Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Dirt tracks lead from Hora to beaches around the coast. The nearest are sandy
Tsigouri
and
Livadi
, both uncrowded outside August. Haul a little further to decent beaches at
Almyros
with its shallow water and the three small bays of
Aligaria
. With the exception
of Tsigouri, there are no shops or tavernas at the beaches, so take food and water.
From mid-June to September, the tour boat
Aeolia
( 6979618233)
runs various trips
daily, including to Iraklia and Koufon- isia. Prices range from about €15 to €30. Private
trips can also be arranged.
Sleeping
There are a few rooms down at Mersini and around the island, but Hora makes an ideal
base.
Iliovasilema
HOTEL $
( 22850 71948;
www.iliovasilemahotel.gr
;
Hora; s/d/tr/q €45/55/60/65; )
Near the vil-
lage centre, with king-of-the-castle sunset views, rooms here are slightly dated, but clean.
The views from the balconies are fab and the service is warm.
Galini
PENSION $
( 22850 71983; d/tr €50/60)
Most rooms at this well-positioned pension have fabulous
views. It stands quietly in its own grounds, just beyond Hora. Rooms are bright and clean
and pleasantly quaint. There's no air-conditioning, but the rooms have sturdy ceiling
fans.
Grispos Villas
APARTMENT $$$
( 22850 71930;
www.grisposvillas.com
;
incl breakfast d €85-95, tr €105-115; )
Down a
rough track from Hora, the Grispos complex stands in an enviable location above
Tsigouri Beach. Rooms are average and come in a variety of forms with varying views.
Have a look at a couple before you choose. There's also an on-site restaruant.
Eating
Akbar
CAFE $
(dishes €3-6.50)
A colourful little cafe in the main street, Akbar has mezedhes and fresh
salads, as well as breakfast (€7 to €12). It does sandwiches as well as sweet crepes and
ice cream.
