Isalos studios

Isalos Studios sits at Mikri Vigla, a narrow rocky headland on the southwest coast of Naxos that divides two very different bays. On one side, the north bay draws windsurfers and kite surfers from across Europe; on the other, the sheltered Limanaki bay offers calmer water that stretches more than two kilometres south toward Kastraki village. The studios occupy a position that gives guests direct access to both.

With eight self-catering units, this is a small, uncomplicated property — the kind of place where you book to spend time outdoors rather than in the room.

What to Expect

Each studio is designed for up to four people and comes with a kitchenette, refrigerator, private bathroom with hot-water shower, and television. The standout feature is the outdoor space: private balconies and verandas are sized generously, and the views look out over the surrounding dunes and beach landscape of Mikri Vigla rather than a car park or interior courtyard.

The property holds a 4.7 rating based on 15 Google reviews, which reflects a consistent experience rather than a large volume of feedback. Expect clean, functional accommodation with an emphasis on the natural setting rather than hotel-style services. Reception hours run 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.

How to Get There

Mikri Vigla is approximately 25 kilometres south of Naxos Town. By car or hire scooter, take the main coastal road south through Agios Prokopios, Agia Anna, and Plaka, continuing to Mikri Vigla — the drive takes roughly 35–40 minutes. Parking is available locally near the property.

Public bus service from Naxos Town runs to Kastraki, the village adjacent to the southern end of Limanaki beach, but frequency drops significantly outside peak summer months. Taxi from the port is a straightforward option for arrival with luggage.

The property can be contacted directly by phone at +30 2285 075273 or by email at [email protected], and the official website at isalosnaxos.gr handles bookings.

Best Time to Visit

Mikri Vigla is a seasonal destination. July and August bring the meltemi wind reliably into the north bay — strong enough that experienced windsurfers and kite surfers time their visits around it. If you are here to surf, that window is ideal. If you plan to swim, the Limanaki bay on the south side of the headland is naturally sheltered from the meltemi and is usable even during the windiest weeks.

June and September offer calmer conditions overall, fewer crowds, and lower prices. The shoulder months also mean easier access to the long Limanaki beach without competition for space. Outside the May–October window, Mikri Vigla is largely quiet and services in the area are limited.

Tips for Visiting

• Book early for peak wind season. Surfers target Mikri Vigla specifically for the July–August meltemi, so availability at small properties like Isalos fills up months in advance.
• Bring supplies from Naxos Town. The kitchenette is useful, but the nearest supermarket town is Vivlos (Tripodes), a few kilometres inland — plan accordingly.
• Use the south bay for swimming with children. Limanaki is calm, sandy, and shallow at the shoreline; the north bay can be rough when the wind is up.
• Hire a vehicle. A scooter or small car gives you access to the wider southwest coast — Plaka beach and Kastraki are both within easy riding distance.
• Check the studio capacity. Each unit sleeps up to four, making them practical for families or two couples travelling together.

What's Nearby

Mikri Vigla is part of a chain of beaches running down Naxos's southwest coast. Plaka beach, one of the island's longest stretches of sand, is a short drive north. Kastraki village, at the south end of Limanaki, has a handful of tavernas and a small beach of its own. Inland, the village of Vivlos sits on a hillside above the coast and has a more local, year-round character than the beachside settlements. The villages of the Tragaea plain — Halki, Filoti, Apeiranthos — are roughly 30–40 minutes by car and worth a half-day excursion if you have transport.