Leros, Greece offers unforgettable activities
he eye cannot easily get enough of the beauty spread everywhere. Low and shapely hills, vast green plains reaching to the sea. And the light-filled Aegean embraces coves, gulfs, sheltered harbors and calm shores. This is Leros. Authentic and humane, it invites you to a family vacation in its places, where the air scented with thyme and thrombi will take away your worries. Τhe hotel is 800 metres away from the port of Agia Marina and 5km from the port of Lakki. In 400 metres you can find Alinda, making the hotel a perfect location to discover the island.
Alinda
Alinda is a beautiful coastal settlement with high touristic attraction, that provides all sorts of entertainment for travellers. Right next to Alinda you will find the magical beaches of Panagies and Dyo Lyskaria with fine pebbles, sand and crystal blue waters. Several cafes, beach bars and restaurants worth a visit at the Alinda bay. Worth visiting: Belleni’s Tower where you will find folklore and war exhibits in an imposing building surrounded by an impressive garden.
Agia Marina – Platanos
Agia Marina hosts the 2nd port of Leros, which connects the island with many other islands such as Patmos, Kalymnos, Leipsoi, Kos and Rhodes, via daily ferry routes. The port of Agia Marina is the centre of nightlife with many cafes and bars in a picturesque setting with magnificent buildings and unique views. Platanos is the capital of the island where the Town Hall, the Municipal Library and many shops are located.
Panteli
The most picturesque fishing village of the island with excellent food, a wonderful beach and nightlife options ideal for all types of travellers and all ages. It is located next to Agia Marina and Platanos and you will enjoy the unique view of the sea full of traditional fishing boats and luxury yachts. Worth visiting: Above Panteli is the emblematic Byzantine castle of Panagia and the Windmills, which you should definitely visit.
Lakki
Lakki is a historic city that was built during the Italian occupation and remains an architectural gem. The main port of Leros, Greece is located there, and is one of the largest natural ports in the Mediterranean. In Lakki you can find shops for all needs, cafes, restaurants and bars. Worth visiting: The coastal road of Lakki where you can enjoy the wonderful view of the port.
Xirokambos
Xirokambos is located in the southernmost part of the island and has a beautiful beach with traditional taverns next to the sea, offering moments of relaxation and tranquillity. Worth visiting: The picturesque church of Panagia Kavouradena which is built on rocks in the sea and also the Paliokastro, an ancient castle that was used during the Byzantine years.
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Activities & Sights
• Diving
• Hiking
• Cycling
• The picturesque church of Agios Isidoros which is built in the sea
• The church & beach of Agia Kiouras in Partheni
• Vromolithos beach
• War Museum in the Merikia Tunnel which hosts a number of exhibits
Transportation in Leros, Greece
You can get to Leros either by ferry from Piraeus, or by plane, as it there is an airport in the district of Partheni.
To get around the island, you will need a means of transport which you can either bring by boat or rent in Leros, Greece.
You can also use taxis which are available 24 hours a day.
The distance of the hotel from both the port and the airport does not exceed 10 minutes by car.
Usefull Phone Numbers
• Leros Airport : 22470.22777
• Taxi : 22470.23070 & 22470.22550
• Hospital : 22470.23300
•Port Authority : 22470.22224
• Police : 22470.22222
