The Resorts

Kos Town
Kos town sits a stones throw away from Turkey with boats tied up in the Harbour ready to sail daily. The castle of the Knights of St John is an imposing ruin on the harbour side and Kos town is truly an open air archaeological and historical museum. The old quarter is a delight for Shoppaholics and has many tavernas and bars. I would recommend early evening for a visit when it starts to get cooler. Go to the Agora if you want herbs, spices and olive oil. You really can see Kos on foot as it’s so compact. There are many free car parks near the ruins, ask George for details. Be careful parking near the harbour as there are restrictions.There is a regular bus service to Kos town or you may rent a car or scooter.

 

 

 

 

 

Kardamena
Kardamena is a thriving beach resort, sleepy during the daytime and a good time to enjoy the shops and a relaxing lunch by the harbour side. At night time it comes alive with nightclubs and bars for those who want to dance the night away.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mastichari, Mamari and Tigaki
These are quiet beach resorts on the north side of the island and offer warm, shallow bathing and quiet tavernas.

Zia and other places
Zia is a small tourist village in the mountains and worth a visit for buying souvenirs. It affords excellent views over the island across the saltlakes and over to Turkey. I recommend a visit at sunset or early morning. There is a good selection of tavernas for meals and snacks. You can now drive across the mountain to Kos town and remember to take your camera as the photo opportunities are amazing. You will need a car to get to Zia.There are many other places worth a visist such as Plaka the sunken forest to see the peacocks, Antimachia for the windmill, Pili for the well, Asklepios for the history of Hippocrates and Thermes for the hot mineral springs to name but a few. but a few. The neighbouring islands of Kalymnos the sponge island, Nisyros for the volcano and Pserimos are also interesting places to visit

You will need to rent a car or scooter to get to some of the resorts other than Kos town because they are not served by any bus service.

Kefalos is a quiet resort on the Island of Kos and part of the Dodecanese group of islands. It is approximately 45 kilometres long with Kos town situated at one end and Kefalos at the other. There is a regular bus service between the two if you do not drive.The Kefalos end of the island offers the best sandy beaches with safe bathing and water sports for everyone. The old village sits on top of the hill with magnificent views of Kamari Bay down below and enjoys the fresh breezes famous since the times of Hippocrates. A walk up to the village can be rewarded with a number of Tavernas and coffee shops. You will also find the Pharmacy, Bank, Bakers, Mini Food markets, a Pottery, Jewellers and a few other shops of interest.Kamari Bay offers a wide choice of Tavernas overlooking the sea and a number of places to buy gifts and essential items.
If you do not drive or you just want to relax in one place for the week then this resort can accommodate most of your needs. If you want to explore the Island’s other villages, mountains, beaches, places of historical and architectural interest then economical car or scooter hire with full insurance can be arranged. The bus will take you to Kos town.