Where to Stay in Kavala: Old Town, Beaches and Ammolofoi
Kavala is a port city on a hill in eastern Macedonia, with an old town inside Byzantine walls, an aqueduct and a castle above the harbour. Long sandy beaches, ancient Philippi and the island of Thassos are close by. Here are the partner hotels we book for our guests.
Where to stay: choose your base
- Kavala town – close to the old town, the harbour and the restaurants.
- The beaches west of Kavala – Tosca, Ammolofoi and Nea Peramos – best for a beach holiday.
Our partner hotels in Kavala
We work directly with these hotels. Tell us your dates and we reply within 24 hours with availability and a personal offer, including your private transfer if you wish.
How to get to Kavala
Kavala is about 160 km from Thessaloniki airport, roughly 1 h 45 by car, and about 30 km from Kavala airport. Our private transfers take you straight to your hotel: Thessaloniki airport – Kavala. See all our transfer routes.
What to do
- Walk up through the old town to the castle above the harbour.
- Visit ancient Philippi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site 15 km away.
- Swim at Ammolofoi, one of the best sandy beaches of the area.
- Take the ferry to Thassos for a day.
- Continue east – read our Thrace travel guide.
Frequently asked questions
Should I stay in Kavala town or by the beach?
Stay in town for the old town and the restaurants; stay at the beaches west of the city for a summer holiday by the sea.
How far is Kavala from Thessaloniki airport?
About 160 km, roughly 1 h 45 by car.
Can I visit Thassos from Kavala?
Yes. Ferries leave from Kavala and from nearby Keramoti, so it is an easy day trip.
Ask us to book your stay in Kavala
Send us your dates and the hotel you like – we reply within 24 hours with a personal offer, including your private transfer if you wish.
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