Hotels in Skiathos Town
Skiathos Town is the port and capital of the island, its lanes climbing from the ferry quay to the pine-covered Bourtzi headland. It is the base for travelers who want tavernas, the harbor and boat trips within walking distance.
Hotels in Skiathos Town put travelers where the island actually runs: the ferry quay, the old lanes behind the harbor and the Bourtzi headland that splits the two town beaches. This is the right base for anyone island-hopping to Skopelos or Alonissos, or who wants dinner and nightlife on foot rather than a taxi ride away. Rooms range from simple harbor-view studios to boutique suites tucked into the whitewashed old town, and most stay within a short walk of the port. Families lean toward the quieter lanes above the water, couples toward the studios overlooking Bourtzi at sunset.
Skiathos Town in numbers
Eumorphia Studios & Apartments
Pharos by Premium Key
Mouria Hotel
Bourtzi Hotel
ALTHAEA LUXURY ROOMS
The Hidden Gem
Noemia Skiathos
kastro luxury studios and mezonette
Chora Suites by Premium Key
Skia by Premium Key
Anthena Studios
Manolis' House
Albertoshouse
Anemoni Beach Hotel
Skiathos Senses
Nimfi Suites
La Piscine Art Hotel, Philian Hotels and Resorts
Skiathos Thalassa, Philian Hotels and Resorts
Iris Skiathos
Skiathos Avaton Hotel, Philian Hotels & Resorts
Skiathos Theros, Philian Hotels and Resorts
Ifigenia Hotel
Xanemos Studios
Hotel Marlton
Hotel Christina
View Port
Meltemi
Vigles Sea View, Philian Hotels and Resorts
Hotel Akti
The Rock Suites
Alkyon
Uphill Unique Boutique Suites
The Water Suites
Tsopela Boutique Hotel
What to expect
- Ferry port for Skopelos, Alonissos and the mainland at Volos
- Bourtzi, the pine-covered former fortress splitting the two harbor beaches
- Old town lanes around the Papadiamantis house-museum
- Polytechniou street, the town's restaurant and nightlife strip
- Boat trips to Kastro and Lalaria beach leave from the old port
Local tips
- Book a room off Polytechniou street if you want quiet nights, the strip runs loud past midnight in July and August.
- Walk the old town lanes above the harbor for the cheapest tavernas, the waterfront prices climb fast.
- Reserve the Kastro or Lalaria boat trip a day ahead in peak season, the small caiques fill up by mid-morning.
- Ferries to Skopelos and Alonissos leave from the old port, not the new port east of town, check your ticket.
- Skiathos airport sits close enough that landing flights pass low overhead near Achladies, worth timing a walk for.
- Pack for hills: the old town streets are stepped and cobbled, wheeled luggage struggles above the harbor line.
Where to stay
FAQ
Where should I stay in Skiathos Town?
Stay in the old town lanes above the harbor for a quiet walk to restaurants and the port, or right on Polytechniou street if late-night bars matter more than sleep. Either puts the ferry quay within ten minutes on foot.
What types of hotels are in Skiathos Town?
The town mixes small family-run hotels near the harbor, boutique suites carved into old town houses, and a handful of larger spa hotels toward the edges. Most rooms are studios or suites rather than big resort blocks.
Is Skiathos Town walkable without a car?
Yes, the port, old town, main beaches and restaurant strip all sit within a twenty-minute walk of each other. A car only becomes useful for reaching Koukounaries or the north-coast beaches.
How do I get to Skopelos and Alonissos from Skiathos Town?
Ferries and catamarans leave from the old port in town, with several daily crossings to Skopelos and Alonissos in high season. Buy tickets at the port agencies the morning of travel or a day ahead in August.
When is the best time to visit Skiathos Town?
Late May, June and September give warm sea temperatures without the August crowds that fill the port and the strip. July and August bring the busiest ferries and the loudest nights around Polytechniou.
Are there beaches within walking distance of Skiathos Town?
Bourtzi splits two small town beaches right off the harbor, and Megali Ammos beach is a short walk further along the coast road. Koukounaries and the north-coast beaches need a bus, taxi or boat.