Grotta area, Naxos Town, Naxos Island, Greece
Our recommendation
Experience Greek Olive Oil at the Eggares Olive Press, one of Naxos’ oldest remaining olive mills, a tribute to tradition and cultural heritage.
Recently renovated, the Eggares Olive Press dates back to, at least, the late 1800s when it pressed locally-grown olives for the village community.
Visit The Olive Press
Free Admission
Free Guided Tour
Free Taste
Free Admission
Free Guided Tour
Free Taste
Eggares Olive Press
- Eggares Village, Naxos, Greece
- (+30) 22850 62021
- info@olivemuseum.com
- The museum is open from 1 Apr to 6 Oct, 10:00 am till 6:00 pm
In front of the sea. Touch the Aegean.
LOCATION
Grotta Hotel is situated at an excellent location with spectacular views of the sea and the sunset, close to all amenities. Naxos Town is just a few minutes walk away while the Venetian Castle is within a short walking distance.
Distances
- Super markets: 300 meters
- Taverns: 400 meters
- Bus stop: 150 meters
Naxos Town is the port & the capital of the island. Its is a lively and lovely place with an old town in and around the medieval Venetian Castle.
Portara, the island's landmark is a massive gate of the unfinished temple of ancient god Apollo that lies on Palatia Islet (at the port) and attracts thousands of visitors. The Venetian Castle in the heart of the town goes back to the era of Venetian rule (1207 - 1564 AD). The inner walls remain and many venetian houses still exist. There is also museums, the 13th century Catholic Cathedral and passing through the alleys is an experience. The old market around the Venetian castle blends perfectly with it. A maze of narrow streets, lanes and arches makes it very attractive, more than beautiful.
One of the most beautiful islands in Greece
NAXOS ISLAND
Naxos Island is one of the most attractive islands in Greece. It is the largest in size in Cyclades and it combines fantastic beaches with mountainous beauty. Naxos Town (or Hora) is the capital and the port of the island. It is a beautiful town, very picturesque with distinct character and style.
The Venetian Castle in the heart of the town goes back to the era of Venetian rule (1207 - 1564 AD). The inner walls remain and many venetian houses still exist. There is also museums, the 13th century Catholic Cathedral and passing through the alleys is an experience. The old market around the Venetian castle blends perfectly with it. A maze of narrow streets, lanes and arches makes it very attractive, more than beautiful.
There are more than 40 villages to visit, each with its own style. The beaches are of the best in Greece and landscape is unique. Apeiranthos is a very nice village with many streets and housed made with marble. Koronos is a stepped village scrabbling up two opposite mountain sides and it is renowned for its emery mines. Keramoti is a village surrounded by mountains and it is full of walnut trees, vineyards and olive trees.
Saint George in Naxos Town is the most popular beach of the island. It is over 1 Km long with fine sand, beach facilities and water sports. Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna are also very popular with excellent infrastructure too. The are also many beaches in the island and the combination of a visit to a village or a place with a beach is ideal.
There are many monuments to visit, Panagia Drossiani Church (close to Moni Village), Saint George Diassoritis Church (in Halki - Tragea valley), the tower of Belonia.
Naxos Island is also ideal for walking, cycling and 4x4 tours. There are at least 20 walking tours (guided or not) to discover Naxos secrets.
Don't miss "The Olive Press Museum" in Eggares village. It is worth a visit.
Portara
Venetian Castle
Naxos Town
Koronos Village
Filoti Village
THANK YOU ALL
Guests' Experience
A Banerji
New Delhi
The warmest welcome in the world. They were kind enough to pick us up from the airport and when we arrived we were treated to a great welcome including a welcome drink. Despina & Marie were absolutely lovely and helped us settle in very easily. The location is stunning right next to the sea yet a few minutes walking from the old town and restaurants...
NO
Chapel Hill, USA
This was easily our favorite place in Greece. Beautiful location, lovely rooms and furnishings, great views, spectacular breakfast, and absolutely extraordinary hospitality. We were truly welcomed here and were comfortable from the moment we arrived.
Tanguy M
London, United Kingdom
Very welcoming and friendly - pick-up from the harbour, welcome drink upon arrival... These people genuinely care for their guests (even those like us that are coming only for one short night!). Fantastic breakfast (with home made cakes etc.). Nice views from the restaurant over the sea and Naxos Town.
EM
Ireland
The most wonderful, kind, helpful and cheerful staff made our stay at Hotel Grotta a holiday to remember. And yes it is definitely the "best breakfast in the universe"! The setting, the ambiance and the food are second to none and we will definitely be going back for more!
LouisL100
New York City, USA
I can't say enough about the hotel, the location, and the great service! They try to anticipate your every need and care about your happiness. Every morning you wake up to an amazing breakfast buffet which every option you can imagine. Did I tell you all the food is homemade
Sabine Callaris-Schaf
Paris, France
I love everything at the Grotta : beautiful room and view, fabulous breakfast (varied, enormous, home made), very good dinners with a view, and above all the people working at the hotel : you feel like you're part of the family. I've never felt that in any other hotel I went to. Bravoooooo !
Lorenzo S
Zurich, Switzerland
Everything was perfect! The hotel is driven by a super nice and welcoming family! The hotel is 5 min walking to the Naxos center and our room had been recently renovated;) the breakfast definitely deserves a special mention: every day different cakes together with Greek yogurt and fresh fruits...absolutely fantastic...and probably unbeatable! For us now Naxos means hotel Grotta!
Ann Heskin
Galway, Ireland
Unbelievable service. This is the best hotel I have ever stayed in for service, staff, comfort, location, friendliness, value for money and BREAKFAST! The breakfast is the best breakfast in the universe!! Unreal.... Also their white wine is so nice we asked if they would ship it to Ireland and the US. I will defiantly be going back. Thanks for everything, Ann