Where to Stay in Kefalonia

17/4/2023

Argostolion. Credit K. Kouzouni/GNTO

Kefalonia is the largest island in the Ionian Island group and definitely one of the most beautiful. Like all the others in the group, it is very green and lush forests cover much of the island. As an island with an international airport, it is easy to get to and has lots of facilities for tourists. With lots of villages and towns up and down the island, it can be difficult to decide where to stay, this is where we come in. When you enquire with us, we can go through everything in more personal detail but here is a more general overview of the main places.

Lassi

Located on the western coast and backing onto the island’s capital Argostolion, Lassi has everything you could need, at your fingertips. With lots of choices of accommodation and a variety of restaurants, it can cater perfectly to what you’re looking for. There are also a number of beaches very close, the two nearest are Gradakia and Paliostafida beaches. Being near to Argostolion, you have easy access to plenty of things to see such as the Lighthouse of Saint Theodore and the Memorial of Acqui Division. Lassi’s excellent location also includes being only a 10 minute drive from the airport

Saint Theodore Lighthouse between Argostolion and Lassi

Scala

Sitting on the southern tip of the island, Scala also caters excellently for tourists with plenty of accommodation and lots of tavernas. It sits next to a lovely beach that is a mix of pebbles and sand. Skala is easily connected to Argostolion by the bus which makes it easy to get around if you don’t have a car. Sitting right next to the beach and the village is a Roman Villa. This popular historical site dates back to the 3rd century and has a lovely mosaic on the floor.

Assos

Assos is a picturesque village in the north of the island that straddles a small outcrop connected by a thin strip of land to the rest of the island. A much more traditional looking village than others on the island, there are a few hotels here and a number of apartments which offer views across the village and out to sea. It has a small pebbled beach which sits directly next to the buildings and with some waterfront tavernas. On the rocky outcrop sits the Venetian Castle of Assos, this large and powerful castle used to be one of the biggest and strongest castles on the island.

Assos. Credit K. Kouzouni/GNTO

Fiscardo

Fiscardo is the only village which escaped the great earthquake of 1953 and is very popular with the yachting community. Its cosmopolitan waterfront has tavernas run by famous Greek chefs, pleasant cocktail bars and so many pastel shades of houses you would think an artist had painted it. The village itself sits on the northern tip of the island and looks across the beautiful blue waters at the island of Ithaca. Accomodation here is apartments and villas that a short walk from the village.

Fiscardo

Spartia

Spartia has an excellent choice of accommodation with a wide range of properties. It is also only a 15-minute drive from the airport and within walking distance of a number of beaches. Whilst Spartia offers an excellent range of accommodation we would recommend renting a car if staying here as there aren’t many places to eat or things to see in the village.

Trapezaki

Located in the south west of the island nearby to Spartia, Trapezaki sits within a cluster of small villages very close together. It along with Moussata, Vlachata and Lourdata have lots of accommodation options for you to choose from and unlike Spartia, there are more restaurants nearby. There are also a number of beaches nearby. Lourdata has a long stretch of golden sandy beach which has plenty of restaurants right next to it, but for a more secluded spot look for Agios Thomas beach.

Lixouri

Lixouri is located on the western half of the island on the peninsula of Paliki. It is the second largest town on the island and has a long waterfront which looks across at the rest of the island. Because of its size, Lixouri has lots of accommodation and restaurants to choose from. To save yourself the long drive you can get the ferry across to Argostolion to explore more of the island.

Lixouri

Agia Efirmia

A pretty village on the north of the island, Agia Efirmia sits in a small inlet on the eastern coast and provides those who stay there with gorgeous views. Surrounded on both sides by tall hills, its marina is always full of boats. The waterfront is lined with tavernas and bakeries that offer you lovely seafront views whilst you eat.

Agia Efirmia

We hope that this has helped give you a bit more of idea about where you can stay on Kefalonia. Check out the rest of the website for more information on over 80 Greek islands and mainland destinations. If you’re looking for holidays to Greece and her islands or just want to ask a question don’t hesitate to get in touch on 01156547795 or email [email protected]. Don't forget to follow us on social media to find out the next Destination of the Week and for all your Greek holiday needs. If you've been to Kefalonia, where was your favourite place, thing to do or if there's anything we missed? Let us know in the comments or on social media.

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