Hydra has unlimited tourist period because: Its climate in mild during the winter (From 16 c to 18 c). It is too close to Athens, Piraeus and the airports that every one can reach it in An hour or two and spend a weekend or some days of vacation in absolute calm, Listening only the song of birds, the drifting of the waves of the sea and the splash Of the oars.
If you are one of the many yachtsmen who come to Hydra for the first time and happen to find the main harbour full, you may anchor at Mandraki bay at the east to the main port, where there used to be the old ship-yard of Hydra. At Kamini, west of the main port, a small fishermen's bay. At Molos, west of the main port.An ample natural bay. From there you can use your tender boats to come to the main port and town of Hydra.
Hydra is famous for its fish and sea-fruits, because it is rocky with deep, clear water and surrounded by small islands: Lobsters, shrimps, squid, octopus, cod and red mullet are the usual catch. On the island there is a variety of 'taverns' and restaurants, snack bars, and fast food places. There are two bakeries, two croissanteries, many cafeterias and two pastry shops with varieties of ice creams, sweets, coffees and refreshments. And of course, the specialty of the island, the 'almond sweets' or 'amygdalate'. But the fish taverns are the most popular with their traditional Greek 'cuisine' and specialties. For example: Three Greek traditional dishes: Shrimp with special rice. Stuffed squid with spinach. Lamb a la kapama.
The roads along the harbor as well as the picturesque streets that lead to it offer a great variety of pubs, bars, discos, restaurants and cafeterias to please every taste and mood
Hydra provides beautiful places for fishing, diving as well as other water sports like windsurfing and water skiing in some areas. Also, walking and climbing is very popular.
There are frequent exhibitions throughout the tourist season, by well- Know international artists who live on the island.
Hydra has the best shops and workshops for jewellery, ceramics, carpets, decorative items, clothes, embroideries, local souvenirs, in reason amble prices.
During the summer, July and August, there are also weekend trips to Epidavros, where you can watch a live performance in the ancient theatre. For information concerning the above excursions please do not hesitate to ask us!
The two Greek National Holidays: the 25th of March when the War of Independence, against the Turks, Began in 1821. And 28th of October when Mussolini, the Italian dictator, asked Greece in October Of 1940 to surrender without war and the Greeks answered 'NO', they are both celebrated with two well-known sailing races from Piraeus to Hydra.
Mountain running races have now been established nationwide in the mountain races in Hydra and take place every year in April on our island.
If you want to come directly from "Eleftherios Venizelos" to Hydra, then the Hotel can arrange your transfer by taxi and extra charge. Otherwise, outside the airport there is a bus stop, which will take you to the port of Piraeus in about 1 hour. From the port of Piraeus to get to Hydra, take the flying dolphins located at gate E8. In general, see all the ways to transport you to the hydra from the menu "How to come to Hydra"
The reception at our Hotel is open 24 hours a day.
Due to Covid-19, check-in takes place from 15:00 and check-out until 11:30.
The Hotel is 250 meters from the port of Hydra, meaning 3 minutes walk. Please note that the paved road is level, so that the visitor does not encounter steps to reach the Hotel.
It is possible to transfer your luggage to and from the port (with extra charge).
The Hotel offers a Greek breakfast buffet that includes, among others, fruit tarts, local pastries and fresh eggs. Breakfast is served from 08.30 to 10.30 in the morning and can be extended to more than 3 hours. Breakfast is also available early in the morning, upon request. We note that our Hotel participates in the initiative "Greek Breakfast Hellenic Chamber of Hotels"
Breakfast is served either in the breakfast room, either in the garden in which is a comfortable seating area with tables, or in your room.
The rooms are cleaned every day and there is a possibility of a second cleaning service in the evening with additional control of the room (change of towels, removal of the bed cover, emptying the trash can), upon request
Yes, there is a bathtub or a shower jacuzzi, depending the room.
There isn't a bar at the Hotel, but the management can offer you a drink, a coffee or a cold juice, which you can enjoy relaxing outside in the big veranda or in our comfortable garden.
Yes, you can find the beaches of Spilia, Hydroneta and Avlaki, only 10 minutes on foot away from the Hotel.
Tou can see the link :
σClose-by beaches
You can see the links :
1. Activities in Hydra
2. Beaches of Hydra
3. Sightseeings in Hydra
4. Paths of Hydra
5. Excursions in Hydra
6. One-day excursions
Yes, you can organize your accommodation as a group in our Hotel, since most weddings on the island of Hydra, take place in the nearby church of Agios Georgios, as well as for any other event.
Meeting Room Capacity in theatre style : 16 people, Meeting Room Capacity in U Shape : 14 people. The meeting room provides coffee break in the same area ...
Our Hotel can offer:
1. Express check out service
2. Free Internet access
3. Baby sitting upon request
4. Laptop ή tablet can be provided
5. Pillow selection
6. Breakfast is served in a buffet
