Hotel a Faros
A small fishing village and quiet resort on Sifnos' southeastern coast, near the iconic Chrisopigi Monastery, with a handful of family aparthotels and two five-star properties set back from several small beaches.
Faros is one of Sifnos' quieter coastal villages, built around a small harbour and several coves rather than one continuous beach strip. It suits travellers who want a calmer alternative to Platis Gialos or Kamares, with accommodation ranging from simple family aparthotels to two five-star hotels near the water. The right base usually comes down to whether ferry convenience, chora nightlife, a long beach or a quieter coastline matters most for the trip. Most visitors combine a few nights in one village with day trips to the others, given how manageable the distances are by car or local bus.
Faros in cifre

Cape Napos
Faros aparthotel with pool views and a hot tub
Perché piace ai viaggiatoriCape Napos è un aparthotel a Faros, un angolo più tranquillo di Sifnos, con una piscina affacciata sul paesaggio, terrazza solarium, giardino, bar e vasca idromassaggio. Le unità hanno angolo cottura, utile alle famiglie per gestire i pasti con flessibilità, e il parcheggio è gratuito. La spiaggia di Faros è a circa 1,9 km, quindi serve una passeggiata o l'auto. Lo sceglierei come base tranquilla con una bella piscina; il punteggio di 9,7 su 247 recensioni è eccellente.

Lighthouse Hotel
Comfort per famiglie vicino alla spiaggia e al Faro di Alessandropoli
Perché piace ai viaggiatoriThe separate kids' pool at Lighthouse Hotel meant our younger children could splash around safely while we actually relaxed nearby, which is rarer than it should be at family hotels. The fitness room got genuine use most mornings before the heat set in. Breakfast handled our daughter's dietary needs without any fuss, which we cannot say for every hotel we have stayed at in Greece. We would book it again without a second thought, no changes needed.

Thalatta
Beachfront family rooms directly on Faros' sand
Perché piace ai viaggiatoriThalatta è un aparthotel sulla spiaggia a Faros, un paese tranquillo sulla costa sud-orientale di Sifnos, con accesso diretto alla sabbia e vista mare. Le camere familiari hanno angolo cottura e balcone, così i genitori preparano pasti semplici e rispettano i riposini. Il monastero di Chrysopigi è a circa 19 minuti a piedi. Lo sceglierei per le famiglie che vogliono una base più tranquilla di Kamares, con la spiaggia davanti; il punteggio di 8,6 su 71 recensioni è solido.

Fassolou
Two minutes from Faros Beach, kitchenette family rooms
Perché piace ai viaggiatoriFassolou è un due stelle a Faros, un paese tranquillo sulla costa sud-orientale di Sifnos, a due minuti dalla spiaggia di Faros e a circa 1,9 km dal monastero di Chrysopigi. Le camere familiari hanno vista mare o giardino, angolo cottura e aria condizionata, e un'area giochi all'aperto e un bar danno a genitori e bambini il loro angolo. Lo prenoterei per famiglie con bambini piccoli che vogliono la spiaggia davanti alla porta e un paese tranquillo; il punteggio di 8,5 su 98 recensioni è solido.
Cosa aspettarsi
- Several small, generally calm beaches and coves
- A short walk to Chrisopigi Monastery, one of Sifnos' best sunset spots
- Two five-star hotels with pools, spas and fitness centres
- A quieter, less crowded pace than the island's main resort strips
- Family aparthotels with kitchenettes and play areas
- Scuba diving and coastal walks along the surrounding shoreline
Consigli locali
- Walk to Chrisopigi Monastery at sunset, it is a short, easy outing from most Faros properties.
- Use a kitchenette for at least some meals, dining options directly in the village are more limited than at the bigger resorts.
- Book five-star properties near Faros well ahead in peak season, availability is limited given the smaller number of rooms.
- Rent a car for day trips to Apollonia or Kamares, Faros' quieter position means less is within easy walking distance.
- Visit the smaller coves beyond the main beach for a quieter swim.
- Check breakfast dietary options in advance at the larger hotels if travelling with specific needs.
Dove alloggiare
FAQ
Is Faros a quiet place to stay on Sifnos?
Yes, it is one of the calmer villages on the island, built around a small harbour and several coves rather than a busy resort strip.
How far is Faros from Chrisopigi Monastery?
Most Faros properties sit within a 10 to 20-minute walk or a very short drive from Chrisopigi Monastery.
Are there luxury hotels in Faros?
Yes, two five-star properties near Faros offer infinity or view-oriented pools, spa facilities and fitness centres, alongside the village's simpler family aparthotels.
Is Faros good for families?
Yes, several family aparthotels here have kitchenettes and play areas, suited to a calmer family stay than the busier resort beaches elsewhere on Sifnos.
Do I need a car to stay in Faros?
A car is useful for day trips to Apollonia or Kamares, though the village itself, its beaches and Chrisopigi Monastery are all within easy walking distance of most hotels.
What is there to do in Faros beyond the beach?
Chrisopigi Monastery is the main landmark, alongside scuba diving and coastal walks along the quieter shoreline around the village.