5 Best Hotels in Alonnisos, The Sporades

With chic and ultracontemporary properties spread out over the tiny town of Steni Vela, Ilya dominates the hotel infrastructure here without being imposing—in fact, you'll be hard-pressed to even see the residences when walking around the town. Each apartment faces out to serene olive trees, and all are just footsteps to the sea (with some benefiting from sea views). There are villas available to rent, too. If you'd rather stay a little more inland, within a large, calming olive grove, choose its sister property, Ilya Botanic Suites.

There's a perfect marriage of old-world charm and contemporary cool in the spacious suites at this apart-hotel, with dark wood vaulted ceilings looming over sleek white-tiled floors and cool, minimalist furniture. The suites have gorgeous sea views, and the walk is less than 10 minutes' walk to Votsi's beach and harbor.

The floriferous exterior of the hotel sets the tone for the inside: each room has bright and cheerful decor, with balconies that offer incredible views of the port and its energetic goings-on. The beds are large and comfortable, with excellent air-conditioning.

Large, bright, and traditionally decorated rooms overlook the big blue and its charming harbor at this hotel, just a stone's throw from the seafront. There are sun loungers on the larger balconies along with retractable curtains and canopies to help shade from the heat of the sun. Maria and her family run the business, and their dedication to the guest experience can be felt throughout the property.

The family-run self-catering accommodation is equipped with all necessary essentials, and each apartment has a terrace and faces the beautiful nearby Rousoum beach. The owner Kostas is friendly and helpful, and his family help to run the nearby restaurant, Votsalo, which is popular with locals. There is street parking available for free.