Arkas Inn

Arkas Inn sits in Logaras on the southeastern coast of Paros, a quieter stretch of the island that puts you within easy reach of Piso Livadi's small fishing harbour and the wide sandy expanse of Chrysi Akti (Golden Beach) without placing you in the middle of either. The property offers rooms, studios, and apartments, all with private balconies and sea views across the Aegean — a claim you'll test as soon as you arrive and look out from your terrace.

With a 4.5-star rating drawn from 171 guest reviews, the inn consistently earns praise for its cleanliness and the attentiveness of its hosts. It is sized as a small hotel — the kind where staff know your name by the second morning — and the combination of different accommodation types means it works for couples travelling light and for families who need more space and a proper kitchen.

The address is Logaras 844 00, and you can reach the hotel directly at +30 2284 041176 or by email at [email protected]. The front desk operates daily from 8:30 AM to 11:00 PM, so if you plan a very late ferry arrival, it is worth calling ahead to arrange access.

Facilities and Location

Arkas Inn is built around a pool, which becomes the main gathering point on the hottest afternoons of July and August when the meltemi wind offers only partial relief. Daily housekeeping is included, and the balconies are private rather than shared walkways — a detail that matters when you want a quiet morning coffee facing the water.

The three accommodation types cater to different trip sizes. Standard rooms suit couples or solo travellers who need somewhere comfortable to sleep and store luggage between beach days. Studios add a kitchenette setup, useful if you are staying a week or more and want to keep costs manageable by preparing some meals. The apartments step up further, sleeping up to four or five guests and offering more living space — the website lists the largest as a four-bed unit, making it a reasonable choice for two families travelling together.

The location in Logaras is a genuine advantage. Piso Livadi, roughly one kilometre west along the coast road, has a small working harbour, several tavernas serving fresh fish, and a calmer atmosphere than Parikia or Naoussa. Chrysi Akti, one of the most reliably windswept beaches on Paros and popular with windsurfers and kitesurfers, lies a short drive or bike ride to the south. The eastern side of the island generally sees fewer day-trippers than the west, so mornings at the beach tend to stay manageable well into peak season.

How to Get There

Paros is served by ferry from Piraeus (Athens) and by the small Paros National Airport, which handles seasonal flights from Athens and several European cities. From Parikia port, Logaras is approximately 13 kilometres by road — around 20 minutes by car or taxi. The island's bus network (KTEL Paros) runs routes along the main eastern coast road connecting Parikia, Piso Livadi, and Logaras; check current timetables locally as schedules change between shoulder season and the high-summer peak.

A rental car or scooter gives you the most flexibility from this base. Parking at the property is available — confirm directly with the hotel if you are bringing a vehicle. Taxis operate from Parikia and can be booked through local numbers or arranged via your accommodation.

Best Time to Visit

Paros has a long usable season, roughly April through October, but the southeastern coast around Logaras is most suited to visitors between late May and mid-September. June and early September offer warm water, lower crowds, and prices below August peak. July and August are the busiest months island-wide: ferries fill up, Chrysi Akti gets crowded by midday, and rooms at well-rated small hotels like Arkas Inn book out weeks in advance.

The meltemi — the north wind that blows across the Cyclades in summer — hits the eastern coast of Paros more directly than the sheltered west, which makes Logaras and Chrysi Akti a draw for wind sports enthusiasts but can make sunbathing choppy on the windiest afternoons. If you want flat-calm beach days, late May, early June, and late September are the most reliable windows.

Tips for Visiting

• Book early for July and August. With 171 reviews and a 4.5 average, Arkas Inn fills up during peak season. Reserving two to three months out is not excessive for an August stay.
• Confirm your arrival time. Reception operates 8:30 AM to 11:00 PM. If your ferry or flight lands after 11 PM, call +30 2284 041176 in advance to arrange a late check-in.
• Choose the room type carefully. If you are staying more than five nights, a studio or apartment with cooking facilities will help you manage costs. Restaurants in Piso Livadi are good but daily dining adds up quickly.
• Rent transport on arrival. Logaras is on the bus route, but service frequency can be limited in the early morning and late evening. A scooter or small car opens up the whole island, including the drive to Naoussa and the western beaches.
• Pack for the meltemi. Even in August, afternoon winds on the eastern coast can be strong. A light layer and something to weight down a beach umbrella are worth having.
• Use Piso Livadi as your evening base. The harbour village is a short walk or drive and has a selection of tavernas where you can eat fresh seafood without travelling into Parikia.
• Chrysi Akti is walkable or cyclable. The beach is close enough to reach by bicycle along relatively flat coastal road — ask at the hotel about nearby rental options if you haven't arranged transport in advance.
• Contact the hotel directly. Booking via arkasinn.gr or calling directly sometimes yields better rates or flexibility compared to third-party platforms, and you can ask specific questions about room orientation and balcony exposure.