Syros Hotels

Syros Hotels

Reserve one of the central Syros hotels and explore one of the most beautiful islands of the Cyclades. Specifically, Syros known as the lady of the Aegean is one of the most beautiful islands of Greece and its capital Ermoupolis is one of the most exciting cities in Greece. In the search engine of our website you will find more than 25 Syros hotels with traditional character and quality services.

Best Beaches Syros

Syros is a small island and all its beaches are relatively close to the Chora or Ermoupolis, which is the main city of the Island. The most famous beach of Syros is Megas Gialos, which is located only a short distance from the island's capital. The close by village of Azolimnos offers a very beautiful sandy beach as well. Thus, should you want to stay closer to the beach, instead of staying in one of Syros hotels in Ermoupolis, you may stay in one of the superb hotels of Azolimnos. Galissas beach is another great option. Next to it you can always visit the quieter sandy beach of Kini. In the rest of the island near Ermoupolis, there are many more spectacular beaches such as the beach of Foinikas, Poseidonia and Vari.

Lifestyle Syros

Known for its beautiful town Ermoupolis, Syros will impress you with its beautiful hills, the unique historic squares, the traditional streets and the large neoclassical houses. Specifically, the port of Ermoupolis is certainly the place that attracts the most visitors as it has many traditional tavernas and cafes. The most beautiful part of the town is the great square of the city hall, which is dominated by the City Hall builiding. Should you be there do not miss to try some of the local delicacies such as Loukoumades and Masticha.

Concerning your entertainment in Syros, throughout the year you will find a wide variety of bars, restaurants and nightclubs next to the sea. Moreover, many well known traditional tavernas are located at the narrow streets of Ano Syros. Ano Syros is famous for the famous singer of Rebetiko Markos Vamvakaris, who lived here in the last years of his life. For those wishing to stay overnight in the town of Syros, the Syros hotels are known for their amenities and services. In particular, it is striking that many of the old neoclassical buildings in the city have become quality guest houses and hotels. Another beautiful location with good hotels is the neiborghood of Vaporia, located near the center of the city and the seaside town of Azolimnos.

Sightseeing

The old port of Syros is by itself a unique attraction and the effects of the neo-classical architecture and the Ottoman period are still very obvious. Ermoupolis, the capital of the whole Cyclades, is a city perfectly preserved and very attentive by all means. Visit Vaporia with the old mansions of the shipowners and feel the old nobility of the island. You should also visit the Cathedral Church of Saint George in Ano Syros and the Metropolis next to the port. Important sights also comprise the Archeological Museum, the Industrial Museum, the Pinakothiki of Syros, the Library of Syros and the Theatre of Apollon.

Transportation

Syros is only 2 to 3 hours away from Athens by ferry and the journey is performed by large and modern ships regularly and daily. In particular, you may find ferries that conduct daily cruses to Syros, either from Piraeus or from the second port of Athens, Rafina. Moreover, the island has a very good ferry connection with the rest of the Cyclades and the Dodecanese. Moreover, from Ermoupolis there are daily buses to all nearby tourist destinations of the island that conduct regular itineraries and pass by all the known villages and beaches of the island. More information you may always get at your Syros hotel or the special tourist information kiosks.