Most of the hotels, apartments and guesthouses on Samos are in the coastal villages like Pythagorion and Kokkari, but also in the capitol of Samos, Vathi, and in other villages along the coastline there are hotels. All these hotels, with the exception of the 4 and 5 star hotels, are usually not very expensive. We were looking for nice hotels on Samos for the month of May in 2007 (1 week). The hotels that we usually go for are the smaller hotels, preferably with a seaview. A quiet location is a big plus. A studio or an apartment with a kitchen(block) inside would be the ultimate best. We have an open mind to any hotel where-ever on the island of Samos, but our first thoughts went to a hotel in Kokkari or Pythagorion. A quiet small holiday-house / villa in the middle of nowhere also sounds to our taste. These are the hotels on Samos that we ended up visiting or that we like the look of.

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Another hotel that we thought looked really interesting (and actually is!) were the Studios Ioanna in Limnionas. It's not really a hotel but more a small complex of 6 large studios, each with a seperate living space and sleeping space. They all have a kitchen and a coffee machine :). Limnionas is a small village with some houses spread over the green hills and the valley, with in the backdrop the mountain Kerkis. It is situated all the way on the other side of the island Samos, in the southwest. It has got its own beautiful large beach and it is closer to the naturist beaches. Here is where we had planned to spend the last few days of our holiday on Samos in peace. This is also a place we've returned to and plan to return to many, many more times, because it is so fantastic. The real Greece as you imagine it to be, with the peace and quiet, but also with a bit of fun, the friendly people and the nice, quiet sandy beaches. Have your handkerchiefs on stand by if you have to leave. One of my absolute favorite destinations. And Ioanna, the owner of this small complex is just the funniest and the sweetest person on the planet.

Tel: +30 22730 37320, Fax: +30 22730 37320 - Send an email to Ioannas Studios on Samos.

Above are the pictures I have made of the Studios Ioanna and the beach while I stayed there (several times now because we loved it so much we go back regularly). The place is very easy to find. When you drive into the village it is in the beginning of the village on the left side of the road clearly signed.

Limnionas attracts a special kind of people: the ones that are looking for the old and authentic Greece. They come for the peacefulness and not for the nightlife and the bars. A lot of them are young backpackers and people that like to be a bit more adventurous and like to walk and explore the nature and find quiet (or empty) beaches on the way.

More pictures and information about Limnionas and the beaches around the village you can find on the Limnionas page - (click here) and there are also a lot of nice pictures and more information on the website of Studios Ioanna in Limnionas that is made by the webmaster Jimmie.

Ormos is a quiet and friendly fishing village in the south of Samos next to Votsalakia and Kampos. It is prettier though and the houses have more character. It looks a bit older and more authentic than its close neighbours. On the edge of Ormos you can find the beach of Ormos. On the boulevard of Ormos there are various possibilities to have something to eat or drink, and there are also a few hotels. The village has a supermarket and a bakery. A little higher up in Ormos you can visit the nice old church and have a look over the bay.

Kerkis Bay Hotel is situated in the southwest of Samos island in the centre of the fishermens'village Ormos Marathokampos. It is built in a traditional style and there are 29 comfortable rooms with balcony, a bathroom, music, satelite tv, fridge, airconditioning and a hair dryer. There is an attractive reception lobby with seats and outside there are many pergolas. In the cosy village with its nice beach and good tavernas it is still pretty authentically Greek and not packed with tourists. The area is very pretty and the people in this part of Samos are very friendly and hospitable.

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In the picturesque fishing village of Ormos Marathokambou, on the south-western side of the island, this accommodation is built on the slope of a hill, overlooking the village and sea. With a beautiful view of the Aegean Seas endless blue, Oceanis Studios is only 300 metres from the sandy beach and just 150 metres from the centre of the village. There, you can find mini-markets, gift shops, coffee shops, bars and restaurants. From the nearby village port, you can visit other famous or even unfamiliar shores via small sailboats. Daily cruises around the island and neighbouring islands, such as Fournoi, Ikaria, Patmos and more, can also be organised. If you own a boat or cruiser, you can safely anchor it at the marina.

