The Halkidiki Peninsula drops three long fingers into the Aegean, all lushly forested and lined with white sandy coves. Kassandra is the peninsula with the lively infrastructure, it's not busy, but this is where you'll find the most glamorous resorts and the villages with the best restaurants and bars and many of the best places to stay in Halkidiki. Sithonia has the most beautiful of the white, sandy beaches and the best camping. Athos is famed for the ancient Mount Athos monastic community. Our Guru's pick of the best hotels in Halkidiki covers all three peninsulas, and there truly is a property for everyone from a traditional inn in the undiscovered inland region to luxury family friendly resorts where all ages will be kept amused.

Some of our Halkidiki collections:

• Best Beach Hotels in Halkidiki
• Best Boutique Hotels in Halkidiki
• Best Family Hotels in Halkidiki

Despite Halkidiki's proximity, and comparable beauty, to the Greek islands, this coastline region is relatively quiet in terms of visitor numbers. Up until the last few decades it's been best known by pilgrims and those searching for historic treasures, so its development has been restrained and feels largely unspoiled. It still gets busy in the summer though and popular with Greeks too, so book ahead - even if you're planning to stay in one of Sithonia's many campsites or self-catering apartment or villa.

Halkidiki is a great springtime destination with water temperatures in the high teens and air temperatures around 20 degrees. The countryside is lush, green and covered in wildflowers. It's also nice in September.

Where to stay - which area/resort?

• Most of Halkidiki's beach resorts are on the east coast of Kassandra with Sani being the largest centre with the best nightlife and Skala Fourkas a close second. Book here if you're looking for something with a little action!
• As well as the most beautiful beaches, sleepy Sithonia also has the oldest mosaics ever found in Greece in the excavation of Olynthos. Sithonia also has some lovely old villages. This the region for you if you want undiscovered Greece, quiet beaches and a smattering of culture.
• Halkidiki's rugged interior is also a fascinating landscape to explore if you like walking or hiking.

Our pick of the best places to stay in Halkidiki offer something for everyone, whether you're looking for a budget guesthouse, family friendly resort or romantic luxury hideaway.

The best places to stay in Halkidiki

Best Beach Resorts

• Danai Beach Resort & Villas on the Sithonia peninsula is the place to come to be pampered in quiet luxury. Villas and suites have their own private pools and the hotel has its own semi-private beach.
• By a perfect blue lagoon on the Sithonia peninsula, the Ekies All Senses Resort has stylish, modern, designer decor and every luxury.
• Antigoni Beach Resort offers light and airy accommodation with splendid views, as well as all the mod cons. for a lovely beach break; a spa, an outdoor pool, private beach access and three restaurants to choose from.
• Ikos Olivia features tasteful contemporary rooms, a large outdoor pool and plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained (including a Kids Club if the parents fancy a break!).
• Eagles Palace Hotel & Spa is a more upmarket choice, with understatedly luxurious accommodation decorated in a typically Greek colours - some of which even feature private pools! Choose from four terrific on site restaurants and spend your days soaking up the sun on their private beach.
• Afitis Boutique Hotel features stylish contemporary accommodation, two restaurants, a private beach and a lovely pool - what more could you possibly need? Idyllic and impressive.

For Families

• The Petrino Suites are by beautiful, ancient Athitos, on the Kassandra peninsula. A beautifully designed hotel converted from a traditional style stone house, with an excellent restaurant, this complex also has family accommodation more like spacious apartments than conventional hotel rooms.
• Skites boasts an array of comfortable and unfussy accommodation in Ouranopolis - including apartments which are ideal for families. With a restaurant and its own pebbly beach to boot, it's a splendid all round family choice.

For An Apartment Or Villa

• Often renting a holiday villa or apartment is the best option. So for a wide range of self-catering accommodation throughout Halkidiki, we recommend you check out the properties with our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Want to fly to Halkidiki?

• Halkidiki's nicest weather-wise in the summer, with the average daily temperature reaching 26°C in July.
• That said, this is peak tourist season, so if you fancy the beaches to yourself consider coming in May, September or October.
• International visitors can fly into Thessaloniki Airport, 80km south, before taking the bus to Halkidiki.
• easyJet fly direct from Gatwick to Thessaloniki, whilst Ryanair go from Stansted.
• For car hire prices, we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.

Still not sure?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Halkidiki.
• Widen the net to search through our recommendations in Thessaloniki, Macedonia & Thrace.
• Or feel free to contact one of our friendly gurus for advice.

Weather

Monthly Weather in Halkidiki