Island hopping in the North Aegean - Chios, Lesvos and Samos

The Kyma's original building overlooks the sea just to the south of the harbour. It is a neoclassical mansion dating from 1917, as evidenced by the high decorated ceiling in the breakfast room and its impressive marble staircase. Today it is a characterful, comfortable hotel run with great warmth and dedication by the Spordilis family.

Only a few of the rooms are housed in the front building, and are on request only. They are comfortable and homely, with wooden floors and dark wood furniture, and enjoy a magnificently large sea view terrace looking directly out to sea. Most rooms are housed in the more recent extension to the rear and have side-sea or harbour views from their balconies. Rooms are on the upper floors, most served by a lift.

A good breakfast is provided daily, which can be taken on the spacious front terrace, and free tea and coffee is on tap here throughout the day.

The hotel is very well located. The end of the harbour is a minute's walk away, the bus stop for beaches such as Karfas and the mastica villages a two minute walk, and the town beach five minutes.

Although somewhat old fashioned, the Kyma has great charm and comfort. Should you desire more modern trappings, including a swimming pool, we have access to the quayside Chandris Hotel next door.

You could not meet more gracious, informative or helpful hosts than Theodore and Guher, who cannot do enough for their guests. We would not stay anywhere else in town!

Discover Chios. Guests staying at the Kyma Hotel have a couple of flexible options to enable them to see more of the island at a reasonable cost. Either a split-stay between the Kyma and its sister hotel on te North Coast - the 2 star Kardamyla Hotel - or a fly drive staying north and south. See tabs above for details.

Although very much a traditional, simply furnished, 3-star hotel, it’s the position, right on the beach at Molyvos that gives this hotel the edge. Those of our clients who regularly stay at the Palm Trees Hotel on Lefkas will find many similarities, the beach-side location being one.

The building is perfectly in tune with the medieval architecture of the village. The front terrace, perfect for an evening drink is shaded by palm trees, from where five steps lead down to a pedestrian path and then the beach. It is an easy walk to tavernas, restaurants, bars and the town centre. If you cannot do without a pool, then there is a pool for public use just a 5 minute walk away, with the usual entry proviso of buying a drink or a snack. Views from the hotel are of the sea, fishing port or Byzantine castle.

The hotel is family run.

Accommodation 

• There are 30 rooms (26 twin and 4 double) rooms with balcony for two persons which are split between sea and village view.
• All rooms are equipped with television, small fridge, telephone and hair dryer. WIFI is free and there is both heating and air conditioning. Bathrooms are with shower, but there are 2 rooms with bath on request

Facilities

• Bar
• Breakfast Room
• Free WIFI
• 24 hour reception

The Athena Hotel is located in Kokkari, a seaside and picturesque village, on the north side of the island.

The Hotel is situated just 30m from the beach and the clear waters of the Aegean. The verdant green mountain, just behind the hotel, is ideal for walking and hiking along its scenic paths. A truly relaxing experience. Restaurants, bars, shops and the local bus stop are all within easy walking distance.

Accommodation consists of 43 rooms with traditional style decor and furnishings in 3 buildings across 2 floors. Our rooms possess twin or double bed, shower room. AC (local charge - 7 euros per day in 2024), TV, safe box, fridge and balcony or terrace with garden, mountain and/or village views. WiFi is available in public areas of the hotel.

There is a 110 sqm freshwater pool with a children's section and a pool bar that sells light refreshments.