Where to Stay in Kefalonia and Ithaca

Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian islands, with high mountains, famous beaches such as Myrtos, caves and lakes, and the harbour villages of Fiskardo and Assos. Ithaca, the island of Odysseus, is a short ferry ride away.

Where to stay: choose your base

• Argostoli – the capital, with its seafront, shops and cafés, close to the airport.
• Lassi and Svoronata – beaches such as Makris Gialos and Ammes, minutes from the airport and Argostoli.
• South Kefalonia – villages like Mousata near Lourdas and Trapezaki beaches.
• Fiskardo and the north – a pretty harbour village, quiet coves and views to Ithaca and Lefkada.
• Ithaca – Vathy, a calm harbour town, and the villages of Kioni and Stavros.

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How to get to Kefalonia and Ithaca

Kefalonia airport, near Argostoli, has flights from Athens and many European cities in summer. Ferries arrive from Kyllini and Patras, and boats link Sami with Ithaca. We can arrange a private transfer from the airport or the port.

What to do

• See Myrtos beach from above and visit the village of Assos.
• Take a boat through Melissani cave lake and visit Drogarati cave.
• Stroll around the harbour of Fiskardo.
• Climb to the Castle of Saint George above Argostoli.
• Take the ferry to Ithaca and see Vathy and Kioni.

Frequently asked questions

Where should I stay in Kefalonia?

Argostoli for town life, Lassi and Svoronata for beaches near the airport, the south for villas, and Fiskardo for a quiet harbour village.

How do I get to Ithaca?

By ferry from Sami on Kefalonia, or from Astakos on the mainland.

How far is Fiskardo from the airport?

About 1 hour 15 minutes by car.