FarOut Beach Club

FarOut Beach Club occupies a corner of Mylopotas Beach on the southern coast of Ios, one of the longest and most consistently clear-water stretches in the Cyclades. It operates simultaneously as a beach bar, live music and events venue, restaurant, and a cluster of accommodation properties ranging from budget camping to luxury suites — all sharing the same beachfront address at Milopotas 840 01.

The club has drawn an international crowd to Mylopotas for years, and its reputation for high-energy events alongside a functional, all-day beach setup makes it the dominant venue on this particular stretch of sand. With a Google rating of 4.4 from more than 2,200 visitors, its consistency across such a broad range of services is its most notable practical credential.

Unlike a simple beach bar that opens at noon and winds down by sunset, FarOut structures its day in two distinct phases: a daytime operation centred on the beach, the pool, food, and drinks, followed by evening events. The listed opening hours of 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM every day of the week reflect the bar and club operation specifically — the broader resort complex, including accommodation check-in and dining, operates on its own schedule. If you're arriving primarily for the beach bar experience, the late-afternoon hours are the core window.

What to Expect

Mylopotas Beach runs roughly two kilometres along the southwest-facing bay below Ios Town (Chora), and FarOut sits at the far southeastern end of it. The beach itself is fine pale sand with calm, shallow water that deepens gradually — conditions that make it popular with swimmers of all levels. The FarOut section of the beach is organised, with sunbeds and umbrellas available to guests and day visitors.

The bar setup is large-scale by Greek island standards. There is a pool area in addition to direct beach access, outdoor seating across multiple zones, and a sound system calibrated for events rather than background music. The kitchen serves food throughout the operating hours — the menu draws on straightforward crowd-pleasing formats suitable for a beach crowd: grilled dishes, salads, snacks, and cocktails alongside longer drinks lists.

The evening events programme — which has included international DJs and themed party nights — is the defining feature that separates FarOut from other bars on Mylopotas. The venue functions as a live music and event space, and on busy summer nights the crowd is large and predominantly young and international.

The accommodation arm of FarOut is substantial. The on-site properties include FarOut Beach Resort and Camping (right on the beach, budget-oriented), FarOut Village Hotel and Restaurant (a villa-style property with a pool and gardens), FarOut Hotel and Spa (with mountain backdrop and sea views), Hide Out Suites and Villas (12 Cycladic-style luxury suites, each with a private veranda and pool), and the new Crimson View Villa opening in 2026 (five suites, infinity pool, private jacuzzis). Staying on-site gives you straightforward access to the beach and the club without transport logistics.

How to Get There

Mylopotas Beach is approximately 3 kilometres from Ios Town (Chora) by road. From the port of Ios (Ormos), the distance is a similar drive, taking around 10 minutes by car or taxi. A local bus runs between the port, Chora, and Mylopotas regularly during the summer season — this is the most practical option if you're day-tripping without a vehicle. The bus stop at Mylopotas is at the upper road; from there it's a short walk down to the beach and FarOut.

If you're driving, the road from Chora to Mylopotas is well-signed. Parking is available at the top of the beach road, though spaces fill quickly on peak summer days, particularly on weekends. Taxis from Chora are readily available and the fare is modest. There is no direct boat access to FarOut, though water taxis occasionally operate between beaches during peak season.

Accessibility to the beach itself involves uneven sand and a descent from the road — the site is not purpose-built for wheelchair access, and the terrain should be factored in for visitors with mobility considerations.

Best Time to Visit

FarOut operates during the Greek island summer season, broadly May through October, with peak operation in July and August. The beach bar experience is best from late June through early September when the weather is reliably hot and the events calendar is at its fullest.

Mylopotas faces southwest and receives afternoon and evening sun, which makes it particularly well-suited to late-afternoon visits. The light in the final two hours before sunset is good, the sea has warmed through the day, and the crowd begins transitioning from beach mode to bar mode — which aligns with FarOut's 3:00 PM opening.

July and August bring the largest crowds, both on the beach and at the club. If you prefer a quieter experience at the bar, early June or September offers the same facilities with fewer people. Ios is a windy island — the meltemi wind from the north blows most strongly in July and August, which can stir up choppier conditions on exposed beaches, though Mylopotas's bay orientation gives it some natural shelter compared to the island's north-facing coves.

For the full events and party experience, the high season is non-negotiable — this is when the full programme runs. Check the FarOut website or social channels before your trip for the specific event schedule.

Tips for Visiting

• Book accommodation well in advance for July and August. The FarOut properties — particularly the Hide Out Suites and the camping — fill up quickly. The range of options means there's something at most budget levels, but the upper-tier suites go earliest.
• The 3:00 PM opening is for the beach bar specifically. If you're arriving earlier in the day for the beach, you can set up on the sand independently, but bar service and the full facilities follow the published hours.
• Check the events calendar before your trip. The programme changes week by week. On nights without a big event, the atmosphere is notably different from a themed party night with a named DJ.
• Bring cash as backup. Card payments are generally accepted at established venues on Ios, but beach bars occasionally experience connectivity issues with card machines during peak crowd periods.
• The bus back to Chora runs until late in summer, but confirm the last departure time on the day — schedules shift between early and late season. A late-night taxi from Mylopotas to Chora is straightforward but in high demand after midnight.
• Sunbeds in the FarOut section are organised for guests and paying customers. If you're a day visitor using the bar and restaurant, you're entitled to the beach setup. Walk-up availability of good spots diminishes from midday onwards in August.
• The pool area is typically reserved for guests staying in FarOut properties. Day visitors have beach access but should not assume pool access without confirming with staff.
• Noise levels are high on event nights. If you're staying on-site and want early-morning quiet, confirm with the property which accommodation options are further from the main venue.

What to Order

FarOut's food and drinks service is designed for a beach crowd that's spending a full day or evening on-site. Cocktails and long drinks are the main draw at the bar — frozen drinks, spirits, and locally produced beers are consistently available. The food menu covers the standard range you'd expect from a large beach venue: grilled meats, salads, burgers, and shareable plates suited to groups.

For a longer sit-down meal, FarOut Village Hotel has its own restaurant with a slightly more settled dining atmosphere than the beach bar. If you're staying on-site and want a proper dinner before heading to an event, that property is the better option over the bar's main food service.

Greek wine and local spirits — particularly ouzo and tsipouro — are standard offerings at any credible bar on the island. A round of frozen cocktails in the late afternoon before the music picks up is the default FarOut experience for most visitors.