Hotels in Halkidiki

With its sunny Mediterranean climate, you’ll always get a warm welcome in Halkidiki. Temperatures are at their peak in June, July and August, when the region is also at its busiest. If you’d prefer a quieter getaway and slightly cooler temperatures, head across in May or September when you’ll also be able to beat the busy summer holiday crowd.

Hotels in Kassandra are great for families and groups, as the area is packed with resorts and things to do. Kallithea, the peninsula’s liveliest village, is where you’ll find busy beach bars, Halkidiki’s largest shopping centre and even go-kart racing. Sani, on the peninsula’s west coast, boasts sprawling white sands and a busy resort area, while Afytos on the eastern coast will put you close to historic relics like the Temple of Ammon Zeus.Visit the village of Agia Paraskevi in southern Kassandra to take a therapeutic dip in its famous thermal spas. Families will also love the shallow, aquamarine seas at Paliouri beach in the south east, which makes it perfect for paddling and trying out a range of water sports.Those looking for a quieter, more picturesque break should opt for a hotel in Sithonia. The peninsula is famed for its beaches and there are more than 92 to explore. Hotels near Nikiti make a great northern base as you can explore the historic Old Town or visit the ruins of Olynthus in Metamorfosi (11 minutes’ drive).Alternatively head 105km south of Halkidiki to Kriaritsi, which has a sprawling golden beach and the fascinating Ghost city, or 110 km to Toroni, where you’ll find excellent seafood and a Byzantine Forest.The third peninsula, Athos, is home to a network of monasteries surrounding Mount Athos. Most of the peninsula can only legally be visited by men, but boat tours run from Ouranoupolis in the North that allow everyone a glimpse at the mysterious holy lands from the water.