Thomais Studios

Thomais Studios puts you directly on Saint George Beach, the long sandy arc that stretches south of Naxos Town port. The Portara is visible across the water, the old town (Hora) is a ten-minute walk, and the beach itself starts essentially at the property's front door. For travellers who want a self-catering base rather than a full-service hotel, this is one of the most practically located options on the island.

With a 4.9 rating across 72 Google reviews — unusually consistent for a small property — the studios have built a reputation through repeat visitors. One guest notes returning six times to Naxos and staying at Thomais almost every trip, with children asking to come back. That kind of loyalty tends to come from clean, well-run rooms and an owner who pays attention.

What to Expect

Thomais Studios are self-catering apartments, meaning each unit includes the basics for preparing your own meals — useful when you want to grab fresh produce from Naxos Town's market or grab takeaway souvlaki and eat on your terrace. The studio format suits couples, solo travellers, and small families who prefer flexibility over daily restaurant dining.

The location on Saint George Beach means you have water sports hire, beach bars, and tavernas within a short walk along the seafront. The beach itself is sandy and shallow at the shore, making it suitable for swimming without needing to travel further afield. Naxos Town's main streets, with their cafes, supermarkets, bakeries, and ferry terminal, are all reachable on foot in under fifteen minutes.

How to Get There

If you are arriving by ferry, Thomais Studios is roughly a 1.5 km walk from the Naxos Port terminal — head south along the seafront road past the Agios Georgios church and follow the beach promenade. Taxis are available at the port and the journey takes a few minutes.

By car, Saint George Beach runs off the main coastal road south of Naxos Town. Parking along the beach road is generally available, though it fills quickly in July and August. If you are renting a car or scooter on the island — which is worthwhile for reaching inland villages and the less accessible west-coast beaches — the studios' location is convenient for day trips in any direction.

There is no dedicated bus stop at the studios, but KTEL buses serving Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna beaches pass through the southern edge of Naxos Town. The main KTEL bus station is near the port.

Best Time to Visit

Saint George Beach is swimmable from late April through October. July and August bring the Meltemi wind and the heaviest crowds — Saint George is the closest beach to the port, so it attracts day-trippers and ferry passengers. For a calmer stay, late May through June and September through early October offer warm water, lighter foot traffic on the beach, and lower accommodation rates.

Early mornings on the beach in shoulder season are particularly quiet — you can swim before the beach bars set up for the day.

Tips for Visiting

• Book early for peak season. With only 72 reviews and a very high rating, this is a small property; it fills up, particularly in July and August.
• Self-catering practicalities: Naxos Town's main market street has a well-stocked supermarket, a bakery, and a butcher. The morning produce market near the port area is good for fresh vegetables, local potatoes (Naxos potatoes are genuinely notable), and cheese.
• Beach kit: You can rent sunbeds and umbrellas on Saint George Beach directly; no need to bring your own.
• Day trips from the studios: Rent a car or scooter for at least one day to reach Halki village, the Temple of Demeter near Sangri, and the Kouros of Melanes. The interior of Naxos is easily underestimated.
• Contact directly: The property can be reached by phone at +30 2285 024014 or by email at [email protected]. Booking direct is worth trying alongside the major platforms.
• Social presence: The property maintains a Facebook page at facebook.com/ThomaisStudios and a Twitter account; useful for checking availability updates in shoulder season.

What's Nearby

Saint George Beach is the southern boundary of Naxos Town, which means you are within walking distance of the Kastro (the Venetian-era hilltop fortress), the Archaeological Museum of Naxos, and the Portara on the islet of Palatia. The main promenade along the harbour is lined with tavernas serving fresh fish and Naxian specialities — grilled local meat, loukoumades, and kitron liqueur made from citron fruit unique to the island.

For longer beach days, Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna beaches are 5–8 km south along the coast and accessible by KTEL bus or car — both offer longer stretches of sand and clearer water away from the town traffic.