Everybody knows Mykonos for its vivid party scene, sugary beaches, and vibrant nightlife. Indeed, the Island of the Winds is a popular tourist destination, especially among celebs and the rich and famous of this world, who come to unwind, have fun, and indulge in the unsurpassable luxury and pampering Mykonos has to offer.
However, the big challenge is to choose where to stay on Mykonos, so your precise needs are met down to the last detail. Here are some fantastic options that can spoil you, each in its own unique way. All you need to do is see which one best ticks your boxes.
1. Mykonos Town – The Beating Heart of Mykonos
The island capital is home to beautiful traditional Cycladic architecture, whitewashed buildings, scenic cobbled alleys lined with shops and charming cubic-shaped houses, and many cafes, bars, clubs, restaurants, and iconic landmarks and cultural monuments, such as the Windmills and Panagia Paraportiani church. Little Venice and some pristine shores are also within close range, exuding an Old-World charm. Besides, Mykonos Townhouses, the Aegean Maritime Museum and a vivid boutique shopping scene. And, let’s not forget Peter the Pelican – the island mascot – often seen wandering the Mykonos town coastline.
2. Paradise & Super Paradise – The Center of Endless Partying
These two are the most famous beach party shores worldwide, whose parties are legendary since the late 1960s. Geared primarily to the hip, young crowd, they invite influential DJs with international fame and welcome from clubbers to jet-setters, VIPs, and models. Between the two, Super Paradise is much more upscale and commercial than Paradise, with an alternative, anti-conformist lifestyle. Plus, it is a nude beach with nearly no hotels.
3. Ornos – A Tranquil Heaven of Heart-Stopping Beauty
Ornos combines the best of two Mykonos worlds. Here, you will find trendy restaurants serving delicious traditional Greek and international dishes. Mykonos luxury hotels with jaw-dropping amenities and seascapes, beach bars, and lively nightlife. Plus, a picturesque Ornos village that will probably steal your heart with its appeal and pull.
On the other hand, Ornos offers access to the sugary Ornos beach where you can relax, swim, scuba dive, snorkel, or sunbathe or opt for one of the many tours setting out from Ornos Bay. The beach is also a marvel in itself as it features a dreamy-for-kite-surfers north side and a peaceful, family-friendly south coast with calm waters to choose from.
4. Platis Gialos – Lovely Turquoise Waters & Tourist Facilities
Besides the lively village, Platis Gialos is also favoured for its namesake golden sand beach that attracts thousands of visitors every year. This is a remarkably organised area with plenty of beachfront hotels and amenities like sunbeds and umbrellas, alongside water sports activities. The coast is also lined with seafood tavernas and bars, offering relaxing times when you need a break from windsurfing, yachting, waterskiing, fishing, or whatever activity you decide to try. That aside, Platis Gialos is a starting point for several taxi-boat tours to nearby beaches, including Super Paradise, Elia, and Paranga.
5. Elia – The longest Mykonos Beach
Elia has the longest Mykonos shore and many cafe bars, restaurants, tavernas, and water sports facilities. So, feel free to enjoy this sugary stretch of sand and dive in the crystalline azure waters or indulge in activities like water skiing, parasailing, and/or windsurfing. Elia is also the last stop on a taxi-boat tour, which means that it is more tranquil than its other counterparts. So, perfect for composure and some quiet time far from partying crowds. Now, if you love soaking up the sun in your birthday suit, Elia will accommodate your needs as it is a beach trendy among nudists.
Of course, we are very far from a complete list of the best Mykonos areas to stay. Indeed, each location allures with its special charms. So, it is up to you to decide which speaks to your heart the best! The rest is easy. Sit back and dive into a memorable Mykonos experience.
