 8.6, is 1.2 km from Samos International Airport. This resort is particularly suitable for families, offering a children's pool, a playground, and free cribs. A complimentary buffet breakfast is also provided, and it is very close to Potakaki beach, just 0.3 km away. Guests often highlight the great breakfast, convenient location, and friendly staff.

The best time to go to Samos is during the shoulder seasons of May, early June, and September, or during the peak summer months of July and August.


For those who prefer pleasant weather without the busiest crowds, May, early June, and September offer warm temperatures, ideal for exploring the island's beaches and historical sites. The sea is warm enough for swimming, and the natural landscape is at its most verdant in spring. This period is superb for couples or solo travellers looking for a relaxing holiday with opportunities for hiking and sightseeing.


July and August are the peak summer months, characterised by hot, sunny weather and a lively option. This is when all tourist facilities are fully operational, and the island's beach resorts are bustling. Families often find this time ideal, as the warm sea is superb for swimming and water sports, and there are plenty of activities for all ages. While it's the busiest time, it's also when Samos truly comes alive with events and entertainment.

Samos offers a few distinct areas for evening entertainment, each with its own character.


Vathy, the capital, has a good selection of bars and cafes along its waterfront. You'll find places that are open late, offering drinks and music. There are also some traditional tavernas in the older part of town that stay open into the evening.


Pythagorio is another popular spot for nightlife. Its harbourfront is lined with bars and clubs that cater to a lively crowd, especially during peak season. You can expect music and dancing in many of these establishments. There are also quieter options if you prefer a relaxed drink by the sea.


Kokkari, a picturesque village, provides a more laid-back nightlife experience compared to Pythagorio or Vathy. It has several beach bars and cafes that are ideal for evening drinks with sea views.

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