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Korali apartments are located only a 3-minute walk from the beach at Ormos, a very pretty and peaceful traditional fishing village on the south-west coast of Samos. At Korali, guests enjoy the independence and privacy offered by a fully equipped kitchen. Shops and mini-markets are very close by, but far enough to ensure peace and quiet. Relax on the balcony with beautiful views of the Aegean Sea. Take a short walk to the harbor, which is full of picturesque old and new fishing boats. An evening walk can be especially pleasant. Go for a a stroll in the garden. Continue into Ormos for charming restaurants. Or stay at the Korali to make the most of a home-from-home in Samos, Greece

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Located only a few metres from Marathokampos long beach, Votsalakia is a family-run hotel, which features an outdoor swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi access is available at the lobby. Votsalakia Beach rooms feature a balcony with views of the sea, the pool or the garden. They also include satellite TV, refrigerator and a private bathroom. There is a cleaning service 6 times a week. In Votsalakia Hotel continental breakfast is served every morning by the swimming pool. Next to the hotel there is also a Votsalakia tavern where guests can taste traditional Greek dishes. In the surrounding area of Votsalakia Beach there is also a gift shop, a mini market and a café bar which organizes Greek nights. The hotel offers free private on-site parking

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Scenically situated in Kampos Marathocampos (Votsalakia), Ledra Hotel is only 100 metres from the sea. The hotel features self-catered accommodation, surrounded by a garden and a pool with deck chairs and umbrellas. All rooms have balconies or terraces that offer views to the Aegean Sea and the lush surroundings. Each is decorated in warm colours and comes with a TV and safe. Air conditioning is provided at a charge. The pool bar serves refreshments and snacks, while 1 of the 2 outdoor swimming pools is dedicated to the children. In the evening you can get a drink at the main bar. Weekly BBQ nights are organized. In the reception area there is a satellite TV where guests can watch live sports broadcasts and movies. The hotels internet point provides guests with wired internet access at a charge. Hotel Ledra is 13 km from the port of Karlovasi and 33 km from Samos International Airport. The long sandy beach Psili Ammos is just 2 km away. Free public parking is provided around the hotel area.

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Within a few metres from Marathokampos sandy beach and built among lush natural surroundings, Golden Sand offers traditional-style apartments. It has a large swimming pool and provides free private on-site parking. Golden Sand Hotel has spacious air-conditioned apartments and studios each with a kitchenette, a refrigerator and a satellite TV. All rooms enjoy beautiful views of the Aegean Sea from their balconies. Guests can enjoy the sun at the swimming pool terrace featuring sun beds and parasols. There is also a separate pool for the children. Next to the pool, the bar serves snacks and refreshing drinks overlooking the sea. Within 200 metres from Hotel Golden Sand guests can find mini markets and taverns. Kampos village with its many shops and cafes is at 3 km. The picturesque fishing village Ormos is situated one km from the apartments.

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Situated in a quiet area of the lively coastal village of Pythagorion, Samaina Hotel is a charming building constructed in traditional Greek architecture, surrounded by a lovely rose garden. All guest rooms have either a balcony or a roof terrace, some of the rooms enjoying sea view. Each room features a bathroom with shower, refrigerator, and ceiling fan or air conditioning. Samaina Hotel offers tour desk and car rental services, providing tips and advices about Pythagorion and the surrounding area. Free Wi-Fi is available in the hotels public areas. At a short distance from Pythagorion guests can find the ancient Tunnel of Eupalinos and the lakes Mikri Glyfada and Megali Glyfada. Pythagoreion Archaeological Museum is just 200 metres away. Various beaches are also located within walking distance from Samaina Hotel.

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