Karpathos Accommodation

Searching for hotels in Karpathos (Greece) or Karpathos accommodation?  Karpathos is a charming little island sandwiched between Rhodes and Crete in Greece. It is flourishing and idyllic and is a haven to windsurfers since it often windy there.

While wandering through the town you will see old as well as modern buildings and that Karpathos has preserved many peculiarities of dress, customs and dialect. One of the most famous customs of the island is the Karpathian wedding and the custom efta for the birth of a child. Tour its villages like Olympos, Lefkos and Menetes and others. See the historic churches like the 5th century Agia Sophia and other sights like the Cave of Poseidon, the ruins of St. Fotini basilica, tombs from the Minoan and Mycenaean era and the ancient citadel of Posideon from the Mycenaean times among other monuments. Step back in time at the archaeological museum,The Folk Museum of Menetes and The Folk collections of Olymbos. Enjoy the picturesque few of the island from different points on the island. The mountainous Olympos is also ideal for climbers. There are coves and rocky shores but one of the major attractions is the numerous pristine beaches like Pigadia and Amoopi. Some are secluded and offers direct contact with the natural serenity and tranquility. Enjoy trekking along its shores or windsurfing, snorkeling and diving.

Karpathos is host to numerous festivals and events like the Festival of Evangelismos, the most important feast of the island. Others includes The Feast of Agia Sofia, Feast of the Virgin Mary, Shrove Monday, The Omonia Festival and the Feast of Agios Georgios among others.

Accommodations are numerous around the island and is well within limits of some of the activities and includes hotels like Arkasa Bay, Golden Sun and Helios. - Browse the Karpathos Map or compare Karpathos accommodation from Hotels, Motels, B&Bs, Lodging & Hostels to Holiday & Caravan Parks.