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Paros Travel Guide: Where to Stay and What to Do

Pace: relaxed Charming Relaxed Picturesque Beachy
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Busiest
Jul-Aug

Updated September 2026

Paros

About Paros

Paros is known for whitewashed villages, Aegean beaches and windsurfing, a Cycladic island destination in Greece.

Naoussa’s harbor frames waterfront tavernas, while Kolymbithres Beach brings smooth granite coves and clear swimming water. Panagia Ekatontapiliani in Parikia and windsurfing or kitesurfing at Golden Beach add cultural and outdoor highlights, with Lefkes offering traditional island lanes.

July and August suit beach time; three to seven days is typical, with Naoussa the favored base. Couples linger over Gouna, Revithada and Kopanisti in relaxed seaside settings.

Where to stay

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Places to stay in Paros

Best for

Ranked by verified guest score, then stars. Based on 364 of 379 hotels with verified data.

Best for families

Family rooms listed · 58 hotels qualify

  1. Ambelas Mare Apartments9.8/10 · 62 reviews · 4-star
  2. Paros Apartments9.7/10 · 66 reviews · 4-star
  3. Blue Bay Heliolithos9.7/10 · 60 reviews · 4-star
  4. Sersi Paros Villas & Suites-Member of My Villas Hospitality9.6/10 · 80 reviews · 4-star
  5. Kontaratos Studios & Apartments9.6/10 · 147 reviews · 3-star

Best for drivers

Free parking · 97 hotels qualify

  1. Flora & Agelos Studios - Paros9.7/10 · 83 reviews · 4-star
  2. Efi Studios9.7/10 · 69 reviews · 4-star
  3. Marili Apartments Studios9.7/10 · 60 reviews · 4-star
  4. Krotiri View Paros9.7/10 · 60 reviews · 4-star
  5. Betty Apartments9.7/10 · 64 reviews · 3-star

Best for a pool

Swimming pool listed · 54 hotels qualify

  1. KrotiriBay adults9.6/10 · 161 reviews · 4-star
  2. Acres Sunset Residence9.6/10 · 74 reviews · 4-star
  3. Calme Boutique Hotel - Adults Only9.5/10 · 85 reviews · 5-star
  4. Andronis Minois9.5/10 · 61 reviews · 5-star
  5. Ambassador Luxury Villas9.5/10 · 59 reviews · 4-star

Paros at a glance

Check-in / check-out
3:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Free parking
254 of 287 hotels (89%)
To ATH airport
142.7 km median closest hotel 140.6 km
Pool
161 of 364 hotels
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Greek and English
Local currency
EUR (EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Naoussa
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service (5-10%)

History, culture and food in Paros

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 80 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Gouna (sun-dried mackerel) Revithada (chickpea stew) Kopanisti (spicy cheese spread) Souvlaki

Hotel facts in Paros

Based on 364 of 379 hotels with verified data.

Hotels that listHotelsShare
Free parkingof hotels with verified parking254 of 28789%
Swimming pool161 of 36444%
24-hour front desk61 of 36417%
Facilities for disabled guests25 of 3647%
Family rooms82 of 36423%
Breakfast availablefree or paid depends on the rate2 of 3641%
Kitchen or kitchenette15 of 3644%
Airport shuttle8 free123 of 36434%

Pools and room sizes by star rating

StarsPoolStandard room
1-star2 of 815 m²usually 12 m²–18 m² · 8 hotels
2-star5 of 2719 m²usually 16 m²–25 m² · 26 hotels
3-star30 of 12420 m²usually 17 m²–25 m² · 52 hotels
4-star101 of 17023 m²usually 18 m²–30 m² · 36 hotels
5-star13 of 1430 m²usually 26 m²–40 m² · 8 hotels

When to visit Paros

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: June and September Busiest: Jul-Aug
  1. Jan
    0

    Often avoided: closures

  2. Feb
    0

    Often avoided: closures

  3. Mar
    21

    Mild, breezy

  4. Apr
    27

    Pleasant, blooming

  5. May
    63

    Beach weather (sea 18°C)

  6. Jun
    69

    Local village feasts

  7. Jul
    46

    Busy and pricier: crowds

  8. Aug
    48

    Busy and pricier: crowds

  9. Sep
    68

    Beach weather (sea 23°C)

  10. Oct
    44

    Mild, quieter

  11. Nov
    27

    Cooler, windy

  12. Dec
    0

    Often avoided: closures

Things to do in Paros

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Visit Panagia Ekatontapiliani

Parikia 1.5 hours

Indoors Good for children

Wander the traditional alleys of Lefkes

Lefkes 2 hours

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

1 place

Experience windsurfing or kitesurfing

Golden Beach 3 hours

Outdoors

Best in the evening

2 places

Explore Naoussa's picturesque harbor

Naoussa 3 hours

Outdoors Good for children

Enjoy sunset cocktails in Parikia

Parikia 2 hours

Outdoors

Any time of day

2 places

Relax on Kolymbithres Beach

Naoussa 4 hours

Outdoors Good for children

Take a day trip to Antiparos

Antiparos 6 hours

Outdoors Good for children
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Tours and activities in Paros

Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.

Before you go to Paros

Our own ratings and notes on eating out, signature experiences, who the city suits and planning ahead.

Eating out

Gouna (sun-dried Mackerel) 95 · Outstanding
Revithada (chickpea Stew) 87 · Outstanding
Kopanisti (spicy Cheese Spread) 78 · Very good
Souvlaki 70 · Good

Signature experiences

Explore Naoussa's Picturesque Harbor 95 · Outstanding
Relax On Kolymbithres Beach 91 · Outstanding
Visit Panagia Ekatontapiliani 87 · Outstanding
Experience Windsurfing Or Kitesurfing 83 · Very good
Take A Day Trip To Antiparos 78 · Very good
Enjoy Sunset Cocktails In Parikia 74 · Good
Wander The Traditional Alleys Of Lefkes 70 · Good

Who it suits

Couples 95 · Outstanding
Families 89 · Outstanding
Friends 83 · Very good
Luxury 76 · Very good
Budget 70 · Good

Planning tips

Rent a car or scooter to explore the island's hidden gems beyond the main towns. 95 · Outstanding
Book accommodation and ferry tickets well in advance, especially for peak season (July-August). 83 · Very good
Try local tavernas for authentic Greek cuisine; don't miss fresh seafood. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near Paros

Straight-line distance from the centre of Paros.

Frequently asked questions about Páros

How many places to stay are there in Páros?

There are 380+ hotels, apartments and other places to stay in Páros. They include 100+ hotels and 100+ apartments.

When is the peak season in Páros?

The peak season in Páros is Jul-Aug.

Which area is a good base in Páros?

The travel guide suggests staying in Naoussa when visiting Páros.

Are there tours and activities in Páros?

Yes, 120+ tours and activities are listed in Páros.

How many hotels in Páros have free parking?

254 of the 287 hotels in Páros with verified parking details list free parking (89%). 4 charge for parking.

What is the usual check-in time at hotels in Páros?

3:00 PM at 157 of the 333 hotels with a verified check-in time. The next most common time is 2:00 PM (88 hotels).

What time is check-out at hotels in Páros?

11:00 AM at 198 of 329 hotels with a verified check-out time; 10:00 AM at 68.

How far are Páros hotels from Athens Intl Airport?

The median distance is 142.7 km across 297 hotels whose nearest airport is ATH. 0 of them are within 5 km. The closest is Elena's Traditional DreamHouse at 140.6 km.

How many hotels in Páros have a pool?

161 of 364 hotels with verified data list a swimming pool.