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Where to stay in Anafi.
- Areas covered
- 3
- Stay types
- 4
- Best season
- June – September
01The short version
Introduction to Anafi.
Anafi is the Cyclades' final frontier, the most remote inhabited island, where you'll find monolithic rock formations meet golden beaches, where free camping is tolerated, and where the concept of "tourism infrastructure" barely exists. With only a handful of places to stay, Anafi is for seekers of ultimate solitude.
- remote island rooms
- beachfront basic
- off-grid retreat
02Neighbourhoods
Choose your base.
Filter the areas by what matters most to you.
3 areas shown
Remote, minimal, spectacular
Chora
A tiny hilltop village with a handful of rooms, a few tavernas, and extraordinary views over the sea to the Kalamos monolith, the second-largest rock in the Mediterranean after Gibraltar. Nearly all of the island's beds are here.
Best for Everyone, it's the main settlement
Chora hotelsSandy, sheltered, easy
Klisidi
The closest beach to the port, a 15-minute path below Chora: golden sand, tamarisks, one taverna and a few seasonal rooms. The practical pick for travellers who want to fall out of bed into the sea.
Best for Beach-first stays, arrival-day ease
Klisidi hotelsWild, duned, elemental
Roukounas & the south coast path
Anafi's long wild beach, 40 minutes along the old monastery path: dunes, juniper shade, free campers, and a seasonal canteen. A couple of basic room operations behind the beach serve the committed.
Best for Free spirits, campers, long-walkers
Roukounas & the south coast path hotels
03Kinds of stay
Accommodation categories.
€35–65/night
Boutique Hotels & Suites
Anafi excels in intimate boutique hospitality, owner-run properties with Cycladic character, personal service, and curated breakfast featuring local produce.
€60–110/night
Villas & Private Rentals
Traditional stone villas and restored houses with private terraces, sea views, and authentic charm. Ideal for families and groups wanting space and independence in Anafi.
€20–40/night
Studios & Apartments
Family-run studios with kitchenettes and balconies are the backbone of Anafi accommodation, genuine hospitality at excellent value.
€20–40/night
Rooms to Let (Domatia)
Traditional Greek rooms to let offer the most authentic and affordable Anafi experience. Simple, clean, and often run by local families who share insider tips.
04Planning advice
How to plan your Anafi stay.
When to book
June–September only. Even in August, Anafi is empty by Cycladic standards.
Practical tips
Ferry from Santorini (1.5h) or Piraeus (9–11h). No car rental, walk or hope for a ride. Very basic facilities.
How to choose
Chora is the only realistic option. Roukounas beach has a few rooms nearby.
For families
Only for very adventurous families comfortable with basic facilities. Roukounas beach is beautiful and safe.
For couples
Anafi is romance for the wild at heart, star-filled skies with zero light pollution, deserted beaches, and a feeling of being at the edge of the world.
FAQ
Common questions: staying in Anafi.
- Ferry from Santorini (1.5h, 3–4x per week) or Piraeus (9–11h). Connections are limited, check schedules carefully and build slack into your plans.
- Very basic. A few tavernas, a mini-market, no ATM (bring cash). This is raw, unspoiled Greece, that's the point.
- The cheapest in the Cyclades: rooms from €20/night, and even the best rarely exceed €80–110 in August.
- Chora for views, tavernas and most rooms; Klisidi to be on the beach near the port. Roukounas suits wild-at-heart travellers.
- It's the island's signature experience: the coastal path past Roukounas to Zoodochos Pigi monastery, then the climb up the monolith to Panagia Kalamiotissa. Start at dawn, carry water, allow a full day.
- August needs a few weeks of notice (Athenian regulars and festival-goers fill the village); the rest of the season is genuinely walk-in territory.
