Skopelos holidays

Welcome to paradise. Carpeted in pine forest, vineyards, olive groves and orchards, spellbinding Skopelos is largely a sleepy affair, with an authentic Greek panache to each of the peaceful beach resorts dotted around the unspoilt coast. If you're after an island escape where the stresses of daily life melt away, this is it. Venture to the tree-trimmed beaches for tranquil tanning time and don't miss pretty Skopelos Town, the island's beating heart. This is the place to let your hair down, with a buzzy harbourfront and narrow alleyways hiding atmospheric bars and courtyard tavernas.

Popular Skopelos Island Holiday Resorts

Skopelos Town

Bewitching Skopelos Town is the island’s beating heart. Arrive at its charming port and whitewashed, terracotta-topped houses spring into view, with green hills contrasting beautifully in the background.

Panormos

Skiathos’ eastern island cousin, Skopelos, is a looker alright. And its pocket-sized resort of Panormos is no exception.

Stafylos

Let your troubles melt away when you book a holiday to the teeny village of Stafylos.

Afroditi Hotel

Panormos, Skopelos

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Based on 229 reviews

Close to the beach
Surrounded by lush gardens
Peaceful location

Rigas Hotel

Skopelos Town, Skopelos

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Based on 443 reviews

Spacious pool area
Great value for money
Welcoming atmosphere
Certified sustainable hotel

Skopelos Village Resort

Skopelos Town, Skopelos

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Based on 559 reviews

Beautiful views of the bay
Comfortable accommodation
Traditional Greek style
Relaxed atmosphere
Certified sustainable hotel

Hotel Dionyssos

Skopelos Town, Skopelos

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Based on 209 reviews

Traditional Greek style
Lovely pool area
Charming character

Olia Green Residence

Skopelos Town, Skopelos

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Based on 58 reviews

Great for exploring
Modern accommodation
Seafront location

Aeolos Hotel

Skopelos Town, Skopelos

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Based on 480 reviews

Great sea views
Perfect for exploring the local area
Close to the beach
Certified Sustainable Hotel

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Language

Greek

Currency

Euro (€)

Time difference

+2hrs

Local beer

£3.80

Meal for two

£42.70

Average flight times

4.5hrs

Mamma Mia!

This dinky island was catapulted into stardom when it was hand-picked as the setting for Mamma Mia!. And it’s easy to see why it was chosen – the filming locations truly showcase Skopelos’ beauty. Make a beeline for the tranquil waters of Kastani Beach, before ticking off the clifftop Church of Agios Ioannis Kastri.

A breath of fresh air

Skopelos is famed for its rugged good looks. Dense pine forest blankets more than half the island, making it the greenest in all of Greece. You’ll also find vineyards, orchards and olive groves, creating a lush wonderland to explore. Walking routes wind through the hillsides, passing historic monasteries along the way – Mount Palouki is a great place to try.

Beautiful beaches

The island’s south coast is where you’ll find Skopelos’ best beaches. For bags of atmosphere and dreamy views, Kastani Beach is the place to go. Pine-framed Panormos Beach is just as stunning, with lots of loungers and a few tavernas for lunch on the shore. We’re also big fans of Stafylos Beach, only 5km from Skopelos Town.

Activities

Skopelos is an outdoor lover’s playground. Dedicate a day to exploring spectacular Cape Amarandos – here you can hike, swim and picnic to your heart’s content. There are also lots of boat trips you can take from Skopelos Town’s port, whether around the island itself or to neighbouring Skiathos and Alonissos. See all activities (1)

Beaches

Skopelos’ signature natural beauty is stamped all around the coast with its string of stunning beaches. The south in particular has lots of spots to choose from, many with loungers to rent and tavernas to tuck into lunch. Mamma Mia! made Kastani Beach a firm favourite, but quieter spots like Velanio Beach and Perivoliou Beach make for serene day trips. See all beaches (7)

Agnontas Beach

Panormos, Skopelos

Hands up who loves swimming in crystal-clear waters? Then get yourself to Agnontas Beach! Encased by a sweep of pine forest, this pebbly patch is a real stunner. Come here for the day and soak up the scenery...

Kastani Beach

Skopelos

Head for the west coast of the island to discover a beach made famous by Mamma Mia!. Kastani is a beautiful bay carpeted in shingle and backed by lush pine forest. Lie down and enjoy the sunshine or dip into...

Sights

Clap eyes on Skopelos Town and you’ll find it’s got lots of Byzantine churches and a Venetian fortress to see. Beyond the capital, Agios Ioannis is a must-see, teetering on a clifftop above a mesmerising aquamarine bay. When it comes to photogenic villages, bougainvillea-draped Stafylos and Glossa are two of the best to visit. See all sights (3)

Chora

Skopelos Town, Skopelos

Swoon-worthy Skopelos Town is a must-visit during a holiday to this island. From the pretty harbour, wander into its labyrinth of narrow streets winding up the hillside, lined by whitewashed houses draped in...

Church of Agios Ioannis Kastri

Skopelos

Mamma Mia! unearthed many of Skopelos' hidden gems and this is one of them. Nestled atop a cliff, the teeny Church of Agios Ioannis Kastri is a sight to behold.