Our selection of accommodation
Emprostiada
In the heart of the village, in a flower garden, stands an old-fashioned house with lots of character.
It evokes those of the island's notables with its ceramic fireplace and its fortified walls, sometimes crenellated.
It has 5 spacious rooms and 4 suites, some with their bed built high up as is traditionally done on the island.
From €70 for two (no breakfast but coffee machine).
Such.
: +30 22850 71814.
Villa Katapoliani
In Katapola, here are three small addresses at the main port.
A stone's throw from the landing stage, 9 small functional rooms wrap around a garden.
In a villa in the middle of the fields, 3 apartments are arranged overlooking the sea. Finally, an adorable stone cottage which overlooks the sea above a small dirt path.
Efficient and friendly welcome and service.
From €60 for two without breakfast.
Such.
: +30 22850 71064.
Kykladonisia
Still in Katapola, a 10-minute walk from the port, this charming blue and white house overlooks the bay.
Softness, harmony, simplicity: we would love to leave our suitcases there all year round as its studios and apartments are so charming: built beds and sofas, rounded whitewashed walls, adorable kitchens and bathrooms in polished concrete.
Wonderful view of the countryside and the sea like a lake, surrounded by hills.
From €50 for two out of season.
Such.
: +30 22850 71549.
Achinos
In the adorable fishing village of Xylokeratidi, in the bay of Katapola, Nikos Gavalas, the brother of Nondas the organic farmer, and his wife Emilia rent 3 studios and 1 apartment renovated with great taste.
In a refined and elegant style, old objects and design are mixed.
Each terrace enjoys the superb view of Katapola Bay.
Fully equipped kitchen.
From €65.
Such.
: +30 69485 11211.
Aegialis
Built on the hillside, the largest hotel in Amorgos enjoys panoramic views of Aegiali Bay.
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Built on the hillside, the largest hotel in Amorgos enjoys an absolutely sublime panoramic view of the bay of Aegiali.
It has several bars and restaurants, a pleasant salt water swimming pool, a huge spa and 4 yoga rooms allowing you to practice every day.
Concierge.
Open all year.
From €186 for a double with breakfast.
Such.
: 00 30 22850 73393.
Askas Pension
Askas guesthouse in Ormo Egialis.
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This family pension offers an authentic and warm setting to spend a simple holiday near the sea (beach 5 minutes walk).
Comfortable rooms with sea or countryside views.
Good tavern and yoga classes on the roof terrace.
The best value for money on the island.
From €35 for a double without breakfast.
Such.
: +30 22850 73333.
Have a drink
Jazzmin
The Jazmin tavern bar in the village of Chora.
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In Chora, this alternative and refined bar run by two enthusiasts of the island has been the HQ of artists and travelers for 20 years.
Unmissable for its brunches, its homemade cocktails, its remarkable choice of herbal teas and coffees, its cultural events (exhibitions, concerts, performances).
Such.
: +30 22850 74017.
Good restaurants
In the evening in the small squares and in the streets of the village of Chora.
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Stone Pyrgo
The delicious and authentic tavern of the Roussos family, open all year round in Arkesini.
Its name means "to the tower", because the tavern is located at the entrance to the rural archaeological site of the Agia Triada tower which is the best preserved on the island.
On the menu: vine leaves, goat's cheese with oregano, cheese and herb turnovers... and if the fishing is good, small frying, squid and red mullet, all simmered with love.
From 15 to 20 €.
Such.
: +30 22850 72258.
Maria Roussos, owner of the Ston Pyrgo tavern in the village of Chorio.
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Fata Morgana
In Xylokeratidi, by the sea and in the shade of a century-old tamarisk tree, this tavern enjoys a remarkable view of Katapola Bay, dominated by the hill of Minoa.
We enjoy Greek cuisine revisited in an original way: artichoke tzatziki (instead of cucumber), marinated sea bass fillet served with taramasalata flavored with walnuts… From €20 to €25.
Such.
: +30 22850 71518.
Apospero
At the very top of Chora is the island's fine restaurant.
Its terrace occupies a pretty place, calm and shaded, framed by 5 tiny chapels.
Seafood specialties such as sea bream ceviche with lime, fresh tuna fillet, shrimp with confit garlic or fish soup.
From 20 to 30 €.
Such.
: +30 22850 71803.
To Limani tis Kyra Katinas
To Limani tis Kyra Katinas.
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In Aegiali, in a small alley by the port, this blue and white tavern is as much an institution as it is a sure bet.
Goat, octopus or fish;
salads, vegetables in the oven or in a pan: you can enjoy all the traditional cuisine of the island including fish soup and the famous kakavia.
From €12 to €18.
Such.
: + 30 22850 73269.
Have to do
From baptism to the most advanced diplomas, Amorgos is a suitable island for diving.
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Attend
the Authentic Big Blue, the freediving competition to relive
The Big Blue
, which takes place from September 2 to 7 in 2024.
Diving
on the island of the
Big Blue
with Diving Center Amorgos (Tel.: +30 22850 73611) in Aegiali.
From baptism to the most advanced diplomas, Dimitri and his team take you to legendary spots.
Center for both Padi (bottles) and SSI (apnea) on Aegiali beach.
Feel good
at Lama (Tel.: +30 69393 99201).
In a holistic approach to well-being, Vangelis Vassalos, herbalist and neurophysiologist, and his wife offer herbal teas, essential oils, cosmetics based on the island's plants, but also massage and acupuncture.
The shop is located at the bottom of the charming village of Lagada;
the distillery (exciting and paying visit), at the top.
Taste
the island's organic products (grapes, tomatoes, oregano, jams, olives, pickles, wine, olive oil, etc.) in Katapola on the Nondas Gavalas farm.
Amorgos Organic (Tel: +30 69457 93928).
Normally open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (except Sundays).
Hike
and meet locals over a cooking class or ceramics workshop with FindinGreece (Tel: +30 69443 26036), a small agency based in Langada that offers a wide range of experiences on the island.
From €40.
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