We can think of no better place from which to make the most of southern Chios than this comfortable, friendly hotel. It stands less than 100m back from the harbour and centre of this small village, which is known for its volcanic beaches of black pebble.
The hotel comprises 40 rooms housed in two buildings with pretty garden surrounds and the swimming pool between. Although breakfast is included in the price, all rooms have the benefit of a simple 2-ring kitchenette, and are a mix of studio-style double rooms and apartments of one or two bedrooms plus a separate living room. All are spacious and attractively furnished, and have a good-sized balcony with village, garden, mountain or pool views.
The swimming pool measures c. 83 sq m with steps in and furnished terrace surrounds. Above the pool is the hotel cafe/snack bar, and here a good breakfast is laid out each morning, featuring home made specialities and healthy local produce.
The owners take great pride in their hotel and area, and Mrs Giouli often leads guests on local walks pointing out herbs and (in April and May) wild orchids, as well as demonstrating mastic production from her own trees.
The five village tavernas are all within a minute or two's walk, and the famous beach of Mavro Volia is just 5 minutes away. This can get busy on Greek high days and holidays, but just walk over the headland to the next long beach of Fokia (also volcanic) for plenty of room.
The area has been inhabited since Neolithic times and, on the hill above the village, you can see the remnants of the ancient city, artefacts from which are in Chios' archaeological museum.
To make the most of the area car hire is required (the bus service is limited) - concessionary rates are offered to hotel guests. The mastic villages are not far away - Pyrgi is the closest at 7 kms (10 mins. drive) - as is the interesting mastic museum, and other beaches such as sandy Komi are even closer.
Car hire concessionary rates. Prices for Emporios Bay guests start at £23 per day, including CDW insurance and taxes. Please enquire.
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
Studio
Studio for up to 4 persons (28 sq m) on the ground or first floor with air-conditioning, twin or double bed, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), sofa-bed (sleeps 1 adult or 2 children), WiFi, kitchenette (2 cooking rings, fridge), TV, room safe, furnished balcony with garden, pool or mountain view (some have partial sea views).
One Bedroom Apartment
One Bedroom Apartment for up to 4 persons (38 sq m) on the first floor with air-conditioning, double bed, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), separate living room with a sofa-bed (sleeps 1 adult or 2 children), WiFi, kitchenette (2 cooking rings, fridge), TV, room safe, furnished balcony with garden, pool or mountain view (some have partial sea views).
Two Bedroom Apartment
Two Bedroom Apartment for up to 6 persons (36 sq m) on the first floor with air-conditioning, one double and one twin bedroom, bathroom (shower and hairdryer), separate living room with a sofa-bed (sleeps 1 adult or 2 children), WiFi, kitchenette (2 cooking rings, fridge), TV, room safe, furnished balcony with garden view.