Where to Stay in Corfu and Paxos

Corfu is the greenest of the Greek islands, with olive groves running down to clear bays and a Venetian old town that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Little Paxos, a short boat ride to the south, adds quiet harbours and turquoise coves.

Where to stay: choose your base

• Corfu town and Kanoni – the old town, the Liston and the fortresses, all close to the airport.
• Kommeno, Dassia and Gouvia – resorts and calm bays just north of the town.
• North-east coast – Nissaki and Kalami, with green hills and clear coves facing Albania.
• North and west coasts – Acharavi, Sidari, Ermones and Pelekas, for long beaches and sunsets.
• South Corfu and Paxos – Messonghi and Moraitika, and the harbours of Gaios and Lakka on Paxos.

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How to get to Corfu and Paxos

Corfu airport, just outside Corfu town, has flights from Athens and many European cities. Ferries arrive from Igoumenitsa and Patras, and boats link Corfu town with Paxos. We can arrange a private transfer from the airport or the port.

What to do

• Walk through Corfu old town, the Liston and the Old Fortress.
• See Mouse Island and the Vlacherna monastery from Kanoni.
• Visit the Achilleion palace at Gastouri.
• Swim in the bays of Paleokastritsa and take a boat to the sea caves.
• Take a boat trip to Paxos and Antipaxos.

Frequently asked questions

Where should I stay in Corfu?

Corfu town and Kanoni for culture and an easy airport transfer, Kommeno and Dassia for resorts, the north-east for quiet bays and the west coast for sunsets.

How do I get to Paxos?

By ferry or fast boat from Corfu town or from Igoumenitsa.

How far is the airport from Corfu town?

Only about 3 km, a few minutes by car.